Storytime

About

Storytime develops important pre-literacy skills including vocabulary, print awareness, narrative skills, print motivation, phonological awareness, and letter knowledge. Our programs combine these tools with the Five Simple Practices recommended by the Every Child Ready to Read Organization: talking, reading, singing, writing, and playing. 

All storytimes take place in the Storytime Room in the back of Children’s Library.

Winter Storytimes: January 8 – February 29
Registration opens December 8

Spring Storytimes: March 11 – May 2
Registration opens February 11.

Registration required unless otherwise noted. Register once for the whole 8-week session. We ask that you only register each child for only one storytime per week.

Click here for the current Storytime Schedule

WINTER PROGRAMS

Babytime (registration required)
Mondays, Tuesdays Wednesdays or Thursdays at 11:00 a.m.
6-24 months with a caregiver.
Enjoy simple stories, rhymes, songs & activities.

Tales for Twos (registration required)
Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m.
Age 2 with a caregiver.
Stories, songs, rhymes, and more for terrific toddlers!

Twos & Threes Together (registration required)
Wednesdays or Thursdays at 10:15 a.m.
Ages 2-3 with a caregiver
You and your toddler will explore stories, songs, rhymes and more!

Totally Threes (registration required)
Mondays at 10:15 a.m.
Age 3 with a caregiver.
Stories and fun just for threes with a caregiver.

My Time for Fours & Fives (registration required)
Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. or Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m.
Stories and a craft for independent 4 & 5 year olds. Caregiver must remain in the library during this story time.

FAMILY EVENTS

Drop-In Family Storytime (no registration required)
Mondays at 9:30 a.m.
Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m.
Recommended for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver.
Young children of all ages and their caregivers enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories together.

Family Storytime (registration required)
Wednesdays or Thursdays at 9:30 a.m.
Young children of all ages and their caregivers enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories together.

Evening Family Storytime at the Library (no registration required)
Second and fourth Wednesdays a month at 7:00 p.m.
Recommended for children ages 2-6 with a caregiver.
All ages – family event
Share stories and rhymes before bedtime. Jammies and stuffies are not required but are definitely encouraged! Meets in the Storytime Room.

FAQs 

Where will Storytimes take place?
Our storytimes have moved back into the Storytime Room. All storytimes will now take place in the Storytime Room in the back of Children’s Library.

Can we just drop in at any time?
Our storytimes are carefully designed to provide your child with continuity and structure, so we ask that you arrive 5-10 minutes before the start time.

Can we bring food, drinks, or toys?
No food is permitted anywhere in our Children’s Room and drinks must be covered. We don’t recommend bringing toys into the room, as it can be distracting.

Is my child required to participate?
We encourage all children to participate but don’t require it. Regular attendance will help them become more familiar with the routine and feel more comfortable joining in.

Am I required to participate?
Parent participation is key. Your participation encourages your child’s, and helps in literacy development. We ask that you please silence cell phones and refrain from socializing until afterwards. 

Does my child need to stay next to me the whole time?
No, our storytimes are filled with movement and music, and children are encouraged to actively participate. That said, if your child is very unsettled or distressed, exiting the room can give them the time they need to settle down without disturbing others. You are always welcome to return!