All ages with an adult

Stories and songs with a ukulele-playing librarian.

Ages 4-5

Children ages 4 and 5 years old can join us for 45-minutes of fun. Each week we will read different themed stories, sing and dance to songs, and do an activity. Children attend this program independently.

Each week participants will explore the natural world through science. Activities will include having a snack, listening to books, completing science experiments, making art projects, and more. Participants in kindergarten - 2nd grade are welcome to attend. Weekly registration is required. Registration for each meeting opens one week in advance. 

Sponsored by the Kent Rotary, the story time room is transformed in the middle of the week once story times have concluded to provide early learning experiences, socialization and imaginative play for young children through a rotating collection of educational toys. The Early Literacy Center is for children ages 5 and under with an adult. Our playroom is open for play from Wednesday afternoon through Sunday and no registration is required.

Enjoy a midweek story time filled with books, songs, and more for children of all ages with a favorite adult. Registration is required and begins one week in advance of each meeting.

Grades 5-12
Join us for some tabletop questing. Each week, players will get a chance to play a new one-shot and even try their hand at being the dungeon master. Players will also have the chance to workshop new characters and campaigns; new and beginner players welcome. Sign up each week for one or both sessions.

Are you a serious artist?  Maybe you have never picked up a drawing pencil. Either way, come explore and develop your artistic talents at the library.  Each one-hour session will begin with a prompt and end with a masterpiece. All art materials provided by the library. For kids in grades 1 - 6. Registration is required and begins one week in advance of each meeting. 

Grades 6-10

Join us to explore the artistry of different tarot and oracle decks and learn how to use the cards for self-reflection, meditation, creativity, and critical thinking exercises. Previous experience with tarot cards not required.

Sponsored by the Kent Rotary, the story time room is transformed in the middle of the week once story times have concluded to provide early learning experiences, socialization and imaginative play for young children through a rotating collection of educational toys. The Early Literacy Center is for children ages 5 and under with an adult. Our playroom is open for play from Wednesday afternoon through Sunday and no registration is required.

Join us this spring and learn how to knit on a loom. Looms, tools, and yarn will be provided to participants. Participants in grades 2 - 8 can come each week and progress through projects together. No experience is required. Any knitters/crocheters in grades 2 – 8 that want to bring a project from home to work on with the group are welcome to join as well.  

Calling all tweens in grades 3-5! Join us weekly for a variety of fun and creative activities including art, crafts, games and more. This Thursday, registrants will create necklaces, bracelets, keychains, and more using various types of beads. 

Sponsored by the Kent Rotary, the story time room is transformed in the middle of the week once story times have concluded to provide early learning experiences, socialization and imaginative play for young children through a rotating collection of educational toys. The Early Literacy Center is for children ages 5 and under with an adult. Our playroom is open for play from Wednesday afternoon through Sunday and no registration is required.

Books and songs for children of all ages with a favorite adult.

Preschool - Grade 8
Preschoolers through 8th graders are invited to join us for creative construction featuring Legos©.

Sponsored by the Kent Rotary, the story time room is transformed in the middle of the week once story times have concluded to provide early learning experiences, socialization and imaginative play for young children through a rotating collection of educational toys. The Early Literacy Center is for children ages 5 and under with an adult. Our playroom is open for play from Wednesday afternoon through Sunday and no registration is required.

A playtime specifically for the smallest littles (0 months - 3 years). Kids and caregivers can drop in anytime between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM to explore toys, simple art, listen to music, and meet new friends. Kids must be accompanied by a grown-up. Registration is required and begins one week in advance of the playdate. 

Sponsored by the Kent Rotary, the story time room is transformed in the middle of the week once story times have concluded to provide early learning experiences, socialization and imaginative play for young children through a rotating collection of educational toys. The Early Literacy Center is for children ages 5 and under with an adult. Our playroom is open for play from Wednesday afternoon through Sunday and no registration is required.

Books, songs and finger plays for 2 & 3-year-old children with a favorite adult. Weekly registration is required. Registration for each story time opens one week in advance. 

A story time specifically designed for children 0 – 23 months with a favorite adult. Weekly registration is required. Registration for each meeting opens one week in advance.