Central Florida Libraries and Story Time Guide
This Central Florida Libraries Storytime Guide provides information for libraries and story times for the littles throughout the Central Florida area.
what you’ll find in this guide:
‣ library branches throughout Central Florida
‣ story time information
Downtown Orlando
7391 W. Colonial Drive
Orlando, FL
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon – Thu: 10AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat: 10AM – 6PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Zero to Five Storytime
Every Monday 10:15 – 10:45AM
Recommended for babies, toddlers and preschoolers ages 0-5. From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills.
101 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando, FL
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon – Thu: 10AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat: 10AM – 6PM
Sun: 1 – 5:30PM
101 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando, FL
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon – Thu: 10AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat: 10AM – 6PM
Sun: 1 – 6PM
Story Time: Family Storytime
Every Saturday 11:00 – 11:30AM
Storytime is the right time for family time. Reading together is a wonderful way to bond and learn from one another. Bring your families together for fun stories that are designed for all ages. Recommended for all ages. This storytime lasts approximately 25 minutes.
4600 S. Orange Blossom Trail
Orlando, FL
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon – Thu: 10AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat: 10AM – 6PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Zero to Five Storytime
Every Friday 10:15 – 11AM, in Meeting Room 1
From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills. Recommended for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. This storytime lasts approximately 25 minutes.
5575 S. Semoran Blvd.
Orlando, FL
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon – Thu: 10AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat: 10AM – 6PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Various Themes Story Time
Every Monday 10:15 – 11:00AM
Recommended for ages 3-5. Space is limited for this program. Customers will be admitted on a first come, first served basis.
Story Time: Storybook Fun
Every Wednesday 10:15 – 10:40AM, in Meeting Room 2
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for ages 3-5. Designed especially for preschoolers, Storybook Fun lasts approximately 25 minutes.
Story Time: Toddler Time
Every Wednesday 10:45 – 11:05AM, in Meeting Room 2
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for toddlers 18-36 months. Designed especially for toddlers, Toddler Time lasts approximately 20 minutes.
7255 Della Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon – Thu: 10AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat: 10AM – 6PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Storybook Fun
Every Thursday 10:30 – 10:55AM
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Designed especially for preschoolers, Storybook Fun lasts approximately 25 minutes.
Story Time: Toddler Time
Every Thursday 11:00 – 11:25AM
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for toddlers 18-36 months. Designed especially for toddlers, Toddler Time lasts approximately 20 minutes.
Story Time: Tiny Tales
Every Thursday 11:30 – 11:45AM
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0 to 18 months. Designed especially for babies, Tiny Tales lasts approximately 15 minutes.
5151 Raleigh St., Suite A
Orlando, FL 32811
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon – Thu: 10AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat: 10AM – 6PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Zero to Five Storytime
Every Tuesday 10:15 – 10:45AM, in the Children’s Area
From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills. Recommended for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. This storytime lasts approximately 25 minutes.
East Orlando
870 N. Chickasaw Trail
Orlando, FL
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon – Thu 10AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat 10AM – 6PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Tiny Tales
Every Tuesday 10:15 – 10:30AM, in the Combined Meeting Room
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0 to 18 months. Designed especially for babies, Tiny Tales lasts approximately 15 minutes.
Story Time: Storybook Fun
Every Tuesday 11:15 – 11:40AM, in the Combined Meeting Room
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Designed especially for preschoolers, Storybook Fun lasts approximately 25 minutes.
12000 E. Colonial Drive
Orlando, FL
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon – Thu 10AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat 10AM – 6PM
Sun 1PM – 6PM
Story Time: Tiny Tales
Every Friday 10:15 – 10:30AM, in Meeting Room 1
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0 to 18 months. Designed especially for babies, Tiny Tales lasts approximately 15 minutes.
Story Time: Toddler Time
Every Friday 10:45 – 11:05AM, in Meeting Room 1
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for toddlers 18-36 months. Designed especially for toddlers, Toddler Time lasts approximately 20 minutes.
Story Time: Storybook Fun
Every Friday 11:15 – 11:40AM, in Meeting Room 1
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Designed especially for preschoolers, Storybook Fun lasts approximately 25 minutes.
Apopka/Wekiva/Longwood
1211 E. Semoran Blvd.
Apopka, FL 32703
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon – Thu: 10AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat: 10AM – 6PM
Sun: 1 – 6PM
Story Time: Storybook Fun
Every Wednesday 10:15 – 10:45AM, in the Meeting Room
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for ages 3-5. Designed especially for preschoolers, Storybook Fun lasts approximately 25 minutes.
Story Time: Toddler Time
Every Wednesday 10:45 – 11:15AM, in Meeting Room 2
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Designed especially for toddlers, Toddler Time lasts approximately 20 minutes.
Seminole County – West Branch
245 N. Hunt Club Blvd
Longwood, FL
Call: 407-665-1670
Mon – Thurs: 9AM – 8PM
Fri and Sat: 9AM – 5PM
Sun: 1 – 5PM
Story Time: Mother Goose on the Loose
Every Tuesday 9:30 – 9:50AM, 10 – 10:20AM, 10:30 – 10:50AM
Mother Goose on the Loose (20 minute program for children birth to 18 months with adult) – Join us for the nationally recognized Mother Goose on the Loose early literacy program. Enjoy interacting with your wee one as you hear stories, learn nursery rhymes and finger-plays, sing, and move.
Story Time: Toddler Time
Every Wednesday 9:30 – 9:50AM, 10 – 10:20AM, 10:30 – 10:50AM
Toddler Time (20 minute program for children 18 months to age 3 with adult) – Stories, songs, puppets and finger-plays just for toddlers, while introducing early literacy concepts for parents and caregivers.
Story Time: Preschool Storytime
Every Thursday 10 – 10:20AM, 11 – 11:20AM
Preschool Storytime (20 minute program for children 3-5 years old with adult) – Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets and more that encourage development of early literacy skills.
Winter Garden/Ocoee/Clermont
805 E. Plant St.
Winter Garden, FL
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon – Thu: 10AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat: 10AM – 6PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Storybook Fun
Every Friday 10:15 – 10:40AM, in the Program Area
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Designed especially for preschoolers, Storybook Fun lasts approximately 25 minutes.
Story Time: Toddler Time
Every Wednesday 10:45 – 11:10AM, in Program Area
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for toddlers 18-36 months. Designed especially for toddlers, Toddler Time lasts approximately 20 minutes.
West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center
1821 E. Silver Star Road
Ocoee, FL
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon-Thurs: 10AM – 7PM
Fri and Sat: 10AM – 6PM
Sun: 1 – 6PM
Story Time: Tiny Tales
Every Thursday 10:15 – 10:30AM, in the Children’s Area
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0 to 18 months. Designed especially for babies, Tiny Tales lasts approximately 15 minutes.
Story Time: Toddler Time
Every Thursday 10:45 – 11:05AM, in the Children’s Area
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Designed especially for toddlers, Toddler Time lasts approximately 20 minutes.
Story Time: Storybook Fun
Every Thursday 11:15 – 11:40AM
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Designed especially for preschoolers, Storybook Fun lasts approximately 25 minutes.
530 Main St.
Windermere, FL
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon – Thu 10AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat 10AM – 6PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Storybook Fun
Every Thursday 10:15 – 10:40AM
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Designed especially for preschoolers, Storybook Fun lasts approximately 25 minutes.
Story Time: Toddler Time
Every Thursday 10:45 – 11:10AM
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for toddlers 18-36 months. Designed especially for toddlers, Toddler Time lasts approximately 20 minutes.
Story Time: Tiny Tales
Every Thursday 11:15 – 11:30AM
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0 to 18 months. Designed especially for babies, Tiny Tales lasts approximately 15 minutes.
Cagan Crossings Community Library
16729 Cagan Oaks
Clermont, FL
Call: 352-243-1840
Story Time – WEE Story Time, Meeting Room A&B
Every Tuesday 11:00 – 11:30am
Stories, finger play, books, bubbles and toys! Ages 0-4!
Story Time – Shake, Rattle & READ, Meeting Room A&B
Every Thursday 11:00am – 12:00pm
Stories, movement and crafts! Ages 0-4!
Cooper Memorial Library
2525 Oakley Seaver Drive
Clermont, FL
Call: 352-536-2275
Story Time – Library & Me Story Time, Story Room
Every Tuesday 11:00am – 12:00pm
Join Miss Jessica, Miss Ivanna, and Ms. Becca in the Story Room for an all-ages storytime full of music, movement, and fun! Then stick around for our Craft-With-Me session afterwards and make a themed weekly craft. We offer two 30-minute sessions (11AM, and 11:30AM), so feel free to attend whichever session works best for your schedule! Ages 0-4!
Helen Lehmann Memorial Library
17435 Fifth St.
Montverde, FL
Call: 407-469-3838
Mon – Thurs: 8:30AM – 6:30PM
Fri – Sun: Closed
Marianne Beck Memorial Library
112 W. Central Ave.
Howey-in-the-Hills, FL
Call: 352-324-0254
Story Time: Story Time
Every Friday 12:00 – 1:00 PM, in the Library Education Center
Join us Friday at noon for story time! Read a story and make a themed craft! All ages welcome!
Marion Baysinger Memorial County Library
756 W. Broad St.
Groveland, FL
Call: 352-429-5840
Story Time: Story Time
Every Wednesday 10:30 – 11:45 AM, in the Meeting Room
Children ages 5 and under are invited to join us for music & movement and a story. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver to attend.
Minneola Schoolhouse Library
100 S. Main Ave.
Minneola, FL
Call: 352-432-3921
Story Time: Library Story Time
Every Friday 11:00 – 11:30 AM, in Main Library
Join us at the library every Friday for stories, song, dance and play. The story time is geared for ages 0-5, but all are welcome.
Maitland/Altamonte
200 E. Kennedy Blvd.
Eatonville, FL
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon – Thu 10AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat 10AM – 6PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Zero to Five Storytime
Every Thursday 10:15 – 10:45AM
From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills. Recommended for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. This storytime lasts approximately 25 minutes.
902 Lee Road, Suite 26
Orlando, FL
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon – Thu 10AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat 10AM – 6PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Zero to Five Storytime
Every Monday 10:15 – 10:45AM
From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills. Recommended for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. This storytime lasts approximately 25 minutes.
Jean Rhein Central Branch
215 N. Oxford Road
Casselberry, FL
Call: 407-665-1500
Mon-Thurs, 9AM – 8PM
Fri and Sat, 9AM – 5PM
Sun,1PM – 5PM
Story Time: Toddler Time
Every Tuesday 10 – 10:20AM, 10:45 – 11:05AM and 11:30 – 11:50 AM
Toddler Time (20 minute program for children 18 months to age 3 with adult) – Stories, songs, puppets and finger-plays just for toddlers, while introducing early literacy concepts for parents and caregivers. Registration Required.
Story Time: Mother Goose on the Loose
Every Wednesday 10 – 10:20AM, 10:45 – 11:05AM and 11:30 – 11:50 AM
Mother Goose on the Loose (20 minute program for children birth to 18 months with adult) – Join us for the nationally recognized Mother Goose on the Loose early literacy program. Enjoy interacting with your wee one as you hear stories, learn nursery rhymes and finger-plays, sing, and move. Registration Required.
Story Time: Preschool Storytime
Every Thursday 10 – 10:20AM, 10:45 – 11:05AM and 11:30 – 11:50 AM
Preschool Storytime (20 minute program for children 3-5 years old with adult) – Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets and more that encourage development of early literacy skills. Registration Required.
Story Time: Family Storytime
Every Saturday 10 – 10:30AM
Family Storytime (30 minute program for families with children 0-5) – Practicing early literacy and pre- reading skills is fun with stories, songs, and fingerplays! The storytime is geared toward 0-5, but the whole family is welcome. Registration Required.
City Library
281 Maitland Ave.
Altamonte Springs, FL
Call: 407-571-8830
Mon – Thurs: 10AM – 7PM
Fri and Sat: 10AM – 4PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Afternoon Adventurers
Every Monday 4 – 5:30PM
Weekly story time for grades 3 to 5. Sessions include reading book chapters aloud followed by hands-on activities connected to the book’s theme.
Story Time: Together Time Tales
Every Tuesday 11AM
Special story times for ages birth to 3 and their caregivers. Sessions focus on bonding and the basics of learning.
Story Time: Little Listeners
Every Friday 11AM
Fun story time sessions that include books, music, movement and interactive story elements for ages 3 to 5.
Winter Park/College Park/Baldwin Park
Winter Park Library
1052 W Morse Blvd
Winter Park FL
Mon – Thurs: 9AM – 9PM
Fri and Sat: 9AM – 6PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Bouncing Babies!
Tuesday 9:15 – 10AM
Hold your little ones on your laps while they listen to playful stories, songs and rhymes that introduce them to the sounds and rhythms of the spoken word. We encourage full and active participation of accompanying adults. Enrollment is required per baby/caregiver and accompanying siblings should be listed in the notes. In the Imagination Room. For kids from birth – 12 months of age.
Story Time: Wobbly Walkers
Every Tuesday 10:15 – 11AM
Singing, dancing and moving to rhymes and simple stories will introduce young children to the joys of language and literature. We encourage full and active participation of accompanying adults. Enrollment is required per baby/caregiver and accompanying siblings should be listed in the notes. Someone will check you in at the door to confirm your reservation. Please cancel your enrollment if you can’t make it to the class, failure to do so may result in placement on the wait list for future sessions. In Imagination Room. For kids 13 – 24 months of age.
Story Time: Tales for Twos
Every Wednesday 9:15 – 10AM
Bring your terrific tots to this interactive storytime that includes fun with books, songs, fingerplays and movement. We encourage full and active participation of the accompanying adults. Enrollment is required per child/caregiver and accompanying siblings should be listed in the notes. Someone will check you in at the door to confirm your reservation. Please cancel your enrollment if you can’t make it to the class, failure to do so may result in placement on the wait list for future sessions. In Imagination Room. For kids 24 – 36 months of age.
Story Time: Preschool Express
Every Wednesday 10:15 – 11AM
Preschoolers will enjoy listening and learning through stories, song, and play. We encourage full and active participation of the accompanying adult. Enrollment is required per child/caregiver and accompanying siblings should be listed in the notes. Someone will check you in at the door to confirm your reservation. Please cancel your enrollment if you can’t make it to the class, failure to do so may result in placement on the wait list for future sessions. In Imagination Room. For kids 3 – 5 years of age.
Deltona/DeLand
Deltona Regional Library
2150 Eustace Ave
Deltona, FL
Call: 386-789-7207
Mon – Thurs: 9AM – 7PM
Fri and Sat: 9AM – 5PM
Sun: 12 – 5PM
Story Time: Outdoor Storytime
Every Thursday 11 – 11:30AM
Visit the Deltona Regional Library for outdoor storytime. Families will enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays in a socially distanced, open-air environment. Registration is not required. Weather permitting.
DeLand Regional Library
130 E Howry Ave
DeLand, FL
Call: 386-822-6430
Mon – Thurs: 9AM – 7PM
Fri and Sat: 9AM – 5PM
Sun: 12 – 5PM
Story Time: Mother Goose on the Loose
Every Tuesday 10 – 11AM
Mother Goose on the Loose is an interactive 21st Century literacy program designed for children ages 0-24 months. Children and caregivers are introduced to formative building blocks of literacy through nursery rhymes, stories, fingerplays and music; in a fun and education environment. May include time for unstructured play and socialization.
Story Time: Toddler Time
Every Wednesday 10 – 10:30AM
Toddler Time is an interactive, 21st Century literacy program designed for children ages 18 months-3 years. Children and caregivers are introduced to basic building blocks of literacy through stories, rhymes, and music; in a fun and educational environment. Programs may end with a brief S.T.R.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math) activity. In the Auditorium.
Story Time: Ready to Learn Pre-K Storytime
Every Thursday 10 – 10:55AM
Ready to Learn Pre-K Storytime is an interactive 21st Century literacy program designed for children ages 3-5 years old. Children and caregivers are introduced to a wide variety of kindergarten readiness skills through stories, rhymes, music, and motor activities; in a fun and education environment. Programs will end with a brief S.T.R.E.A.M. activity (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math) or with skill development stations.
Story Time: Wiggle, Giggle, Groove
Every Thursday 11 – 11:30AM Wiggle, Giggle, Groove is an interactive physical literacy program. Children and caregivers are introduced to basic movements designed to build coordination, motor skills, rhythm and flexibility during this lively, music-filled program. Ages 2-5 years old. In the Auditorium.
54905 Alco Road
Astor, FL
Call: 352-759-9913
Mon – Thurs: 9AM – 7PM
Fri: Closed
Sat: 9AM – 1PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Jonny & the Puppets
Every Wednesday 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Join Jonny & the Puppets for storytime fun! Hear great stories, watch puppet shows, sing songs, do zany dances, and more! This storytime is live in person at the Astor County Library or you can watch live on Lake County Library System’s Facebook page!
Kissimmee
1702 Deerfield Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32837
Call: 407-835-7323
Mon – Thu 10AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat 10AM – 6PM
Sun 1 – 6PM
Story Time: Storybook Fun
Every Monday 10:15 – 10:40AM, in the Children’s Area
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Designed especially for preschoolers, Storybook Fun lasts approximately 25 minutes.
Story Time: Tiny Tales
Every Monday 11:15 – 11:30AM, in the Children’s Area
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0 to 18 months. Designed especially for babies, Tiny Tales lasts approximately 15 minutes.
Buenaventura Lakes Library
405 Buenaventura Blvd
Kissimmee, FL
Call: 407-742-8888
Mon – Thurs: 9AM – 9PM
Fri and Sat: 9AM – 6PM
Sun: 12 – 6PM
Story Time: Baby and Me
Every Wednesday 9:30 – 10AM
Hug your little one while sharing this special first-time experience. This storytime introduces books with play time and repetitive music. Age: Birth-18 months
Story Time: Great Beginnings Storytime
Every Wednesday 10:30 – 11AM
Encourage your child’s love of reading with great books and enrichment activities that build early literacy skills. Ages 18 months-5 years old.
Story Time: Rhythm, Rhyme and Storytime
Every Wednesday 2 – 2:30PM
Sing, swing, and sway through this program dedicated to music and movement! Finger plays, rhythm movement, and dancing create the perfect opportunity for fun-filled learning as you watch your child develop their vocabulary, counting skills, creative thinking, and listening skills. Ages 2 – 5 years old.
Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral
211 E Dakin Ave
Kissimmee, FL
Call: 407-742-8888
Mon – Thurs: 9AM – 9PM
Fri and Sat: 9AM – 6PM
Sun: 12 – 6PM
Story Time: Baby & Me
Every Monday 10 – 10:30AM
Hug your little one while sharing this special first-time experience. This storytime introduces books with play time and repetitive music. Age: Birth-18 months.
Story Time: Great Beginnings Storytime
Most Mondays 11 – 11:30AM
Encourage your child’s love of reading with great books and enrichment activities that build early literacy skills. Ages 18 months-5 years old.
Kenansville Library
1154 S Canoe Creek Rd
Kenansville, FL
Call: 407-742-8888
Mon – Tues: Closed
Wed: 10AM – 6PM
Thurs: Closed
Fri and Sat: 10AM – 6PM
Sun: Closed
Poinciana Library
101 N Doverplum Ave
Kissimmee, FL
Call: 407-742-8888
Mon – Thurs: 9AM – 9PM
Fri and Sat: 9AM – 6PM
Sun: 12 – 6PM
Story Time: Rhythm, Rhyme & Storytime
Most Tuesdays 10:30 – 11AM
Sing, swing, and sway through this program dedicated to music and movement! Finger plays, rhythm movement, and dancing create the perfect opportunity for fun-filled learning as you watch your child develop their vocabulary, counting skills, creative thinking, and listening skills. Ages 2 – 5 years old.
West Osceola Library
305 Campus Street
Celebration, FL
Call: 407-742-8888
Mon – Thurs 9AM – 9PM
Fri and Sat: 9AM – 6PM
Sun: 12 – 6PM
Story Time: Rhythm, Rhyme & Storytime
Every Tuesday 10 – 10:30AM
Sing, swing, and sway through this program dedicated to music and movement! Finger plays, rhythm movement, and dancing create the perfect opportunity for fun-filled learning as you watch your child develop their vocabulary, counting skills, creative thinking, and listening skills. Ages 2 – 5 years old.
Story Time: Baby & Me
Every Tuesday 11 – 11:30AM
Hug your little one while sharing this special first-time experience. This storytime introduces books with play time and repetitive music. Age: Birth-18 months.
Lake Mary/Sanford
Seminole County North Branch
150 N. Palmetto Ave
Sanford, FL
Call: 407-665-1620
Mon-Thurs: 9AM – 8PM
Fri and Sat: 9AM – 5PM
Sun: 1PM – 5PM
Story Time: Mother Goose on the Loose
Every Monday 10 – 10:20AM
Mother Goose on the Loose: (20 minute program for children birth to 18 months with adult) – Join us for the nationally-recognized Mother Goose on the Loose early literacy program. Enjoy interacting with your wee one as you hear stories, learn nursery rhymes and finger-plays, sing, and move. Pre-registration is required; space is limited.
Story Time: Preschool Storytime
Every Tuesday 10 – 10:20AM
Preschool Storytime (20 minute program for children 3-5 years old with adult) -Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets and more that encourage development of early literacy skills. Pre-registration is required; space is limited.
Story Time: Todder Time
Every Thursday 10 – 10:20AM, 10:45 – 11:05AM
Toddler Time: (20 minute program, for children 18 months-3 years old with adult) -Stories, songs, puppets and finger-plays just for toddlers, while introducing early literacy concepts for parents and caregivers. Pre-registration is required; space is limited.
Seminole County Northwest Branch
580 Green Way Blvd
Lake Mary, FL
Call: 407-665-1640
Mon-Thurs: 9AM – 8PM
Fri and Sat: 9AM – 5PM
Sunday: 1PM – 5PM
Story Time: Mother Goose on the Loose
Every Monday 9:30 – 9:50AM, 10 – 10:20AM, 10:30 – 10:50AM
Mother Goose on the Loose (20 minute program for children birth to 18 months with adult) – Join us for the nationally recognized Mother Goose on the Loose early literacy program. Enjoy interacting with your wee one as you hear stories, learn nursery rhymes and finger-plays, sing, and move with scarves, and shake bells.
Story Time: Preschool Storytime
Every Tuesday 9:30 – 9:50AM, 10 – 10:20AM, 10:30 – 10:50AM
Preschool Storytime (20 minute program for children 3-5 years old with adult) – Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets and more that encourage development of early literacy skills.
Story Time: Toddler Time
Every Thursday 9:30 – 9:50AM, 10 – 10:20AM, 10:30 – 10:50AM
Toddler Time (20 minute program for children 18 months to age 3 with adult) – Stories, songs, puppets and finger- plays just for toddlers, while introducing early literacy concepts for parents and caregivers.
Oviedo/Winter Springs
Seminole County East Branch
310 Division St
Oviedo, FL
Call: 407-665-1560
Mon-Thurs: 9AM – 8PM
Fri and Sat: 9AM – 5PM
Sun: 1 – 5PM
Story Time: Mother Goose on the Loose
Every Tuesday 9:30 – 9:50AM, 10:15 – 10:35AM, 11 – 11:20AM
Mother Goose on the Loose (20 minute program for children birth to 18 months with adult) – Join us for the nationally recognized Mother Goose on the Loose early literacy program. Enjoy interacting with your wee one as you hear stories, learn nursery rhymes and finger plays, sing, move with scarves, and shake bells. Pre-registration is required; space is limited
Story Time: Preschool Storytime
Every Wednesday 10:15 – 10:35AM, 11 – 11:20AM
Preschool Storytime (20 minute program for children 3-5 years old with adult) – Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets and more that encourage development of early literacy skills. Pre-registration is required; space is limited.
Story Time: Toddler Time
Every Thursday 9:30 – 9:50AM, 10:15 – 10:35AM, 11 – 11:20AM
Toddler Time (20 minute program for children 18 months to age 3 with adult) – Stories, songs, puppets and finger-plays just for toddlers, while introducing early literacy concepts for parents and caregivers. Pre-registration is required; space is limited
Lake Nona/St. Cloud
Veterans Memorial Library
810 13th Street
St. Cloud, FL
Call: 407-742-8888
Mon – Thurs: 9AM – 9PM
Fri and Sat: 9AM – 6PM
Sun: 12 – 6PM
Story Time: Rhythm, Rhyme & Storytime
Every Wednesday 10 – 10:30AM
Sing, swing, and sway through this program dedicated to music and movement! Finger plays, rhythm movement, and dancing create the perfect opportunity for fun-filled learning as you watch your child develop their vocabulary, counting skills, creative thinking, and listening skills. Ages 2 – 5 years old.
Mt. Dora
Umatilla Public Library
412 Hatfield Drive
Umatilla, FL
Call: 352-669-3284
Mon – Wed: 9AM – 6PM
Thurs and Fri: 9AM – 5PM
Sat: 9AM – 12PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Toddler Train
Every Wednesday 11:00 – 11:30 AM, in the Program Room
All aboard the Toddler Train for an active story time designed for ages 16-36 months, with a caregiver. Playgroup follows.
Story Time: Storytime Station
Every Thursday 11:00 – 11:45 AM, in the Teen Room
Ride the reading train into Storytime Station. Storytime Station is best for children aged 3 to 5 years, but all ages are welcome with a caregiver. Afterwards join us for craft time.
Paisley County Library
24954 County Road 42
Paisley, FL
Call: 352-669-1001
Mon – Thurs: 9AM – 7PM
Fri: Closed
Sat: 9AM – 1PM
Sun: Closed
Tavares Public Library
314 N. New Hampshire Ave.
Tavares, FL
Call: 352-742-6204
Mon: 9:30AM – 7PM
Tue and Wed: 9:30AM – 6PM
Thurs: 9:30AM – 7PM
Fri: 9:30AM – 6PM
Sat: 9:30AM – 5PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Story Time
Every Wednesday 10:00 – 10:30 AM, in the Expansion Programming Area
Stories and songs followed by play time. For children ages 0 – 5.
Eustis Memorial Library
120 North Center St.
Eustis, FL 32726
Call: 352-357-5686
Mon: 10AM – 5PM
Tue: 10AM – 8PM
Wed: 10AM – 5PM
Thurs: 10AM – 8PM
Fri: 10AM – 5PM
Sat and Sun: Closed
Story Time: Family Story Time
Every Wednesday 10:30 – 11:00 am
Early listening and literacy skills are developed during 30 minutes of books, songs, fingerplays, & more in this classic storytime. For toddlers and pre-k and their caregivers.
East Lake Mini Library
24809 Wallick Rd.
Sorrento, FL
Call: 352-383-9980
Mon – Thurs: 10AM – 6PM
Fri: Closed
Sat: 10AM – 6PM
Sun: Closed
W.T. Bland Public Library
1995 N. Donnelly St.
Mount Dora, FL
Call: 352-735-7180
Mon: 10AM – 6PM
Tue and Wed: 10AM – 8PM
Thurs and Fri: 10AM – 6PM
Sat: 10AM – 5PM
Sun: 1 – 6PM
Story Time: Preschool Story Time/Stay & Play
Every Thursday 10:30 – 11:30 AM in Children’s Program Room
Grow your early readers at the Library! Preschoolers and their younger siblings are welcome to gather and enjoy music, stories & puppets. Hang out with us after story time to Stay & Play with educational toys and activities. Ages 0-4!
Story Time: Sweet Peas – A Baby Story Time
Every Friday 10:30 AM – 11:25 AM in Children’s Program Room
A special story time for babies up to 15 months as well as expectant parents. Meet other caregivers while supporting your baby’s early development needs. Infant story times are structured differently because the needs of babies are so different! Parents and babies are welcome to stay for play and explore following the story time.
Story Time: Story Birds Story Time
Every Tuesday 10:30 – 11:30 AM, in Children’s Program Room
This story time offers stories, puppets, songs and rhymes for preschoolers, with a focus on outdoors and the natural world. Age appropriate science-based discovery and learning occurs after story time, and usually takes place in our Butterfly Garden.
Story Time: Toddler Time
Every Wednesday 10:30 – 11:00 AM, in Children’s Program Room
Grow your early readers at the Library! Ages birth to 2 1/2 are welcome to gather and enjoy music, stories, puppets and bubbles. Our story times welcome children of all abilities.
Lakeland
Eagle Lake Public Library
75 North 7th St
Eagle Lake, FL
Call: 863-293-2914
Mon – Fri: 9AM – 4:45PM
Sat and Sun: Closed
Bartow Public Library
2150 South Broadway Ave
Bartow, FL
Call: 863-534-0131
Mon – Thurs: 9AM – 8PM
Fri and Sat: 9AM – 5PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Storytime for 3-5 year olds
Every Tuesday 10 – 10:45AM
Story Time: Storytime for 6-8 year olds
Every Tuesday 3 – 4PM
Story Time: Storytime for 18 months – 2 years
Every Thursday 10 – 10:30AM
Dundee Public Library
202 East Main St
Dundee, FL
Call: 863-438-8330
Mon – Fri: 10AM – 6PM
Sat: 9AM – 1PM
Sun: Closed
Haines City Public Library
111 North 6th St
Haines City, FL
Call: 863-421-3633
Mon – Fri: 10AM – 6PM
Sat: 10AM – 3PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Preschool Storytime 3-5 year olds
Every Wednesday 10:30 – 11:30AM
Story Time: Toddler Time
Every Thursday 10:30-11:30AM
Lake Alfred Public Library
245 North Seminole Ave
Lake Alfred, FL
Call: 863-291-5378
Mon – Fri: 9AM – 6PM
Sat: 9AM – 3PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Honeybee Storytime
Every Wednesday 10 – 11AM
Lakeland Public Library
100 Lake Morton Dr
Lakeland, FL
Call: 863-834-4280
Mon – Thurs: 9AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat: 9AM – 5PM
Sun: 1:30 – 5PM
Story Time: Storytime
Every Wednesday 10 – 11AM
Larry R. Jackson Branch Library – Lakeland Public Library
1700 N Florida Ave
Lakeland, FL
Call: 863-834-4288
Mon – Thurs: 9AM – 7PM
Fri – Sat: 9AM – 5PM
Sun: Closed
Mulberry Public Library
905 Northeast 5th St
Mulberry, FL
Call: 863-425-8287
Mon – Wed: 9AM – 6PM
Thurs: 9AM – 7PM
Fri and Sat: 9AM – 5PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Preschool Story Time
Every Wednesday 9:30 – 10:30AM
Reservation is required for some programming. Programming will take place either in our outdoor pavilion or upstairs at the Civic Center.
Story Time: Preschool Story Time
Every Wednesday 10:30 – 11:30AM
Reservation is required for some programming. Programming will take place either in our outdoor pavilion or upstairs at the Civic Center.
Polk City Community Library
215 South Bougainvillea Ave
Polk City, FL
Call: 863-984-4340
Mon – Fri: 9AM – 5PM
Sat and Sun: Closed
Winter Haven Public Library
325 Avenue A Northwest
Winter Haven, FL
Call: 863-291-5880
Mon – Thurs: 10AM – 6PM
Fri and Sat: 9AM – 5PM
Sun: Closed
Story Time: Little Sprouts Story Time
Every Tuesday 10:30 – 11:30AM
Story Time: Little Sprouts Story Time
Every Wednesday 10:30 – 11:30AM
