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, January 5th, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 23 Months & Under REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDJoin 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, January 5th, 2026
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5 REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDJoin 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, January 7th, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with New Year stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with New Year stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Babies
Monday, January 12th, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 23 Months & Under REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDJoin 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, January 12th, 2026
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5 REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDJoin 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, January 14th, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with stories about Animal Tracks, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with stories about Animal Tracks, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Register for this event online.
- Grand Story Time
Thursday, January 15th, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome hear a grandparent read a few stories, learn nursery rhymes, and do a craft. Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Ice 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. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Ice 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. Register for this event online.
- Grand Story Time
Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome hear a grandparent read a few stories, learn nursery rhymes, and do a craft. Register for this event online.
- 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 & Under REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDJoin 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, January 26th, 2026
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5 REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDJoin 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, January 28th, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Hibernation stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Read with the Sheriff Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDThis 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. Register for this event online.
- Grand Story Time
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome hear a grandparent read a few stories, learn nursery rhymes, and do a craft. Register for this event online.