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!
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 up to 5 years old.
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 up to 5 years old.
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.
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.
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: 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.
American Girl Craft & Snack Party
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Bring your doll (any brand!) and enjoy a snack while making a craft for you and your doll! Parents of children ages 6 and under are asked to please stay in the room for the program.
Open to Wayne children ages 4 - 8.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Bring your doll (any brand!) and enjoy a snack while making a craft for you and your doll! Parents of children ages 6 and under are asked to please stay in the room for the program.
Open to Wayne children ages 4 - 8.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Young Engineers STEM Class
Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Join us for an exciting STEM class.
Open to Wayne children ages 6 - 9.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 4:15 - 5:30 PM
Join us for an exciting STEM class.
Open to Wayne children ages 6 - 9.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Halloween Art
Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Join Ms. Bernadine for a fun Halloween Art project!
Open to Wayne children in grades 2nd - 4th.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Join Ms. Bernadine for a fun Halloween Art project!
Open to Wayne children in grades 2nd - 4th.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Wildlife Wonders Story & Craft
Monday, October 7, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Let's learn about turtles and make an adorable turtle craft.
Open to Wayne children in grades K - 3.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Monday, October 7, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Let's learn about turtles and make an adorable turtle craft.
Open to Wayne children in grades K - 3.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Knit with Nat (Not a Beginner's Class)
Monday, October 7, 2024 at 5:15 - 6:15 PM
Start a knitting project or continue on your knitting project with Ms. Natalie.
Open to Wayne children in 3rd - 5th grade.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Monday, October 7, 2024 at 5:15 - 6:15 PM
Start a knitting project or continue on your knitting project with Ms. Natalie.
Open to Wayne children in 3rd - 5th grade.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Halloween Craft (Ages 3 - 5)
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Come join us in making a fun Halloween craft with Miss Emily and Miss Bernadette.
Open to Wayne children ages 3 - 5.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Come join us in making a fun Halloween craft with Miss Emily and Miss Bernadette.
Open to Wayne children ages 3 - 5.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
3D Drawing! (Ages 8 - 10)
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Join us from some cool 3D drawings with Miss Medha!
Open to Wayne children ages 8 - 10.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Join us from some cool 3D drawings with Miss Medha!
Open to Wayne children ages 8 - 10.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Yoga for Kids
Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Kelly from Kidding Around Yoga will be hosting Yoga for Kids!
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 5.
Space is limited. Please bring a mat or towel.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Kelly from Kidding Around Yoga will be hosting Yoga for Kids!
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 5.
Space is limited. Please bring a mat or towel.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Saturday Stories & Songs with Miss Melissa
Saturday, October 12, 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 to 5 years old.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Saturday, October 12, 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 to 5 years old.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Pokémon Meet Up!
Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 10:15 - 10:45 AM
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 - 12.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 10:15 - 10:45 AM
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 - 12.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Fall Craft & Play
Monday, October 14, 2024 at 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM OR 12:30 - 1:00 PM
Come join Miss Jane, Occupational Therapist from Brave Wings Therapy, for a fun Halloween Craft and play.
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 4.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Monday, October 14, 2024 at 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM OR 12:30 - 1:00 PM
Come join Miss Jane, Occupational Therapist from Brave Wings Therapy, for a fun Halloween Craft and play.
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 4.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Read to a Dog
Monday, October 14, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Join us for a 10-minute read to a dog session. Please bring a book from home for this program.
Open to Wayne children ages 5 - 10.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Monday, October 14, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Join us for a 10-minute read to a dog session. Please bring a book from home for this program.
Open to Wayne children ages 5 - 10.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Little Spanish Scholars: Bilingual Storytime
Tuesday, October 15, 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 9/20 at 7AM.
Tuesday, October 15, 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 9/20 at 7AM.
Pumpkin Painting - BYOP
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:15 - 6:45 PM
Bring Your Own Pumpkin and imagination for painting! Paints will be supplied. This may be a messy program, so everyone should dress in clothes that can get paint on them.
Open to Wayne children ages 5 - 8. Space is limited.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:15 - 6:45 PM
Bring Your Own Pumpkin and imagination for painting! Paints will be supplied. This may be a messy program, so everyone should dress in clothes that can get paint on them.
Open to Wayne children ages 5 - 8. Space is limited.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Halloween Magic Show with Brian Richards
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Come join us for a fun Halloween Magic Show with Brian Richards.
Open to Wayne children ages 3 - 12.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Come join us for a fun Halloween Magic Show with Brian Richards.
Open to Wayne children ages 3 - 12.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Halloween Grab & Go Craft
This grab and go craft includes a craft, wordsearch, and coloring page. Pick up begins October 17, 2024 at 9:00 AM. You have until Thursday, October 24, by 5:00 PM to collect this craft.
Open to Wayne children ages 3 - 8.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
This grab and go craft includes a craft, wordsearch, and coloring page. Pick up begins October 17, 2024 at 9:00 AM. You have until Thursday, October 24, by 5:00 PM to collect this craft.
Open to Wayne children ages 3 - 8.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Knit & Nosh
Thursday, October 17, 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 - 5th grade.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Thursday, October 17, 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 - 5th grade.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Books & Brushes Story Time & Art Program
Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:00 - 10:30 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*
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:00 - 10:30 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*
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Chess Club for Kids
Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Welcome back to Chess Club for Kids! Come play, watch and learn!
Open to Wayne children in 1st - 4th grade.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Welcome back to Chess Club for Kids! Come play, watch and learn!
Open to Wayne children in 1st - 4th grade.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Early Readers Book Club
Monday, October 21, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Join us as we read together and then do a craft or activity inspired by the story!
Open to Wayne children in K - 2nd grade.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Monday, October 21, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Join us as we read together and then do a craft or activity inspired by the story!
Open to Wayne children in K - 2nd grade.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Music with Kurt Gallagher
Monday, October 21, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Join us for some singing & dancing with Mr. Kurt.
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 8.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Monday, October 21, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM
Join us for some singing & dancing with Mr. Kurt.
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 8.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Halloween Pajama Party with Miss Jolie
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 6:00 - 6:45 PM
Join us for a Pajama Party with Miss Jolie.
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 8.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 6:00 - 6:45 PM
Join us for a Pajama Party with Miss Jolie.
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 8.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Monster Scavenger Hunt with Jason
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Come join us in tracking down a lurking monster! Follow mysterious trails, discover hidden clues, solve baffling riddles, and reveal secret messages.
Open to Wayne children in 3rd - 6th grade.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Come join us in tracking down a lurking monster! Follow mysterious trails, discover hidden clues, solve baffling riddles, and reveal secret messages.
Open to Wayne children in 3rd - 6th grade.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Caricature Drawing
Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Ms. Christine will draw you as a cartoon character!
Open to Wayne children ages 3 - 9.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Ms. Christine will draw you as a cartoon character!
Open to Wayne children ages 3 - 9.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Coloring Club for Kids
Friday, October 25, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Join us for a fun story, coloring pages & snacks!
Open to Wayne children ages 4 - 9.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Friday, October 25, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Join us for a fun story, coloring pages & snacks!
Open to Wayne children ages 4 - 9.
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Halloween Fun Edible Arts
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM (Ages 4 - 6) OR
5:00 - 5:45 PM (Ages 7 - 9)
Enjoy creating some fun Halloween edible arts.
Open to Wayne children. *Please register for only one session.*
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM (Ages 4 - 6) OR
5:00 - 5:45 PM (Ages 7 - 9)
Enjoy creating some fun Halloween edible arts.
Open to Wayne children. *Please register for only one session.*
Register online on 9/20 at 7AM.
