Programs for Kids

Browse our full range of programs for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, school age kids, and teens. Join in the fun!

A selection of sensory items is available during Library programs for participants who have sensory needs. The items can help minimize discomfort that may be experienced due to bright light, loud noises, or other stimulations. Items are available by request during programs to accommodate a variety of needs and are available to both adults and children.

Storytime for Babies & Toddlers

Storytime at East Washington East Washington Branch

Storytimes for children of all ages. Join us for music, crafts, and play.

Storytime at Decatur Decatur Branch

Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and fun. Stay after stories are finished for some literacy activities and playtime.

Play & Learn with Gymboree Warren Branch

Toddlers are exposed to sensory play, songs, and the beginnings of social play in this program with an expert from Gymboree! This program is perfect for toddlers 18 months - 36 months.

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Storytime for Preschoolers

Storytime at East Washington East Washington Branch

Storytimes for children of all ages. Join us for music, crafts, and play.

Storytime at Decatur Decatur Branch

Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and fun. Stay after stories are finished for some literacy activities and playtime.

Storytime at Pike Pike Branch

Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and play time.

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Arts & Crafts Programs for School Age Kids

Wednesday Whimsies: Art for All! College Avenue Branch

Do you like to draw or paint? Maybe tessellations and design are more your speed? We’ll explore it all with Wednesday Whimsies: Art for All - a program dedicated to all the wild and varied modes of art. Come and learn, explore, and create! Ask staff about this week's topic/project.

Children's Craft Club: Tiny Crafts! Wayne Branch

Art isn't always big. Sometimes its small, but sometimes the best things come in small packages. Come create some tiny, but absolutely wonderful masterpieces with us!

I AM WILD Exploration West Indianapolis Branch

Explore the flora and fauna of different habitats through hands-on learning. Build your own bug motel, create art inspired by wildlife, and more! Based on the Indiana State Museum’s I AM WILD: A Charley Harper traveling exhibit visiting this summer. This program is for kids ages 6-12.

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Gaming Programs for School Age Kids

Block Party at Central Library Central Library

Kids are invited to flex their creative muscles and building skills at our Block Party! Stop by the 3rd floor to create with LEGOs, blocks, and other kid-friendly building materials.

Family Game Day at Southport Southport Branch

Families and children of all ages are invited to drop in any time to make new friends while playing board games or solving puzzles. Games and puzzles will be provided.

Pokemon Trading Card Game Club Wayne Branch

Learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Challenge other players. Trade cards. Bring your own cards if you have them, but we will have some that can be borrowed while at the branch if you want to battle. The library is not responsible for trades made during the program.

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Take a walk and read a story as you go!

Stroll through a park and read a book displayed in mounted frames. Stories will be rotated on a monthly basis. Families are encouraged to post photos of their visit on social media. Learn more about our StoryWalks and where they are located.