Promotes early literacy skills. The program features reading, singing, talking, writing and playing. We will help give you the resources you need to expand your child’s skills, preparing them to read. Recommended for children ages 2-5 years, it features age appropriate stories, songs, and fingerplays. Story time is an excellent way to bond with your child, boost their vocabulary, and hopefully raise a lifelong reader. Studies have shown that regularly reading to your child can increase their attention span, boost their emotional intelligence, and flex their imagination.
Preschoolers
Join us every Saturday in our children's area for a family-friendly Story Time with Sawyer, a certified therapy dog, and his human, Betsy!
You're invited to attend Story Time every Tuesday at 11 am.
Story Time is a great way for children to build early literacy skills with stories, rhymes and songs. Parents and guardians are encouraged to participate by sitting with children and singing (and learning!) new songs.
Last half hour is craft time! Children of all ages are welcome.
We cannot host daycares or groups.
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Join us for a special Halloween music and dance party with children's musician Andyroo! Our "Little Explorers" program is for preschool age children from 0 - 5 years old and their caregivers.
Sorry we cannot accommodate Daycare groups for this program.
Join us on Wednesdays at 11:00 am for Toddler Story Time! This 30-minute Story Time is designed for toddlers aged 1 to 3 years old. We meet in the children's area to share books, songs, rhymes, and more! After Story Time, the toy cabinets are opened and the children are invited to stay and play. It's a great way to meet other caregivers and give your toddler a chance to socialize.
Siblings are always welcome.
We meet in the children's area where the picture books and campfire rug are located.
No registration or tickets required.
Join us for an interactive early literacy experience for preschoolers and their caregivers. This program is geared toward children ages 3-6 years old and features songs, books, and crafts each week!
This program is a wonderful way to promote early literacy, social skills, and kindergarten readiness skills!
Space is limited. Please pick up your free tickets at the Children's Reference Desk the morning of the program to gain entry to Sapling story time.
Pre-K+ Storytime for Walkers & Talkers
This Storytime focuses on the developmental needs for "Preschoolers," specifically children who are walkers AND talkers.
So, seats and attendance for this Storytime give priority to "preschoolers, who are walkers & talkers.
Pre-K+ Storytime for Walkers & Talkers
This Storytime focuses on the developmental needs for "Preschoolers," specifically children who are walkers AND talkers.
So, seats and attendance for this Storytime give priority to "preschoolers, who are walkers & talkers.
Join us as we explore emotions and move through our feelings to a calm, kind space. Bring your curiosity as we practice techniques that help build a strong emotional awareness in ourselves and others.
This program is for children ages 3-6 and their parent/caregiver. Registration is required and begins one week in advance. Only the child needs to register.
Discovery Time with Miss Christine is a fun and engaging story time for the whole family! Each week, we build literacy skills through the five essential practices: playing, singing, talking, reading, and writing.
For: Pre-School & Elementary (ages 3 - 10 years old). Younger siblings may participate under the active supervision of a parent or caregiver, provided they are registered and do not disrupt the program.
How to Attend: