Children's Programs Ages 0-2
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Book Babies
Fridays10:00 AM & 11:00 AM
Story Circle
Age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays, and puppets for babies and a parent/caregiver.
Stories in the Studio
Episodes of Stories in the Studio are on YouTube. Take & Make Crafts
Pick 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, while supplies last.
Toddler Time
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday10:05 AM & 11:05 AM
Story Circle
Stories, songs, fingerplays, and puppets for one- and two-year-old children. Parents/caregivers must accompany children.
Tummy Time Together
1st Mondays*10-11 AM
Story Room
Join us for a fun, supportive playtime just for babies! Caregivers can socialize, share and learn from one another while babies play and explore. No older siblings, please.
Bring your own blanket for tummy time.
*Held the 3rd Monday in September
Children's Programs Ages 3-5
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Creative Dance Class
Creative Dance Class
Saturday, October 1710 AM, 10:45 AM, & 11:30 AM | 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.
Hands-On Story Time
Wednesdays1:00 PM
Story Room
Join us for an interactive story time for caregivers and children ages 3-5 years old!
Space is limited; preregister online.
Preschool Time
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday10 AM & 11 AM
Story Room
Stories, songs, fingerplays, and puppets for 3-5 year-olds ready to be separated from their caregivers. Please arrive on time. Late-comers are welcome to attend Toddler Time.
Stories in the Studio
Take & Make Crafts
Pick 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, while supplies last.
Children's Programs Ages 5-8
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Homeschool Hangout
2nd Tuesdays2:00 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
4th Tuesdays2:00 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.
This is a drop-off program for kids ages 5-12 and registration is required for each child who would like to participate. Younger siblings and caregivers are invited to play with toys in the Story Circle during the program.
LEGO Crew
2nd and 4th Wednesdays4:15 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.
Library Kids
Library Kids
Thursdays4:15 PM
YSE Room #201
Literacy-based programs for children ages 5-8.
Take & Make Crafts
Pick 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, while supplies last.
Children's Programs Ages 9-12
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Book Boxes
Book Boxes
Looking for a new read? We've got you covered! Check out one of our Book Boxes filled with a library book to check out and envelopes with themed goodies to open as you read!
Girls Read
4th Tuesdays7:00 PM
Story Room
Join us for book talks, fun crafts, and light refreshments! For kids ages 9-12 with a parent/caregiver.
Register online beginning the first of the month.
Guys Read
Guys Read
4th Thursdays*7:00 PM
Story Room
Join us for book talks, fun crafts, and light refreshments! For kids ages 9-12 with a parent/caregiver.
Register online beginning the first of the month.
*November Guys Read will be held on the 3rd Thursday.
Take & Make Crafts
Pick 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, while supplies last
Tween Chess Club
September 10 & October 87-8 PM
Story Room
Come learn about the tactics of chess in this cooperative chess club! All levels of chess experience are welcome. Register online.
Tween D&D
2nd Mondays6:30-8 PM
Story Room
Let’s go on an adventure! Join other tweens on a Dungeons & Dragons quest for 9-12 year-olds. All experience levels are welcome. Register online beginning the first of the month.
Tween Minecraft
2nd & 4th Wednesdays4:00 PM
Shaw Programming Room #260
Come explore the world of Minecraft! Tween (ages 9-12) players of all levels welcome.
Tween Thursdays
Thursdays4:15 PM
Story Room
Calling all Tweens! Join us each Thursday for a program just for you! For kids ages 9-12.
Homeschool Hangout
2nd Tuesdays2:00 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
4th Tuesdays2:00 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.
This is a drop-off program for kids ages 5-12 and registration is required for each child who would like to participate. Younger siblings and caregivers are invited to play with toys in the Story Circle during the program.
Children's Programs for Families
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Creator Kit
Borrow a kit of craft supplies based on a different theme each month! For use in the Library only.Family Movie Night
Friday, October 30Family Yoga
2nd Tuesdays6 PM
The Nelson Attic
All ages/abilities are welcome! Registration opens two weeks before. Mats available to borrow.
Kenshin Taiko Japanese Drumming
Monday, October 57 PM | Ballroom
Experience traditional Japanese drumming at this free performance for all ages! Registration required.
Park Ranger Story Time
Monday, October 19Spooky Stories in the Park
Tuesday, October 66 PM | Bicentennial Park
Join us for ghost stories at Bicentennial Park. We'll start with children's picture books, and then work our way up the spookiness scale! Enjoy hot cocoa and bring chairs or blankets to sit on.
Harry Potter Family Trivia
Wednesday, October 145:30 PM | Attic
Bring your family or friend group and enjoy some competitive rounds of Harry Potter-themed trivia. All ages are welcome at this event, but it will be most enjoyable for ages 8 and up.
Halloween Concert
Monday, October 197 PM | Ballroom
Celebrate spooky season at this free performance for all ages with Halloween classics like The Addams Family Theme, This is Halloween, the theme from Psycho, and more! Registration Required
Haunted Story Room
Saturday, October 102 PM & 2:45 PM | Story Room
Kick off the spooky season at the library! Conjure up a ghostly craft, uncover the haunted items in our I Spy, devour a spooky snack and test your bravery!
Registration required.
Children's Programs in Spanish
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Cuentos
Lunes 6:30 PM | Story CircleViernes 10:30 AM | Story Room
Música, cuentos, y actividades para los niños y sus padres o encargados.
Cuentitos
Viernes 9:30 AMStory Circle
Cuentos apropiados para la edad, canciones, y juegos de dedos para bebés y padres en español.
Cuentos en el estudio
Música y cuentos para los niños en YouTube.Fiesta de Halloween
Jueves, Octubre 297 PM | Room #201
¡Únete a nosotros en una fiesta de Halloween! ¡Juegos y dulces de Halloween! Registrarse en línea.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
For children under 5 years old; track your progress in Beanstack and check in every 100 books for a sticker and a prize. Reading every day before kindergarten creates a great habit for years to come!
Sign-Up Here
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
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
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Thu, Oct 01, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Young Special Events Room #201
Literacy-based programs for children ages 5-8.
Thu, Oct 01, 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.
Sun, Oct 04, All day
Provo Library
Supplies will be provided; you bring your creativity! Borrow the kit from the First Floor Reference Desk for use in the library. Questions? Call 801-852-6661
Mon, Oct 05, All day
Take Home Crafts
Pick up a free take-home craft kit for children ages 0-12, limit 8 kits per family.
Mon, Oct 05, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Do you know your oaks from your maples? Come to the Children's Department to identify autumn leaves and "leaf" with a small prize!
Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Provo Library - Story Room
Join us for a fun, supportive playtime just for babies! Caregivers can socialize, share and learn from one another while babies play and explore. No older siblings, please.
Tue, Oct 06, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Do you know your oaks from your maples? Come to the Children's Department to identify autumn leaves and "leaf" with a small prize!
Wed, Oct 07, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Do you know your oaks from your maples? Come to the Children's Department to identify autumn leaves and "leaf" with a small prize!
Thu, Oct 08, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Do you know your oaks from your maples? Come to the Children's Department to identify autumn leaves and "leaf" with a small prize!
Thu, Oct 08, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Young Special Events Room #201
Literacy-based programs for children ages 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, October 5 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Oct 08, 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, October 5 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
Come learn about the tactics of chess in this cooperative chess club! All levels of chess experience are welcome. Register online.
Registration opens Thursday, October 1 2026 at 9:00am
Fri, Oct 09, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Do you know your oaks from your maples? Come to the Children's Department to identify autumn leaves and "leaf" with a small prize!
Sat, Oct 10, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Do you know your oaks from your maples? Come to the Children's Department to identify autumn leaves and "leaf" with a small prize!
Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Provo Library - Story Circle,Story Room
Kick off the spooky season at the library! Conjure up a ghostly craft, uncover the haunted items in our I Spy, devour a spooky snack and test your bravery! Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, October 5 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Oct 10, 2:45pm - 3:30pm
Provo Library - Story Circle,Story Room
Kick off the spooky season at the library! Conjure up a ghostly craft, uncover the haunted items in our I Spy, devour a spooky snack and test your bravery! Registeration required.
Registration opens Monday, October 5 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
Kids ages 7-12 are invited to join the staff of Whirligig Magazine to learn all about creative writing and illustration!
Registration opens Thursday, October 1 2026 at 9:00am
Wed, Oct 14, 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, October 12 2026 at 9:00am
Wed, Oct 14, 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, October 12 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Oct 15, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Young Special Events Room #201
Literacy-based programs for children ages 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, October 12 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Oct 15, 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, October 12 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Oct 17, 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, October 12 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Oct 17, 10:45am - 11:30am
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, October 12 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Oct 17, 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, October 12 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Oct 19, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Provo Library - Story Room
Read with a Park Ranger from Timpanogos Cave and explore the wild world from the comfort of the library!
Thu, Oct 22, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Young Special Events Room #201
Literacy-based programs for children ages 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, October 19 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Oct 22, 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, October 19 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
Join us for book talks, fun crafts, and light refreshments! For ages 9-12.
Registration opens Thursday, October 1 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Oct 26, All day
Provo Library - Children's Desk
Can you match your pumpkins to their matching faces around the Children's Library? Find their match then return to the Children's Desk for a prize.
Tue, Oct 27, All day
Provo Library - Children's Desk
Can you match your pumpkins to their matching faces around the Children's Library? Find their match then return to the Children's Desk for a prize.
Tue, Oct 27, 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 Thursday, October 1 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Oct 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
Join us for book talks, fun crafts, and light refreshments! For kids ages 9-12.
Registration opens Thursday, October 1 2026 at 9:00am
Wed, Oct 28, All day
Provo Library - Children's Desk
Can you match your pumpkins to their matching faces around the Children's Library? Find their match then return to the Children's Desk for a prize.
Wed, Oct 28, 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, October 26 2026 at 9:00am
Wed, Oct 28, 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, October 26 2026 at 9:00am
Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Provo Library - Ballroom (Academy Wing)
Come listen to author Rachel Michelle Wilson talk about her book "To Catch a Ghost" and about being an author and creating picture book characters!
Registration opens Wednesday, October 14 2026 at 9:00am