Storytime at San José Library

Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers!

All attendees will be required to observe the Library's Safety Guidelines.

This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.

Free. No registration required.

To request an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for library-sponsored events, please call 408-808-2355 or email [email protected] at least three business days prior to the event.

Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers! 

San José Public Library Storytimes are in alignment with the City’s Education and Digital Literacy Initiative.

Free. Limited Capacity.

ADA Accommodation Requests

Family Storytime is best for children ages 0-8 with their caregivers. All children with caregivers are welcome.

Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. 

After Storytime concludes, we invite you to Stay & Play! Until 5:00 pm the Storytime librarian and special toys will be on the Children's Room floor to keep the fun going. Meet new friends, play with toys, chat, get book recommendations, and maybe even create something!

• Storytime 4:00 - 4:30 pm
• Stay & Play 4:30 - 5:00 pm

Please note that this will be an indoor program.

Free, with limited capacity.

This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.

ADA Accommodation Requests

Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers!

After Storytime concludes, families are invited to Stay & Play! For
30 minutes after storytime, special, age-appropriate toys will be
available to keep the fun going. The librarian will also be there to
answer any questions, recommend books, and talk to families!

Free, with limited capacity.

This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.

ADA Accommodation Requests

Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities. Storytime is a fun and interactive experience for the whole family that promotes the joys of reading and learning for all ages. This program is geared for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers!

Free, with limited capacity.

• Please note that this will be an indoor program.
• Seating for Storytime is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

San José Public Library Storytimes are in alignment with the City’s Education and Digital Literacy Initiative.

To request an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for library-sponsored events, please visit ADA Accommodation Requests

This program is for babies that are not yet walking confidently, and their caregivers.

Come join us every Tuesday for Baby Lapsit Storytime!

Baby Lapsit invites newborns, infants, babies, and their caregivers to learn together by strengthening their relationship with each other through stories, songs, bounces, tickles, rhymes, books, and play.

After Storytime concludes, we invite you to Stay & Play! The Storytime librarian will join in the fun with special toys, giving babies and parents time to connect.

• Lapsit Storytime 11:00 - 11:30 am
• Stay & Play 11:30 am - 12:00 pm

• Please note that this will be an indoor program.
• Seating for Storytime is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A limited number of tickets will be distributed at the Information Desk 30 minutes prior to the start of Storytime.

This program is developed to align with the Early Education Quality Standards.

Free. Attendance limits follow SJPL guidelines.

ADA Accommodation Requests

Family Storytime is designed to accommodate a mix of ages and invites the entire family to participate in early literacy activities such as stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement.

Free. Limited Capacity.

Storytime Guidelines:

• All participants will need a storytime ticket. Tickets are limited and available at the Information Desk 60-minutes before the program.
• We recommend families bring a blanket
• Please review the Library's Safety Guidelines
• Please note that our program schedule may be subject to change due to inclement weather or poor air quality.

For a complete list of storytimes: sjpl.org/Storytime

San José Public Library Storytimes are in alignment with the City’s Education and Digital Literacy Initiative.

To request an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for library-sponsored events, please call 408-808-2355 or email [email protected] at least three business days prior to the event.