Children

Welcome to the Beaman Library Children’s Room.

Our Children’s Room is located on the second floor of the Library and offers a variety of creative learning experiences, as well as, a vast collection of books, audios, games, S.T.E.A.M. tablets, etc. We gladly welcome all children, especially the exuberant ones, where they can be free to be themselves while exploring and learning!

Upcoming Children's Programs

Beanstack

A web-based and mobile app that allows readers to participate in Beaman Library's reading challenges. Readers can log their reading, complete activities, engage with community members, and more!

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Social Media

The Library is on social media! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more ways to keep up with programs and Library news from the comfort of home.

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Hiveclass

An e-learning platform for sports, physical activity, and mind+body wellness. Explore countless videos in English and Spanish on pickleball, fitness, dance, soccer, yoga, mindfulness, & more.

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eBooks for Kids

Using your Beaman Library card and the C/WMARS KIDS ebook Collection you can download eBooks and audiobooks for your kids and teens!

Great Links for Kids

Homework resources, encyclopedia links

Children's Room Library News

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Extended Saturday Hours

September 5, 2023

Effective Saturday, September 9, the Library’s Saturday hours will change to 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thank you to the College of the Holy Cross for this generous gift!

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March 10, 2023

OverDrive app users, changes are coming! The legacy OverDrive app will soon be discontinued, and you’ll need to switch to Libby, OverDrive’s newer reading app. You can still use the…

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New Event Registration Procedure

February 4, 2023

With our new website, a new event registration system has been introduced, allowing patrons to register for upcoming programs and events online. We are very excited about this new tool,…

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1000 Books Before Kindergarten

October 31, 2022

To participate, register your child(ren) in the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten reading challenge by visiting Beaman Library’s Beanstack page. Then, visit Beaman Library, borrow Beaman Library books, and read them to your…

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Summer Reading Program 2022: Read Beyond the Beaten Path

June 3, 2022

  This summer, Read Beyond the Beaten Path with Beaman Library’s Summer Reading Program! To get started, visit Beaman Library’s Beanstack website and register for the Summer Reading Challenge for your age…

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