Storytime for Babies & Toddlers
Storytime at College Avenue - Babies
College Avenue Branch
Mothe Goose is on the loose! Babies up to 24 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Each session is followed by playtime just for babies.
Construction Zone
Michigan Road Branch
Toddlers 18-36 months can build and then demolish in this hands-on program with the Indiana State Museum. Explore art and engineering with ramps, towers, trucks, and more construction fun! This program will offer a tactile experience to build fine motor and problem-solving skills.
Play & Learn with Gymboree
Central Library
Non-walking babies are exposed to sensory play, songs, and the beginnings of social play in this program! A Gymboree expert teacher leads you through nurturing exercises and activities that will stimulate your baby’s brain development.
Storytime for Preschoolers
Preschool Tales 'n Play Storytime
Central Library
Stop in for some stories, music, and fun! Preschool-aged children and their families are invited to visit the Learning Curve for a Saturday storytime. Afterward, all are welcome to stay for open playtime.
Storytime at Lawrence - Pajama Storytime!
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
Michigan Road Branch
Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities. No registration is required.
Arts & Crafts Programs for School Age Kids
Get Crafty!
Garfield Park Branch
Families and children are invited to make an arts and crafts project. Each program features a different project.
Create Your Own Stuffed Animal
West Perry Branch
Learn basic sewing skills to create your very own stuffed animal. Young sewers will bring their imaginative designs to life and walk away with a new friend. For ages 6-12. *This program includes ASL interpretation.
Spring Break Open Activities
Central Library
Looking for something to do during Spring Break? Visit the Learning Curve for some tech-free fun, arts & crafts, LEGOs, and more! Explore your creativity with exciting hands-on activities for everyone!
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 2nd floor to create with LEGOs, blocks, and other kid-friendly building materials.
Block Party at Warren
Warren Branch
Families and children of all ages are invited to play with LEGO blocks and sets stimulating STEM-related practices, critical thinking skills, and language development.
Minecraft Club at Central Library
Central Library
Kids ages 7 and up are invited to join us in the Arena on the 2nd 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.
StoryWalk® in Ruckle Street Park, 3025 Ruckle Street.