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

Stoytime at Eagle - Babies and Toddlers Stoytime at Eagle - Babies and Toddlers Eagle Branch

Baby and Toddler story time is a great way to help your infant and toddler with physical skills, early language, and early literacy skills as well as increase the bond between the parent or caregiver and a young child.

Harp Music & Stories Harp Music & Stories Fort Ben Branch

Babies and toddlers will be introduced to the music of a concert harp in this program with Arts for Learning teaching artist Melissa Gallant. Join us to learn that music brings stories to life through feelings and emotions!

Indy Library Store Book Sale Indy Library Store Book Sale Library Services Center

Half-Price Day is open to the Public. All prices, including Miriam’s Corner, are 50%.

Storytime for Preschoolers

Pajama Storytime at Lawrence Pajama Storytime at Lawrence Lawrence Branch

Young children and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and fun. Stay after stories are finished for some literacy activities and play time. 

Storytime at Michigan Road Storytime at Michigan Road Michigan Road Branch

Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities. No registration is required.

Storytime at Southport - Preschool Storytime at Southport - Preschool Southport Branch

Preschoolers ages 3 - 5 and an adult are invited for an active class featuring stories, songs and rhymes that focus on early literacy skills and school preparedness.

Arts & Crafts Programs for School Age Kids

Playwriting Workshop for Kids Playwriting Workshop for Kids Haughville Branch

Become a storyteller! Through games and creative exercises, kids will create their own short play. Perfect for budding writers, performers, and anyone who loves to tell stories.

Playwriting Workshop for Kids Playwriting Workshop for Kids Garfield Park Branch

Become a storyteller! Through games and creative exercises, kids will create their own short play. Perfect for budding writers, performers, and anyone who loves to tell stories.

Family Memento! - Art Workshop Family Memento! - Art Workshop Michigan Road Branch

Create art together that serves as a memento of places, people, pets or moments in time that hold special memories for your family. Perfect for families with children ages 5 and older.

Gaming Programs for School Age Kids

Pokemon Trading Card Game Club 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.

Lego Block Party at Haughville Lego Block Party at Haughville Haughville Branch

Let your imagination guide you in making fun Lego creations! Participate in challenges or free-build whatever you want. Legos will be provided. Recommended for children ages 6 and up.

Block Party at Fort Ben Block Party at Fort Ben Fort Ben Branch

Kids of all ages are welcome to come play with a variety of blocks and building materials! Let your imagination guide you as you explore with Legos, Magna-Tiles, Duplos, and more!

Take a walk and read a story as you go!

Child reading at a StoryWalk station.

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.