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Programs for Kids

Browse our full range of programs for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, school age kids, and teens. Join in the fun!

A selection of sensory items is available during Library programs for participants who have sensory needs. The items can help minimize discomfort that may be experienced due to bright light, loud noises, or other stimulations. Items are available by request during programs to accommodate a variety of needs and are available to both adults and children.

Storytime for Babies & Toddlers

Storytime at Southport - Baby & Toddler

Storytime at Southport - Baby & Toddler

Southport Branch

Babies and toddlers up to age 3 with an adult are invited for an active class featuring stories, songs, and rhymes followed by socialization and playtime with age appropriate toys.

Storytime at Irvington - Babies & Toddlers

Storytime at Irvington - Babies & Toddlers

Irvington Branch

Babies and toddlers, birth through age 3, with an adult are invited to enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and more. It's a great way to introduce little ones to a lifelong love of reading.

Storytime at Warren - Baby & Toddler

Storytime at Warren - Baby & Toddler

Warren Branch

Babies and toddlers up to 36 months and their adults are invited for stories, songs, toys, and more.

Storytime for Preschoolers

Reading Ready Time - The Big Note

Reading Ready Time - The Big Note

Online

Children 3-6 are invited to a virtual Library visit! Join members of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra for the story-concert, The Big Note, by Victoria Griswold.

Storytime at Eagle - Preschool

Storytime at Eagle - Preschool

Eagle Branch

Families with children ages 3 - 8 are invited for a fun-filled storytime featuring stories, music, and activities! A hands-on activity will follow.

Storytime at West Perry - Preschool

Storytime at West Perry - Preschool

West Perry Branch

Children ages 3-5 and a caregiver are invited for stories, songs, crafts, and more!

Arts & Crafts Programs for School Age Kids

Crafternoon

Crafternoon

Fort Ben Branch

School age children are invited to come, make a craft, and learn new skills.

Art Club at Spades Park

Art Club at Spades Park

Spades Park Branch

Kids ages 6-11 are invited to tap into their creativity and explore different art techniques! Snacks and art supplies will be provided. Feel free to drop in or stay for the whole program.

Children's Craft Club

Children's Craft Club

Wayne Branch

This is a school age program for children to come in and learn how to make new crafts every month! Creations can be taken home after the meeting is over. Younger children may need assistance from parents. Program occurs every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month.

Gaming Programs for School Age Kids

Block Party

Block Party

Central Library

Kids are invited to flex their creative muscles and building skills at our Block Party! Stop by the 2nd floor to create with LEGOs, blocks, and other kid-friendly building materials.

Minecraft Club at Central Library

Minecraft Club at Central Library

Central Library

Kids ages 7 and up are invited to join us in the Arena on the 2nd floor for Minecraft Club! Stop by to mine, build, and interact with fellow Minecrafters using the library’s laptops or iPads. Jump into our premade world or create one entirely of your own!

Family Game Night

Family Game Night

Central Library

Kids, teens, and families are invited to stop by the Atrium on the 2nd floor for Family Game Night! We have lots of board, card, and dice games to explore along with giant-sized chess, checkers, Jenga, and Connect 4.

Take a walk and read a story as you go!

Child reading at a StoryWalk station.

Stroll through a park and read a book displayed in mounted frames. Stories will be rotated on a monthly basis. Families are encouraged to post photos of their visit on social media.


StoryWalk® in Ruckle Street Park, 3025 Ruckle Street.