Storytime at Alameda County Library

Come join us for stories, songs, and fun on Wednesday mornings!

This storytime is designed for preschool aged children. However, all are welcome. Each week we will explore a new theme through storytelling, song, and movement. 

We request that parents remain present and engage with their children during the program as we learn and explore together!

Registration is not required for this event.

An ASL (American Sign Language) interpreter or closed captioning can be provided for this program if requested at least seven (7) business days in advance. For assistance, please contact your library or [email protected].

Children, parents and caregivers will have a blast laughing, signing, and singing with Teacher Bill, author of the book Signs of a Happy Baby. Mr. Bill integrates American Sign Language (ASL) into his storytime. This six week series is a fun opportunity for you to build your signing vocabulary with themes like mealtime, animals, colors, family, bedtime, and more.

Baby Sign Language gives children the opportunity to communicate long before they can verbalize their wants and needs. Research studies show that signing with babies accelerates language acquisition, reduces frustration, enhances a child's self-esteem, and deepens the bond between parent and child.

Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do not wish to be photographed, video-recorded, or audio-recorded. We will always respect your requests!

An ASL (American Sign Language) interpreter or closed captioning can be provided for this program if requested at least seven (7) days in advance. For assistance, please contact your library or [email protected].

Storytime at the Centerville Library! 

Wear your pajamas and bring your favorite bedtime stuffed animal and/or blanket. We will get ready for bed through stories, songs, and movement activities. 

This storytime is intended for toddlers, preschoolers and families. Space is limited. Free tickets will be given out 15 minutes before the event begins. 

An ASL (American Sign Language) interpreter or closed captioning can be provided for this program if requested at least seven business days in advance. For assistance, please contact your library or [email protected].

Join us as we kick of Hispanic Heritage Month with local author Michael Genhart as he shares his book Spanish is the Language of My Family. Immediate followed by mariachi performance from Mariachi Voces Del Valle. 

Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do not wish to be photographed, video-recorded, or audio-recorded. We will always respect your requests! 

An ASL (American Sign Language) interpreter or closed captioning can be provided for this program if requested at least seven (7) days in advance. For assistance, please contact your library or [email protected].

Storytime at the library!

Please join us as we learn through stories, songs, and movement activities. Toddlers, preschoolers and families are welcome.

Saturday Storytime is held most Saturdays*.

Free tickets will be given out 15 minutes before the event begins. Please bring blankets to sit on for our outdoor storytime.

*This event will be cancelled during bad weather.

An ASL (American Sign Language) interpreter or closed captioning can be provided for this program if requested at least seven business days in advance. For assistance, please contact your library or [email protected].

Families are invited to join us for stories, songs and fingerplays! This program is geared towards toddlers and preschoolers, but is open to all ages. We will be meeting in the Virginia Bennett Room. No registration necessary. 

An ASL (American Sign Language) interpreter or closed captioning can be provided for this program if requested at least seven (7) business days in advance. For assistance, please contact your library or [email protected].

Join us for a storytime perfect for the whole family. Get ready for fun songs and stories!

Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do not wish to be photographed, video-recorded, or audio-recorded. We will always respect your requests!

An ASL (American Sign Language) interpreter or closed captioning can be provided for this program if requested at least seven (7) days in advance. For assistance, please contact your library or [email protected].