Storytimes and Children’s Programs

Preschool Storytime

Thursdays, October 2 – November 20, 10:30 – 11:00 am

Dodson Room, Central Library

For children ages 3 – 5 with an adult partner. Join us for fun and engaging stories, songs, fingerplays, and a simple craft.

Stories and Play

Fridays, October 3 – November 21

10:05 – 11:05 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Lecture Room, Central Library

For children ages 3 – 5. This is a storytime and facilitated play experience for young children and the adults who take care of them.  Come enjoy stories, songs, play and activities!

Let’s Read! A Middle Grade Book Group*

Thursdays, October 9, November 13, and December 11, 4:00 – 5:00 pm

Lecture Room, Central Library

For youth in 5^th – 8^th grade. Our book group meets on the second Thursday of each month. Snacks provided. Contact Lesley at lsnorman@cob.org about registration information. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.

Sunday Crafternoon

Sundays, October 12, November 9, and December 14, 1:30 – 3:30 pm

Lecture Room, Central Library

For ages 10 – 14. Do you like crafting? Join us for fun and creative crafting. The program is free, and all snacks and materials are provided. No registration required.

Little Storytime at the Bellis Fair Branch

Wednesdays, October 15 – November 19 (No Little Storytime on Wed. Oct. 8)

10:05, 10:45, & 11:25 am

Early Learning Center, Bellis Fair Branch

For children ages birth – 3 with an adult partner. Enjoy simple stories, songs, fingerplays, and movement. Lots of fun. Note: If entering the mall before 11 am, use the entrance next to Target or the Food Court entrance.

Baby Time*

Wednesdays, October 15 – November 5, 2:30 – 3:30 pm (No Baby Time on Wed. Oct. 8)

Early Learning Center, Bellis Fair Branch

Fridays, October 3 – October 31, 10:30 – 11:30 am

Dodson Room, Central Library

For babies ages birth – 12 months with a parent/caregiver.

Join Bernice and learn a variety of fun songs, rhymes, and lap plays. We will read stories and talk about the five early literacy practices: talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing with your baby and how to easily incorporate these into your daily routines. The last portion of class is dedicated to baby play time and time for parents/caregivers to connect.

*Registration is required for this 6-week class. Please choose the day of the week and location that work best for your family.

Cuentos y cantos / Stories and Songs

Los miércoles, el 15 de octubre – el 19 de noviembre/Wednesdays, October 15 – November 19
4:00 – 4:40 pm
Dodson Room, la biblioteca central/Dodson Room, Central Library

Los sábados, el 4 de octubre – el 22 de noviembre/ Saturdays, October 4 – November 22
11:05 – 11:45 am
El centro de aprendizaje temprano, La sucursal del centro comercial Bellis Fair / Early Learning Center, Bellis Fair Mall Branch

Tenga en cuenta: No hay Cuentos y cantos el 8 de octubre/Note: No Cuentos y cantos on October 8

Una hora de cuentos bilingües para niños y sus cuidadores/familias. Disfrute de cuentos y canciones divertidos en español y inglés. / A bilingual storytime for kids and their caregivers/families. Enjoy fun stories and songs in both Spanish and English.

Builders Club at the Fairhaven Branch

Wednesdays, October 15, November 12, and December 17, 3:00 – 5:00 pm

Fireplace Room, Fairhaven Library

For children ages 4 – 12. Unleash the builder in you. All supplies are provided, including Legos, straw connectors, and more. Duplos and other blocks will also be available for younger children. 

Pokémon Club

Thursdays, October 23, November 20, and December 18, 3:00 – 4:00 pm

Lecture Room, Central Library

For ages 7 – 11. Join fellow Pokémon fanatics for a Pokémon meet-up. All experience levels welcome! Come with friends or make new ones! Enjoy crafts, games, and other activities. 

Pajama Storytime

Thursday, October 30, and Wednesday, December 10, 5:15 – 5:45 pm

Dodson Room, Central Library

For children ages 3 – 8 with siblings and family. Join us with your favorite stuffy for a fun, cozy storytime with books, songs and felt activities. Wear your jammies (pajamas) if you’d like!

Stuffy Sleepover!

Tuesday, November 18, 5:15 – 5:45 pm

Dodson Room, Central Library

For children ages 3 – 8 with siblings and family. Join us with your favorite stuffy for a fun, cozy storytime with books, songs and felt activities. Wear your jammies (pajamas) if you’d like! After storytime, your stuffy is invited to spend the night at the library!