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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 Pike

Storytime at Pike

Pike Branch

Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays, and playtime.

Storytime at Warren - Baby & Toddler

Storytime at Warren - Baby & Toddler

Warren Branch

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

Tot Art at Southport

Tot Art at Southport

Southport Branch

Babies and toddlers up to age 3 and an adult are invited for stories, songs, and rhymes followed by a process art activity. Come dressed for a mess!

Storytime for Preschoolers

Reading Ready Time - Little Farm in the Big City

Reading Ready Time - Little Farm in the Big City

Online

Children 3-6 are invited to a virtual Library visit! Take a trip to visit Miss Annette’s farm in Broad Ripple.  Plants and bees and ducks, oh my!

Storytime at Pike

Storytime at Pike

Pike Branch

Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays, and playtime.

Ballet Storytime at Garfield Park

Ballet Storytime at Garfield Park

Garfield Park Branch

Children 3-6 are invited to join members of Ballet INitiative for a story and a short ballet experience. This program features their upcoming production of Coppelia's Magic Toyshop.

Arts & Crafts Programs for School Age Kids

Spring Festival at Wayne

Spring Festival at Wayne

Wayne Branch

Come for a variety of spring-themed activities. There will be stories, crafts, games, and prizes for all. You'll even get to plant your own flower seed and take it home!

Create Your Own Stuffed Animal

Create Your Own Stuffed Animal

Southport Branch

Learn basic sewing skills to create your very own stuffed animal. Young sewers will bring their imaginative designs to life and walk away with a new friend. For ages 6-12.

Create Your Own Stuffed Animal

Create Your Own Stuffed Animal

Glendale Branch

Learn basic sewing skills to create your very own stuffed animal. Young sewers will bring their imaginative designs to life and walk away with a new friend. For ages 6-12.

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.

Pokemon Card Trading

Pokemon Card Trading

Glendale Branch

Bring your cards and get ready to trade! For children 11 and under only.

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.