Preschool Storytimes
Toddler Time
Elementary Storytimes
Storytimes for Families

Preschool Storytimes

Preschool Storytime is for children ages 3, 4 and 5. To ensure a quality Storytime for them, interruptions and distractions, such as younger children in the room, should be minimized.

Preschool Storytime supports early literacy by offering:

• Vocabulary development
• Experiences with a variety of literature
• Children's participation in language-related activities

Storytimes are held at the following times and locations:

Bennett Martin Library
136 S. 14^th Street
(402) 441-8566
Tuesdays, 10:15 AM
Thursdays, 10:15 AM
No preschool storytime January 1 through January 14.
No preschool storytime May 20 through May 29.

Anderson Branch Library
3635 Touzalin Avenue
(402) 441-8540
Tuesdays, 10:30 AM

Arnold Heights Branch Library
3815 NW 54^th Street
(402) 441-8580
Thursdays, 7:00 PM

Bethany Branch Library
1810 North Cotner Blvd.
(402) 441-8550
Thursdays, 7:00 p.m

Eiseley Branch Library
1530 Superior Street
(402) 441-4250
Tuesdays, 7:00 PM
Wednesdays, 10:30 AM
Thursdays, 10:30 AM

Gere Branch Library
2400 S. 56^th Street
(402) 441-8560
Tuesdays, 10:30 AM
Thursdays, 10:30 AM

South Branch Library
2675 South Street
(402) 441-8570
Wednesdays, 10:30 AM and 2:00 PM
No preschool storytime in May.

Walt Branch Library
6701 S. 14^th Street
(402) 441-4460
Tuesdays, 10:30 AM
Wednesdays, 10:30 AM
No preschool storytime in May

Fire Fighters Visit Libraries!

Firefighters with Lincoln Fire and Rescue will be special guest readers at preschool storytimes at Lincoln City Libraries throughout 2008.

Deputy Fire Chief, Jeanne Pashalek says, "A large part of our job is the interactions we have with the community at various levels, not just emergency services. We take pride in our commitment to public education and this is just an example of how we can reach out and impact people of all ages in the community.  We are looking forward to the opportunity to read to the preschoolers at our local libraries."

In honor of the firefighters' visits, the preschool storytime will feature a firefighter theme, followed by a trip outside for children to see a fire truck up close.

The schedule of visits, March through June is:

Thursday, March 20, 7:00 p.m. Arnold Heights Branch Library 3815 NW 54th St. 441-8580 Tuesday, March 25, 10:30 a.m. Anderson Branch Library 3835  Touzalin Ave. 441-8540 Tuesday, April 1, 10:15 a.m. Bennett Martin Public Library 136 S. 14th St. 441-8566 Thursday, April 10, 7:00 p.m. Bethany Branch Library 1810 N. Cotner Blvd. 441-8550 Tuesday, May 6, 7:00 p.m. Eiseley Branch Library 1530 Superior St. 441-4250 Thursday, May 22, 10:30 a.m. Gere Branch Library 2400 S. 56th St. 441-8560 Tuesday, June 3, 10:30 a.m. Walt Branch Library 6701 S. 14th St. 441-4460 Tuesday, June 10, 2:00 p.m. South Branch Library 2675 South St. 441-8570

Here is a slideshow of photos taken at firefighter storytimes at various Lincoln City Libraries. Start slideshow; the pictures change every five seconds.

Toddler Time

Lincoln City Libraries invites parents and their children ages 18 to 36 months to participate in Toddler Time! Parents and children attend together, to enjoy some reading aloud, singing, playing, and dancing - together! It's a great way to enjoy library time with other children and adults.

Toddler time is available at these locations:

Anderson Branch Library
3635 Touzalin Avenue
(402) 441-8540
Mondays, 10:30 AM

Eiseley Branch Library
1530 Superior Street
(402) 441-4250
Wednesdays, 10:35 to 10:55 AM
Thursdays, 10:35 to 10:55 AM

Gere Branch Library
2400 S. 56^th Street
(402) 441-8560
Tuesdays, 10:35 to 10:55 AM
Thursdays, 10:35 to 10:55 AM

Walt Branch Library
6701 S. 14^th Street
(402) 441-4460
Tuesdays, 10:30 AM
Wednesdays, 10:30 AM
No Toddler Time in May.

 

Elementary Storytimes at Arnold Heights Library are held each Monday. The library’s a great place to have fun! Arnold Heights Branch Library presents special storytimes for elementary-aged children. These storytimes will include books and related activities free of charge to those who attend. No pre-registration is necessary.

Arnold Heights Branch Library
3815 NW 54^th Street
(402) 441-8580

Mondays, 4:00 PM
 

Family Nights at Gere and Walt Branch Libraries

Family Nights are held at Gere Branch Library the third Thursday of each month, and at Walt Branch Library the second Tuesday of each month. They feature a 7:00 PM storytime intended for children ages 3 to 6, with the whole family encouraged to attend together.  Make-and-take crafts will be available from 6:30 to 8:00 PM

Gere Branch Library
2400 S. 56^th Street
(402) 441-8560
January 17 - “Winter Time”
February 21 - “Love & Kisses”
March 20 - “Jammie Jamboree”
April 17 - “Spring Has Sprung”
May 15- “Creepy Crawlies”

Walt Branch Library
6701 S. 14^th St.
(402) 441-4460
January 8 - “Woof and Wag”
February 12 - “Meow and Squeak”
March 11 - “Ribbit, Ribbit, Hop”
April 8 - “Let's Make Some Noise!”
May 13 - “What's Big and Red and Goes Whoo-ooo?”