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
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & UnderCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Winter Weather stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. There will be a special guest for both story times to talk about the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Siblings welcome.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5Come in for an enjoyable hour filled with Winter Weather stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. There will be a special guest for both story times to talk about the Dolly Parton Imagination Library.
- Grand Story Time
Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 & UnderCome hear a grandparent read a few stories, learn nursery rhymes, and do a craft.
- Heroes of the Garden: Wee Ones
Friday, January 23rd, 2026
3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3 - 5 (With Guardian) REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome hear stories about the heroes of the garden. Are they working in the winter? How do they help? The Master Gardeners will have hands-on activities as they present the "Heroes". Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Babies
Monday, January 26th, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 23 Months & UnderJoin 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.
- Music & Movement: Toddlers & Preschool
Monday, January 26th, 2026
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5Join 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.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & UnderCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Hibernation stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Siblings welcome.
- Read with the Sheriff Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5This week we will have a special guest from the Sheriff’s office! Come in for an enjoyable hour filled with Hibernation stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft.
- Grand Story Time
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 & UnderCome hear a grandparent read a few stories, learn nursery rhymes, and do a craft.
- Music & Movement: Babies
Monday, February 2nd, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 23 Months & UnderJoin 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.
- Music & Movement: Toddlers & Preschool
Monday, February 2nd, 2026
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5Join 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.
- Grand Story Time
Thursday, February 5th, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 & UnderCome hear a grandparent read a few stories, learn nursery rhymes, and do a craft.
- Music & Movement: Babies
Monday, February 9th, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 23 Months & UnderJoin 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.
- Music & Movement: Toddlers & Preschool
Monday, February 9th, 2026
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5Join 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.
- Grand Story Time
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 & UnderCome hear a grandparent read a few stories, learn nursery rhymes, and do a craft.
- Grand Story Time
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 & UnderCome hear a grandparent read a few stories, learn nursery rhymes, and do a craft.
- Music & Movement: Babies
Monday, February 23rd, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 23 Months & UnderJoin 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.
- Music & Movement: Toddlers & Preschool
Monday, February 23rd, 2026
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5Join 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.
- Grand Story Time
Thursday, February 26th, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 & UnderCome hear a grandparent read a few stories, learn nursery rhymes, and do a craft.