Storytimes and Children’s Programs

Rhythm Kids Music Class with Music Together

Wednesday, August 27, 4:30 – 5:15 pm

Lecture Room, Central Library

For children ages 5 – 8 and the grownups who love them®. Ms. Grace of Music Together Fairhaven will big kids in musical games, rhythm pattern play, drumming, and inspire everyone to explore their musicality in new ways.

Dog Day Afternoon*

Thursday, August 28, 1:00 – 3:00 pm

Lecture Room, Central Library

For children ages 6 – 12. Each child will have 30 minutes to read aloud to a dog. Each dog has passed behavioral training and will be with their owner, a Humane Society volunteer.

*Registration is required – space is limited. Click HERE to register.

Mixed-Age Music Class with Music Together!

Wednesday, September 3

10:00 – 10:45 am or 11:00 – 11:45 am

Lecture Room, Central Library

Children ages birth – 5 and the grownups who love them® are invited for a fun-filled family music time! Ms. Audrey of Music Together Fairhaven will lead music activities ranging from lullabies to full-on jam sessions (with child-friendly instruments).

Babies Music Class with Music Together!

Wednesday, September 3, 12:00 – 12:45 pm

Lecture Room, Central Library

For ages birth – 8 months and the grownups who love them® (no older siblings allowed as everything is geared towards the needs of our youngest non-mobile learners!). Join Ms. Audrey of Music Together Fairhaven and explore how to bond with your baby through music and learn what to look for and encourage developmentally as they begin their musical journey!

Builder Board Fun!

Thursday, September 4, 2:00 – 4:00 pm

Lee Memorial Park, Central Library

For ages 4 – 12. Come build with Jack Mckee’s Builder Boards – made from recycled plywood. These boards are for children to work together to create play structures of their own design!

Builders Club

Tuesdays, September 9, October 14, November 4, and December 9, 3:30 – 5:00 pm

Lecture Room, Central Library

For children ages 4 – 12. Join us for new monthly building challenges! All supplies are provided, including Legos, straw connectors, and more! Duplos and other blocks will also be available for younger children.  

Let’s Read! A Middle Grade Book Group*

Thursdays, September 11, 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.

Water Week Storywalk®

Friday, September 12, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Boulevard Park (meet near play structure)

For children ages 3 – 8. Celebrate Water Week with a read aloud of the Storywalk® along Taylor Dock! This special collaboration with Public Works will feature story, songs, and end with nature inspired crafts. Meet at the play structure at Boulevard Park.

Sunday Crafternoon

Sundays, September 14, 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.

Library Explorers

Mondays, September 15 – November 17, 3:00 – 3:45 pm

Lecture Room, Central Library

For ages 6 – 10 with families welcome. Explore the world and wonders of the library through fun stories, experiments, crafts and more.

Little Storytime at the Bellis Fair Branch

Wednesdays, September 17 – 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.

Preschool Storytime at the Bellis Fair Branch

Wednesdays, September 17 – November 19 (No Preschool Storytime on Wed. Oct. 8)

Early Learning Center, Bellis Fair Branch

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

Builders Club at the Fairhaven Branch

Wednesdays, September 17, 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. 

Cuentos y cantos / Stories and Songs

Los miércoles, el 17 de septiembre – el 19 de noviembre / Wednesdays, September 17 – November 19
4:00 – 4:40 p.m.
Dodson Room, la biblioteca central / Dodson Room, Central Library

Los sábados, el 20 de septiembre – el 22 de noviembre / Saturdays, September 20 – November 22
11:05 – 11:45 a.m.
El centro de aprendizaje temprano, La sucursal del centro comercial Bellis Fair / Early Learning Center, Bellis Fair Mall Branch

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.

Preschool Storytime

Thursdays, September 18 – 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.

Pokémon Club

Thursdays, September 18, 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. 

Baby Time*

Wednesdays, September 24 – November 5, 2:30 – 3:30 pm (No Baby Time on Wed. Oct. 8)

Early Learning Center, Bellis Fair Branch

Fridays, September 26 – 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.

Pajama Storytime

Thursdays, September 25 & 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!

Spooky Crafts!

Thursday, October 16, 2:00 – 4:00 pm

Lecture Room, Central Library

For ages 11 – 14. It’s the most wonderful time of year! Get into the spirit of spooky season with some fantastic spooky crafts. We will paint, sculpt, and glue up some creepy fun! All supplies will be provided.

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!