Branch Closure: The Centre Branch will be closed for an extensive renovation beginning on November 25th and will re-open in the Fall of 2025. Learn More

Branch Closure: The Centre Branch will be closed for an extensive renovation beginning on November 25th and will re-open in the Fall of 2025. Learn More

Storytime, Babytime, & Playtime

Babytime

Don’t miss out on this fun way of introducing books to your little one! Babytimes are designed for ages 0-2. We invite you and your child to participate in songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Tuesdays – 10:30 a.m.
Centre Branch

Wednesdays & Fridays – 10:30 a.m.
Main Library

Thursdays – 10:30 a.m.
Francis Branch

Playtime

Help your child develop skills to learn to read through free and guided play using our collection of toys and early literacy materials. Recommended for ages 0-5.

Mondays – 10:30 a.m.
Centre Branch 1st Mon. of the month
Francis Branch 2nd Mon. of the month

Tuesdays – 10:30 a.m.
Main Library weekly

Wednesdays – 10:30 a.m.
North Liberty Branch 1st Wed. of the month
German Branch 2nd Wed. of the month
Lakeville Branch 3rd Wed. of the month
River Park Branch 3rd Wed. of the month

Evening Playtime – 5:30 p.m.
Tutt Branch 4th Wed. of the month
LaSalle Branch 2nd Wed. of the month

Storytime

Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read! Storytimes are designed for families with children ages 3-5.

Mondays – 10:30 a.m.
German Branch
LaSalle Branch

Tuesdays – 10:30 a.m.
Francis Branch
Tutt Branch

Wednesdays – 10:30 a.m.
Centre Branch
Francis Branch
Western Branch

Thursdays – 10:30 a.m.
Main Library
River Park Branch
Lakeville Branch (alternating)
North Liberty Branch (alternating)

Evening Storytime – 5:00 p.m.
Main Library 4th Thurs. of the month

Sensory Time – 5:00 p.m.
Centre Branch 3rd Tues. of the month

Tiny Tumblers

Tumble, jump, and play at this obstacle course with games and activities for babies and toddlers. Recommended for ages 0-2.

One Monday a month – 10:30 a.m.
Locations alternate between three locations

Additional Resources


1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Start your child’s reading journey with the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program—a fun and free reading challenge for kids from birth to age five, filled with resources and inspiration along the way!

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

Free, high-quality books delivered to your doorstep every month for children from birth to age five—if you’re a St. Joseph County resident, you’re eligible. It’s that simple!

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