Early literacy-rich storytimes are fun ways for families to help their babies, toddlers, and preschoolers develop the skills that will prepare them for kindergarten success. No registration is required for these free 20-30 minute programs.

Space is limited. Pick up storytime tickets at the Floor 2 Ask Here Desk 15 minutes prior to the beginning of each storytime.

Storytime Schedule:

Family Story Time (Russian, All Ages)
Время Сказки (на русском)
11 a.m. monthly, 1st Saturday, Story Room A
Присоединяйтесь к нам на ежемесячный время историй рассказов для юных слушателей и их взрослых в исполнении Лолы Бурковской на русском языке.
Join us for a monthly storytime featuring stories for young listeners and their grownups performed in Russian by Lola Burkovskaya.

Preschool Storytime (1st Friday is ASL Interpreted)
10:15 a.m. Wednesdays, Fridays, Story Room A
Interactive stories, songs, and movement for children ages 2½ to 6 and their grownups.

Infant/Toddler Storytime
11 a.m. Wednesdays, Fridays, Story Room A
This storytime is just right for babies through toddlers age 2½ to enjoy with their grownups. 

Sensory Storytime
4 p.m. monthly, 1st & 3rd Thursday, Story Room A
This storytime is particularly beneficial for children with sensory processing sensitivities. Offers a welcoming, inclusive, and adaptive storytime experience for children and their families emphasizing interaction and movement in a relaxing and calming environment.

Hora de Cuentos en Español
4 p.m. primer y tercer miércoles, Salón de cuentos A
Se invita a las familias a unirse al personal de Servicios para Jóvenes para una media hora de cuentos en español. Compartir historias, canciones y rimas es una excelente manera para que los niños pequeños desarrollen las habilidades de alfabetización temprana que los prepararán para tener éxito en el jardín de infantes. Recomendado para niños de 0 a 6 años.

We also offer families areas for unstructured play and learning:

Tiny Tots Play Spot
10 a.m.-12 p.m. Tuesdays - Saturdays in Story Room B
Open play time with interactive toys and board books for babies through toddlers age 2½ and their grownups.

Discovery Room (learn more)
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday & Saturday
Children experience learning as play in a creative and collaborative hands-on learning space designed for children with their adult caregivers.

ADA Statement and Service Accessibility

These are open, public meetings at an accessible location. Special accommodations are available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Services may be requested for sign language interpretation or languages other than English. To request accommodations or services, please call Library Administration at 503-588-6315 (711 for relay service) at least two business days prior to the meeting.

Declaracionde Personas con Discapacidades (ADA, siglas en ingles) y Accesibilidad al Servicio

Estas son juntas publicas y abiertas en una ubicacion accesible. Alojamientos especiales son disponibles, a pedir, para personas con discapacidades. Servicios pueden ser solicitados para interpretacion del lenguajes de señas u otros lenguajes aparte de ingles. Para solicitar alojamientos o servicios, por favor llame a la Administración de la Biblioteca por 503-588-6315 (711 por servicio de retransmisión) al menos dos días laborables antes de la reunión.