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!
Summer Story Times 2023 - View the flyer
Register online beginning Tuesday, June 13th @ 7 AM. - Wayne Residents Only.
CHILD CAN BE REGISTERED FOR ONLY 1 INDOOR CLASS.
Outdoor Story Time on the Library Lawn (In case of rain, class will be inside.)
Wednesdays: June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26 & August 2, 9 @ 9:30 AM
Join Miss Melissa outside on the library lawn for an interactive story time for all ages.
Please bring a chair and/or blanket.
For children of all ages.
Itsy Bitsy Story Time (Indoor)
Tuesdays: June 27, July 11, 18, 25 & August 1, 8, 15 @ 10:00 AM
Wednesdays: June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26 & August 2, 9 @ 10:15 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)
Tuesdays: June 27, July 11, 18, 25 & August 1, 8, 15 @ 11:00 AM
Thursdays: June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 10 @ 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 3, 4s & 5s (Indoor)
Mondays: June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 & August 7 @ 10:00 AM OR
Thursdays: June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 10 @ 2:00 PM
This class features longer stories, songs, flannels, guessing games, finger plays and more!
For children ages 3, 4 & 5.
Stories at James W. Roe Memorial Pool
Wednesdays: June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26 & August 2, 9 @ 2:00 PM
Join us at James W. Roe Memorial Pool in Wayne for some summer stories!
No sign up is necessary. You must be a pool member to attend.
Free Play Fridays in the Story Time Room *NOT A STRUCTURED STORY TIME*
Every Friday from 9:30-11:30 AM (Playtime is ongoing throughout the year.)
Free Play Fridays is a special, unstructured play time for infants and toddlers. The Story Time Room will be open and toys and books will be 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 and toddlers.
Register online beginning Tuesday, June 13th @ 7 AM. - Wayne Residents Only.
CHILD CAN BE REGISTERED FOR ONLY 1 INDOOR CLASS.
Outdoor Story Time on the Library Lawn (In case of rain, class will be inside.)
Wednesdays: June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26 & August 2, 9 @ 9:30 AM
Join Miss Melissa outside on the library lawn for an interactive story time for all ages.
Please bring a chair and/or blanket.
For children of all ages.
Itsy Bitsy Story Time (Indoor)
Tuesdays: June 27, July 11, 18, 25 & August 1, 8, 15 @ 10:00 AM
Wednesdays: June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26 & August 2, 9 @ 10:15 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)
Tuesdays: June 27, July 11, 18, 25 & August 1, 8, 15 @ 11:00 AM
Thursdays: June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 10 @ 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 3, 4s & 5s (Indoor)
Mondays: June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 & August 7 @ 10:00 AM OR
Thursdays: June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 10 @ 2:00 PM
This class features longer stories, songs, flannels, guessing games, finger plays and more!
For children ages 3, 4 & 5.
Stories at James W. Roe Memorial Pool
Wednesdays: June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26 & August 2, 9 @ 2:00 PM
Join us at James W. Roe Memorial Pool in Wayne for some summer stories!
No sign up is necessary. You must be a pool member to attend.
Free Play Fridays in the Story Time Room *NOT A STRUCTURED STORY TIME*
Every Friday from 9:30-11:30 AM (Playtime is ongoing throughout the year.)
Free Play Fridays is a special, unstructured play time for infants and toddlers. The Story Time Room will be open and toys and books will be 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 and toddlers.
Chess Club for All Ages!
Sunday, May 21, 2023 at 2:00 - 4:00 PM
All ages all levels. Come and learn with chess mentor Jon! Open to Wayne residents of all ages of all levels. Register online on 4/23 at 7AM.
Sunday, May 21, 2023 at 2:00 - 4:00 PM
All ages all levels. Come and learn with chess mentor Jon! Open to Wayne residents of all ages of all levels. Register online on 4/23 at 7AM.
Grab & Go Mother's Day Craft
This craft includes a fun word search and coloring page.
Pick up begins Tuesday, May 9 at 9:00 AM. You have until Tuesday, May 17 by 5 pm to pick up this craft.
Register online on 4/25 at 7AM.
This craft includes a fun word search and coloring page.
Pick up begins Tuesday, May 9 at 9:00 AM. You have until Tuesday, May 17 by 5 pm to pick up this craft.
Register online on 4/25 at 7AM.
Books & Brushes Storytime & Art program with Miss Melissa
Friday, May 19 at 10:00 - 10:30 AM OR 11:00 - 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. Today we will be exploring the wonderful world of watercolors!
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 3. *Children can only be registered for one class, either 10 AM or 11 AM*. Register online on 4/25 at 7AM.
Friday, May 19 at 10:00 - 10:30 AM OR 11:00 - 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. Today we will be exploring the wonderful world of watercolors!
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 3. *Children can only be registered for one class, either 10 AM or 11 AM*. Register online on 4/25 at 7AM.
STEM for Kids
Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 11:00 - 11:45 AM
STEM for Kids: Sand Lab. Open to Wayne children in grades K-4. Space is limited. Register online on 4/25 at 7AM.
Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 11:00 - 11:45 AM
STEM for Kids: Sand Lab. Open to Wayne children in grades K-4. Space is limited. Register online on 4/25 at 7AM.
Cupcake Story Time
Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 4:00-4:30 PM OR 4:45 -5:15 PM
Jay from Mo & Jay Pastry will be hosting a Cupcake Story Time at the library, followed by a cupcake decorating class.
Space islimited. Open to Wayne children 5 ages & up.
Register online on 4/25 at 7 AM. *Child can only register for one session*.
Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 4:00-4:30 PM OR 4:45 -5:15 PM
Jay from Mo & Jay Pastry will be hosting a Cupcake Story Time at the library, followed by a cupcake decorating class.
Space islimited. Open to Wayne children 5 ages & up.
Register online on 4/25 at 7 AM. *Child can only register for one session*.
Knit & Knosh
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Let’s get together and learn how to knit. We welcome beginner knitters!
Open to Wayne children in grades 3rd & up. Online registration starts 5/1 at 7AM.
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Let’s get together and learn how to knit. We welcome beginner knitters!
Open to Wayne children in grades 3rd & up. Online registration starts 5/1 at 7AM.
PAWS to Read with a Dog
Thur., May 25, 2023 at 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Beginning or reluctant readers are invited to read aloud to a therapy dog!
Children register to read for a 10 minute session. Reading to a dog is a great way to improve a child's reading skills and self-confidence. Please remember to bring a book.
Open to Wayne children ages 6-11. Online registration starts on 4/25 at 7AM.
Thur., May 25, 2023 at 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Beginning or reluctant readers are invited to read aloud to a therapy dog!
Children register to read for a 10 minute session. Reading to a dog is a great way to improve a child's reading skills and self-confidence. Please remember to bring a book.
Open to Wayne children ages 6-11. Online registration starts on 4/25 at 7AM.
YA & Kids Chess Club
Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Welcome to Kids & Teen Chess Club! Come play, watch, and learn! Open to Wayne children in grades 1-4 and young adults in 5th grade & up.
Online registration starts on 5/1 at 7AM.
Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Welcome to Kids & Teen Chess Club! Come play, watch, and learn! Open to Wayne children in grades 1-4 and young adults in 5th grade & up.
Online registration starts on 5/1 at 7AM.
Pokemon Meet Up
Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Come and play the Pokemon Trading Card Game with other enthusiasts! Using your own cards, you can play and trade with other fans!
Open to Wayne children in grades 3rd & up. Register online on 4/25 at 7AM.
Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Come and play the Pokemon Trading Card Game with other enthusiasts! Using your own cards, you can play and trade with other fans!
Open to Wayne children in grades 3rd & up. Register online on 4/25 at 7AM.
Melody Mom Music & Fun
Wed., May 31, 2023 at 10:30 - 11:15 AM
Join Melody Mom for singing, dancing, and parachute fun!
Open to Wayne children ages 2 & up. Register online on 4/25 at 7AM.
Wed., May 31, 2023 at 10:30 - 11:15 AM
Join Melody Mom for singing, dancing, and parachute fun!
Open to Wayne children ages 2 & up. Register online on 4/25 at 7AM.
Last day for Kids Hlping Kids is May 31st, 2023.
Summer Reading Club
Begins Tuesday, June 20th at 9:00 AM and runs through Monday, August 14th at 5:00 PM.
Open to Wayne children ages 2 – entering grade 5th and Young Adults entering grades 6th & up.
*Children and young adults must register in person for this Club.*
Begins Tuesday, June 20th at 9:00 AM and runs through Monday, August 14th at 5:00 PM.
Open to Wayne children ages 2 – entering grade 5th and Young Adults entering grades 6th & up.
*Children and young adults must register in person for this Club.*
Chess Programs in June!
Saturday, June 3rd from 10 –11 AM: Chess for Kids (for kids in grades 1-4)
Saturday, June 3rd from 2-4 PM: Chess Club for All Ages
Saturday, June 17th from 2-4 PM: Chess for All Ages
Events open to Wayne children & residents.
Online registration for all dates begins 5/24 at 7:00 AM.
Saturday, June 3rd from 10 –11 AM: Chess for Kids (for kids in grades 1-4)
Saturday, June 3rd from 2-4 PM: Chess Club for All Ages
Saturday, June 17th from 2-4 PM: Chess for All Ages
Events open to Wayne children & residents.
Online registration for all dates begins 5/24 at 7:00 AM.
Healthy Energy Ball Treat
Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Join Shoprite Dietician Miss Jessica in making a yummy and a healthy snack!
Open to Wayne Children ages 3-6. Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Join Shoprite Dietician Miss Jessica in making a yummy and a healthy snack!
Open to Wayne Children ages 3-6. Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
Tech Smackdown
Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Want to learn some tricks and tips to use google? Come join Anirudh for a techtacular time and become a tech guru.
Open to Wayne children in grades 2-5. Online registration begins 5/24 at 7 AM.
Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Want to learn some tricks and tips to use google? Come join Anirudh for a techtacular time and become a tech guru.
Open to Wayne children in grades 2-5. Online registration begins 5/24 at 7 AM.
Grab & Go Father's Day Craft
This craft includes a fun word search and coloring page.
Pick up begins Wednesday, June 7 at 9:00 AM. You have until Thursday, June 15 by 5 pm to pick up this craft.
Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
This craft includes a fun word search and coloring page.
Pick up begins Wednesday, June 7 at 9:00 AM. You have until Thursday, June 15 by 5 pm to pick up this craft.
Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
Backyard Bird Story & Craft
Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 2:00 - 2:30 PM
Join Miss Melissa for a very special story time and craft inspired by beautiful backyard birds. We will listen to a story, sing some songs and create a craft to help us practice our birdwatching skills.
Open to Wayne children ages 3-5. Online registration starts on 5/24 at 7AM.
Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 2:00 - 2:30 PM
Join Miss Melissa for a very special story time and craft inspired by beautiful backyard birds. We will listen to a story, sing some songs and create a craft to help us practice our birdwatching skills.
Open to Wayne children ages 3-5. Online registration starts on 5/24 at 7AM.
Coloring Club for Kids
Friday, June 9, 2023 at 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Join us for a fun time of coloring. Kids will be able to use an assortment of coloring pages, crayons, and coloring pencils to create their own art.
Supplies provided by the library and inspiration provided by the kids. Open to Wayne children ages 4-9.
Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
Friday, June 9, 2023 at 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Join us for a fun time of coloring. Kids will be able to use an assortment of coloring pages, crayons, and coloring pencils to create their own art.
Supplies provided by the library and inspiration provided by the kids. Open to Wayne children ages 4-9.
Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
Story Time with Miss Elizabeth
Saturday, June 10, 2023 at 11:00 - 11:30 AM
Join Author Elizabeth Gephart in her reading of Evelyn’s Wild Imagination. Following the book reading will be a small activity.
Open to Wayne children ages 5-10. Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
Saturday, June 10, 2023 at 11:00 - 11:30 AM
Join Author Elizabeth Gephart in her reading of Evelyn’s Wild Imagination. Following the book reading will be a small activity.
Open to Wayne children ages 5-10. Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
Pokemon Meet up
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Do you enjoy collecting Pokemon Cards? If so, come and play the Pokemon Trading Card Game with other enthusiasts! Using your own cards, you can play and trade with other fans!
Open to Wayne children in grades 3rd & up. Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Do you enjoy collecting Pokemon Cards? If so, come and play the Pokemon Trading Card Game with other enthusiasts! Using your own cards, you can play and trade with other fans!
Open to Wayne children in grades 3rd & up. Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
Knit & Nosh
Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Let’s get together and learn how to knit. We welcome beginner knitters! All materials will be provided.
Open to Wayne children in grades 3rd & up. Online registration starts 5/24 at 7AM.
Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Let’s get together and learn how to knit. We welcome beginner knitters! All materials will be provided.
Open to Wayne children in grades 3rd & up. Online registration starts 5/24 at 7AM.
Art with Miss Donna
Thurs., June 15, 2023 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM; 5:00 - 5:45 Ages 4-6
OR 6:00 - 6:45 PM Ages 7-9.
Join Miss Donna for a fun “kindness theme” art project.
Open to Wayne children only. Child can register for one session only. Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
Thurs., June 15, 2023 at 4:00 - 4:45 PM; 5:00 - 5:45 Ages 4-6
OR 6:00 - 6:45 PM Ages 7-9.
Join Miss Donna for a fun “kindness theme” art project.
Open to Wayne children only. Child can register for one session only. Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
Books & Brushes Storytime & Art
Friday, June 16, 2023 at 10:00 - 10:30 AM OR 11:00 - 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.
This month we will create art inspired by the moon!
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 3. *Children can only be registered for one class, either 10 AM or 11 AM*. Register online on 5/24 at 7AM
Friday, June 16, 2023 at 10:00 - 10:30 AM OR 11:00 - 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.
This month we will create art inspired by the moon!
Open to Wayne children ages 2 - 3. *Children can only be registered for one class, either 10 AM or 11 AM*. Register online on 5/24 at 7AM
Boogie Down Bubble Bash: Summer Reading KickOff (Outdoor)
Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Join us for our Summer Reading Club Kickoff with giant bubbles, balloons, and dancing with Mr. Earl from Zoom Balloons!
Open to Wayne children of all ages. Register online on 5/25 at 7AM.
Rain Date: Thursday, June 22.
Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Join us for our Summer Reading Club Kickoff with giant bubbles, balloons, and dancing with Mr. Earl from Zoom Balloons!
Open to Wayne children of all ages. Register online on 5/25 at 7AM.
Rain Date: Thursday, June 22.
Boogie Woogie Babies
Friday, June 23, 2023 at 10:30 – 11:00 OR 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Join us for a dance class for baby and their big person! Class will consist of singing and dancing while working on fine motor skills.
Open to Wayne children ages 6 months – 4 years.
Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
Friday, June 23, 2023 at 10:30 – 11:00 OR 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Join us for a dance class for baby and their big person! Class will consist of singing and dancing while working on fine motor skills.
Open to Wayne children ages 6 months – 4 years.
Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
Outdoor Concert with Kurt Gallagher
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 from 6:30 – 7:15 PM
Join Mr. Kurt for a fun outdoor music concert!
Open to Wayne children of all ages. Register online on 5/24 at 7 AM.
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 from 6:30 – 7:15 PM
Join Mr. Kurt for a fun outdoor music concert!
Open to Wayne children of all ages. Register online on 5/24 at 7 AM.
All Together Now with Magic presented by Steve Woyce (Outdoor Show)
Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 6:30 - 7:15 PM
Join Magician Steve Woyce for some fun with magic.
Open to Wayne children off all ages. Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 6:30 - 7:15 PM
Join Magician Steve Woyce for some fun with magic.
Open to Wayne children off all ages. Register online on 5/24 at 7AM.
