Drop-in storytimes are a parent's best friend. Free entertainment; a motivation to get out of the house; and exposure to books and stories you might not otherwise know about.
Relax a little while someone else tells your child a nice story with all the voices. Here's a round-up of upcoming free storytimes in the East Bay.
Monday, July 22, 2019
Baby Lapsit Storytime
Location: North Branch | Berkeley Public Library – 1170 The Alameda Berkeley
Baby Lapsit Storytime is for babies and toddlers ages six months to 35 months. Read stories, sing songs and do fingerplays, tickles and bounces. Each 20 minute session is followed by a Stay 'n' Play.
Time: 10:15 am - 10:35 am
Cost: FREE
Sponsor
Baby Tickle Time
Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch | Berkeley Public Library – 1901 Russell Street Berkeley
Join for lapjogs, songs, books and music just for pre-walking babies! This program is followed by an open playtime with toys and manipulatives.
Time: 11:00 am - 11:45 am
Cost: FREE
Storytime
Location: El Cerrito Library – 6510 Stockton Ave El Cerrito
Join for stories, songs, and fun! All children are welcome at this free program.
Time: 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Cost: FREE
Tuesday, July 23, 2019
Baby/Toddler Story Time
Sponsor
Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch | Berkeley Public Library – 1901 Russell Street Berkeley
Join to discover the joy of books and language in this highly participatory program of books, songs, finger plays, friendly puppets and movement activities. This 25-minute program is followed by a 30-minute open play time with toys, puppets and manipulatives. Please note: This is a participatory lapsit-style program for babies,…
Time: 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Cost: FREE
Story Time with Muriel
Location: Bayfair Center – 15555 East 14th Street San Leandro
Bayfair's Story Time with Muriel is held every Tuesday from 11am to 12pm. This interactive hour of fun includes singing, educational activities, stories and a craft! All children 12 and under with parent/guardian are invited! Located by the circle at Entry 1 (near Macy's, Ulta & DSW). It's fun. It's…
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: FREE
Tot Tuesdays - Storytime, Music & Dance
Location: Alameda South Shore Center, Adventure Court – 523 South Shore Center West Alameda
Enjoy the FREE 1 hour session every Tuesday, June 11th through August 13th. Story time, dance, and music hosted by Alameda's Dance 10 Performing Arts Center! Fun interactive activities for toddlers, ages 1 (walking) to 3 years olds. Meet by Adventure Court.
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: FREE
Baby and Toddler Story Time
Location: Central Library | Berkeley Public Library – 2090 Kittredge Berkeley
Join us for stories, rhymes and music. Have a fun time together with your little one at story time. Come early or stay later to play in our special area with toys. Bring the latest books home! Berkeley Public Library, Central Library - Children's Room, 4th Floor
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Cost: Free
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Location: Central Library | Berkeley Public Library – 2090 Kittredge Berkeley
Join us for stories, rhymes and music. Have a fun time together with your little one at story time. Come early or stay later to play in our special area with toys. Bring the latest books home! Berkeley Public Library, Central Library - Children's Room, 4th Floor
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Cost: Free
Family Storytime
Location: Kensington Library – 61 Arlington Ave Kensington
Picture books, songs, rhymes, and fun! Stuffed animals and pajamas welcome!
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Cost: FREE
Family Storytime
Location: Bay Farm Branch | Alameda Free Library – 3221 Mecartney Road Alameda
With stories, songs and fingerplays suitable for children of all ages, this story time is perfect for the whole family.
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cost: FREE
[Photo: Berkeley Public Library R. Friedman]
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