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Children's Programs Ages 0-2
Book Babies
Book BabiesFridays
10 AM & 11 AM
Story Circle

Age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays, and puppets for babies and a parent/caregiver.
Early Literacy Workshop
Early Literacy WorkshopTuesday, February 11
5 PM
Story Room

Come participate in activities that will help prepare your child for reading! This program is geared toward children ages 2-3 years old with a parent/caregiver.
Stories in the Studio
Stories in the StudioEpisodes of Stories in the Studio are on YouTube.
Take & Make Crafts
T&MPick up a free take-home craft kit for children ages 0-12, limit 8 kits per family.

New craft kits are available to Provo City Library cardholders each month. Kits can be picked up Monday - Saturday at the Children's Reference Desk during regular library hours. Kits are available throughout the month, beginning on the first Monday of the month, while supplies last.
Toddler Time
Toddler TimeTuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
10:05 & 11:05 AM
Story Circle

Stories, songs, fingerplays, and puppets for toddlers (ages 1-2) and preschoolers not ready to separate from their parents. Caregivers must accompany children.
Children's Programs Ages 3-5
Hands-On Story Time
Hands-On Story TimeWednesdays
1 PM
Story Room

Each week we will focus on different literacy skills (visual, scientific, movement, etc.) and will include cooperative prompts and activities to do with your child. Due to the hands-on nature of this story time, please note that class size will be small. Registration will open online on Mondays at 9:00 a.m.

Preschool Time
Preschool TimeTuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
10 AM & 11 AM
Story Room

Stories, songs, fingerplays, and puppets for preschoolers (ages 3-5) ready to be separated from their parents. Please arrive on time. Latecomers are welcome to attend Toddler Time.
Stories in the Studio
Stories in the StudioEpisodes of Stories in the Studio are on YouTube.
Take & Make Crafts
T&MPick up a free take-home craft kit for children ages 0-12, limit 8 kits per family.

New craft kits are available to Provo City Library cardholders each week. Kits can be picked up Monday - Saturday at the Children's Reference Desk during regular library hours. Kits are available throughout the week while supplies last.
Children's Programs Ages 5-8
Homeschool Hangout
Homeschool Hangout4th Tuesdays
2:00 PM
Story Room

An opportunity for homeschool kids (ages 5-12) and their caregivers to socialize as they play board games, color, play with toys, or read books.
Homeschool STEAM Time
Homeschool STEAM Time2nd Tuesdays
2 PM
Story Room

Kids ages 5-12 are invited to join us each month to learn about a new subject and participate in a STEAM challenge. Younger siblings and caregivers are invited to play with toys in the Story Circle during the program.
LEGO Crew
LEGO CrewWednesdays
4:15 PM
Story Room

You bring the imagination, and we'll provide the LEGOs! Simple building concepts for kids to construct on their own or in a group. Finished creations will be put on display. For kids ages 5-8.

Register online the Monday before each program starting at 9 AM.
Library Kids
Library KidsThursdays
4:15 PM
Young Special Events Room #201

Literacy-based crafts and activities for kids ages 5-8.

Register online the Monday before each program starting at 9 AM.
Take & Make Crafts
T&MPick up a free take-home craft kit for children ages 0-12, limit 8 kits per family.

New craft kits are available to Provo City Library cardholders each month. Kits can be picked up Monday - Saturday at the Children's Reference Desk during regular library hours. Kits are available throughout the month, beginning on the first Monday of the month, while supplies last.
Children's Programs Ages 9-12
Homeschool Hangout
Homeschool Hangout4th Tuesdays
2:00 PM
Story Room

An opportunity for homeschool kids (ages 5-12) and their caregivers to socialize as they play board games, color, play with toys, or read books.
Homeschool STEAM Time
Homeschool STEAM Time2nd Tuesdays
2 PM
Story Room

Kids ages 5-12 are invited to join us each month to learn about a new subject and participate in a STEAM challenge. Younger siblings and caregivers are invited to play with toys in the Story Circle during the program.
Girls Read
Girls Read4th Tuesday
7 PM
Story Room

Join us for book talks, fun crafts, and light refreshments! For kids ages 9-12 with a caregiver.
Guys Read
Guys Read4th Thursdays
7 PM
Story Room

Join us for book talks, fun crafts, and light refreshments! For ages 9-12 with a caregiver.

* Please note, November Guys Read will be held on the 3rd Thursday

Take & Make Crafts
T&MPick up a free take-home craft kit for children ages 0-12, limit 8 kits per family.

New craft kits are available to Provo City Library cardholders each month. Kits can be picked up Monday - Saturday at the Children's Reference Desk during regular library hours. Kits are available throughout the month, beginning on the first Monday of the month, while supplies last.
Tween Minecraft
Tween Minecraft Club2nd & 4th Wednesdays
4:00 PM
Shaw Programming Room #260

Come explore the world of Minecraft! Tween (ages 9-12) players of all levels welcome.
Tween Thursdays
Tween ThursdaysThursdays
4:15 PM
Story Room

Calling all Tweens! Join us for a program just for you! For kids ages 9-12.

Register online the Monday before each program starting at 9 AM.
Children's Programs for Families
Creator Kit
Snowy Owl
Snowy OwlBorrow a kit of craft supplies based on a different theme each month! For use in the Library only.

First Floor Reference Desk
Family Movie Night
Up!
Up!Monday, January 27
7 PM
Story Room

Come watch Up! (Disney/Pixar) at the library! Blankets are welcome.
Children's Programs in Spanish
Cuentitos
CuentitosViernes at 9:30 AM
Story Circle

Cuentos apropiados para la edad, canciones, y juegos de dedos para bebés y padres en español.
Cuentos
CuentosLunes at 6:30 PM
Story Circle
Viernes at 10:30 AM
Story Room

Música, cuentos, y actividades para los niños y sus padres o encargados.

Cuentos en el estudio
Cuentos en el estudioMúsica y cuentos para los niños en YouTube.
Mariposas de arcilla
Mariposas de arcillaSábado, Febrero 8
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Story Room

¡Ven a la biblioteca para hacer una mariposa con arcilla!
Illustration of a fairy

Fairy Tea

Fairy Tea is an annual event for children 3+ and their parents or caregivers. Children are invited to wear their best fairy finery and participate in a dainty tea party with live ballet, music, and other fairy fun.

More Information

Illustration of a book with fantastical creatures coming from the pages.

The Great Genre Challenge for Kids

Expand your reading comfort zone and join The Great Genre for Kids! Read and explore books from 11 different genres by the end of the year to earn a prize! For kids ages 0-12

Sign Up Here

500 Books Before Middle School

For kids ages 6-12 who have not started middle school, enjoy this multi-year, self-paced program! Track your progress on Beanstack and check in every 50 books for a prize. Let yourself enjoy reading while earning prizes!

Sign Up Here

Sat, Feb 22, All day
Provo Library - Children's Desk
Guess which book character each snowperson is dressed as and turn your paper in at the Children's Desk for a small prize!

Sat, Feb 22, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Provo Library - Bullock Room #309
Provo City Library card holders can purchase tickets ($8) to attend Fairy Tea on March 7 & 8.

Mon, Feb 24, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Provo Library - Story Room
Come watch The Little Mermaid (Disney, 2023) at the library! Blankets are welcome.

Tue, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
An opportunity for homeschool kids (ages 5-12) and their caregivers to socialize as they play board games, color, play with toys, or read books.

Tue, Feb 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
Join us for book talks, fun crafts, and light refreshments! For kids ages 9-12.

Wed, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Shaw Programming Room #260
Come explore the world of Minecraft! Tween (ages 9-12) players of all levels welcome.
Registration opens Monday, February 24 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Feb 26, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
You bring the imagination, and we'll provide the LEGOs! Simple building concepts for kids to construct on their own or in a group. Finished creations will be put on display. For kids ages 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, February 24 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Feb 27, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Young Special Events Room #201
Literacy-based programs for children ages 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, February 24 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Feb 27, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
Calling all Tweens! Join us each Thursday for a program just for you! For kids ages 9-12.
Registration opens Monday, February 24 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Feb 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
Join us for book talks, fun crafts, and light refreshments! For ages 9-12.

Mon, Mar 03, All day
Take Home Crafts
Pick up a free take-home craft kit for children ages 0-12, limit 8 kits per family.

Wed, Mar 05, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
You bring the imagination, and we'll provide the LEGOs! Simple building concepts for kids to construct on their own or in a group. Finished creations will be put on display. For kids ages 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Mar 06, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library
Calling all Tweens! Join us each Thursday for a program just for you! For kids ages 9-12.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Mar 06, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Young Special Events Room #201
Literacy-based programs for children ages 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 9:00am

Fri, Mar 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Provo Library - Ballroom
Don your fairy finest or Sunday best and come to the Fairy Tea! Enjoy the fairy ballet, view fairy houses, join the fairy promenade and meet the Fairy Queen! For children 3+ and parents/caregivers.

Fri, Mar 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Provo Library - Ballroom
Don your fairy finest or Sunday best and come to the Fairy Tea! Enjoy the fairy ballet, view fairy houses, join the fairy promenade and meet the Fairy Queen! For children 3+ and parents/caregivers.

Sat, Mar 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Provo Library - Ballroom
Don your fairy finest or Sunday best and come to the Fairy Tea! Enjoy the fairy ballet, view fairy houses, join the fairy promenade and meet the Fairy Queen! For children 3+ and parents/caregivers.

Sat, Mar 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Provo Library - Ballroom
Don your fairy finest or Sunday best and come to the Fairy Tea! Enjoy the fairy ballet, view fairy houses, join the fairy promenade and meet the Fairy Queen! For children 3+ and parents/caregivers.

Sat, Mar 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Provo Library - Ballroom
Don your fairy finest or Sunday best and come to the Fairy Tea! Enjoy the fairy ballet, view fairy houses, join the fairy promenade and meet the Fairy Queen! For children 3+ and parents/caregivers.

Mon, Mar 10, All day
Provo Library - Children's Desk
Read the descriptions and match the animal with their symbiotic neighbor, then turn your paper in at the Children's desk for a small prize!

Tue, Mar 11, All day
Provo Library - Children's Desk
Read the descriptions and match the animal with their symbiotic neighbor, then turn your paper in at the Children's desk for a small prize!

Tue, Mar 11, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Provo Library - Story Room
Kids ages 5-12 are invited to join us each month to learn about a new subject and participate in a STEAM challenge.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Mar 12, All day
Provo Library - Children's Desk
Read the descriptions and match the animal with their symbiotic neighbor, then turn your paper in at the Children's desk for a small prize!

Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Shaw Programming Room #260
Come explore the world of Minecraft! Tween (ages 9-12) players of all levels welcome.
Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Mar 12, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
You bring the imagination, and we'll provide the LEGOs! Simple building concepts for kids to construct on their own or in a group. Finished creations will be put on display. For kids ages 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Mar 13, All day
Provo Library - Children's Desk
Read the descriptions and match the animal with their symbiotic neighbor, then turn your paper in at the Children's desk for a small prize!

Thu, Mar 13, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Young Special Events Room #201
Literacy-based programs for children ages 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Mar 13, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
Calling all Tweens! Join us each Thursday for a program just for you! For kids ages 9-12.
Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am

Fri, Mar 14, All day
Provo Library - Children's Desk
Read the descriptions and match the animal with their symbiotic neighbor, then turn your paper in at the Children's desk for a small prize!

Sat, Mar 15, All day
Provo Library - Children's Desk
Read the descriptions and match the animal with their symbiotic neighbor, then turn your paper in at the Children's desk for a small prize!

Sat, Mar 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Provo Library - Story Room
FOR KIDS AGES 3-6 Come join us for a free creative dance class taught by qualified instructors from Wasatch Contemporary Dance Company! Wear comfortable clothing; formal dance attire is not required.
Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am

Sat, Mar 15, 10:45am - 11:15am
Provo Library - Story Room
FOR KIDS AGES 3-6 Come join us for a free creative dance class taught by qualified instructors from Wasatch Contemporary Dance Company! Wear comfortable clothing; formal dance attire is not required.
Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am

Sat, Mar 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
FOR KIDS AGES 3-6 Come join us for a free creative dance class taught by qualified instructors from Wasatch Contemporary Dance Company! Wear comfortable clothing; formal dance attire is not required.
Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Mar 19, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
You bring the imagination, and we'll provide the LEGOs! Simple building concepts for kids to construct on their own or in a group. Finished creations will be put on display. For kids ages 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, March 17 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Mar 20, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Young Special Events Room #201
Literacy-based programs for children ages 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, March 17 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Mar 20, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Story Circle
Calling all Tweens! Join us each Thursday for a program just for you! For kids ages 9-12.
Registration opens Monday, March 17 2025 at 9:00am

Sat, Mar 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
To celebrate The Very Hungry Caterpillar Day, contribute to an Eric Carle-inspired group art project that will be displayed in the Children's Department!

Mon, Mar 24, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Follow the paper ABCs around the Children's Library and get a small prize from the Children's Desk when you're done!

Mon, Mar 24, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Provo Library - Story Room
Come watch League of Superpets (Warner Bros.) at the library! Blankets are welcome.