Children's Department:

Our Mission:
The Children's Department and its staff are dedicated to helping children foster a love of reading that will last them a lifetime. Knowledgeable staff members are always available to help in the selection of books whether they are for pleasure, for information or for school projects.

Contact Us:
Phone: 860-793-1450
Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
(Closed Saturdays in July and August.)
Open Sundays, 1-5 pm, January through April

Storytimes:

Drop – in storytimes are held for children between the ages of one and five. There is a fall session and, after the holidays, a winter/spring session. Children must be the appropriate age for the class they are attending.

Wild Ones – Mondays from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. This active program is for one year olds (12 – 24 months) and their caregivers. Babies are welcome. Short stories, finger plays, music and big balls will introduce your wild one to fun at the library.

Two’s & Three’s – Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. This storytime is designed for children 24 - 36 months with a caregiver. The caregiver is expected to take an active part in the program with the child. Each 45-minute program consists of beginning storybooks, finger plays, movement songs and a craft.

Just for Me Storytime –  Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.
This class is for four and five year olds. Kindergartners welcome. Children attend this program by themselves. Longer stories, featuring the best in children's picture books, are read in these 45-minute programs and children learn finger plays, fast paced songs and do a craft project.       

Museum Passes:
The Children's Department offers passes to Connecticut attractions. The passes are available only to Plainville residents. They are charged out for two nights, and there is a $5 per day fine if the pass is not returned on time. To reserve a pass please call 860-793-1450.