Snuggle Up with Peter Rabbit

Cumberland County Public Library is holding its first-ever Winter Reading Program. The Winter Reading Program is designed for preschool aged children, and is a "read-to-me" program that helps parents nurture a love of reading in their young children. This year's theme is "Snuggle Up With Peter Rabbit," and will feature the writings of Beatrix Potter.

The program begins at the Library on Wednesday, February 3, and runs through March 20. Story Hour is at 11:00 a.m. each Wednesday, and will to include Murphy the Reading Dog. Then, for the duration of the program, registered children are invited to return (with a responsible adult) to the Library each Saturday morning at 11 a.m. for a Craft Time, followed by a "potluck lunch" where we are suggesting each child and parent bring a bagged lunch, or lunch items to share. The Library will provide drinks, cups, paper plates, & flatware.

In addition to the in-library program, CCPL is partnering with the Pre-K classes at Cumberland Elementary School to bring the program to as many children in the County as possible. Beginning Tuesday, February 2, Library Volunteer "Story Ladies" will visit the Pre-K classes at the school for StoryTime. At those Story-times, materials provided by the Library of Virginia with tips on encouraging young children to enjoy reading and Peter Rabbit themed coloring sheets will be distributed. The children in the Pre-K classes are also invited & encouraged to register for the Saturday Craft Time.

Registration is now open -- please call or stop by the Library to register your Preschooler! (Please note that Library policy requires children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. For Saturday's craft & lunch program, parents will be asked to assist.)