Storytimes

A printable version of the Storytimes Schedule is available here.

Stay and Play

Research shows the importance of unstructured play for children. After some storytimes (marked “Stay and Play“) we invite children and caregivers to play with our developmental toy collection. This time also provides the opportunity for grownups to socialize while they keep an eye on their little ones.

Babies
For children birth to 18 months. An interactive parent-child time.
Bennett Martin Public Library: Thursdays, 10:30–10:50 a.m.
Eiseley Branch: Mondays, 10:35–10:55 a.m.
Gere Branch: Mondays, 10:05–10:25 a.m.
Tuesdays, 10:45-11:05 a.m.
Walt Branch: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 11:00-11:20 a.m. Stay and Play for Babies, 11:20–11:45 a.m.

Toddler Time
For children ages 18-36 months. An interactive parent-child time.
Anderson Branch: Mondays, 10:30–10:50 a.m. Stay and Play 10:50-11:30 a.m.
Bethany Branch: Tuesdays, 10:30–10:50 a.m.
Eiseley Branch: Wednesdays & Thursdays, 10:35–10:55 a.m. Stay and Play, Wednesday & Thursday, 11:00–11:45 a.m.
Gere Branch: Mondays, 10:40-11:00 a.m.
Tuesdays, 9:35-9:55 a.m.
Walt Branch: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 10:15-10:35 a.m.

Preschoolers
For children ages three, four and five.
Anderson Branch: Wednesdays, 10:30-11:00 a.m.
Bethany Branch: Thursdays, 10:30-11:00 a.m.
Eiseley Branch: Tuesdays, 7:00-7:30 p.m.
Wednesdays & Thursdays, 10:30-11:00 a.m. Stay and Play, Wednesday & Thursday, 11:00–11:45 a.m.
Gere Branch: Thursdays, 10:45-11:15 a.m.
South Branch: Wednesdays, 10:30-11:00 a.m. Stay and Play, Wednesday, 11:00–11:30 a.m. 
Walt Branch: Tuesdays, 10:15-10:45 a.m. and 11:00-11:30 a.m.
Wednesdays, 10:15-10:45 a.m. and 11:00-11:30 a.m.

Families
For children birth to age five.
Bennett Martin Public Library: Friday, 10:30-11:00 a.m. Stay and Play, Friday, 11:00–11:45 a.m. 
Walt Branch: Saturdays, 10:30-11:00 a.m. Stay and Play, Saturdays, 11:00–11:45 a.m. 
Williams Branch: Thursdays, 10:30-11:00 a.m. Stay and Play, Thursday, 11:00–11:45 a.m. 

Wee Workouts
For children two to five years old. Kids move, exercise and interact while experiencing the joy of books.
Eiseley Branch
Tuesday, 10:35-10:55 a.m.

Music and Movement
For children 18 months to 5 years old and their caregivers. Dance, sing, play, wiggle and learn with our storytellers during this interactive parent-child storytime.
Gere Branch:
Tuesdays, 10:05-10:35 a.m.
Wednesdays, 10:05-10:35 a.m. and 10:45-11:15 a.m.
Thursdays, 10:05-10:35 a.m. and 6:30-7:00 p.m.
Walt Branch:
Mondays, 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Sensory Storytime
For children ages three to eight. This storytime is for children who may need a little extra attention or a more controlled environment.
Gere Branch
Saturdays, 9:15-10:00 a.m.
January 10-February 14
March 7-April 11
May 2-June 20

A printable version of the Storytimes Schedule is available here.

Stay and Play
Research shows the importance of unstructured play for children. After some storytimes (marked “Stay and Play“) we invite children and caregivers to play with our developmental toy collection. This time also provides the opportunity for grownups to socialize while they keep an eye on their little ones.

Babies
For children birth to 18 months. An interactive parent-child time.
Bennett Martin Public Library: Thursdays, 10:30–10:50 a.m. Stay and Play for Babies, 10:50–11:15 a.m.
Eiseley Branch: Mondays, 10:35–10:55 a.m.
Gere Branch: Mondays, 10:05–10:25 a.m.
Tuesdays, 10:45-11:05 a.m.
Walt Branch: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 11:00-11:20 a.m. Stay and Play for Babies, 11:20–11:45 a.m.

Toddler Time
For children ages 18-36 months. An interactive parent-child time.
Anderson Branch: Mondays, 10:30–10:50 a.m. Stay and Play 10:50-11:30 a.m.
Bethany Branch: Tuesdays, 10:30–10:50 a.m.
Eiseley Branch: Wednesdays & Thursdays, 10:35–10:55 a.m.
Gere Branch: Mondays, 10:40-11:00 a.m
Thursdays, 9:35-9:55 a.m.
Walt Branch: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 10:15-10:35 a.m.

Preschoolers
For children ages three, four and five.
Anderson Branch: Wednesdays, 10:30-11:00 a.m.
Bethany Branch: Thursdays, 10:30-11:00 a.m.
Eiseley Branch: Tuesdays, 7:00-7:30 p.m.
Wednesdays & Thursdays, 10:30-11:00 a.m.
Gere Branch: Thursdays, 10:45-11:15 a.m.
South Branch: Wednesdays, 10:30-11:00 a.m. Stay and Play, Wednesdays, 11:00–11:30 a.m. 
Walt Branch: Tuesdays, 10:15-10:45 a.m.
Wednesdays, 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Families
For children birth to age five.
Bennett Martin Public Library: Friday, 10:30-11:00 a.m. Stay and Play, Fridays, 11:00–11:45 a.m. 
Walt Branch: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 11:00-11:30 a.m.
Saturdays, 10:30-11:00 a.m. Stay and Play, Saturdays, 11:00–11:45 a.m. 
Williams Branch: Thursdays, 10:30-11:00 a.m.

Music and Movement
For children 18 months to 5 years old and their caregivers. Dance, sing, play, wiggle and learn with our storytellers during this interactive parent-child storytime.
Gere Branch:
Tuesdays, 10:05-10:35 a.m.
Wednesdays, 10:05-10:35 a.m. and 10:45-11:15 a.m.
Thursdays, 10:05-10:35 a.m. and 6:30-7:00 p.m.
Walt Branch:
Mondays, 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Sensory Storytime
For children ages three to eight. This storytime is for children who may need a little extra attention or a more controlled environment.
Gere Branch
Saturdays, 9:15-10:00 a.m.
May 2-June 20
July 11-August 1

Stroller Stories
Bring your little ones and a stroller or wagon for a guided walk through downtown Lincoln filled with stories, rhymes, and songs. We'll meet at the N Street doors on the south side of the library at 9:45 a.m. for a 20-minute walk. Afterward, stay for iced coffee, snacks, and playtime in the children's area or courtyard.
Bennett Martin Public Library
Tuesdays, 9:45-10:05 a.m. in June and July

Wee Workouts
For children two to five years old. Kids move, exercise and interact while experiencing the joy of books.
Eiseley Branch
Tuesdays, 10:35-10:55 a.m.

Splish Splash Storytimes

Join us for storytime at a City of Lincoln pool! We'll read, sing and dance together, then enjoy a half-hour of free swim time. Geared for ages five and under with their adult. This program is co-sponsored by Lincoln City Libraries and Lincoln Parks and Recreation. Children two and under must wear a swim diaper. Children five and under must be within arm's reach of a parent or guardian. And all children must be accompanied by someone 16 years of age or older.

Highlands Aquatic Center
5511 N.W. 12th St.
Friday, June 5,  10:00-10:50

Woods Pool
3200 J St.
Friday, June 12, 10:00-10:50

Belmont Pool
1201 Manatt St.
Wednesday, June 17, 6:30-7:20

Ballard Pool
3901 N. 66th St.
Friday, June 26, 10:00-10:50

Arnold Heights Pool
4000 N.W. 46th St.
Wednesday, July 1, 6:30-7:20

Star City Shores
4375 S. 33rd Ct.
Friday, July 10, 10:00-10:50

University Place Aquatic Center
2000 N. 48th St.
Friday, July 17, 10:00-10:50

Eden Pool
4400 Antelope Creek Rd.
Friday, July 24, 10:00-10:50

lrvingdale Pool
1900 Van Dorn St.
Friday, July 31, 10:00-10:50

HORA DE CUENTOS

iDisfruta de cuentos, música, juegos y movimientos creativos en inglés y español!

Exploraremos la lectura temprana a través de cantar, jugar, leer, hablar y escribir. Todos los niños son bienvenidos, y adaptamos las actividades según la edad de quienes participen.

Experience stories, creative movement, music, and more! Explore the early literacy skills of singing, playing, reading, talking, and writing in each storytime.

This storytime has an emphasis on Spanish and the program will be led bilingually! Children of all ages are welcome; storytimes will be tailored for the age of the children present.

South Branch
Saturdays, 10:30-11 a.m.
June 16 & July 11

Gere Branch
Saturdays, 10:30-11 a.m.
June 27 & July 18

Reading aloud is a great way to increase your child's chances of success at school.

It will entertain and delight them. It will strengthen the bonds between you and your child and is virtually free.

Sound too good to be true? Research has proven that this simple technique is among the most effective parenting tools.

Children who are read aloud to by parents get a head start in language and literacy skills and are more prepared to go to school.

In other words, reading that bedtime story may not only entertain and soothe your child, but it will also develop vocabulary, improve the ability to learn to read, and—perhaps most important of all—foster a lifelong love of books and reading