22 upcoming · 2 local studios
New Rochelle hosts 23 upcoming storytime events, all free and concentrated at two library branches: the main New Rochelle Public Library and the Huguenot Children’s Library. Programming skews toward early childhood, with “Baby Rhyme Time” and “Tuneful Tots” serving ages 0–36 months, alongside drop-in options like “Wag Your Tale!: Read to a Dog” and repeat sessions of the Friends of NRPL Book Store. All events are listed below; filter by age band to find the right fit for your child.
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storytimeFREESat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
See what bargain treasures you can find in the Friends Book Store! You can always browse and purchase gently-used hardcover and paperback books of every genre - including best sellers, children's books, gift-quality books, and more the at the Friends of the NRPL Bookstore. Click here to learn more about the Friends of NRPL!
storytimeFREETue, Sep 1 · 11:00 AM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
See what bargain treasures you can find in the Friends Book Store! You can always browse and purchase gently-used hardcover and paperback books of every genre - including best sellers, children's books, gift-quality books, and more the at the Friends of the NRPL Bookstore. Click here to learn more about the Friends of NRPL!
storytimeFREEThu, Sep 3 · 11:00 AM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
See what bargain treasures you can find in the Friends Book Store! You can always browse and purchase gently-used hardcover and paperback books of every genre - including best sellers, children's books, gift-quality books, and more the at the Friends of the NRPL Bookstore. Click here to learn more about the Friends of NRPL!
storytimeFREEFri, Sep 4 · 11:00 AM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
See what bargain treasures you can find in the Friends Book Store! You can always browse and purchase gently-used hardcover and paperback books of every genre - including best sellers, children's books, gift-quality books, and more the at the Friends of the NRPL Bookstore. Click here to learn more about the Friends of NRPL!
storytimeFREEMon, Sep 14 · 11:00 AM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
Mondays, September 14 - December 7 (except Mon., Oct. 12); for ages newborn to 24 mos. A joyful blend of books, music, fingerplays and props for babies and their caregivers. Playtime with toys follows afterwards. All programs are first come, first served due to limited space &/or supplies.
storytimeFREEMon, Sep 14 · 4:00 PM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
Mondays, September 14 - December 7 (except Mon., Oct. 12); for children ages 4 to 12 yrs. Elementary school students can practice their reading skills and build self-esteem with Izzy & Riley, story-loving and certified therapy dogs from the R.E.A.D.® Foundation and Good Dog Foundation. Call us or sign up at the desk for a 10 minute slot on the day of the program. Space is limited; first-come, first served.
storytimeFREETue, Sep 15 · 10:30 AM
New Rochelle Public Library — Huguenot Children's Library · New Rochelle
For children ages 2 yrs. through 4 yrs. Come have fun as you explore rhythms, melodies, and instruments! Get ready to sing, dance, and play in this interactive program full of music, stories, and movement! All programs are first-come, first-served. Camps, daycares & other groups must inquire with HCL directly about the possibility of attending.
storytimeFREETue, Sep 15 · 11:30 AM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
For ages newborn through 5 yrs. Learn American Sign Language through music, books & more! All programs are first come, first served due to limited space &/or supplies. Camps, daycares & other groups must contact the Children's Room before attending.
storytimeFREEWed, Sep 16 · 4:00 PM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
Wednesdays, September 16 - December 09, 2026 (except Wed., Nov. 11); for children ages 4 to 12 yrs. Elementary school students can practice their reading skills and build self-esteem with Freckle, a story-loving and certified therapy dog from the Good Dog Foundation. Call us or sign up at the Children's Room desk for a 10 minute slot on the day of the program. Space is limited; all programs are first come, first served due to limited space &/or supplies.
storytimeFREEThu, Sep 17 · 11:00 AM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
Thursdays, September 17 - December 10 (except Thu., Nov. 26); for ages newborn to 3 yrs. Songs, rhymes and fingerplays both in English and Spanish. For those who want their child to develop Spanish language skills at the youngest age level. Playtime with toys follows afterwards. Space is limited; all programs are first come, first served due to limited space &/or supplies.
storytimeFREEFri, Sep 18 · 10:15 AM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
Fridays, September 18 - December 11 (except Fri., Nov. 27); for ages newborn through 18 mos. A special storytime designed for crawlers/prewalkers followed by songs and toy time! Tickets are required. Please pick up a ticket in the Children’s Room the morning of the program. Space is limited; all programs are first come, first served due to limited space &/or supplies.
storytimeFREESat, Sep 19 · 2:30 PM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
Saturdays, September 19 - December 12; for children ages 2 yrs. through 5 yrs. Sensory Storytimes provide freedom of movement, visual aids, gentle action, and sensory experiences. These storytime sessions are smaller; noise level is reduced for those with sound sensitivity. Space is limited; all programs are first come, first served due to limited space &/or supplies.
storytimeFREEMon, Sep 21 · 11:00 AM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
Mondays, September 14 - December 7 (except Mon., Oct. 12); for ages newborn to 24 mos. A joyful blend of books, music, fingerplays and props for babies and their caregivers. Playtime with toys follows afterwards. All programs are first come, first served due to limited space &/or supplies.
storytimeFREEMon, Sep 21 · 4:00 PM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
Mondays, September 14 - December 7 (except Mon., Oct. 12); for children ages 4 to 12 yrs. Elementary school students can practice their reading skills and build self-esteem with Izzy & Riley, story-loving and certified therapy dogs from the R.E.A.D.® Foundation and Good Dog Foundation. Call us or sign up at the desk for a 10 minute slot on the day of the program. Space is limited; first-come, first served.
storytimeFREETue, Sep 22 · 10:30 AM
New Rochelle Public Library — Huguenot Children's Library · New Rochelle
For children ages 2 yrs. through 4 yrs. Come have fun as you explore rhythms, melodies, and instruments! Get ready to sing, dance, and play in this interactive program full of music, stories, and movement! All programs are first-come, first-served. Camps, daycares & other groups must inquire with HCL directly about the possibility of attending.
storytimeFREETue, Sep 22 · 11:30 AM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
For ages newborn through 5 yrs. Learn American Sign Language through music, books & more! All programs are first come, first served due to limited space &/or supplies. Camps, daycares & other groups must contact the Children's Room before attending.
storytimeFREEWed, Sep 23 · 10:15 AM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
Wednesdays, Sep. 23 - Dec. 02 (except Wed., Oct. 14, Wed., Nov. 11 & Wed., Nov. 18); for ages newborn through 18 mos. A special storytime designed for crawlers/pre-walkers followed by songs and toy time! Space is limited and tickets are required. Please pick up a ticket in the Children’s Room on the morning of the program.
storytimeFREEWed, Sep 23 · 10:30 AM
New Rochelle Public Library — Huguenot Children's Library · New Rochelle
Wednesdays, September 23 - December 2 (except Oct. 14, Nov. 11 & Nov. 18); for ages newborn through 24 mos.. A joyful blend of books, lap songs, and fingerplays for babies and their caregivers. All programs are first-come, first-served. Camps, daycares & other groups must inquire with HCL directly about the possibility of attending.
storytimeFREEWed, Sep 23 · 4:00 PM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
Wednesdays, September 16 - December 09, 2026 (except Wed., Nov. 11); for children ages 4 to 12 yrs. Elementary school students can practice their reading skills and build self-esteem with Freckle, a story-loving and certified therapy dog from the Good Dog Foundation. Call us or sign up at the Children's Room desk for a 10 minute slot on the day of the program. Space is limited; all programs are first come, first served due to limited space &/or supplies.
storytimeFREEThu, Sep 24 · 11:00 AM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
Thursdays, September 17 - December 10 (except Thu., Nov. 26); for ages newborn to 3 yrs. Songs, rhymes and fingerplays both in English and Spanish. For those who want their child to develop Spanish language skills at the youngest age level. Playtime with toys follows afterwards. Space is limited; all programs are first come, first served due to limited space &/or supplies.
storytimeFREEFri, Sep 25 · 10:15 AM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
Fridays, September 18 - December 11 (except Fri., Nov. 27); for ages newborn through 18 mos. A special storytime designed for crawlers/prewalkers followed by songs and toy time! Tickets are required. Please pick up a ticket in the Children’s Room the morning of the program. Space is limited; all programs are first come, first served due to limited space &/or supplies.
storytimeFREESat, Sep 26 · 2:30 PM
New Rochelle Public Library · New Rochelle
Saturdays, September 19 - December 12; for children ages 2 yrs. through 5 yrs. Sensory Storytimes provide freedom of movement, visual aids, gentle action, and sensory experiences. These storytime sessions are smaller; noise level is reduced for those with sound sensitivity. Space is limited; all programs are first come, first served due to limited space &/or supplies.
Most storytime sessions in New Rochelle 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 New Rochelle 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.