Programs are open to Wayne residents only, and are held at the Main library of the Wayne Public Library, unless specified.Programs are open to Wayne residents only, and are held at the Main library of the Wayne Public Library, unless specified. Please Note: all children's programs are cancelled through March 31, 2020.
Register online from the Events Calendar by clicking on the date of the program and title of the event.
NOTE: If you are unable to attend a program, please call the library in advance. this will allow others on the waiting list to attend and will prevent waste of materials. Questions please call 973-694-4272 Ext. 5301
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Printable April 2020 Kids Calendar on Legal Size paper (8 1/2 X14")
Printable March 2020 Kids Calendar on Legal size paper (8 1/2 X14")
Winter Spring Story Times 2020
Register online from the Events Calendar by clicking on the date of the program and title of the event.
Register online from the Events Calendar by clicking on the date of the program and title of the event.
Story Time Sessions begin the week of February 3, 2020 and continue through the week of April 20, 2020. There will be NO Story Times on Monday, February 17th (President’s Day) and the week of April 6th (Spring Recess). Online registration begins Tuesday, January 21st at 7:00 AM.*. Visit waynepubliclibrary.org to register. Programs are open to Wayne residents only with a valid Wayne Library card. Space is limited, so be sure to register early! Child can only be registered for 1 session. There will be NO Story Times on Monday, September 30th (Rosh Hashanah), Monday, October 14th (Columbus Day) and Tuesday, November 5th (Election Day).
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES:
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES:
- Online registration begins on Tuesday, January 21st at 7:00 AM Register online by clicking our Events Calendar on the upper left side of the page and then select the date and title of the program.
- Sessions are open to Wayne residents only with a valid WPL card.
- Class size is limited, and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Space is limited so children may only register for one (1) storytime session.
- Please try to be on time.
- Sessions will only be held if three or more children are in attendance.
- If you cannot attend weekly Story Times, please inform the Children's Department staff, so that others on the Waiting List may attend.
- View the Story Times Flyer for days and times.
Kids Helping Kids - (September - May), Open to students in elementary, middle and high school who attend Wayne Schools.
Tuesdays & Wednesdays 2:45 - 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday Evenings: 5:30 - 7:15 PM - Location Story Time Room - Main Library
Tutoring services by the Wayne Valley High School National Honors Society will take place in the Children's Department of the Main Library for the middle school and high school students who attend Wayne schools. Students may attend one or both days. Sessions will not be held when there is no school in Wayne. You must email:wvalleynhs@gmail.com for more information.
Tuesdays & Wednesdays 2:45 - 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday Evenings: 5:30 - 7:15 PM - Location Story Time Room - Main Library
Tutoring services by the Wayne Valley High School National Honors Society will take place in the Children's Department of the Main Library for the middle school and high school students who attend Wayne schools. Students may attend one or both days. Sessions will not be held when there is no school in Wayne. You must email:wvalleynhs@gmail.com for more information.
Bach to Rock Presents Rock City
Thursday, March 12, 2020 from 4:30—5:00 PM
Rock City is the place to find real music education for beginners! We will expose our young participants to dynamic musical and movement-based activities, introduce them to live instruments and musically inspired-story time.
Open to Wayne children ages 5—9. Online registration begins Tuesday, March 3rd at 7:00 AM.
Thursday, March 12, 2020 from 4:30—5:00 PM
Rock City is the place to find real music education for beginners! We will expose our young participants to dynamic musical and movement-based activities, introduce them to live instruments and musically inspired-story time.
Open to Wayne children ages 5—9. Online registration begins Tuesday, March 3rd at 7:00 AM.
Afternoon Board Games
Saturday, March 14, 2020 from 2:00—4:00 PM
A fun family afternoon and an opportunity to try new games or play old favorites. You can play one of ours or bring one of your own. Feel free to bring some food to snack on while you play. Note: This is a drop-in program. Feel free to come and go as you please. Open to all ages.
Register online beginning Friday, March 6th at 7:00 AM.
Saturday, March 14, 2020 from 2:00—4:00 PM
A fun family afternoon and an opportunity to try new games or play old favorites. You can play one of ours or bring one of your own. Feel free to bring some food to snack on while you play. Note: This is a drop-in program. Feel free to come and go as you please. Open to all ages.
Register online beginning Friday, March 6th at 7:00 AM.
Lucky Leprechaun Craft with Miss Melissa
Monday, March 16, 2020 from 6:30—7:00 PM
Grab a four-leaf clover and stepdance your way to the library for our Lucky Leprechaun Craft! Children will listen to a story and create a unique craft.
Open to Wayne children ages 3 — 6. Parent/guardian must stay with the child to help complete the craft. Register online beginning Monday, March 9th at 7:00 AM.
Monday, March 16, 2020 from 6:30—7:00 PM
Grab a four-leaf clover and stepdance your way to the library for our Lucky Leprechaun Craft! Children will listen to a story and create a unique craft.
Open to Wayne children ages 3 — 6. Parent/guardian must stay with the child to help complete the craft. Register online beginning Monday, March 9th at 7:00 AM.
Read to a Dog
Thursday, March 19, 2020 from 4:00—5:00 PM
Wayne children ages 5 — 10 will build confidence and improve reading skills when the therapy dog they read to listens to their stories. Each child will read from his or her own book for about 10—15 minutes.
Register online beginning Tuesday, March 10th at 7 AM.
Thursday, March 19, 2020 from 4:00—5:00 PM
Wayne children ages 5 — 10 will build confidence and improve reading skills when the therapy dog they read to listens to their stories. Each child will read from his or her own book for about 10—15 minutes.
Register online beginning Tuesday, March 10th at 7 AM.
Maker's Day with Idea Lab
Saturday, March 21, 2020
Ages 5-8: 12:00-2:00 PM & Ages 9-12: 2:30-4:30 PM
Wayne Public Library is collaboration with Idea Lab Kids is celebrating Maker’s Day! Come join us at the Library for a day of inspiring activities that showcase and highlight Maker’s Day in supporting a STEM culture of innovation and hands-on learning. We will have several stations including Slime Station, 3D Demonstration, Robotics, Investigative Science and Design Engineering.
Open to Wayne children ages 5—12. Drop-in anytime. No registration needed.
View the Flyer!
Saturday, March 21, 2020
Ages 5-8: 12:00-2:00 PM & Ages 9-12: 2:30-4:30 PM
Wayne Public Library is collaboration with Idea Lab Kids is celebrating Maker’s Day! Come join us at the Library for a day of inspiring activities that showcase and highlight Maker’s Day in supporting a STEM culture of innovation and hands-on learning. We will have several stations including Slime Station, 3D Demonstration, Robotics, Investigative Science and Design Engineering.
Open to Wayne children ages 5—12. Drop-in anytime. No registration needed.
View the Flyer!
Art Creations with Dawn
Monday, March 23, 2020 from 1:00—1:30 PM
Join Miss Dawn in creating a fun art project! Open to Wayne children ages 3 — kindergarten. Register online beginning Saturday, March 14th at 7:00 AM. Space is limited.
Monday, March 23, 2020 from 1:00—1:30 PM
Join Miss Dawn in creating a fun art project! Open to Wayne children ages 3 — kindergarten. Register online beginning Saturday, March 14th at 7:00 AM. Space is limited.
Knit & Nosh for Kids & Teens
Wednesday, March 25, 2020 from 4:00—5:00 PM
Learn the basic skills to create fun knitted projects! Knitting Club is open to beginners or those who want to improve their skills. NOTE: Please bring your own kids Knitting Needles: 7”-Size 10/6mm or anything close to this would be preferred for little hands.
Open to Wayne kids in 2nd grade & up. Register online beginning Wednesday, March 11th at 7:00 AM.
Wednesday, March 25, 2020 from 4:00—5:00 PM
Learn the basic skills to create fun knitted projects! Knitting Club is open to beginners or those who want to improve their skills. NOTE: Please bring your own kids Knitting Needles: 7”-Size 10/6mm or anything close to this would be preferred for little hands.
Open to Wayne kids in 2nd grade & up. Register online beginning Wednesday, March 11th at 7:00 AM.
Raising Smart Savers
Thursday, March 26, 2020 from 4:00—4:30 PM
Columbia Bank will be here to teach children how to make smart decisions when it comes to money.
Open to Wayne children in kindergarten — 4th grade. Register online beginning Tuesday, March 17th at 7:00 AM.
Thursday, March 26, 2020 from 4:00—4:30 PM
Columbia Bank will be here to teach children how to make smart decisions when it comes to money.
Open to Wayne children in kindergarten — 4th grade. Register online beginning Tuesday, March 17th at 7:00 AM.
Hop Into Spring Story & Snack
Friday, March 27, 2020 from 4:00—4:30 PM
Come and create a healthy springtime snack with ShopRite of Wayne dietician Miss Natalie.
Open to Wayne children ages 21/2 through 5. Register online beginning Friday, March 20th at 7:00 AM.
Friday, March 27, 2020 from 4:00—4:30 PM
Come and create a healthy springtime snack with ShopRite of Wayne dietician Miss Natalie.
Open to Wayne children ages 21/2 through 5. Register online beginning Friday, March 20th at 7:00 AM.
