9 upcoming · 3 local studios
Crown Heights offers ten upcoming storytime sessions across three venues, with most programming centered at Brower Park Library. Most sessions are free and designed for babies and toddlers under five, including specialized offerings like American Sign Language Storytime alongside traditional read-alouds. The Brooklyn Children's Museum and Queens Public Library also host storytelling events with activities like dance and face painting. Browse the full schedule below to find sessions that match your child's age and interests.
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From $183Harrington Park Public School · Crown Heights
Each week, students will enjoy a new picture book and bring the story to life through a fun, hands-on craft inspired by the book. This class encourages a love of reading while fostering creativity, imagination, and fine motor skills in a fun and engaging environment.
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FREELincoln Terrace Park · Crown Heights
The story of the famous musician Michael Jackson, known as the King of Pop. This free screening of Michael (2026) takes place at Lincoln Terrace Park, presented by NYC Parks.
FREEBrower Park Library · Crown Heights
Join us for Toddler Time, a Storytime program aimed at walking children. We will be singing songs, learning rhymes, and reading books together. This Storytime is for toddlers who are walking. Storytime for babies who are not yet walking should attend Storytime at 11:15am! *This is a ticketed program. Tickets are required to attend and will be distributed at the front desk on a first come, first served basis starting at 10:00am. Child and Caregiver must be present to receive a ticket*
FREEBrower Park Library · Crown Heights
Join us for Babies and Books, a Storytime program aimed at non walking children. We will be singing songs, learning rhymes, and reading books together. This Storytime is for babies who are not yet walking. Walking toddlers should attend the Storytime 10:30am! *This is a ticketed program. Tickets are required to attend and will be distributed at the front desk on a first come, first served basis starting at 10:00am. Child and Caregiver must be present to receive a ticket*
storytimeFREEBrower Park Library · Crown Heights
At Brower Park Library, come in your pajamas and enjoy an evening storytime for ages 3 to 8 years.
storytimeFREEBrower Park Library · Crown Heights
Join us for Toddler Time, a Storytime program aimed at walking children. We will be singing songs, learning rhymes, and reading books together. This Storytime is for toddlers who are walking. Storytime for babies who are not yet walking should attend Storytime at 11:15am! *This is a ticketed program. Tickets are required to attend and will be distributed at the front desk on a first come, first served basis starting at 10:00am. Child and Caregiver must be present to receive a ticket*
FREEBrower Park Library · Crown Heights
Join us for Babies and Books, a Storytime program aimed at non walking children. We will be singing songs, learning rhymes, and reading books together. This Storytime is for babies who are not yet walking. Walking toddlers should attend the Storytime 10:30am! *This is a ticketed program. Tickets are required to attend and will be distributed at the front desk on a first come, first served basis starting at 10:00am. Child and Caregiver must be present to receive a ticket*
FREEBrower Park Library · Crown Heights
At Brower Park Library, families enjoy stories and activities designed to encourage brain development and early learning practices. Each week we will read books, sing songs, and do fun activities that promote language development, social-emotional skills, and more. Parents and caregivers will have the opportunity to learn about community resources and connect with peer support networks. Each week, we explore a different theme: READING, TALKING, SINGING, PLAYING, MOVEMENT, and EMOTIONS. This is a ticketed event. Tickets will be distributed when we open at 10am. For more information visit bklynlib.org/brainybabies
FREEBrower Park Library · Crown Heights
At Brower Park Library, families enjoy stories and activities designed to encourage brain development and early learning practices. Each week we will read books, sing songs, and do fun activities that promote language development, social-emotional skills, and more. Parents and caregivers will have the opportunity to learn about community resources and connect with peer support networks. Each week, we explore a different theme: READING, TALKING, SINGING, PLAYING, MOVEMENT, and EMOTIONS. This is a ticketed event. Tickets will be distributed when we open at 10am. For more information visit bklynlib.org/brainybabies
Most storytime sessions in Crown Heights run for ages infants through 5 years (most sessions are split by age band). Specific age bands are listed on each class page so you can filter by what fits your child.
Prices in Crown Heights range from almost always free — most sessions are run by NYC public libraries. Free events and drop-in pricing are flagged on each class card.
Most studio-run storytime sessions require advance registration through the studio's booking page. Library and city-park storytime programs are typically drop-in, though some popular sessions release a limited number of tickets in advance.