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 Warren - Baby & Toddler Storytime at Warren - Baby & Toddler Warren Branch

Babies and toddlers up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, toys, and more.

Storytime at Decatur 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 Storytime at Pike Pike Branch

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

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Storytime for Preschoolers

Storytime at Decatur 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 Storytime at Pike Pike Branch

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

Storytime at Glendale - Toddlers and Preschool Storytime at Glendale - Toddlers and Preschool Glendale Branch

Children ages 2-4 and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and activities.

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Arts & Crafts Programs for School Age Kids

Get Crafty! at Garfield Park 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.

Wednesday Whimsies: Art for All! 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.

Cardboard Creations Cardboard Creations East Washington Branch

Create, make, and play with cardboard in this program for kids 4-8 led by Jeremy South of Ripple Mobile Arts. Dress to mess!

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Gaming Programs for School Age Kids

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!

Block Party at Central Library 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.

Minecraft Club at Central Library Minecraft Club at Central Library Central Library

Kids ages 7 and up are invited to join us on Floor 3 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!

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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.