Kids Spring Programs
Ages 0 - Gr. 6
All programs are always free, with all materials provided. Unless otherwise noted, all programs are drop in and require no pre-registration. Want reminders so you don’t miss a program?
Library Littles
These not drop-off programs; caregivers must remain in the room. No registration required.
Toddler Time (Walkers – Preschool Age 3)
Every Tuesday*, (3/3 – 6/9) from 10:30 – 11:15 AM
(*no session 3/31 or 4/28)
Toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups can join us for fun: stories, fingerplays, music, and movement with scarves, instruments, and more! We will incorporate early literacy tips that can also be used at home.
Baby Lap Time (Pre-Walkers)
Every Thursday*, (3/5 – 6/11) from 10:30 – 11:15 AM
(no sessions: 4/2 or 4/30)
Caregivers and their infants are invited to their first story time program. This bonding program is specially designed for pre-walkers. Babies will get exposure to stories, songs, and movement, while their grown-ups will get a chance to chat with other caregivers, learn fun ways to entertain Baby, and create special moments together. Siblings welcome.
Music Together with Moon River Music Rockland (Walkers – Preschool Age 3)
Wednesdays, (3/18, 4/8, & 5/20) from 10:30-11:15 AM
This gentle music program uses songs, movement, and instruments to engage little ones while fostering a love for rhythm and sound. We’ll sing, dance, and create music in a supportive, playful environment.
Reading Buddies
Reading Buddies (Gr. K-3)
Mondays* & Wednesdays*, (3/2 – 6/10) from 4:00 – 4:45 PM & 5:00 – 5:45 PM
(*no session 3/30, 4/1, 4/27, 4/29 or 5/25)
Reading is fun with a buddy! Your child will practice their phonics and decoding skills in a relaxed environment alongside our teen volunteers by playing literacy games and reading together. Please note: this program is intended for struggling readers. Registration required once per school year.
Buddies Book Club(Gr. 4-6)
Thursdays (3/5, 4/9, 5/7 & 6/4) from 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Reading is fun with buddies! Join this new monthly read aloud book club where children take turns reading aloud a young reader title. Extra copies will be available to check out if we do not finish reading the book. Please note: this program is intended for struggling readers, and an excellent choice for those who have outgrown Reading Buddies.
March- Eva’s Treetop Festival (Owl Diaries #1) by Rebecca Elliot
April- I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 by Lauren Tarshis
May- Dinosaurs Before Dark (Magic Tree House #1) by Mary Pope Osborne
June- Miss Daisy is Crazy (My Weird School #1) by Dan Gutman
Maker Lab
Mini Makers (Gr. K-3)
Tuesdays (3/17, 4/21 & 5/19) from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Create, make, and innovate at the Library!
March – Invisible Ink
April – Mini Greenhouses
May – LED Insects
Sew Simple! (Gr. 4-6)
Thursdays, (3/12, 4/16 & 5/14) from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Stop by our Makerspace and make use of our sewing machines for a beginner project—no experience needed! Registration is required.
3/12: Owl Plush
4/16: Pencil Case
5/14: Mini Crossbody Bag
Craft & Create
Crafty Creations (Gr. 4-6)
Tuesdays, (3/10, 4/14 & 5/12) from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Fun projects that mix color, design, and creativity to make something totally your own!
March – Spring Window Clings
April – Spring Art
May – Salt Art
Let’s Get Crafty (Gr. K-3)
Tuesdays (3/3, 4/7 &5/5),
from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Each month brings a new project full of big creativity, little hands, and lots of fun!
March – Mardi Gras Face Masks
April – Design your own flower pot for beautiful blooms
May – Spring Scratch Art Bookmarks
Highlights + Google: Be Internet Awesome (Grades 2-5)
Wednesday, 3/18 from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Join us for fun, hands-on activities that help children and families learn how to be smart, alert, strong, kind, and brave online. Together we’ll explore how to build digital safety skills and kindness online.