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.

Need help? Ask a Library staff member at any of our locations or call, text or email Ask-a-Librarian.

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.

Storytime at Irvington - Read with a Witch Irvington Branch

Children with their caregivers are invited to a special Halloween-themed storytime presented with The Black Hat Society, the local philanthropic group of Irvington's famous dancing witches.

Bilingual Storytime at Nora - Spanish / Hora del cuento bilingüe - en español Nora Branch

Young children will enjoy books, songs, and games in this bilingual storytime in English and Spanish! / ¡Los niños pequeños disfrutarán de libros, canciones y juegos en esta hora de cuentos bilingüe en inglés y español!

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Storytime for Preschoolers

Storytime at Warren - Preschool Warren Branch

Preschoolers and their families are invited for weekly stories, crafts and more. Families and homeschoolers are welcome to attend.

Storytime at Irvington - Read with a Witch Irvington Branch

Children with their caregivers are invited to a special Halloween-themed storytime presented with The Black Hat Society, the local philanthropic group of Irvington's famous dancing witches.

Bilingual Storytime at Nora - Spanish / Hora del cuento bilingüe - en español Nora Branch

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Arts & Crafts Programs for School Age Kids

Kids Fall Open Activities Central Library

Looking for something to do during Fall Break? Visit Kid Central for some fun, tech, arts & crafts, LEGOs, and more! Explore your creativity with exciting hands-on crafts for everyone!

Fall Fair Wayne Branch

Wayne invites you to our annual Fall Fair! Come for a variety of fall-themed activities dressed as your favorite storybook character (or any costume). There will be crafts, games, and prizes for all!

Marvelous Magnetic Bookmarks Warren Branch

Explore multiple art techniques while designing and creating custom magnetic bookmarks. Learn how magnets work while creating a one-of-a-kind piece of functional art that kids can use and enjoy every day! this program is designed for kids ages 6-12.

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Gaming Programs for School Age Kids

Tween Escape from Storytime Fort Ben Branch

A standard library computer glitch has opened a gateway into an alternate reality. The familiar community space has transformed into a creepy shell of a children's Storytime room. Reboot the reality grid before time expires, but be careful, as the entity known as the 'Page Turner' gets closer...

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.

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.

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Take a walk and read a story as you go!

Take a walk read a story as you go! We invite you to visit one of our StoryWalks®. Stroll through a park and read a book displayed in mounted frames. Or Skip. Or gallop!