Programs For All Ages & Stages
Need inspiration for your next library program for children, tweens, or families? Use these tried-and-true plans for fun events your patrons won’t stop talking about.
Updated February 15, 2026
STORYTIMES (AGES 0-4)
- Baby Storytime (Ages 0-2)
- Sensory & Toddler Storytime (Ages 2+)
KIDS (AGES 5-7)
- Amelia Bedelia Party
- Beach Party
- Beatrix Potter Party
- Elephant & Piggie School Assembly
- Homemade Holiday Party
- Mary Poppins Party
- Snoopy Party
TWEEN (AGES 8-12)
FAMILY (ALL AGES)
- Homeschool Family Night
- Indoor Mini Golf Party
- Monster Mash
- Mother’s Day Tea Party
- Noon Year’s Eve Party
PASSIVE PROGRAMS
More Programming Resources
ALSC Blog
Excellent collection of programming, outreach, and general youth services ideas and support from the Association for Library Service to Children.
Programming Librarian
The latest in library programming news from the American Library Association and an exceptional database of programming ideas and outlines. Plus webinars and lists of monthly themes and observances to get your creative juices flowing.
Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP)
Info and resources for current and past summer reading programs.
WebJunction Programming
Webinars to help you plan, implement, market, and evaluate library programs.