Storytime for Babies & Toddlers
Storytime at West Perry - Babies and Toddlers
West Perry Branch
Children ages 0-2 and a caregiver are invited for a story, songs, rhymes, and activities designed with our littlest patrons in mind! No registration is required.
Meet & Play at Pike
Pike Branch
Caregivers and children 0-4 years of age are invited to visit the Library's community room and play together! Caregivers can get to know other caregivers with young children.
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 for Preschoolers
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 East 38th Street - Preschool
East 38th Street Branch
Preschoolers ages 3-5 and their caregivers are invited for stories, songs, and fun! Daycares/Preschools are welcome at storytime. Please contact the Children's Librarian at 317-275-4357 at least 2 days prior to storytime to allow us to plan for your group.
Sensory Friendly Storytime
Fort Ben Branch
Join us for a joyful, sensory-friendly storytime designed for all ages with Miss Donna! We’ll share songs, stories, and a craft, along with relaxed sensory playtime where all ages can explore at their own pace. Everyone is welcome!
Arts & Crafts Programs for School Age Kids
Paint and Punch - Presented by the Teen Advisory Group
Michigan Road Branch
Children and teens (ages 10 to 18) are invited to join members of the Teen Advisory Group for an afternoon of painting. Participants will be provided with a small canvas, paint, and brushes to make their own work of art. Punch and snacks will be provided. Registration is recommended.
Get Crafty! at Garfield Park
Garfield Park Branch
Families with children are invited to make an arts and crafts project. Each program features a different project.
Playwriting Workshop for Kids
Irvington 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.
Gaming Programs for School Age Kids
Block Party
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.
Minecraft Club at Central
Central Library
Kids ages 7 and up are invited to join us on the 3rd floor for Minecraft Club! Stop by to mine, build, and interact with fellow Minecrafters using the library’s laptops or iPads. Jump into our premade world or create one entirely of your own!
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.