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Enjoy the Autumn air and a leisurely walk down Hayden’s Lane (located off of Main Street in the 200 block between The Gourmet Bakery and Beyond Main). The featured book, Where Are You From? will be posted on signs along the lane […]
Help prepare your child to enter school ready to read! This storytime includes books, rhymes, and literacy activities that emphasize alphabet and letter recognition plus activities that support independence and confidence building. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Registration is required.
Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with a caregiver. Registration is required. Because this class starts […]
Community: City of Hampton enjoy stories, songs, and activities designed for infants and toddlers ages 0-2 years.siblings of all ages are always welcome! daycare groups should call ahead to discuss interest.
Preschool Storytime is a storytime program designed for preschoolers aged 3 to 5 and their caregivers, featuring stories, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and other activities. Space is limited; pick up a free ticket at the Youth Services desk starting 30 minutes […]
Help build early language skills as your child moves from crawling to walking. Storytimes include rhymes, books, and hands-on activities to build pre-reading and large motor skills. Ages 12-23 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
An early literacy-based storytime with stories, rhymes, songs and more for littles and their caregivers. Babies & Tiny Tots Storytime is geared for birth through 24 months. To view Babies & Tiny Tots Storytime virtually, please join our Baby & […]
Help prepare your child to enter school ready to read! This storytime includes books, rhymes, and literacy activities that emphasize alphabet and letter recognition plus activities that support independence and confidence building. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Registration is required.
Join us for a preschool focused skill building hour at the library. We will sing songs, read stories, practice writing, and dance. For ages 2-5 with caregivers.
Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing, and hands-on activities. Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver. Registration is required for this event. Registration will open on September 8, 2026 @ 10:00am. This event uses combined registration. If you register for this event, you […]
In this interactive storytime, we give a gentle introduction to the wonderful world of books and reading. Using a combination of books, music, and fingerplay, we set the stage for skills in early language, rhythm, and body awareness. For infants […]
Begin your little one's lifelong love of reading! Caregivers are encouraged to bounce, sing and play along to stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun!
Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with a caregiver. Registration is required.
Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, book sharing and hands-on activities with your child. Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is not required. Seating is limited. Programs that do not require registration are available on a […]
Join us for story time at Manor, Cradock, and Churchland Libraries at 10:30 am. Manor- 757-465-2916 Churchland- 757-686-2538 Cradock- 757-393-8759
Join us for story time at Manor, Cradock, and Churchland Libraries at 10:30 am. Manor- 757-465-2916 Churchland- 757-686-2538 Cradock- 757-393-8759
Join us for story time at Manor, Cradock, and Churchland Libraries at 10:30 am. Manor- 757-465-2916 Churchland- 757-686-2538 Cradock- 757-393-8759
Two-year-olds deserve a storytime made just for them! This lively, 45-minute program blends the building blocks of early literacy-reading, singing, talking, writing, and playing-into an interactive experience full of fun. Enjoy engaging books, catchy songs, and playful activities that help […]
Come visit your Newport News Barnes & Noble every Thursday at 10:30am for a weekly Storytime feature various curated stories for our littlest readers. We love Storytime so much, we decided to do it on the Weekend too!! Come in […]
Grow a happy, healthy baby one rhyme at a time! Babygarten features fun songs, movement activities, colorful toys, board books and great resources for parents.
Grow a happy, healthy baby one rhyme at a time! Babygarten features fun songs, movement activities, colorful toys, board books and great resources for parents. Babies (Ages 0-2 years)
Grow a happy, healthy baby one rhyme at a time! Babygarten features fun songs, movement activities, colorful toys, board books and great resources for parents. (Babies, Ages 0-2) Parents and caregivers don't have to get tickets for themselves (except for […]
Community: City of Hampton this program features songs, stories, and themed playtime activities for children ages 3 to 5 years old.
An early literacy-based storytime with stories, rhymes, songs and more for toddlers and preschoolers and their caregivers. Toddler & Preschool Storytime is geared for ages 2-5.
Build early language and large motor skills through rhyme, songs, baby sign, book sharing and hands-on activities. Ages 3-24 months with caregiver. Registration is not required.
Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Just 2s is for ages 2 only with a caregiver. Registration is […]
Toddler Tales is an introduction to story time for toddlers and their parent/caregiver. Registration is required for this event. Registration will open on September 8, 2026 @ 10:59am. This event uses combined registration. If you register for this event, you […]
Enjoy a small-group storytime designed to allow your babies to explore a variety of sensory experiences. Caregivers, please plan to assist your child in safely exploring the materials and activities. Ages 12-24 months. Registration is required.
Join us at Jordan-Newby in the youth art studio as we read a short story and then bring that story to life by creating a craft that goes along with the theme of the story!
Join us at Jordan-Newby in the youth art studio as we read a short story and then bring that story to life by creating a craft that goes along with the theme of the story! Age 3-5
All aboard the Blyden ship! Let's have fun with a sailing Storytime and crafts. (Preschool, ages 3-5)
Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from our selection! Ages 5-11. Registration is required.
Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from our selection! Ages 5 - 11. Registration is required.
What's better than reading a book? Eating it, of course! Enjoy a food-themed storytime where you eat a delicious dinner based on what you read about and make a craft to take home! Registration required. For families. A variety of […]