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Smokey Bear's Reading Challenge

All Day 12/15 - 2/15
Virtual
Program Type:
Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Help Smokey celebrate his birthday by learning how to prevent wildfires and help the environment. Read 3 books and earn 4 badges to complete the challenge! 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Reading Challenge
Event Details:

Help Smokey celebrate his birthday by learning how to prevent wildfires and help the environment. Read 3 books and earn 4 badges to complete the challenge! 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

At a Glance:
For ages 3–5 and their caregivers, this storytime includes longer stories, songs, and creative activities that build school readiness. Meets the first and third Thursday of each month.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

At a Glance:
For ages 3–5 and their caregivers, this storytime includes longer stories, songs, and creative activities that build school readiness. Meets the first and third Thursday of each month.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Toddler Storytime

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

At a Glance:
Wiggles welcome! Designed for ages 18–35 months, this interactive storytime features short stories, songs, and movement. Meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

At a Glance:
Wiggles welcome! Designed for ages 18–35 months, this interactive storytime features short stories, songs, and movement. Meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group

Paws to Read

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Room 1 at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Join us for Paws to Read, a fun and engaging program where children can read aloud to a friendly dog for 5 to 10 minutes. Upon arrival, readers can pick up a ticket that corresponds to the dog they wish to read to.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Room 1
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join us for Paws to Read, a fun and engaging program where children can read aloud to a friendly dog for 5 to 10 minutes. Upon arrival, readers can pick up a ticket that corresponds to the dog they wish to read to.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

It's Storytime @ The Centre

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
The Storybook Room at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Come join us for stories, games and crafts at the Centre Branch!

Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month for ages 0-3!

Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Storybook Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Come join us for stories, games and crafts at the Centre Branch!

Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month for ages 0-3!

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Preschool Playgroup

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

At a Glance:

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Other
Registration Available
Event Details:

At a Glance:

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Poplar Hill Storytime

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Special Events, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Enjoy stories, songs, and themed activities at Poplar Hill Mansion!
Families can discover history and creativity together in this engaging storytime—plus, take home a special activity to keep the fun going.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Special Events, Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy stories, songs, and themed activities at Poplar Hill Mansion!
Families can discover history and creativity together in this engaging storytime—plus, take home a special activity to keep the fun going.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

At a Glance:
For ages 3–5 and their caregivers, this storytime includes longer stories, songs, and creative activities that build school readiness. Meets the first and third Thursday of each month.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

At a Glance:
For ages 3–5 and their caregivers, this storytime includes longer stories, songs, and creative activities that build school readiness. Meets the first and third Thursday of each month.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Toddler Storytime

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

At a Glance:
Wiggles welcome! Designed for ages 18–35 months, this interactive storytime features short stories, songs, and movement. Meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

At a Glance:
Wiggles welcome! Designed for ages 18–35 months, this interactive storytime features short stories, songs, and movement. Meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group

Paws to Read

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Room 1 at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Join us for Paws to Read, a fun and engaging program where children can read aloud to a friendly dog for 5 to 10 minutes. Upon arrival, readers can pick up a ticket that corresponds to the dog they wish to read to.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Room 1
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join us for Paws to Read, a fun and engaging program where children can read aloud to a friendly dog for 5 to 10 minutes. Upon arrival, readers can pick up a ticket that corresponds to the dog they wish to read to.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

It's Storytime @ The Centre

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
The Storybook Room at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Come join us for stories, games and crafts at the Centre Branch!

Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month for ages 0-3!

Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Storybook Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Come join us for stories, games and crafts at the Centre Branch!

Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month for ages 0-3!

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Preschool Playgroup

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

At a Glance:

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Other
Registration Available
Event Details:

At a Glance:

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Baby & Me Storytime

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

At a Glance:
A gentle, sensory-rich storytime for babies birth-18 months and their caregivers, with songs, rhymes, and simple stories. Meets the first and third Monday of each month.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

At a Glance:
A gentle, sensory-rich storytime for babies birth-18 months and their caregivers, with songs, rhymes, and simple stories. Meets the first and third Monday of each month.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

At a Glance:
For ages 3-5 and their caregivers, this storytime includes longer stories, songs, and creative activities that build school readiness. Meets the first and third Thursday of each month.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

At a Glance:
For ages 3-5 and their caregivers, this storytime includes longer stories, songs, and creative activities that build school readiness. Meets the first and third Thursday of each month.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Toddler Storytime

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

At a Glance:
Wiggles welcome! Designed for ages 18-35 months, this interactive storytime features short stories, songs, and movement. Meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

At a Glance:
Wiggles welcome! Designed for ages 18-35 months, this interactive storytime features short stories, songs, and movement. Meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group

Paws to Read

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Game Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Join us for Paws to Read, a fun and engaging program where children can read aloud to a friendly dog for 5 to 10 minutes. Upon arrival, readers can pick up a ticket that corresponds to the dog they wish to read to.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Teen Game Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join us for Paws to Read, a fun and engaging program where children can read aloud to a friendly dog for 5 to 10 minutes. Upon arrival, readers can pick up a ticket that corresponds to the dog they wish to read to.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Storytime with Ms. Tiffany

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Each week, the library will host a 45-minute-long storytime that will include read-alouds, songs, and a craft. A different theme will be highlighted each week, and books, songs, and crafts will correspond with each theme.

Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Each week, the library will host a 45-minute-long storytime that will include read-alouds, songs, and a craft. A different theme will be highlighted each week, and books, songs, and crafts will correspond with each theme.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group

PokéClub

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Games
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18

Calling all young Pokémon Trainers! Join us for PokéClub, an official Pokémon Club program offered in partnership with the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC).

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM, Games
Event Details:

Calling all young Pokémon Trainers! Join us for PokéClub, an official Pokémon Club program offered in partnership with the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC).

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Baby & Me Storytime

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

At a Glance:
A gentle, sensory-rich storytime for babies birth-18 months and their caregivers, with songs, rhymes, and simple stories. Meets the first and third Monday of each month.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

At a Glance:
A gentle, sensory-rich storytime for babies birth-18 months and their caregivers, with songs, rhymes, and simple stories. Meets the first and third Monday of each month.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Storytime with Ms. Tiffany

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Each week, the library will host a 45-minute-long storytime that will include read-alouds, songs, and a craft. A different theme will be highlighted each week, and books, songs, and crafts will correspond with each theme.

Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Each week, the library will host a 45-minute-long storytime that will include read-alouds, songs, and a craft. A different theme will be highlighted each week, and books, songs, and crafts will correspond with each theme.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

At a Glance:
For ages 3-5 and their caregivers, this storytime includes longer stories, songs, and creative activities that build school readiness. Meets the first and third Thursday of each month.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

At a Glance:
For ages 3-5 and their caregivers, this storytime includes longer stories, songs, and creative activities that build school readiness. Meets the first and third Thursday of each month.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Saturday Storytime (for Preschoolers!)

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

At a Glance:
For ages 3-5 and their caregivers, this weekend storytime features the same stories, songs, and activities as our weekday Preschool Storytime. Meets once a month on Saturdays from 11 AM-12 PM.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

At a Glance:
For ages 3-5 and their caregivers, this weekend storytime features the same stories, songs, and activities as our weekday Preschool Storytime. Meets once a month on Saturdays from 11 AM-12 PM.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Toddler Storytime

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

At a Glance:
Wiggles welcome! Designed for ages 18-35 months, this interactive storytime features short stories, songs, and movement. Meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

At a Glance:
Wiggles welcome! Designed for ages 18-35 months, this interactive storytime features short stories, songs, and movement. Meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group

Paws to Read

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Game Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Join us for Paws to Read, a fun and engaging program where children can read aloud to a friendly dog for 5 to 10 minutes. Upon arrival, readers can pick up a ticket that corresponds to the dog they wish to read to.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Teen Game Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join us for Paws to Read, a fun and engaging program where children can read aloud to a friendly dog for 5 to 10 minutes. Upon arrival, readers can pick up a ticket that corresponds to the dog they wish to read to.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.