Library reading programs for children in April, May. Programs are listed by county, date, and age range. The directory also includes programs on reading skills development and confidence-building sessions with therapy dogs and bunnies.
MAHONING COUNTY
Family Story Time. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St., New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Stories for preschoolers, toddlers, babies, and their caregivers. 11 a.m., Saturday, April 1.
Family Story Time. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Stories for preschoolers, toddlers, babies, and their caregivers. 10 a.m., Tuesday, April 4, 18.
Gotta Move Story Time. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Features musical and movement activities. For ages 2-5 with a caregiver. 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 4, 11, 18, 25.
Baby Story Time. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Features songs, stories, and bounces. For babies up to 18 months with a caregiver. 10 a.m., Wednesday, April 5.
Baby Story Time. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Features songs, stories, and bounces. For babies up to 18 months with a caregiver. 10 a.m., Thursday, April 6, 20.
Toddler Story Time. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Features stories, songs, rhymes, and fun. For children ages 18 months to 3 years and their caregiver. 10 a.m., Thursday, April 6, 13, 20, 27.
Gotta Move Story Time. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Features musical and movement activities. For ages 2-5 with a caregiver. 11 a.m., Thursday, April 6, 13, 20, 27.
All Ages Story Time. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Features stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children of all ages and their caregivers. 2 p.m., Friday, April 7, 21.
Baby Story Time. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Features songs, stories, and bounces. For babies up to 18 months with a caregiver. 10 a.m., Tuesday, April 11, 25.
Family Story Time. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Stories for preschoolers, toddlers, babies, and their caregivers.10 a.m. Tuesday, April 11, 25.
Baby Story Time. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Features songs, stories, and bounces. For babies up to 18 months with a caregiver. 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 11.
Yoga Story Time. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Stories, songs, and rhymes combined with simple yoga poses. For children ages 3-6. Bring a yoga mat or towel. 10 a.m. Friday, April 14.
“Sense”ational Play. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 18.
ASL Club. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St, New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn American Sign Language and Deaf culture. For families and all ages. Registration is required. 6 p.m., Wednesday, April 19.
All Ages Story Time. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown 44507. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Features stories, rhymes, songs, and activities for children of all ages and their caregivers. 10:30 a.m., Monday, April 24.
All Ages Story Time – All About Money. Sebring Library, 195 W. Ohio Ave. 44672. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. 3:30 p.m., Thursday, April 20.
Reading skills
Sensory Story Time. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Join the Library for books, songs, and rhymes. Designed for children ages 3-10 with autism or other sensory processing needs and their families. For families and all ages. Registration required. Occurs in partnership with the Autism Society of Mahoning Valley. 11 a.m., Saturday, April 1.
Reading with Rhys. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St, New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Each child will be given a 15-minute reading session to read to Rhys. Hand sanitizer will be available. Registration is required. 4 p.m., Thursday, April 13, 27.
Sensory Story Time. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Join the Library for books, songs, and rhymes. Designed for children ages 3-10 with autism or other sensory processing needs and their families. For families and all ages. Registration required. Occurs in partnership with the Autism Society of Mahoning Valley. 11 a.m., Saturday, April 15.
Read with Rennie. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Boost your kid’s reading confidence by having them read to Rennie, a registered therapy dog with Furever Friends. Registrants will have 15 minutes to practice reading aloud to this non-judgmental companion. Registration is required. 4:30 p.m., Monday, April 17.
Read to Ellie. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Read to Ellie, a registered therapy dog with PAWS therapy team. Each child will be given a 15-minute reading session while spots remain. For grades 1-4. Registration is required. 6 p.m., Tuesday, April 18.
Read with Lucy Lu. Tri-Lakes Library, 13820 Mahoning Ave, North Jackson 44451. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Read with Lucy Lu the therapy dog. No registration is required; availability is on a first-come, first-served basis. 4 p.m., Tuesday, April 25.
Play, Learn, and Grow Together. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. In partnership with Easter Seals of Mahoning County, this group helps children develop skills to succeed in the classroom. For children 2.5 to 5 years old. 2:30 p.m. Thursday, April 27.
TRUMBULL COUNTY
Babytime. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl.org…. Short stories, fingerplays, and simple songs. For infants 6 to 18 months with a parent or caregiver. 10 a.m., Monday, April 3, 17, 24, and May 1, 8.
Toddler Tales. Cortland Library, 578 Lakeview Drive 44410. 330-638-6335. www.wtcpl.org…. Storytime for toddlers ages 19-35 months with a parent or caregiver. 10 a.m., Monday, April 3, 17, 24, and May 1, 8.
Preschool Storytime. Lordstown Library, 1471 Salt Springs Road 44481. 330-824-2094. www.wtcpl.org…. Stories, songs, and movement activities reinforce the development of early literacy skills. For ages 3 to 5. 1 p.m., Monday, April 3, 17, 24, and May 1, 8.
Babytime. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org…. For infants ages 6-18 months with a parent or caregiver. Short stories, fingerplays, and simple songs. Registration is requested. 10 a.m., Tuesday, April 4, and Tuesdays from April 18-May 9.
Preschool Storytime. Cortland Library, 578 Lakeview Drive 44410. 330-638-6335. www.wtcpl.org…. Stories, songs, and movement activities reinforce the development of early literacy skills. For children ages 3-5. 10 a.m., Tuesday, April 4, 18, 25 and May 2.
Storytime. McKinley Birthplace Home, 40 S. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704. www.mcklib.org…. Children ages 0–4 years and their caregivers are invited to attend in-person Storytimes to encourage a love of reading with stories, rhymes, and crafts. Each week features a different theme. Occurs in the youth programming room of the McKinley Birthplace Home. Enter through the left rear door. 2 p.m., Tuesdays, April 4, 11, 18, and 25.
Preschool Storytime. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl.org…. Stories, songs, and movement activities reinforce the development of early literacy skills. Ages 3 to 5. 10 a.m., Wednesdays, April 5, 19, 26 and May 3, 10.
Preschool Storytime. Girard Free Library, 105 E. Prospect St., Girard 44420. 330-545-2508. www.girardfreelibrary.org…. Stories, music, and movement for preschoolers and an adult caregiver. For ages 2-5. 10:30 a.m. Every Wednesday and Thursday.
Family Storytime. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org…. Features stories, games, crafts, and activities. For families with children ages 3 and up. 6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays from April 5-May 10.
Toddler Tales. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl.org…. Storytime for toddlers ages 19-35 months with a parent or caregiver. 10 a.m., Thursday, April 6, 20, 27, and May 4, 11.
Preschool Storytime. Liberty Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road 44505. 330-759-2589. www.wtcpl.org…. Stories, songs, and movement activities reinforce the development of early literacy skills. For children ages 3 to 5. 1 p.m., Thursday, April 6, 20, 27 and May 4, 11.
Baby Brilliant. Girard Free Library, 105 E. Prospect St., Girard 44420. 330-545-2508. www.girardfreelibrary.org…. Infants and their adult caregivers experience early sights and sounds through books and music. 10 a.m. every first and third Friday (April 7, 21, May 5, 19).
Preschool Storytime. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org…. Stories, songs, and movement activities reinforce the development of early literacy skills. Ages 3-5. 11 a.m., Friday, April 7 and April 21-May 5.
Saturday Storytime. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl.org…. Children 6 months to 6 years are invited for stories, songs, movement, and more. 10 a.m., Saturday, April 8, and May 6.
Family Storytime. Cortland Library, 578 Lakeview Drive 44410. 330-638-6335. www.wtcpl.org…. Features stories and activities for families with children ages 3-8. 6 p.m., Thursday, April 27.
Reading skills
Pups and Pages. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org…. Children in grades K to 6 may sign up for 15-minute sessions to read aloud to a registered therapy dog from PAWS Therapy Team. Registration is required. April 3.
Read to SomeBunny. Howland Library, 9095 East Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl.org…. Children in grades K to 6 can sign up to read aloud to registered and certified Bunnies in Baskets (therapy rabbits) for 15-minute sessions. Rabbits are provided by F5RS (Frisky Ferrets, Fuzzies, and Feather Friends Rescue and Sanctuary). Registration is required. 6-7:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 4.
Read to SomeBunny. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org…. Children in grades K to 6 can sign up to read aloud to registered and certified Bunnies in Baskets (therapy rabbits) for 15-minute sessions. Rabbits are provided by F5RS (Frisky Ferrets, Fuzzies, and Feather Friends Rescue and Sanctuary). Registration is required. 6-7:30 p.m., Monday, May 1.
Pups and Pages. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl.org…. Children in grades K-6 may sign up for 15-minute sessions to read aloud to a registered therapy dog from PAWS Therapy Team. Registration is required. 6-7:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 2.
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