Children's Programs are open to Wayne residents only.
Register online from the Events Calendar by clicking on the date of the program and title of the event. if it's virtual, you will be sent an invite.
**Programs are open to Wayne residents only, unless otherwise noted and are held either virtually or at Wayne Public Library. Registration can be done online at waynepubliclibrary.org beginning at 7:00 AM on the registration date. Note: If you are unable to attend a program, please kindly call the library in advance. This will allow others on the waiting list to attend and will prevent waste of materials. Thank you!
Fall Story Times 2024 - (Wayne Residents Only) - View the flyer
WAYNE RESIDENTS ONLY
Register online beginning Monday, September 9th @ 7:00 AM. The fall session will run for 9 weeks & ends the week of November 18th .
*CHILD CAN BE REGISTERED FOR ONLY 1 CLASS.*
Story Time for All Ages (Indoor) begins Wednesday, September 25th Wednesdays @ 10:45 AM
This class will feature stories and songs adapted for children of all ages.
Itsy Bitsy Story Time (Indoor) begins Tuesday, September 24th or Wednesday, September 25th
Tuesdays @ 10:00 AM OR
Wednesdays @ 10:00 AM
Fun for you and your baby/toddler with songs, lap bounces, rhymes, puppets, stories & more.
For babies and toddlers 6 months to 23 months.
Story Time for 2s (Indoor) begins Tuesday, September 24th or Thursday, September 26th
Tuesdays @ 11:00 AM
OR Thursdays @ 10:00 AM
This story time session is for children who have outgrown Itsy Bitsy, but are not yet ready for the 3 & up class. We will take elements from both Itsy Bitsy and our 3 & up class to create a special class just for twos!
For children age 2.
Story Time for 3s, 4s & 5s (Indoor) begins Monday, September 23th or Thursday, September 26th
Mondays @ 10:30 AM OR Thursdays @ 1:15 PM
This class features longer stories, songs, flannels, guessing games, finger plays and more!
For children ages 3, 4, & 5.
Story Time at Shai Shacknai Memorial Park begins Wednesday, October 2nd
Wednesdays @ 4:00 PM
Stop by Shai Shacknai Memorial Park after school on Wednesdays for stories & songs. Shai Shacknai Park is located at 55 Greenrale Avenue in Wayne. No registration is necessary.
If you are unsure about the weather, please give us a call to see if class has been cancelled.
For children of all ages.
*SPECIAL PLAYTIME*
Free Play Fridays in the Children’s Room *NOT A STRUCTURED STORY TIME* playtime is ongoing
Free Play Fridays is a special, unstructured play time for babies and toddlers. The Story Time Room will be open with toys and books provided by the library. Or hang out in the new play area. Drop in anytime between 9:30-11:30 on Fridays. Your little one will get to know other little ones! No sign up is necessary.
For babies & toddlers through 3 years old with an adult.
WAYNE RESIDENTS ONLY
Register online beginning Monday, September 9th @ 7:00 AM. The fall session will run for 9 weeks & ends the week of November 18th .
CHILD CAN BE REGISTERED FOR ONLY 1 CLASS.
WAYNE RESIDENTS ONLY
Register online beginning Monday, September 9th @ 7:00 AM. The fall session will run for 9 weeks & ends the week of November 18th .
*CHILD CAN BE REGISTERED FOR ONLY 1 CLASS.*
Story Time for All Ages (Indoor) begins Wednesday, September 25th Wednesdays @ 10:45 AM
This class will feature stories and songs adapted for children of all ages.
Itsy Bitsy Story Time (Indoor) begins Tuesday, September 24th or Wednesday, September 25th
Tuesdays @ 10:00 AM OR
Wednesdays @ 10:00 AM
Fun for you and your baby/toddler with songs, lap bounces, rhymes, puppets, stories & more.
For babies and toddlers 6 months to 23 months.
Story Time for 2s (Indoor) begins Tuesday, September 24th or Thursday, September 26th
Tuesdays @ 11:00 AM
OR Thursdays @ 10:00 AM
This story time session is for children who have outgrown Itsy Bitsy, but are not yet ready for the 3 & up class. We will take elements from both Itsy Bitsy and our 3 & up class to create a special class just for twos!
For children age 2.
Story Time for 3s, 4s & 5s (Indoor) begins Monday, September 23th or Thursday, September 26th
Mondays @ 10:30 AM OR Thursdays @ 1:15 PM
This class features longer stories, songs, flannels, guessing games, finger plays and more!
For children ages 3, 4, & 5.
Story Time at Shai Shacknai Memorial Park begins Wednesday, October 2nd
Wednesdays @ 4:00 PM
Stop by Shai Shacknai Memorial Park after school on Wednesdays for stories & songs. Shai Shacknai Park is located at 55 Greenrale Avenue in Wayne. No registration is necessary.
If you are unsure about the weather, please give us a call to see if class has been cancelled.
For children of all ages.
*SPECIAL PLAYTIME*
Free Play Fridays in the Children’s Room *NOT A STRUCTURED STORY TIME* playtime is ongoing
Free Play Fridays is a special, unstructured play time for babies and toddlers. The Story Time Room will be open with toys and books provided by the library. Or hang out in the new play area. Drop in anytime between 9:30-11:30 on Fridays. Your little one will get to know other little ones! No sign up is necessary.
For babies & toddlers through 3 years old with an adult.
WAYNE RESIDENTS ONLY
Register online beginning Monday, September 9th @ 7:00 AM. The fall session will run for 9 weeks & ends the week of November 18th .
CHILD CAN BE REGISTERED FOR ONLY 1 CLASS.
Knit & Nosh
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Let's get together and learn how to knit. We welcome beginner knitters!
Open to Wayne children in 3rd grade & up.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Let's get together and learn how to knit. We welcome beginner knitters!
Open to Wayne children in 3rd grade & up.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Numerical Wonders
Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
An interactive hands-on "math and measurement" program oriented in understanding and applying basic units of measurement.
Open to Wayne children ages 7 - 9.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
An interactive hands-on "math and measurement" program oriented in understanding and applying basic units of measurement.
Open to Wayne children ages 7 - 9.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Knit With Nat (Not a Beginner's Class)
Monday, September, 9, 2024 at 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Start a knitting project or continue on your knitting project with Ms. Natalie.
Open to Wayne children in 3rd grade & up.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Monday, September, 9, 2024 at 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Start a knitting project or continue on your knitting project with Ms. Natalie.
Open to Wayne children in 3rd grade & up.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Fun Fall Craft (Ages 3-5)
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Come join us for an exciting fall craft.
Open to Wayne children ages 3 - 5.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Come join us for an exciting fall craft.
Open to Wayne children ages 3 - 5.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Little Spanish Scholars: Bilingual Storytime
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Little Spanish Scholars presents a fun and interactive Spanish Storytime.
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 5.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Little Spanish Scholars presents a fun and interactive Spanish Storytime.
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 5.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Yoga for Kids
Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Kelly from Kidding Around Yoga will be hosting Yoga for Kid!
Open to Wayne children ages 2 & up. Space is limited. Please bring a mat or a towel!
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Kelly from Kidding Around Yoga will be hosting Yoga for Kid!
Open to Wayne children ages 2 & up. Space is limited. Please bring a mat or a towel!
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Read to a Dog
Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Come join us and bring your own book to read to a therapy dog!
Open to Wayne children ages 5 - 10.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Come join us and bring your own book to read to a therapy dog!
Open to Wayne children ages 5 - 10.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Books & Brushes Story Time & Art Program with Miss Melissa
Friday, September 13, 2024 at 10:00 - 10:30 AM OR 11:00 - 11:30 AM
Join Miss Melissa for a fun story time and painting class.
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 4. Children can only be registered for 1 class, either the 10 or 11.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Friday, September 13, 2024 at 10:00 - 10:30 AM OR 11:00 - 11:30 AM
Join Miss Melissa for a fun story time and painting class.
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 4. Children can only be registered for 1 class, either the 10 or 11.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Touch-A-Truck: Farmer's Market Event
Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Wayne Farmers' Market
Look inside & explore some of the coolest vehicles including: Passaic County Sheriff's Community Policing, Bom Squad, Mounted and Motorcycles.
No registration is needed.
Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Wayne Farmers' Market
Look inside & explore some of the coolest vehicles including: Passaic County Sheriff's Community Policing, Bom Squad, Mounted and Motorcycles.
No registration is needed.
Around the Kitchen Table: What do I put in my Kid's Lunchbox?
presented by Kristen Eannetta
Saturday, September 14, 2024 @ 1:00 PM
Library Meeting Room A/B
Come and learn about hidden ingredients in food targeted for kids, Effects of hidden ingredients on the body and as it relates to performance in school. You will also learn about terrific swaps for your child's lunch!
Registration is now open, please register on the library calendar to attend.
presented by Kristen Eannetta
Saturday, September 14, 2024 @ 1:00 PM
Library Meeting Room A/B
Come and learn about hidden ingredients in food targeted for kids, Effects of hidden ingredients on the body and as it relates to performance in school. You will also learn about terrific swaps for your child's lunch!
Registration is now open, please register on the library calendar to attend.
Pokémon Meet Up!
Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 12:00 - 2:00 PM
Mr. Dan, Pokémon expert, will be on hand to assist children at the meet-up! *You can drop in or stay during the program hours.*
Open to Wayne children ages 7 & up.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 12:00 - 2:00 PM
Mr. Dan, Pokémon expert, will be on hand to assist children at the meet-up! *You can drop in or stay during the program hours.*
Open to Wayne children ages 7 & up.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Melody Mom Music & Fun
Monday, September 16, 2024 at 10:30 - 11:15 AM
Join us for interactive songs and movements with Miss Melody Mom.
Open to Wayne children ages 2 & up.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Monday, September 16, 2024 at 10:30 - 11:15 AM
Join us for interactive songs and movements with Miss Melody Mom.
Open to Wayne children ages 2 & up.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Wildlife Wonders Story & Activity
Monday, September 16, 2024 at 4:15 - 5:00 PM
Let's explore the ocean and learn about ways to keep these beautiful natural wonders clean.
Open to Wayne children in grades 1st - 3rd.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Monday, September 16, 2024 at 4:15 - 5:00 PM
Let's explore the ocean and learn about ways to keep these beautiful natural wonders clean.
Open to Wayne children in grades 1st - 3rd.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Boogie Woogie Babies
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Come get your Boogie Woogie on!
Open to Wayne children ages 6 months - 5 years old.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Come get your Boogie Woogie on!
Open to Wayne children ages 6 months - 5 years old.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
3D Drawing! (Ages 8-10)
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM OR
Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Join us for some cool #D drawings with Miss Medha!
Open to Wayne children ages 8 -10. Please register for one session!
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM OR
Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Join us for some cool #D drawings with Miss Medha!
Open to Wayne children ages 8 -10. Please register for one session!
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Young Engineers STEM class
Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Join us for an exciting STEM class.
Open to Wayne children ages 6 -9.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Join us for an exciting STEM class.
Open to Wayne children ages 6 -9.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Fall Grab & Go Craft
This craft includes a word search and coloring page. Pick up begins September 20, 2024 at 9:00 AM. You have until Friday, September 27, by 5:00 PM to collect this craft.
Open to Wayne children ages 3 - 8.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
This craft includes a word search and coloring page. Pick up begins September 20, 2024 at 9:00 AM. You have until Friday, September 27, by 5:00 PM to collect this craft.
Open to Wayne children ages 3 - 8.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
YA Creates: Animation Make Your Own Flipbook
Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Warner Bros. animator Frank Summers will present the basics of traditional hand drawn animation and show participants how to make their own flip books using only pencil and paper. Watch your drawings come to life!
Open to Wayne children in 4th grade & up.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Warner Bros. animator Frank Summers will present the basics of traditional hand drawn animation and show participants how to make their own flip books using only pencil and paper. Watch your drawings come to life!
Open to Wayne children in 4th grade & up.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Early Readers Book Club
Monday, September 23, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Join Miss Melissa and Miss Natalie for our Early Readers Book Club!
Open to Wayne children in Kindergarten - 2nd Grade.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Monday, September 23, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Join Miss Melissa and Miss Natalie for our Early Readers Book Club!
Open to Wayne children in Kindergarten - 2nd Grade.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
YA Creates: The Firefly Experience
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Let's explore & learn about fireflies. We will make an amazing lightning bug that glows in the night!
Open to Wayne children in 4th grade & up.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Let's explore & learn about fireflies. We will make an amazing lightning bug that glows in the night!
Open to Wayne children in 4th grade & up.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Coloring Club for Kids
Friday, September 27, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Join us for a fun time coloring. Kids will use coloring pages, crayons, and colored pencils to create their own art.
Open to Wayne children ages 4 - 9.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Friday, September 27, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Join us for a fun time coloring. Kids will use coloring pages, crayons, and colored pencils to create their own art.
Open to Wayne children ages 4 - 9.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Saturday Stories & Songs with Miss Melissa
Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Join Miss Melissa on a special Saturday morning for stories and songs!
Open to Wayne children from 6 months - 5 years old.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Join Miss Melissa on a special Saturday morning for stories and songs!
Open to Wayne children from 6 months - 5 years old.
Register online on 8/23 at 7AM.
