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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Oct-Nov
2025
I-Spy Halloween Scavenger Hunt
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Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Age Group:
Children,
Families
Event Details:
Drop into the library to hunt down 9 (non-scary) Halloween-themed objects hidden throughout the children's area. Don’t forget to sign the champion’s log after you’ve found them all! Target Age: Families
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Dino-mite Bookmarks!
All Day
10/20–10/26
Crafts & DIY
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Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Story Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Event Details:
Stop by anytime the library is open during storytime break week, October 20-26, to pick up a dinosaur-themed bookmark to color in the youth area! We will have a different dinosaur bookmark each month during break week.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
November Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Age Group:
Adults,
All Ages
Event Details:
Throughout the month of November, teams can drop into the library to assemble a designated 500-piece puzzle. A prize will be awarded to the quickest team + all participating teams will be entered in a drawing!
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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
Oct
27
2025
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Age Group:
Ages 0-2
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Baby and caregiver will enjoy bouncing, singing, shaking, and playing together! Experience and practice counting, rhythm, body part identification, animal sounds, sensory stimulation, fine and gross motor skills, and more! We'll have 20-25 minutes of interactive programming, followed by an unstructured playtime where children and caregivers can play together and interact with peers. Target Audience: 0-24 months | Registration encouraged to help us plan but not required Baby Bounce is held weekdays on Mondays and Thursdays at 9:00 AM and the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 9:30 AM. Please note that we do a weekday storytime cycle of three weeks on and one week off (to allow for planning time).
Weekday Storytime Schedule: - Our current cycle starts on Monday, September 29. Our break will be the week of October 20-26, and the next three-week cycle will start October 27.
Disclaimer(s)
Storytime Age Range Suggestions
Our age recommendations tell you the developmental level we plan for, but every child is different. Feel free to try them out and choose the storytime(s) that feel right. Everyone is welcome!
Adult Supervision
All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library. As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older."
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Ages 3-5,
Ages 6-11,
Families
Crafts & DIY
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Oct
27
2025
Mon
Spooky Season Crafts Drop-in
9:00am–6:30pm
Crafts & DIY
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Story Room
Age Group:
Ages 3-5,
Ages 6-11,
Families
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Event Details:
'Tis the season to get spooky! Stop by the youth area to make some monstrously magnificent (but not scary) crafts!
Disclaimer(s)
Adult Supervision
All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library. As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older."
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This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
Oct
29
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Age Group:
Ages 3-5
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Get your groove on and strengthen early literacy skills at the same time! We’ll read one book but also do plenty of stretching, singing, dancing, rhyming, jumping, and even instrument play. You’ll have a blast helping your little one rock out. (Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy early literacy.) Target Audience: 2-7 years old | Registration encouraged to help us plan but not required. Music & Movement is held weekdays on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Please note that we do a weekday storytime cycle of three weeks on and one week off (to allow for planning time).
Weekday Storytime Schedule: - Our current cycle starts on Monday, September 29. Our break will be the week of October 20-26, and the next three-week cycle will start October 27.
Disclaimer(s)
Storytime Age Range Suggestions
Our age recommendations tell you the developmental level we plan for, but every child is different. Feel free to try them out and choose the storytime(s) that feel right. Everyone is welcome!
Adult Supervision
All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library. As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older."
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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
Oct
30
2025
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Age Group:
Ages 0-2
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Baby and caregiver will enjoy bouncing, singing, shaking, and playing together! Experience and practice counting, rhythm, body part identification, animal sounds, sensory stimulation, fine and gross motor skills, and more! We'll have 20-25 minutes of interactive programming, followed by an unstructured playtime where children and caregivers can play together and interact with peers. Target Audience: 0-24 months | Registration encouraged to help us plan but not required Baby Bounce is held weekdays on Mondays and Thursdays at 9:00 AM and the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 9:30 AM. Please note that we do a weekday storytime cycle of three weeks on and one week off (to allow for planning time).
Weekday Storytime Schedule: - Our current cycle starts on Monday, September 29. Our break will be the week of October 20-26, and the next three-week cycle will start October 27.
Disclaimer(s)
Storytime Age Range Suggestions
Our age recommendations tell you the developmental level we plan for, but every child is different. Feel free to try them out and choose the storytime(s) that feel right. Everyone is welcome!
Adult Supervision
All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library. As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older."
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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
Nov
1
2025
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Age Group:
Ages 0-2
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Baby and caregiver will enjoy bouncing, singing, shaking, and playing together! Experience and practice counting, rhythm, body part identification, animal sounds, sensory stimulation, fine and gross motor skills, and more! We'll have 20-25 minutes of interactive programming, followed by an unstructured playtime where children and caregivers can play together and interact with peers. Target Audience: 0-24 months | Registration encouraged to help us plan but not required Baby Bounce is held weekdays on Mondays and Thursdays at 9:00 AM and the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 9:30 AM. Please note that we do a weekday storytime cycle of three weeks on and one week off (to allow for planning time).
Weekday Storytime Schedule:
Disclaimer(s)
Storytime Age Range Suggestions
Our age recommendations tell you the developmental level we plan for, but every child is different. Feel free to try them out and choose the storytime(s) that feel right. Everyone is welcome!
Adult Supervision
All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library. As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older."
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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5
Storytime
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
Oct
27
2025
Mon
Toddler Time
10:00am–10:45am
Storytime
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Age Group:
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
This short-attention span story time is perfect for toddlers. We'll share shorter books, rhymes, and music with the understanding that sitting still is tricky sometimes. Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy early literacy! We'll have 20-25 minutes of interactive programming, followed by an unstructured playtime where children and caregivers can play together and/or interact with peers. Target Audience: 2-3 years old | Registration encouraged to help us plan but not required
Weekday Storytime Schedule: - Our current cycle starts on Monday, September 29. Our break will be the week of October 20-26, and the next three-week cycle will start October 27.
Disclaimer(s)
Storytime Age Range Suggestions
Our age recommendations tell you the developmental level we plan for, but every child is different. Feel free to try them out and choose the storytime(s) that feel right. Everyone is welcome!
Adult Supervision
All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library. As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older."
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This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
Oct
29
2025
Wed
Music and Movement
10:30am–11:15am
Storytime
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Age Group:
Ages 3-5
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Get your groove on and strengthen early literacy skills at the same time! We’ll read one book but also do plenty of stretching, singing, dancing, rhyming, jumping, and even instrument play. You’ll have a blast helping your little one rock out. (Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy early literacy.) Target Audience: 2-7 years old | Registration encouraged to help us plan but not required. Music & Movement is held weekdays on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Please note that we do a weekday storytime cycle of three weeks on and one week off (to allow for planning time).
Weekday Storytime Schedule: - Our current cycle starts on Monday, September 29. Our break will be the week of October 20-26, and the next three-week cycle will start October 27.
Disclaimer(s)
Storytime Age Range Suggestions
Our age recommendations tell you the developmental level we plan for, but every child is different. Feel free to try them out and choose the storytime(s) that feel right. Everyone is welcome!
Adult Supervision
All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library. As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older."
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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5
Storytime
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
Oct
30
2025
Thu
Toddler Time
10:00am–10:45am
Storytime
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Age Group:
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
This short-attention span story time is perfect for toddlers. We'll share shorter books, rhymes, and music with the understanding that sitting still is tricky sometimes. Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy early literacy! We'll have 20-25 minutes of interactive programming, followed by an unstructured playtime where children and caregivers can play together and/or interact with peers. Target Audience: 2-3 years old | Registration encouraged to help us plan but not required
Weekday Storytime Schedule: - Our current cycle starts on Monday, September 29. Our break will be the week of October 20-26, and the next three-week cycle will start October 27.
Disclaimer(s)
Storytime Age Range Suggestions
Our age recommendations tell you the developmental level we plan for, but every child is different. Feel free to try them out and choose the storytime(s) that feel right. Everyone is welcome!
Adult Supervision
All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library. As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older."
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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5
Storytime
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
Nov
1
2025
Sat
Family Storytime
10:30am–11:00am
Storytime
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Age Group:
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for interactive stories, singing, rhyming, and more educational FUN! Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy early literacy. Target Audience: 2-6 years old | Registration encouraged to help us plan but not required Family Storytime is held weekdays on Mondays and Thursdays at 11:00 AM, Tuesday evenings at 6:30 PM, and the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 10:30 AM. Please note that we do a weekday storytime cycle of three weeks on and one week off (to allow for planning time).
Weekday Storytime Schedule:
Disclaimer(s)
Storytime Age Range Suggestions
Our age recommendations tell you the developmental level we plan for, but every child is different. Feel free to try them out and choose the storytime(s) that feel right. Everyone is welcome!
Adult Supervision
All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library. As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older."
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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5
Storytime
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
Oct
27
2025
Mon
Family Storytime
11:00am–11:30am
Storytime
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Age Group:
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for interactive stories, singing, rhyming, and more educational FUN! Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy early literacy. Target Audience: 2-6 years old | Registration encouraged to help us plan but not required Family Storytime is held weekdays on Mondays and Thursdays at 11:00 AM, Tuesday evenings at 6:30 PM, and the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 10:30 AM. Please note that we do a weekday storytime cycle of three weeks on and one week off (to allow for planning time).
Weekday Storytime Schedule: - Our current cycle starts on Monday, September 29. Our break will be the week of October 20-26, and the next three-week cycle will start October 27.
Disclaimer(s)
Storytime Age Range Suggestions
Our age recommendations tell you the developmental level we plan for, but every child is different. Feel free to try them out and choose the storytime(s) that feel right. Everyone is welcome!
Adult Supervision
All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library. As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older."
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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5
Storytime
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
Oct
30
2025
Thu
Family Storytime
11:00am–11:30am
Storytime
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Age Group:
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for interactive stories, singing, rhyming, and more educational FUN! Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy early literacy. Target Audience: 2-6 years old | Registration encouraged to help us plan but not required Family Storytime is held weekdays on Mondays and Thursdays at 11:00 AM, Tuesday evenings at 6:30 PM, and the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 10:30 AM. Please note that we do a weekday storytime cycle of three weeks on and one week off (to allow for planning time).
Weekday Storytime Schedule: - Our current cycle starts on Monday, September 29. Our break will be the week of October 20-26, and the next three-week cycle will start October 27.
Disclaimer(s)
Storytime Age Range Suggestions
Our age recommendations tell you the developmental level we plan for, but every child is different. Feel free to try them out and choose the storytime(s) that feel right. Everyone is welcome!
Adult Supervision
All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library. As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older."
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Adults,
All Ages
Art Gallery
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Oct
26
2025
Sun
Art Gallery Reception: Paula Egan & Joani Feiner
1:00pm–2:00pm
Art Gallery
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Art Gallery
Age Group:
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Art Gallery
Event Details:
Join us for light refreshments and meet mixed-media artist, Paula Egan, and pottery artist, Joani Fe
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Guest Speaker
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
29
2025
Wed
Author Talk with Historical Fiction Queen Phillipa Gregory (Virtual)
1:00pm–2:00pm
Guest Speaker
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Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Guest Speaker
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Adults,
All Ages
Special Event
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Nov
1
2025
Sat
Local Author Expo
1:00pm–3:00pm
Special Event
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Age Group:
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Special Event
Event Details:
Love local lit? Then make sure to join us at the Urbandale Public Library for the Local Author Expo! Meet local Iowa authors and browse available books for sale--or bring your own copy to be signed.
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This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Ages 3-5,
Ages 6-11,
Families
Crafts & DIY,
Gaming,
STEM
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Oct
28
2025
Tue
Afterschool Fun: Board Games!
4:15pm–5:15pm
Crafts & DIY,
Gaming,
STEM
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Story Room
Age Group:
Ages 3-5,
Ages 6-11,
Families
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY,
Gaming,
STEM
Drop by the youth area from 4:15 - 5:15 PM on the 4th Tuesday of each month to make new friends or spend some quality time with family playing board games! We will provide a variety of games, some classic and perhaps a few new ones that may become your favorites. Target Audience: Families | No registration
Disclaimer(s)
Adult Supervision
All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library. As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older."
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27
2025
Mon
Urbandale Public Library Board of Trustees
5:30pm–7:00pm
Open Public Meeting
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Conference Room
Program Type:
Open Public Meeting
Event Details:
Urbandale Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
28
2025
Tue
Adult DIY: Spooky Wreaths
6:00pm–7:30pm
Crafts & DIY
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Event Details:
Spooky season is here! Join us for a hands-on workshop creating your own spooky wreath to hang up for the Halloween season. We will have skeletons, mushrooms, pumpkins, and handmade grapevine wreaths to be created on.
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5
Storytime
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group
Oct
28
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Story Room
Age Group:
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for interactive stories, singing, rhyming, and more educational FUN! Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy early literacy. Target Audience: 2-6 years old | Registration encouraged to help us plan but not required Family Storytime is held weekdays on Mondays and Thursdays at 11:00 AM, Tuesday evenings at 6:30 PM, and the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 10:30 AM. Please note that we do a weekday storytime cycle of three weeks on and one week off (to allow for planning time).
Weekday Storytime Schedule: - Our current cycle starts on Monday, September 29. Our break will be the week of October 20-26, and the next three-week cycle will start October 27.
Disclaimer(s)
Storytime Age Range Suggestions
Our age recommendations tell you the developmental level we plan for, but every child is different. Feel free to try them out and choose the storytime(s) that feel right. Everyone is welcome!
Adult Supervision
All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library. As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older."
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