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This week's upcoming children/family programs/events (June 3rd - June 8th)


Upcoming Programs - June 3rd - June 8th 

    Monday, June 3rd:
    • Rogers Memorial Library, Shake, Rattle & Roll, Get ready to wiggle and giggle as we share songs, fingerplays, rhymes and parachute play. Ages Birth-5 Years Old, 10:15 a.m.
    • Rogers Memorial Library, Beading Club, Grades 2-5, 3:45 p.m.
    • Rogers Memorial Library, Billingual Stories, Families, 5:30 p.m.
    • Hampton Library, Family Game Night, Families and board games: entertainment like it was before the video game. Join us for an evening of unplugged fun family competition, Families, 5:30 p.m. (Bridgehampton)
    • CHILDREN'S HANDS-ON-MILLING, Water-powered grist mill grinds grain while kids get to sift the ground grain, see the giant stones turning, and learn about Water Mill's history, Water Mill Museum- 41 Old Mill Road, Water Mill, Families, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (director@watermillmuseum.orghttp://www.watermillmuseum.org)
    • Montauk Library, Children's Story hour, stories, sing songs, and make crafts! *All are welcome to listen. The crafts are most appropriate for preschool age children, 10:00 a.m.
    Tuesday, June 4th:
    • Rogers Memorial Library, Tiny Tots Crafts, Enjoy quality time with your toddler while creating a special craft! Each week explore different art mediums: play dough,paint, crayons, and paste. Things may get messy, so please dress accordingly, Ages 18-35 Months, 10:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.
    • Rogers Memorial Library, Kids Cook - Food for Thought, Share stories about some of your favorite foods and practice with hands-oncooking/baking, Mexican Pudding, Grades 3-5, 4:00 p.m.
    • Hampton Library, Play-A-Palooza, un in the sun as we play in the backyard. This is a special time for parents and caregivers to play with their young children in a fun, creative environment. Toys, puzzles, dramatic play, art exploration and visits from experts in the community make this a fantastic opportunity for families of young children to learn, play and explore together and for parents and caregivers to learn from each other, AgesBirth-4 Years Old, 10:00 a.m.
    • Yoga Shanti, Baby & Me Yoga Class, Tuesdays, 1:00-2:00 p.m. (Sag Harbor)
    • Yoga Shanti, Toddler Yoga, ages 1.5-3 Years old with parent/caregiver, 2:30-3:00 p.m. (Sag Harbor)
    • Yoga Shanti, Kids Yoga, ages 4-8 years old, Tuesdays, 3:30-4:15 p.m. (Sag Harbor)
    • KamaDeva Kids Yoga, Ages 3-4 Years Old, 11:00 a.m. (East Hampton)
    • Ananda Yoga, Kids Yoga, Ages 4-8 Years Old, 4:00 p.m. (Southampton)
    • CMEE, Baby Bliss New Mom Group, Informational, social and very interactive!  Beat the isolation of being a new mommy and join a lively group of new mothers & babies.  Discuss the truth about colic, sleep schedules, feeding issues, balancing time for yourself, returning to work, childcare, and finding baby-friendly activities. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (Bridgehampton)
    • Amagansett Library, Story Time, Ages Birth-Years Old, 10:15 a.m.
    • Munchkin's Mat, cooperative games, theme activities, storytelling, music, and art engage the natural energy and enthusiasm of 5, 6 and 7-year old children. Classes explore mat based poses, breathing exercises, visual imagery and relaxation techniques while conveying lessons in self-expression, body awareness, positive thinking, and caring for the environment, Ages 5-7 Years Old, (51 Division Street, Sag Harbor. Across from the Police Station), Call 631-235-0303, 3:45 p.m.
    • Parent/Child Class, The Parent-Child Program provides an introduction to Waldorf education and a gentle and nurturing environment for parents and their young children. of 18 months. Classes meet one day a week in a light-filled classroom, where an intimate group of parents and children come together to explore the wonders of the first years of life, Please call 518-265-9423 or email info@oursonsanddaughters.org for more info or to reserve a space,Located at the United Methodist Church, 11 Carroll Street, Sag Harbor Ages 18 months-3 Years Old, 9:00 a.m.
    Wednesday, June 5th:
    • Rogers Memorial Library, Get Up & Move Story Time, Let our animal stories inspire you to move, bend, and stretch! We will pretend to be different animals as we do simple body movements and stretches, Ages 3-5 Years Old, 10:15 a.m.
    • Rogers Memorial Library, Crafts for Kids, Mixed Media Collage, Ages 3Years Old-1st Grade, 4:00 p.m.
    • Hampton Library, Babies & Books, Enjoy baby’s first story time, with simple books, songs, rhymes and finger plays, Ages Birth-15 Months, 10:00 a.m. (Bridgehampton)
    • CMEE,Butter Lane Art Academy,This continuing, multi age level class explores art history and cross curricular themes using a variety of materials.  The classes will include the many aspects of drawing, painting, and sculpture in a small group atmosphere,  Ages 4-11 years old - 3:30 p.m. (Bridgehampton)
    • East Hampton Library, Toddler Time, Ages Babies-3 Years Old, 10:30 a.m.
    • East Hampton Library, Father's Day BBQ Sauce & Card Craft, Ages 7+, 4:00 p.m.
    • KamaDeva Kids Yoga, Whimsical Wednesdays, Come and join us on a different theme adventure each week as we build core strength, embody better breathing and let our imaginations soar! Open to yogis ages 4 to 7 years, Call for reservations - 631.604.1382, 5:30 p.m. (East Hampton)
    • Ananda Yoga, Kids Yoga, Ages 10-13. 4:00 p.m. (Southampton)
    Thursday, June 6th:
    • Rogers Memoral Library, Laptime Stories,Enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays and movement with your little one while nurturing your child’s language, auditory and motor skills development and promoting a love of books, Ages 18-35 Months, 10:15 a.m. (Southampton)
    • Rogers Memorial Library, Wii Dance-A-Thon, Dance and work up a sweat in this fun filled tween event! Light refreshments will be served, Grades 2-5, 5:00 p.m. (Southampton)
    • Hampton Library, Rhyme Time, songs, rhymes, stories and art exploration, Ages 1-3 Years Old, 10:00 a.m. (Bridgehampton)
    • Hampton Library, Lego Mania!,  Create anything you like with Legos at the library! This is a great chance for parents to relax and socialize, too. Library appreciates Lego donations, Ages 4+, 3:30 p.m. (Bridgehampton)
    • John Jermain Library, Story, Songs and Playtime, Ages 1-4 Years old, 10:30 a.m. (Sag Harbor)
    • East Hampton Library, Father's Day Story Time & Craft, Ages 4-6 Year Old, 4:00 p.m.
    Friday, June 7th:
    • Rogers Memorial Library, Songs & Stories, Ages Birth & Up, 10:15 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. (Southampton)
    • Rogers Memorial Library, Chess Club, Grades 1-5, 4:30 p.m (Southampton)
    • CMEE, Music Together by the Dunes, The Joy of Family Music – Join us in this popular Early childhood Music and Movement program for children newborn through age 5 and their Parents or Caregivers. Singing, dancing, rhythmic chants, instrument play and movement are explored in a fun, educational environment. Songbook, CD’s, newsletters and parent guide w/DVD are included with tuition, ages Birth-5 years old, 10:30 a.m. (Bridgehampton)
    • CMEE, Pizza & Pajama Night,Pizza & Pajama Night to Madoo Conservancy in Sagaponack. This magical 2.5 acre garden will be the setting for relaxing family evening. Children will enjoy exploring the grounds and participating in a scavenger hunt, reservations required - 631.537.8250, 6:00 p.m. (Bridgehampton)
    • East Hampton Library, "Print It Out" Art Program, Discover fun-filled faces made in prints by famous artists. Then print out your own faces and shapes, using printmaking techniques designed for children, Ages 4+, 3:30 p.m.
    • Amagansett Library, Shake, Rattle & Roll, Ages Toddler-3 Years Old, 10:00 a.m.
    Saturday, June 8th:
    • Rogers Memorial Library, All Signs Point to Dad, Let’s make Father’s Day extra special by using a variety of treasures from our local beaches. Use your imagination to make a special sign just for Dad. Program hosted by the Southampton Historical Museum, Grades 3-5, 10:30 a.m. (Southampton)
    • Rogers Memorial Library, Saturday Stories, Families, 4:00 p.m. (Southampton)
    • Hampton Library, Saturday Story Time, Families, 10:00 a.m. (Bridgehampton)
    • John Jermain Library, Barbie Club, Ages 3-9 Years Old, 10:30 a.m. (Sag Harbor)
    • CMEE, Lego Club,  Your child can construct works of art using the thousands of Legos at The Museum.  To help CMEE continue to build this program, we are looking for Lego donations! 10:00 a.m.- Noon (Bridgehampton)
    • CMEE, Roots & Shoots Intro Class,gardening program, Roots & Shoots, will be returning this summer. Emily Herrick, one of our new instructors, will guide children as they tend CMEE’s garden and visit the Madoo Conservancy in Sagaponack. Classes will also include garden themed songs, stories and craft activities. Children will get to listen to Emily read The Secret Fairy Garden, by Allia Zobel Nolan and make their own potted Fairy garden, 10:00 a.m. (Bridgehampton)
    • CMEE, Funtastic Science,"Funtastic" Science, a developmentally appropriate science laboratory for children ages two to four years. The class will be led by Andrea Van Dyke, one of CMEE's new educators.Families will enjoy participating in playful activities designed to introduce basic science concepts (buoyancy, motion, physical change, chemical change, etc.). Activities planned for this four week class include: making clay boats (and trying to sink them); making concoctions; and playing with ramps, tunnels and things that roll, This Saturday Andrea will be showing families how to make a "bottle" fountain with just a few simple materials. Then, all will enjoy the fun when all the fountains are tested out, reservation are recommended - 631.537.8250, 10:00 a.m. (Bridgehampton)
    • Amagansett Library, TAKE WING STORY & CRAFT TIME We'll let our imaginations soar with stories and make butterfly wings, Families, 3:30 p.m.
    • KamaDeva Kids Yoga, Saturday Storytime, Story Time Yoga is open for strong walkers and yogis up to age 6. A thematic half hour of stretching, poses, and breathing reflective of the story du jour. We provide the book. Bring your own giggle! Call for reservations - 631.604.1382, 2:00 p.m. (East Hampton)
    • KamaDeva Kids Yoga, Ages 4-6 Years Old, 1:00 p.m. Call for reservations - 631.604.1382, 2:00 p.m. (East Hampton)
          Programs updated hourly or daily so keep on coming back.
          Space is limited for all programs.  Make sure to call ahead. 
          For further information about programs  go towww.hamptonsmamas.com. click on the side tabs according to town.  There you will find the programs address, phone number and website to better assist you and make reservation or call for further details.

          Summer Reading Clubs:

           
          • Rogers Memorial Library - Registration begins June 22nd. 
          • East Hampton Library - "Dig into Reading”…is the theme for this year’s Summer Reading Club for ages 2½ to grade 5. After reading the required number of books, kids are eligible to attend a special program at the end of the summer…to be announced at a later date!
          Read-To-Me-Readers:
          This club is for children ages 2½ to Kindergarten. Read and record at least 20 books to your child over the summer. Earn prizes and stickers along the way!
          Independent Readers:
          This club is for kids entering grades 1-5. Youngsters agree to read 10 or more books during the summer. Earn prizes and stickers along the way! After reading 10 or more books, kids are eligible to attend a special program."Beneath the Surface”…is the theme for those entering grades 6 – 8 in the Fall. In this young teen club, they will read at least five books    and receive a prize for the five books that they have read. At the end of the summer, receive   a gift certificate after the completion of reading at least five books. Online Registration Link:https://ny.evanced.info/easthampton/sr/homepage.asp
          • John Jermain Library - Registration begins June 22nd. For ages 2 through 18 Years Old. Win Prizes by reading & logging books all summer long! All participants receive a free tote bag that can be colored. Last day is August 17th.
          • Montauk Library - Registration is June 21st. Join the summer reading club! Sign up  begins today for birth-grade 12.  Read or listen to stories and earn incentives! Tell us about books you are reading, play fun games, and more! If you read more than 6 books, you will get an invitation to a special event!

          Hamptons Mamas has more than just listings of programs and events for children. The website is loaded with a lot of helpful listings for parents as well, I have listings of babysitters, au pairs, mother's helpers, tutors, private swim instructors, family photographers, farmers' markets, yoga classes, la maze classes and more. The more the community gets involved and in contact with me, the better and more helpful the website becomes and is becoming.

          Now is the time to list camps, yoga, ballet, dance, art classes and tutors. Summer will be here before we know it. Interested in advertising your programs, events or business? Let me know, e-mail address is listed below.

          Check out some of the great certified swim instructors such as Liz Parry & more listed on HamptonsMamas.com.  Also, looking for a some sitter? Au pair? Mother's Helper? Infant, child & family photographers? We have those listed too!  Hurry up and check 'em out before they all book up!

          Also check out An Eclectic Cabaret on Thursday, June 20th & Friday, June 21st at 7:30 p.m. at Guild Hall in East Hampton. Great for families! More information listed on www.hamptonsmamas.com

          Hamptons Mamas in proud to introduce Jennifer Robbins, an East Hampton Local and International Fine Artist Giving a Art Workshop for Middle School Aged Children this Summer. Private Lessons Available for All Ages! Check out her website and workshop details on www.Hamptonsmamas.com homepage and also listed under the "Art, Yoga and Dance" section.

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          The second group is "Organic Hamptons Mamas, Babies, Children & Families" https://www.facebook.com/groups/OrganicHamptonsMamas/ which is a group Mamas & families who live a green lifestyle (and cruelty-free as well) and a love for Mother Earth!

          Have a Great Week,
          Hamptons Mamas
          Sofia@HamptonsMamas.com
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