LOCATED IN BEAUTIFUL
West Chester, Pennsylvania
WCPL regular hours: Monday - Thursday, 10am - 7pm; Friday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm
Events & Meetups
Preschool
Fall 2026 Storytime Session
LED BY: Miss Clara
Join us for stories rhymes, and songs at our 5-week Fall Storytime Session, which will be held in the meeting room of the library from September 15 to October 15!
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REQUIRED REGISTRATION BEGINS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 AT 10:00AM FOR THE WHOLE 5-WEEK SESSION
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TUESDAY STORYTIMES (September 15 to October 13)
Baby Basics (0 to 12 months) 10:15am to 10:45 am Register for Baby Basics >
Toddler Time (12 to 24 months) 11:15am to 11:45am Register for Tuesday Toddler Time >
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WEDNESDAY STORYTIMES (September 16 to October 14)
Toddler Time (12 to 24 months) 10:15 am to 10:45am Register for Wednesday Toddler Time>
Terrific Tots (2 to 3 years) 11:15am to 11:45am Register for Wednesday Terrific Tots >
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THURSDAY STORYTIMES (September 17 to October 15)
Terrific Tots (2 to 3 years) 10:15am to 10:45am Register for Thursday Terrific Tots >
Pre-K Fun (3 to 5 years) 11:15am to 11:45am Register for Pre-K Fun >
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Questions? Please email Miss Clara
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Yoga Storytime
LED BY: Kristin Schultz from Zia Yoga and Wellness
Yoga Story Time is a unique class infused with yoga poses and life lessons for kiddos (and their adults) on and off the mat. This active and playful class uses songs, stories and yoga movements to teach children how to self-regulate, move with confidence and be kind to themselves and others.
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Friday, October 2, 2026
10:30am to 11:00am
For Ages 2 to 6 years
Required Registration begins 9/25/26
Nature's Little Explorers: Birds of My Backyard
LED BY: Dawn White from the Indian Run Environmental Education Center
Designed to teach children and their caregivers about wildlife and nature in their communities,this program includes interactive learning with items such as puppets and visuals, as well as live animals, items to touch, and a story based on the theme. This month's theme is "Birds of My Backyard".
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Wednesday, October 21, 2026
10:30am to 11:00am
For Ages 3 to 5 years with a caregiver
Required Registration begins 10/14/26
School Age
Chess Club
LED BY: Chuck Shaw
FREE TO ATTEND! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
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EVERY SATURDAY
FOR AGES 5-15
10:00am - 12:00pm
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​Have fun learning the game of chess, or getting some serious practice in, with Coach Chuck Shaw!
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On Saturday, September 19, 2026, we will be hosting our first Chess Tournament during Chess Club! There is no registration required. Please be at Chess Club at exactly 10am to get started.
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​(Please note, caregivers with children attending who are ages 10 or under MUST stay in the library or on the library premises during the program!)
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​Sign up for our Chess Club email list - for notifications on possible cancellations
Dance Me A Story: The Nutcracker
LED BY: Miss Jessica from the Rock School for Dance
Listen, move, and learn at this special interactive story time with The Rock School for Dance! Explore the joy of movement and storytelling with master educator, Jessica Kilpatrick as she brings the story of The Nutcracker to life!
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Monday, September 21, 2026
1:00pm to 2:00pm
Geared toward ages 3-8, however all ages are welcome
Lego Club
LED BY: Library Staff
Join WCPL staff member, Graeme, in the community room for free building with LEGOs. Creations will be displayed in the Community Room until the next event!
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Monday, September 21, 2026
For ages 5 and up
5:00pm to 6:00pm
Required Registration begins 9/14/26
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Junior Detectives Club
LED BY: Miss Clara
Are you fascinated by unsolved mysteries? Let's talk about it! We'll dive into (age appropriate) real life unsolved cases, go over theories and/or suspects, use everything we learn to come to our own conclusions, and do activities.
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This evening (9/28/26), we'll explore the Flannan Isle Lighthouse disappearances! Why did three lighthouse keepers disappear? What happened to them?
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Monday, September 28, 2026
For ages 8 to 12
5:30pm to 6:30pm
Required Registration begins 9/21/26
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!
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.
