Children's Programs

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.


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**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!


Spring Story Times 2024 - (Wayne Residents Only) - View the flyer

Register online beginning Monday, March 18th @ 7:00 AM.
The spring session will run for 6 weeks & ends the week of May 6th.
CHILD CAN BE REGISTERED FOR ONLY 1 CLASS.


Story Time for All Ages begins Wednesday, April 3rd

This class will feature stories and songs adapted for children of all ages.



Itsy Bitsy Story Time begins Tuesday, April 2nd or Wednesday, April 3rd
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 begins Tuesday, April 2nd or Thursday, April 4th
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 begins Monday, April 1st or Thursday, April 4th
Mondays @ 10:30 AM OR
Thursdays @ 2:00 PM
Join us for stories, songs & more!
For children ages 3, 4, & 5.


Story Time at Shai Shacknai Memorial Park begins Wednesday, April 3rd
Wednesdays @ 4:00 PM
Stop by Shai Shacknai Memorial Park afterschool on Wednesdays for stories & songs. Shai Shacknai Park is located at 55 Greenrale Avenue in Wayne. No sign up is necessary.
If you are unsure about the weather, please give us a call to see if class has been cancelled.
Geared toward children ages 3 & up.



*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. Meet up to play in our Story Time Room with toys and books provided by the library. 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.




Boogie Woogie Babies

Mon., March 18, 2024 at 10:30-11:00 AM

Come Get Your Boogie Woogie on with Miss Tiffany!

Open to Wayne children ages 6 months-4 years old. 

Register online on 2/23.  



Book & Brushes Story Time & Art Program with Miss Melissa

Tues., March. 19, 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, 3, & 4.

*Children can only be registered for 1 class, either 10 or 11 AM.*

Register online on 2/23 at 7AM.



Kids Drawing with Ms. Bernadine

Tues., March. 19, 2024 at 4:00-4:45 PM

Learn how to draw an amazing spring scene. Open to Wayne children in grades K– 3.

Register online on 3/1 .



Spring Painting with Ms. Bernadine

Tues., March 19, 2024 at 5:00-6:00 PM

Yay to Spring! Learn how to draw an amazing spring scene with sweet animals. Open to Wayne children in grade 4th & up.

Register online on 3/1 at 7AM.



Knit with Nat (Not a Beginner's Class)

Wed., March 20, 2024 at 4:00-5:00 PM

Do you have a basic understanding of the knit stitch and purl stitch? We will continue to learn more advanced techniques in the program.

Open to Wayne children and young adults in grades 3rd & up.

Register online on 3/1 at 7AM.



Spring Grab & Go Craft

This Spring craft includes a word search and coloring page. Pick up begins March 21, 2024 at 9:00 AM.

You have until March 28, by 5:00 PM to collect this craft. 

Open to Wayne children ages 3-8.

Register online on 2/23 at 7AM .



Chess Club for Kids

Sat., March. 23, 2024 at 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Make friends and play chess! Open to children who know how to play or want to learn. Chess sets available!

Open to Wayne children in grades 1-4.

Register online on 2/23 at 7AM.



Spring Food Play

Mon., March 25, 2024 at 11:30AM-12:00PM OR 12:30-1:00 PM

Come join Miss Jane, Occupational Therapist from Brave Wings Therapy, for some spring food play.

Open to Wayne children ages 2-4.

Register online on 2/23 at 7 AM.



Read to a Dog

Tues., March 26, 2024 at 4:00-5:00 PM

Children will improve their reading skills by reading aloud to a dog who loves to listen!

Please bring your own book.

Open to Wayne children in grades K-5. Register online on 2/23.



Greenquest Nature Club: Music in Nature

Wed., March 27, 2024 at 5:30-7:00 PM

GreenQuest will present a lesson regarding music in nature.

Open to Wayne children in grades 2-6.

Register online on 2/23. 



Spring Edible Arts

Thurs., March. 28, 2024 at 4:00-4:30 PM Ages 3-5

Enjoy creating a sweet scene with bunnies that is fun to eat.

OR 5:00-5:30 PM Ages 6-9:

Enjoy creating a sweet scene with chicks that is fun to eat.

Open to Wayne children. Register online on 2/23.



Learn How to Finger Knit a Bunny

Tuesday, April 2, 2024 from 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Join Sam and Lisa to learn how to make a bunny with finger knitting!

Online registration starts on 3/23 at 7AM. 



Knit & Nosh

Wed., April 3, 2024 at 4:00 –5:00 PM

Let’s get together and learn how to knit. We welcome beginner knitters!

Open to Wayne children and young adults in grades 3rd & up. Online registration starts on 3/23 at 7AM. 



Jump, Sing & Dance with JP Arthur!

Saturday, April 6, 2024 from 12:00 - 12:45 PM

Join us for this interactive concert where kids are encouraged to join in, to play their "air" guitars, and to sing along to the music.

Open to  Wayne children ages 2 - 5.

Register online beginning 3/25 at 7 AM.



Bunny in the Flowerpot Painting Picture! (Ages 7-9)

Monday, April 8, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Spring is here!! Why not paint a fun bunny scene with miss Vilma!

Open to Wayne children ages 7-9. Please only register the child(ren) for this workshop beginning March 22, 2024 @ 7:00 AM



Bunny in a Flowerpot Painting Picture! (Ages 8-10)

Monday, April 8, 2024 from 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Spring is here!! Why not paint a fun bunny scene with Miss Vilma!

Open to wayne children ages 8-10. Please only register the child(ren) for this workshop beginning March 22, 2024 @ 7:00 AM.



Magic with Tommy Knucklehead!

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 from 3:00 - 3:45 PM


Experience the Magic with Tommy Knucklehead!
Join us for a show filled with wonder and laughter as we present the award-winning, global entertainer, and magician, Tommy Knucklehead!

Geared towards children ages 3 & up.

Registration begins Monday, March 25th @ 7:00 AM



Yoga for Kids

Thursday, April 11, 2024 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Yoga for kids with Miss Kelly! Wayne children ages 2 & up. Space is limited. Please bring a mat or towel.

Registration begins, Monday, March 25th @ 7:00 AM




Dungeons & Dragons for Kids! (ages 7-9)

Friday, April 12, 2024 from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Preakness Room

Embark on a magical adventure with Children's Dungeons & Dragons event! A world of imagination, strategy, and teamwork awaits. Participants will unleash their creativity, problem-solving , and social skills as they journey through fantastical realms, encountering mystical creatures and overcoming daring challenges in this interactive storytelling event.  Role-playing encourages children to build self confidence, develop critical reasoning skills, and foster friendships that last a lifetime.  Join us for an epic quest at our next interactive experience!

Registration brgins Friday, March 22 @ 7:00 AM



 Pokémon Meet Up!

Saturday, April 13, 2024 12:00PM - 2:00 PM

Do you enjoy collecting Pokémon cards and love all things Pokémon?  If so, come and play the Pokémon Trading Card Game with other enthusiasts!  Mr. Dan, Pokémon expert, will be on-hand to assist children at the meet up!
Using your own cards, you can play and trade with other fans!
Snacks will be served!
*You can drop in or stay during program hours*
For fans ages 8 & up!

Please register on the library calendar beginning March 25th @ 7:00 AM



Learn to Write a Poem (Grades 2nd - 4th)

April 16, 2024 from 4:00PM - 4:45PM

Join volunteer, Miss Safiya in learning how to write a simple poem! Open to Wayne children in grades 2nd - 4th.

Registration begins Friday, March 22, 2024 @ 7:00 AM



Knit with Nat (Not a beginner's class)

Wednesday, April 17 from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Do you have a basic understanding of the knit stitch and purl stitch? We will continue to learn more advanced techniques in the program.

Open to Wayne children and young adults in grades 3rd & up.

Register on the library calendar to attend. 



Books & Brushes Story Time & Art Program with Miss Melissa

Friday, April 19, 2024 from 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM OR 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Join Miss Melissa for a fun story time and painting class. We will listen to an art-inspired story, sing some songs and get creative! 

Open to Wayne residents ages 2 & 3.
Children can only be registered for 1 class, either 10:00 or 11:00.

Registration begins Monday, March 18th at 7:00 AM.

Please do not count adults in the number of people attending. Only count the child(ren).



LEGO® ROBOTICS (ages 6-8)

Wednesday, April 24, 2024 from 4:00PM - 5:00 PM

Build, code, and learn with LEGO® Education in this Robotics workshop with The Renaissance Child. In this class, children will explore the exciting world of robotics and coding in a hands-on, exploratory manner. This program is designed to develop students' curiosity and confidence to solve real-life problems through engaging STEAM projects. Students learn to define problems, ask questions, and design their own solutions—setting them on a path to becoming lifelong learners. 

Open to Wayne children ages 6-8.  Space is limited.  Please only register child(ren) for this program, beginning March 25th @ 7:00 AM



Music with Kurt Gallagher

April 25, 2024 fro 4:00 - 4:45 PM

Join us for singing & dancing with Mr. Kurt!

Registration begins Monday March 25th @ 7:00 AM . 



Saturday Stories & Songs with Miss Melissa

Saturday, April 27, 2024: 10:15am - 10:45am

Join Miss Melissa on a special Saturday morning for stories and songs! Open to Wayne children from 6 months up to 5 years old.

Registration begins Monday, March 25, 2024 at 7:00 AM