DPL Kids

Tales and Trails

2011-08-17T16:25:00.002-04:00

A huge hit last summer, Tales and Trails is back for more storytelling fun and adventures in a world storytelling safari.

Thursday, August 18th 2:00

This program is free and open to all ages.

Harwich Junior Players

2011-08-06T10:26:00.002-04:00

Come to the library Wednesday, August 10th at 11:00am!
The Harwich Junior Theatre's Junior Players present scenes from their summer show - Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse. This talents group of kids is always a big hit, so don't miss out on the fun!
This program is free and open to all ages.

The Spoonman!

2011-07-30T12:42:00.002-04:00

Come and get “SPOONED” at the Dennis Public Library!

Thursday, August 4th at 2:00!

Which is a lot better than getting forked or knifed. Stop sitting around the house getting all tarnished up and come out and have some clean fun.

The “Spoon Man” is a Published Author who offers a hilarious interactive comedyprogram for all ages. He gives a real stirring performance. Everyone will really eat him up. No bibs required. The “Spoon Man” has a totally clean act. He never uses dirty silverware. The “Spoon Man” will leave a lasting impression after playing on you (literally). It’s a spoonful of family fun.

This program is free and open to all ages!

Pitter Patter Puppets

2011-07-23T14:44:00.003-04:00

Join us for Pitter Patter Puppets.
A library favorite, the magical Pitter Patter Puppets is back again for more stories and fun!
Thursday, July 28th
2:00

This program is free and open to all ages!

Big Ryan's Tall Tales!

2011-07-20T11:07:00.003-04:00

Come see the wonderful Big Ryan's Tall Tales.

Thursday, July 21
2:00

Big Ryan is always a crowd favorite, featuring puppets, music, stories and fun.
There is no registration required for this show. This program is free and open to all ages.

Riot in the garden!

2011-07-07T14:45:00.003-04:00

Come to the Riot in the Garden with Jackson Gillman!
Through his many talents as songsmith, movement artist and storyteller, "Stand-Up Chameleon" Jackson Gillman engages and delights audiences of all ages. Laugh, learn, sing and move-along in his fun filled Riot in the Garden.

Tuesday, July 12 2:00

This event is free and open to all ages. No registration necessary - just come for the fun!

Fishy Prints!

2011-06-29T16:45:00.002-04:00

Come learn the art of traditional Japanese fish printing. The Gyotaku fish printing uses tempera paint and rubber fish to create beautiful and lifelike prints.

Here at the Dennis Public Library
Tuesday, July 5th
1:00
There is no fee, but the class size is limited so please register in advance. Bring the whole family! You can bring a t-shirt or other cloth item to print on if you wish.

Call 508-760-6219 or stop by the library to register!

Summer is Here!

2011-06-25T14:57:00.004-04:00

It is officially summer and the summer fun has officially begun at the Library!
We kick off our summer reading program with a special event, Magic with Rich Archer.

Tuesday
June 28
2:00

Come for the magic and fun starring the Amazing Richard and Company, featuring Ab the showbiz bunny!
This also begins the start of Summer Reading. Sign up to receive your reading logs, bookmarks and book bags. Bring back your reading logs every week and you can pick a prize from our basket.

Easter Egg Hunt

2011-04-19T17:09:00.003-04:00

Come to our Annual Easter Egg Hunt! Look for eggs all through the library and turn them in to the Easter Bunny's helpers for candy!

Saturday, April 23
10:15 - Easter bunny story
10:30 - The hunt begins!

Please bring your own baskets!
This activity is free and open to all ages - children must be accompanied by an adult.
Hoppy Easter!

Happy Holidays!

2010-12-07T13:28:00.002-05:00

Come one come all to the Dennis Public Library Holiday Open House!
Saturday, December 11th from 10:00 to 2:00
Stroll down downtown Dennisport and stop in at the library for holiday treats! We will have music and a craft for kids throughout the day. Come to the Library for some holiday cheer!

Halloween

2010-10-26T15:55:00.002-04:00

Trick or Treating at the Library!
Saturday, October 30th from noon to 1:00
Come in costume and get a treat from the circulation desk.
Free and open to all ages, no pre-registration necessary.

Fall for the Arts

2010-09-15T13:05:00.002-04:00

Fall for the Arts
Saturday October 2
Come to the library and create some art!
As part of the Art Foundation of Cape Cod's Fall for the Arts weekend Wixon Middle School students will be here to make art projects with children.
10:00 am to noon: Art for children aged 6 to 9
Noon to 2:00: Art for children 9 to 12

This event if free and open to all ages.
For more information about Fall for the Arts go to
http://www.artsfoundation.org/fall-for-the-arts

The End of Summer Reading is Near!

2010-08-19T12:33:00.002-04:00

The lase week of the summer reading program is August 24 - 28. Don't forget to bring your log sheets back for your final prize and your Summer Reading Certificate!

Events for Wednesday August 18

2010-08-17T13:30:00.002-04:00

Wednesday, August 18 is going to be an exciting day at the library! We have two special events going on. At 10:00 the Harwich Junior Players will perform their summer show The Tales of Mother West Wind.

From 10:00 to 3:00 the Coastal Explorer Van will be parked outside the library. Come any time to visit this unique 31-foot marine science museum on wheels. It included hands-on activities and aquariums.

Both these events are free and open to all ages.

Where the Green Things Are

2010-08-05T15:40:00.001-04:00

Where the Green Things Are!
A Storytelling Safari
Tuesday August 10th 2:00

Special Performance by the Tales and Trails Storytellers, Bob Kanegis & Liz Mangual. They will perform their audience participation stories from around the world with a special guest appearance by the Off The Bookshelf and Into The Swamp Band.
This program is free and open to all ages. No pre-registration necessary.

Special Story Time

2010-08-04T14:03:00.003-04:00

Thursday, August 5th at 10:30

This week at story time we welcome teachers from The Waldorf School of Cape Cod for a parent child sing-a-long.

Big Ryan's Tall Tales

2010-07-31T11:25:00.002-04:00

Tuesday August 3rd 2:00

Join us for stories, songs and a whole lot of fun with Big Ryan's Tall Tales.
Big Ryan brings his own original stories, a few puppets, a bit of music and tons of fun. He always has the kids laughing and dancing.
This show is free and open to all ages, no pre-registration necessary.

Special Thursday Show - Animal World Experience

2010-07-21T13:33:00.005-04:00

Animal World Experience
presents
Going Green with your Pets!

Thursday, June 29th at 2:00

Come meet the Animal World Experience team and their adopted and rescued animals. Kids will learn how to make a pet toy out of recycled materials and stay around after the show for the petting zoo!
This show is free and open to all ages.

Pitter Patter Puppets

2010-07-13T17:39:00.002-04:00

Join us at the library for fun with Pitter Patter Puppets.
Tuesday, July 20 at 2:00
Come for stories, songs, puppets and fun.
This program is free and open to all ages.

The Secret World of Bubbles

2010-07-06T18:11:00.003-04:00

The Secret World of Bubbles
Tuesday July 13, 2:00
Here at the Dennis Public Library

Join Keith Michael Johnson for his amazing program: The Secret World of Bubbles. You've never seen bubbles like this before... as big as a rainbow colored bathtub wobbling 10 feet off the ground with a liquid-skin thinner than a wavelength of light. Yes we can learn a lot from a bubble.

This program is free and open to all ages.

The Seaside Clowns

2010-07-01T13:33:00.004-04:00

Come to the Library for the Seaside Clowns’

Big Time Comedy Show!

Tuesday, July 6^th at 2:00

The Seaside Clowns, veterans of The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus will amaze you with traditional circus skills, tickle your funny bone with bombastic buffoonery, and maybe even ask you to join in the fun with some wacky audience participation routines!

This performance is free and open to all ages!

The Magic of Scott Jameson!

2010-06-24T09:41:00.004-04:00

Come see the show audiences are calling “Superb!”, “A blast!”, and “Heartwarming fun for the whole family.” Join magician and juggler Scott Jameson Tuesday, June 29 at 2:00 at the Dennis Public Library for an extraordinary performance that will have you laughing out loud and perched on the very edge of your seat. Umbrellas will be plucked from thin air, a drawing will come to life, basketballs will be spun and juggled, and a member of the audience will unlock telekinetic abilities. For more information visit Scott’s website at www.scottjameson.com, or contact Zoe at 508-760-6219. Don’t miss it! This event is open to all ages, no pre-registration required!

This performance kicks off our Summer Reading program. Sign up any day starting today and return with your reading log for a weekly prize!

April Vacation Event!

2010-04-07T14:36:00.003-04:00

Join us at the Library for a special April vacation event featuring the stories and songs of well-known "stand-up chameleon" Jackson Gillman.
When: Tuesday, April 20th.
Time: 1:00
Where: The Dennis Public Library

We welcome all ages to Jackson Gillman's Spring Into Action and Song.
This program celebrates spring in all of its flowery, song-filled wonder. Everyone becomes worms, flowers, birds, sun, rain and more in this playful romp.
Come to the library for a cure for April vacation boredom!
This program is free and open to all ages.

Easter Egg Hunt

2010-03-10T14:38:00.003-05:00

Come to the Library for Easter Bunny Fun!
Saturday, April 3rd
10:00 Easter Bunny story
10:30 Easter Egg Hunt

The Easter Bunny's helpers will hide eggs inside the library!
Please bring your own basket.
Call Zoe if you have any questions
508-760-6219.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Dennis Public Library
(Thanks!)

Special Story Time!

2009-12-31T09:38:00.002-05:00

There is a new monthly event here at the Library. On the second Tuesday of every month there will be a special Tuesday story and craft time. This is presented by Tina from The Children's Workshop. The next story is scheduled for Tuesday, January 12 at 1:30. All ages are welcome, come for the fun!