Five storytime events are scheduled in Eastchester, spread across two library venues. Offerings include both classic Mother Goose sessions and movement-forward programs like Little Movers and Preschool + Mini Yogi Story Time, all free of charge. Recurring dates appear twice for the library’s popular picks; all upcoming sessions are listed below.
Join us for a fun Mother Goose Story Time where we will read favorite children's books, and sing and dance to nursery rhymes and tunes!
Early literacy skills are built while you are immersed in highly engaging activities!
For ages 18 months to 3 years old.
We will enjoy reading great picture books together while engaging "dialogic reading" skills.
Featuring titles such as The Bad Seed by Jory John and The Very Impatient Caterpillar by Ross Burach.
After the reading, we will conclude our class by practicing gentle yoga movements!
Ages 3–5
FREE
Battle of the Books Practice, Grades 4-7 (Team members only)
Join us for a fun Mother Goose Story Time where we will read favorite children's books, and sing and dance to nursery rhymes and tunes!
Early literacy skills are built while you are immersed in highly engaging activities!
For ages 18 months to 3 years old.
We will enjoy reading great picture books together while engaging "dialogic reading" skills.
Featuring titles such as The Bad Seed by Jory John and The Very Impatient Caterpillar by Ross Burach.
After the reading, we will conclude our class by practicing gentle yoga movements!
Join us for a Princess in Black book club and party hosted by EMS students and Girl Scouts Emma Kasper, Jules Maban and Ynes Chin.
Princess in Black is about a princess who doesn’t just sit on her throne and wait for other people to solve problems in her kingdom. Yes she is a princess but she’s also a superhero who dresses in black. After discussing the book and having the participants select affirmations (ex. I can be brave, I can solve difficult problems, I can ask for help),
Copies available to check out in the library.
Participants will decorate masks and have a special nut free treat.
Grades 1+
Are you a big fan of Jasper Rabbit's Creepy Tales such as Creepy Carrots, Creepy Craons and the newest in the series: The Unsettling Salad?
Join us for a creepy party playing with storytelling games, read a few sections from the tales and take home tchotchkes—keycains, pencils and hair bands featuring Jasper Rabbit!
For ages 6+
Join us for a fun Mother Goose Story Time where we will read favorite children's books, and sing and dance to nursery rhymes and tunes!
Early literacy skills are built while you are immersed in highly engaging activities!
For ages 18 months to 3 years old.
We will enjoy reading great picture books together while engaging "dialogic reading" skills.
Featuring titles such as The Bad Seed by Jory John and The Very Impatient Caterpillar by Ross Burach.
After the reading, we will conclude our class by practicing gentle yoga movements!
What ages are storytime sessions for in Eastchester?
Most storytime sessions in Eastchester 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.
How much do storytime sessions cost in Eastchester?
Prices in Eastchester 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.
Do I need to register in advance for storytime sessions?
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.