For ages 0-4 | After school & Saturdays | For teens
For Ages 0-4
- Little Wigglers Storytime
Little Wigglers Storytimes are offered to provide early literacy skills and socialization for children and to encourage them to become lifelong learners and readers. We invite you to bring your children (ages 0-4) for songs, stories, crafts and fun. Caregivers must stay with children at all times. Registration is required, except in July and August.
- Music with Miss Nita
Music with Miss Nita offers lively classes designed for children from 0-5 years-old and their family and/or caregivers at our Train Station. Everyone is encouraged to sing, dance and play musical instruments in a joyful and relaxed community environment. Registration is required.
- Yoga for Littles – Storytime with a Twist
Come experience a bit of yoga with the wonderful Miss Shelley. Enjoy a story that includes yoga stretches and movements to emphasize the exciting story plot. For ages 2.5- 5. Registration is required.
- Little Wigglers Playtime
Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured program. Ages 4 months to 3 years-old with caregiver. Registration is not required. Little Wigglers Playtime is held on Fridays from 10:30am to 11:15am.
Kids
- Arts & Crafting at the Library (STEAM)
We offer after school Arts & Crafting projects throughout each month for students ages 4+ to come and experience. The projects are usually seasonally inspired and are STEAM focused. We use multiple mediums to encourage young patrons to explore and be creative. Registration is not required.
- Hebrew Storytime
Join us at the library for Hebrew read-aloud stories and a seasonal craft! This program is for children 4 & up and their families. Registration is not required.
- Korean Storytime
Demarest Library offers Korean read aloud stories, read by a community volunteer! Caregivers must stay with children during the program. No registration is required.
- Read to a Dog
Practice reading one-on-one with an adorable and loving therapy dog! Our volunteer trainer and her therapy dogs are top notch at providing a welcoming and nurturing environment to work on reading and social skills for emerging readers of all ages. Children may register for one ten-minute session each visit.
- Take-Home DIY Craft Kits
Monthly take home DIY craft kits are available for pick up at the main circulation desk for children. The kits are easy to do and require just a few household tools such as glue, and a maker or crayons. The kits usually highlight an upcoming holiday, season or event. Available while supplies last.
Teens
- Teen Programs
We offer several functions throughout the year that are geared specifically to the active teen community. Events like social nights, movie nights, trivia events, and gaming sessions are just a few.
- Teen Volunteers
The Children’s Department is not looking for any volunteering during the 2025-2026 school year, as we already have our Teen Advisory Board.
If you are interested in volunteering in the Adult Services Department, you can email demacirc@bccls.org!
