just for
kids
The Library is a magical place for children! We go the extra mile to provide a welcoming, positive atmosphere for kids of all ages so that we cultivate a love of learning and reading. After all, today's readers are tomorrow's leaders!
Events & Meet-Ups
Preschool
School
Age
Storytime!
LED BY: Miss Suzanne
A Special Winter Storytime and Craft
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
10:15am - 11:00am
For ages 2-6
Required Registration begins December 10, 2024
Click here to be taken to the registration page!
Winter 2025 Storytime Session
January 14, 2025 - February 13, 2025
REGISTRATION FOR THE WHOLE 5-WEEK SESSION BEGINS TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2025
Stories, rhymes, and songs with Miss Suzanne in the library! Please register for only one class to attend.
TUESDAYS:
10:15am-10:45am: Baby Basics (ages 0-12 months) - Click Here to Register
11:15am-11:45am: Toddler Time (ages 12-24 months) - Click Here to Register
WEDNESDAYS:
10:15am-10:45am: Toddler Time (ages 12-24 months) - Click Here to Register
THURSDAYS:
10:15am-10:45am: Terrific Tots (ages 2-3 years) - Click Here to Register
11:15am-11:45am: Pre-K Fun (ages 3-5 years) - Click Here to Register
Winter 2025 Sensory-Friendly Storytimes
Wednesdays during our storytime sessions
11:15am - 11:45am
Ages 2-6
SPACE IS LIMITED!
Join Miss Suzanne for a sensory-friendly storytime designed for children who may have difficulty in large groups, are on the autism spectrum, or have sensory processing issues. Children will have the opportunity to participate in a calm, quieter, and supportive storytime full of songs, poems, and stories rich in sensory-friendly content. Each session ends and begins with playtime!
Registration begins the week prior to each date!
January 15, 2025 - Click here to register
January 22, 2025 - Click here to register
January 29, 2025 - Click here to register
February 5, 2025 - Click here to register
February 12, 2025 - Click here to register
1-2-3 Play with Me
LED BY: Miss Suzanne
FREE TO ATTEND! REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Join us for 45 minutes of unguided, self-directed free play with educational toys and time to socialize for both children and caregivers!
Fridays this Fall 2024 from 10:00am - 10:45am
For ages 1, 2, and 3 years of age!
Required Registration begins the week prior to each event!
Fall 2024 Dates:
October 4, 2024 - Click Here to Register
October 11, 2024 - Click Here to Register
October 25, 2024 - Click Here to Register
November 1, 2024 - Click Here to Register
November 8, 2024 - Click Here to Register
November 15, 2024 - Click Here to Register
Novemeber 22, 2024 - Click Here to Register
Chess Club
LED BY: Coach Chuck Shaw
FREE TO ATTEND! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
FOR AGES 5-15
Every Saturday
10:00am - 12:00pm
Have fun learning the game of chess, or getting some serious practice in, with Coach Chuck Shaw!
Lego Club
LED BY: Miss Jen (Library Staff)
FREE TO ATTEND! REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
For kids entering Kindergarten and up!
Lego Club will return Summer 2025!
Fun with STEAM
LED BY: Miss Meg (Library Staff)
SUMMER ONLY
FREE TO ATTEND! REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
For kids entering Kindergarten and up!
Join Miss Meg for science/technology/math learning! Meetings will include fun, hands-on activities in the Community Room of the library.
Tinker Days
LED BY: Various WC Children's Staff
SUMMER ONLY • FREE TO ATTEND! REGISTRATION REQUIRED
For kids entering grades Kindergarten and up!
Join WCPL staff members for fun maker activities you can use to earn your Power Patches!
Reading & Resources
Local Trips & Passes
WCPL can loan families free or discounted passes to several local attractions. Each of the passes gives entry to 2-5 persons in the same family!
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There's so much happening at the Library just for children! Check our events calendar for upcoming programs, or sign up for our e-newsletter to get the latest news.
