1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Join our reading readiness program designed to expose children to an assortment of classic stories that will help them on their journey to become independent readers! Sign up online or in person at the Youth Reference desk.
The program is ongoing throughout the year, so you may start any time. Periodically, as children accomplish listening milestones they will be invited to special parties at the library to celebrate their achievement!
This program is designed to encourage parents and caregivers to read at least 1000 books to children from birth to kindergarten.
Events for Ages 5 & Under
- Music & Movement: Babies
Monday, November 24th, 2025
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 23 Months & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Toddlers & Preschool
Monday, November 24th, 2025
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Family stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a fun craft. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Read with the Sheriff Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDThis week we will have a special guest from the Sheriff’s office! Come in for an enjoyable hour filled with Family stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a fun craft. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Babies
Monday, December 1st, 2025
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 23 Months & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Toddlers & Preschool
Monday, December 1st, 2025
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Penguins stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Penguins stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Babies
Monday, December 8th, 2025
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 23 Months & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Toddlers & Preschool
Monday, December 8th, 2025
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, December 10th, 2025
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with stories about emotions, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Local author, Dawn Downing Henricks, will read her book The Brain Train, and talk about kids emotions and frustrations. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, December 10th, 2025
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with stories about emotions, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Local author, Dawn Downing Henricks, will read her book The Brain Train, and talk about kids emotions and frustrations. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Babies
Monday, December 15th, 2025
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 23 Months & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Toddlers & Preschool
Monday, December 15th, 2025
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Christmas and Hanukkah stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Christmas and Hanukkah stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Register for this event online.