Summer Quest 2009 Library Programs
Chinn Park Regional Library
Storytimes & Activities
Checkout books on Chinn Park's Be Creative Programs.

Be creative @ your library

For ages 3–7 with a caregiver.
Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Drop in; no registration required.

August 5 Mmm, Mmm, Good Food!
August 12 Barnyard Banter
August 19 Barefoot on the Beach!
   

Lunch Bunch

For families.
Thursdays at 12:00 noon
Drop in; no registration required.

August 6 Be Creative with Food
August 13 Be Creative with Crafty Critters
August 20 Be Creative at the Beach & on Vacation!
   

Bedtime Storyhour

For ages 2–6 with a caregiver.
Mondays at 7:15 p.m.
Drop in; no registration required.
August 3 Be Creative in the Garden: Stories about Gardening
August 10 Creative Cooking: Stories about Cooking
August 17 Creative Dancing: Stories about Dancing
   

Beginning with Books

Stories, songs, and fingerplays.
For babies 12-24 months and a caregiver.
Mondays at 10:30 a.m.
Registration beginning one week in advance, in person or by phone.
August 3 Hot, Hot, Hot!
August 17 Dog Days
Movies & Crafts

Friday Flicks

Quality movies based on books for ages 2–7 with a caregiver.
Fridays at 10:30 a.m.
Drop in; no registration required.
August 7 Creative Spot at the Fair & with Pals
August 14 Creative Cuddly Critters
August 21 Creative Bears
August 28 Creative Pool & Beach Times

Family Craft Night

Together with a caregiver, make a fantastic family craft.
For families.
Craft programs start at 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 13 Luau Name Tag Necklace
Thursday, August 20 Zoo Animal Fan

 

Special Events

 
| Brain Benders with the Maryland Science Center
Can you walk through a piece of paper? Are you stronger
than air?? Observe mind-boggling science demonstrations
with unexpected outcomes in this hands-on, interactive
science program.

Tuesday, August 4 at 10:30 a.m.
For children entering grades 1 and up.


 
Be Creative in the Garden
Prince William’s Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners provide hands-on, interactive creative activities for the garden.

Thursday, August 6 at 10:30 a.m.
For children entering grades 1 and up.
Free TICKETS available beginning July 30. Limit 30 children.


 
Kids Cook with Flavors for Kids
Here’s a chance for kids to learn some kitchen basics,
share a story, and create a tasty, healthy treat.

Tuesday, August 11 at 2:00 p.m.
For children entering grades 1 and up, with no food allergies.
Free TICKETS with parental permission slip available beginning August 4.
Limit 25 children.
SIGNED PERMISSION SLIP REQUIRED AT ADMISSION

Crafty Critters and Insect Exploration
with the Prince William County Environmental Services Division.

Create an insect inspired craft and explore the world of insects in a hands-on program, including a live Giant Madagascar Hissing Cockroach.

Thursday, August 13 from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon.
For ages 2 and up with a caregiver.
Limit 100 children.