Baby Storytime (0-24 months)

Join us for short books, lots of songs and rhymes, and lay a foundation for language and learning! Please register each child and adult attending this storytime. Drop-ins welcome as space allows! ......More

Join us for short books, lots of songs and rhymes, and lay a foundation for language and learning! Please register each child and adult attending this storytime. Drop-ins welcome as space allows! Sensory Support Kits are available for in-library use for children experiencing anxiety or feeling overwhelmed in a public space.

Family Storytime (All Ages)

Let's read, sing, rhyme and move together, and lay a foundation for reading and learning! We plan for ages 0-5; older children are also welcome. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welco......More

Let's read, sing, rhyme and move together, and lay a foundation for reading and learning! We plan for ages 0-5; older children are also welcome. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welcome as space allows! Sensory Support Kits are available for in-library use for children experiencing anxiety or feeling overwhelmed in a public space.

Literacy Spot with an Early Literacy Specialist!

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the ......More

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the 0–5 page to discover staff picks, resources and more for the youngest kiddos. Browse coming soon picture books. Have a question about early childhood development or literacy? Ask a librarian. Read early childhood blogs to learn tips and tricks.

Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3)

Join us for short books, lots of songs and rhymes, and lay a foundation for language and learning! Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welcome as space allows! ......More

Join us for short books, lots of songs and rhymes, and lay a foundation for language and learning! Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welcome as space allows! Sensory Support Kits are available for in-library use for children experiencing anxiety or feeling overwhelmed in a public space.

American Mahjong Open Play

Are you looking for other players to practice America-style mahjong? Have you taken lessons but struggled to find a group that you could join? Come to Koelbel Library once a month for our open play sessions. Bring your updated National Mahjong League card and the libra......More

Are you looking for other players to practice America-style mahjong? Have you taken lessons but struggled to find a group that you could join? Come to Koelbel Library once a month for our open play sessions. Bring your updated National Mahjong League card and the library will provide tables and mahjong sets.  This program is designed for players who are already familiar with basic mahjong rules. If you'd like to learn how to play mahjong, please look for our Mahjong for Beginners program.

Family Storytime (All Ages)

Let's read, sing, rhyme and move together, and lay a foundation for reading and learning! We plan for ages 0-5; older children are also welcome. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welco......More

Let's read, sing, rhyme and move together, and lay a foundation for reading and learning! We plan for ages 0-5; older children are also welcome. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welcome as space allows! Sensory Support Kits are available for in-library use for children experiencing anxiety or feeling overwhelmed in a public space.

Literacy Spot with an Early Literacy Specialist!

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the ......More

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the 0–5 page to discover staff picks, resources and more for the youngest kiddos. Browse coming soon picture books. Have a question about early childhood development or literacy? Ask a librarian. Read early childhood blogs to learn tips and tricks.

Family Storytime (All Ages)

Let's read, sing, rhyme and move together, and lay a foundation for reading and learning! We plan for ages 0-5; older children are also welcome. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welco......More

Let's read, sing, rhyme and move together, and lay a foundation for reading and learning! We plan for ages 0-5; older children are also welcome. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welcome as space allows! Sensory Support Kits are available for in-library use for children experiencing anxiety or feeling overwhelmed in a public space.

Tween Drama Club at the Library (Ages 9-12)

Are you interested in drama or the performing arts? Come join us every month for games, practice, activities and more in The Forum Theatre! This program is designed for kids (ages 9-12) based on the skills we'll be practicing or the tools used. Offering age-appropria......More

Are you interested in drama or the performing arts? Come join us every month for games, practice, activities and more in The Forum Theatre! This program is designed for kids (ages 9-12) based on the skills we'll be practicing or the tools used. Offering age-appropriate programming allows us to craft memorable and personalized experiences for all our patrons, no matter their age. Manage your event registration through "My Events" when signed in to a library account. DISCOVER MORE Running of out books to read? Ask a librarian for even more personalized recommendations! Visit the Kids Page to discover additional recommendations and resources.

Koelbel Fiction Book Club

Join us to discuss Behind You Is the Sea by Susan Muaddi Darraj. Check out our 2026 selections

Literacy Spot with an Early Literacy Specialist!

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the ......More

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the 0–5 page to discover staff picks, resources and more for the youngest kiddos. Browse coming soon picture books. Have a question about early childhood development or literacy? Ask a librarian. Read early childhood blogs to learn tips and tricks.

Koelbel Kids (Ages 5-8)

Join us to read, play and create at the library! In this program, kids ages 5-8 and their grown-ups will listen to stories and strengthen language comprehension skills through exploratory play, games, and crafts. Please register each child attending this program. Dro......More

Join us to read, play and create at the library! In this program, kids ages 5-8 and their grown-ups will listen to stories and strengthen language comprehension skills through exploratory play, games, and crafts. Please register each child attending this program. Drop-ins welcome as space allows! This program is designed for kids (ages 5-8) and their adults based on the skills we'll be practicing or the tools used. Offering age-appropriate programming allows us to craft memorable and personalized experiences for all our patrons, no matter their age.