Children’s Programs
The Children’s Department programs develop early literacy, creativity, and lifelong learning for children ages 0-12.
Click HERE to go to our calendar page for specific dates and special events.
PROGRAMS FOR EARLY LITERACY AND CREATIVITY (AGES 0-5)
Build your child’s early literacy skills by attending storytime and other educational programs at the library!
- Lil’ Bookworms Storytime (birth-5 years old)
- Join us for a fun-filled storytime. No registration required.
- 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
- Read a book, any book, to your child, with the goal of reading 1,000 before kindergarten. You can track your child’s progress and receive fun rewards along the way. Good for children ages 2-5. Sign up in the Children’s Dept.
- Playdate @ the Library
- Looking for a place to meet other parents with young kids? Need to get out of the house for an hour? Join us with your little ones to play and make new friends!
- Process Art Play
- Explore different art media with your child at this monthly art playdate.
- Music and Movement
- Bring your toddler to this popular monthly playdate of music, movement, and even bubbles!
PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES
- Monthly Family Crafternoon
- Monthly Saturday programs:
- Lego Club
- Read to a Therapy Dog – Read to a specially trained furry friend for 10 minutes – courtesy of Bright Beautiful Therapy Dogs. Registration is in-person the day of the event.
- Family Game Day
OPEN-ENDED PLAY – Round Table Play
- Table One – toys that change every two weeks
- Table Two – coloring
- Table Three – learn a skill, like tying a shoe
CHILDREN’S PLAY AREA
Have fun with the ever popular kitchen & train table area
CRAFTS FOR CHILDREN
Grab ‘n Go Kits
Ready-to-go project kits to do at home! Available on a first come first serve basis during the first two weeks of January-May and September-December.