Storytime Classes for Kids in Upper West Side, NYC

30 upcoming · 2 local studios

The Upper West Side has 34 upcoming storytime and early childhood music sessions across five venues, with most programming clustered at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan. Classes cater to infants through preschoolers, ranging from free community performances like Ramblin' Dan's Freewheelin' Band to structured parent-child sessions priced between $20 and $38. Many weekday sessions fill specific developmental stages—tummy time, crawlers, and wobbly walkers—while weekend offerings tend toward open-attendance performances. Filter by your child's age and preferred day of the week below.

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Mondays- Thursdays  After School Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall) -storytimeFrom $3,660

Mondays- Thursdays After School Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall) -

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to January.

Ages 4–617-week course
Mondays- Thursdays After School Pick Up + Clubhouse (Full Year)storytimeFrom $7,720

Mondays- Thursdays After School Pick Up + Clubhouse (Full Year)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. We currently offer pickup service from the following schools: PS 9, PS 87, PS 199, PS 334, Calhoun School, Manhattan Day School, Parkside School, Success Academy UWS, and The Saul and Carole Zabar Nursery School @ the JC The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. Our full-year rate reflects a $200 discount.

Ages 4–638-week course
Mondays- Thursdays  After School Clubhouse (Fall)storytimeFrom $3,050

Mondays- Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Fall)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. This option does not include school pickup. Children can be dropped off at the JCC beginning at 2:30 pm.

Ages 4–617-week course
Tuesdays After School Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall)storytimeFrom $960

Tuesdays After School Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to January.

Ages 4–617-week course
Tuesdays After School Clubhouse (Fall)storytimeFrom $800

Tuesdays After School Clubhouse (Fall)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. This option does not include school pickup. Children can be dropped off at the JCC beginning at 2:30 pm.

Ages 4–617-week course
Mondays- Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Full School Year)From $6,400

Mondays- Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Full School Year)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. Our full-year rate reflects a $200 discount. This option does not include school pickup. Children can be dropped off at the JCC beginning at 2:30 pm.

Ages 4–638-week course
Ensemble work & storytelling skills

Ensemble work & storytelling skills

Childrens Acting Academy · Upper West Side

Ensemble work and storytelling skills are the focus at Childrens Acting Academy. This recurring drop-in session builds performance fundamentals through group exercises.

Weekly
Mondays- Thursdays  After School Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall) -storytimeFrom $3,660

Mondays- Thursdays After School Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall) -

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to January.

Ages 4–617-week course
Wednesdays After School Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall)storytimeFrom $900

Wednesdays After School Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to January.

Ages 4–617-week course
Mondays- Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Full School Year)From $6,400

Mondays- Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Full School Year)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. Our full-year rate reflects a $200 discount. This option does not include school pickup. Children can be dropped off at the JCC beginning at 2:30 pm.

Ages 4–638-week course
Wednesdays After School Clubhouse (Fall)storytimeFrom $750

Wednesdays After School Clubhouse (Fall)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. This option does not include school pickup. Children can be dropped off at the JCC beginning at 2:30 pm.

Ages 4–617-week course
Mondays- Thursdays After School Pick Up + Clubhouse (Full Year)storytimeFrom $7,720

Mondays- Thursdays After School Pick Up + Clubhouse (Full Year)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. We currently offer pickup service from the following schools: PS 9, PS 87, PS 199, PS 334, Calhoun School, Manhattan Day School, Parkside School, Success Academy UWS, and The Saul and Carole Zabar Nursery School @ the JC The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. Our full-year rate reflects a $200 discount.

Ages 4–638-week course
Mondays- Thursdays  After School Clubhouse (Fall)storytimeFrom $3,050

Mondays- Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Fall)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. This option does not include school pickup. Children can be dropped off at the JCC beginning at 2:30 pm.

Ages 4–617-week course
Story in Motion: A Movement + Early Literacy Class (12 Mos-3 Yrs | With Adult | Fall | Wed | 4:10 PM)storytimeFrom $600

Story in Motion: A Movement + Early Literacy Class (12 Mos-3 Yrs | With Adult | Fall | Wed | 4:10 PM)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Wednesdays (Except Nov 25, Dec 23, Dec 30) In this storytelling and movement class, children will explore basic elements of creative expression, taking inspiration from beloved children's books. With a caregiver by their side, children will expand their sense of community and work together to explore movements that celebrate a season, a tale, emotions, and cultures around the world. Movement and story help toddlers build language, motor skills, strength in pre-literacy, and social-emotional awareness. As this is a movement based class, it is recommended for toddlers who have begun walking. This class is taught by lifetime Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan member and Upper West Sider Roberta Kastelic. Roberta teaches creative movement, ballroom dancing, and directs and choreographs children's musicals in public and private schools, working with a variety of age groups from toddlers to teens.

Ages 12 mo–3 yr17-week course
Mondays- Thursdays After School Pick Up + Clubhouse (Full Year)storytimeFrom $7,720

Mondays- Thursdays After School Pick Up + Clubhouse (Full Year)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. We currently offer pickup service from the following schools: PS 9, PS 87, PS 199, PS 334, Calhoun School, Manhattan Day School, Parkside School, Success Academy UWS, and The Saul and Carole Zabar Nursery School @ the JC The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. Our full-year rate reflects a $200 discount.

Ages 4–638-week course
Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Fall)storytimeFrom $750

Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Fall)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. This option does not include school pickup. Children can be dropped off at the JCC beginning at 2:30 pm.

Ages 4–617-week course
Mondays- Thursdays  After School Clubhouse (Fall)storytimeFrom $3,050

Mondays- Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Fall)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. This option does not include school pickup. Children can be dropped off at the JCC beginning at 2:30 pm.

Ages 4–617-week course
Mondays- Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Full School Year)From $6,400

Mondays- Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Full School Year)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. Our full-year rate reflects a $200 discount. This option does not include school pickup. Children can be dropped off at the JCC beginning at 2:30 pm.

Ages 4–638-week course
Thursdays After School Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall)storytimeFrom $900

Thursdays After School Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to January.

Ages 4–617-week course
Mondays- Thursdays  After School Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall) -storytimeFrom $3,660

Mondays- Thursdays After School Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall) -

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to January.

Ages 4–617-week course
Story in Motion: Dance, Movement and Literacy (3-6 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Thursdays | 3:15 PM)storytimeFrom $720

Story in Motion: Dance, Movement and Literacy (3-6 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Thursdays | 3:15 PM)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Thursdays: Sep 17, 2026- Jan 14, 2027 [Except 11/26, 12/24, 12/31] In Person. In this storytelling and movement class, children will explore basic elements of creative expression, taking inspiration from beloved children's books. Expanding their sense of community, children will work together to create original movement pieces that celebrate a season, a tale, emotions, and cultures around the world. Movement and story help to build language, motor skills, strength in pre-literacy, and social-emotional awareness. This class is taught by lifetime Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan member and Upper West Sider Roberta Kastelic. Roberta teaches creative movement, ballroom dancing, and directs and choreographs children's musicals in public and private schools, working with a variety of age groups from toddlers to pre-teens.

Ages 3–617-week course
Member Storytimestorytime

Member Storytime

American Museum of Natural History · Upper West Side

This family program for Members, led by expert educators, brings the Museum's collections to life for young learners.

Mondays After School  Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall) -storytimeFrom $900

Mondays After School Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall) -

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to January.

Ages 4–615-week course
Mondays- Thursdays After School Pick Up + Clubhouse (Full Year)storytimeFrom $7,720

Mondays- Thursdays After School Pick Up + Clubhouse (Full Year)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. We currently offer pickup service from the following schools: PS 9, PS 87, PS 199, PS 334, Calhoun School, Manhattan Day School, Parkside School, Success Academy UWS, and The Saul and Carole Zabar Nursery School @ the JC The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. Our full-year rate reflects a $200 discount.

Ages 4–638-week course
Mondays After School Clubhouse (Fall)storytimeFrom $750

Mondays After School Clubhouse (Fall)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. This option does not include school pickup. Children can be dropped off at the JCC beginning at 2:30 pm.

Ages 4–615-week course
Mondays- Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Full School Year)From $6,400

Mondays- Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Full School Year)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. Our full-year rate reflects a $200 discount. This option does not include school pickup. Children can be dropped off at the JCC beginning at 2:30 pm.

Ages 4–638-week course
Mondays- Thursdays  After School Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall) -storytimeFrom $3,660

Mondays- Thursdays After School Pickup + Clubhouse (Fall) -

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to January.

Ages 4–617-week course
Mondays- Thursdays  After School Clubhouse (Fall)storytimeFrom $3,050

Mondays- Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Fall)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. This option does not include school pickup. Children can be dropped off at the JCC beginning at 2:30 pm.

Ages 4–617-week course
Mondays- Thursdays After School Pick Up + Clubhouse (Full Year)storytimeFrom $7,720

Mondays- Thursdays After School Pick Up + Clubhouse (Full Year)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. We currently offer pickup service from the following schools: PS 9, PS 87, PS 199, PS 334, Calhoun School, Manhattan Day School, Parkside School, Success Academy UWS, and The Saul and Carole Zabar Nursery School @ the JC The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. Our full-year rate reflects a $200 discount.

Ages 4–638-week course
Mondays- Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Full School Year)From $6,400

Mondays- Thursdays After School Clubhouse (Full School Year)

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

After School Clubhouse is a warm, nurturing environment with high-quality care, where children from Pre-K to Grade 5 can enjoy creative play, art, a snack, and dedicated time for homework and reading. The Clubhouse is organized into small groups, allowing kids to play and socialize with peers of their own age. Children get to enjoy our beautiful classrooms and even explore our rooftop playground for some physical activity. If your child is also registered for JCC after-school classes, our counselors will escort them to and from their programs around the building. The program runs from Monday to Thursday, from 2:30 to 5:30 pm, from September to June. Our full-year rate reflects a $200 discount. This option does not include school pickup. Children can be dropped off at the JCC beginning at 2:30 pm.

Ages 4–638-week course

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Frequently asked

What ages are storytime sessions for in Upper West Side?

Most storytime sessions in Upper West Side 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 Upper West Side?

Prices in Upper West Side 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.

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