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

Bilingual Storytime at Warren - Spanish / Hora del cuento bilingüe - en español Bilingual Storytime at Warren - Spanish / Hora del cuento bilingüe - en español Warren 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!

Storytime at College Avenue - Babies Storytime at College Avenue - Babies College Avenue Branch

Mother 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.

Bilingual Storytime at Warren - Spanish / Hora del cuento bilingüe - en español Bilingual Storytime at Warren - Spanish / Hora del cuento bilingüe - en español Warren 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!

Storytime for Preschoolers

Bilingual Storytime at Warren - Spanish / Hora del cuento bilingüe - en español Bilingual Storytime at Warren - Spanish / Hora del cuento bilingüe - en español Warren 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!

Bilingual Storytime at Warren - Spanish / Hora del cuento bilingüe - en español Bilingual Storytime at Warren - Spanish / Hora del cuento bilingüe - en español Warren 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!

Storytime at Nora - Move and Groove Storytime at Nora - Move and Groove Nora Branch

A story time that incorporates songs and dance, and will help start a great day. Encourages language development and physical activity. For toddlers and preschoolers, and their caregivers

Arts & Crafts Programs for School Age Kids

Children's Craft Club Children's Craft Club Wayne Branch

Explore creativity with the use of soft cotton balls to create textured art! Due to scheduling, Wayne's craft club will only be held once a month in January. Young children may require assistance from caretakers. Registration required!

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.

Better Together: Celebrating U.S. Better Together: Celebrating U.S. Central Library

Join us for Better Together: Celebrating US, a family-friendly celebration exploring what it means to belong, participate, and build community—together. Through hands-on activities, storytelling, artmaking, and conversation, we’ll reflect on our nation’s history and imagine our collective future.

Gaming Programs for School Age Kids

Block Party 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.

Block Party at Warren Block Party at Warren Warren Branch

Kids are invited to flex their creative muscles and building skills at our Block Party! Stop by the Community Room to create with LEGOs, blocks, and other kid-friendly building materials.

Family Game Day at Garfield Park Family Game Day at Garfield Park Garfield Park Branch

Families, teens, and children are invited to play board, card, dice, and tabletop games. The Library will provide the games. You are also welcome to bring your own games.

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.