Librarians adapt stories, songs, and crafts to match the ages and attention spans of the children attending. Storytime is a fun way to introduce children to books and reading. Parents are encouraged to come and learn how to foster early literacy skills. Librarians answer questions about books and library services, and teach parents how to interest their children in books. 

Come a few minutes early.  Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.  An adult guardian must remain with babies and younger children during storytime. Older children are welcome to come. 

Learn and Play Storytime: For ages 0-4. Young children enjoy books, songs and rhymes and special activities at the end. 

Target Audience: 0-4 with an adult.

Spotlight Storytime: For ages 0-6. Join us for stories, songs, and a themed craft as we celebrate a new theme every month.

Target Audience: 0-6 with an adult.

Storytime Jamboree: For all ages. The entire family can enjoy stories and songs together. 

Target Audience: 0-10 with an adult. 

Toddler Tales: For ages 0-3. This bilingual storytime offers stories, songs, rhymes and fun for the little ones. 

Target Audience: 0-3 with an adult. 

Locations and Hours

El Gabilan Library --

Learn and Play: Tuesdays, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Spotlight Storytime: First Saturday of every month, 11:00am - 12:00pm

John Steinbeck Library --

Storytime Jamboree: Thursdays, 4:00pm - 4:30pm 

Cesar Chavez Library --

Toddler Tales: Fridays, 10:00am - 10:45am