Sinclairville Free Library

Unearth a Story: She Sells Seashells
2026-08-24 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Sinclairville Free Library @ 15 Main Street, Sinclairville NY 14782
She sells seashells by the seashore,
The shells she sells are seashells, I’m sure.
So if she sells seashells on the seashore,
Then I’m sure she sells seashore shells.

Did you know that the famous tongue twister is based on a real story?
Come learn about the true story of Mary Anning, the first female paleontologist.
Story, self-guided craft, a tongue twister competition and a seashell to take home.

Registration Requested
Children can also earn 25 points for their Summer Reading Challenge by attending this program.*
*Requires registration for our Summer Reading Challenge

The Last Stomp & Paleontologist Training Final Night
2026-08-31 17:00 - 19:00
THE LAST STOMP & PALEONTOLOGIST TRAINING FINAL NIGHT
TURN IN READING LOG FOR YOUR REWARD
Children (to age 11) Select a Croc Charm for every 360 minutes read or Trade for a Digby Drawing Entry
Digby the Dinosaur Stuffie
Teens & Adults (age 12 & up) Select a Cute Book Themed Bag Sponsored by the Ross Grange
12 Different Book Themed Designs

Junior Paleontologist Training Stations:
Hands-On Dig: Excavation
Dino Poop Detective: Dietary Analysis
Volcano Eruption: Observation
Ash Layer Charm: Artifact Creation

ALL ACTIVITIES START AT 5 PM
This is a drop in event – Each craft/activity should take around 15+ minutes.

Light refreshments – Dino Poop Detective

Activities are designed for all ages. Parent/Caregiver must stay with child(ren). Event is free and open to all.

Bronto‑Be‑Registration

Junior Paleontologist Training Program is made possible through the CCLS Summer Reading 2026 Mini Grant, provided by the Southern Chautauqua Community Foundation

All Trained Junior Paleontologist will receive a Hat, Vest & Supply Bag.

DIGBY DRAWING AT 6:45 PM

More information on Summer Reading and becoming a sponsor.

*One observation journal per child for all four (4) Training Nights
*Patrons may register at anytime during our program dates (June 1st – August 31st), participation in our reading challenge not required to attend programs/events
