8 upcoming · 2 local studios
Yorkville’s storytime listings run across two main venues, with eight upcoming sessions split between weekly band-style programs and book-club meetups. Ramblin’ Dan’s Freewheelin’ Band accounts for most of the schedule at $49 per session, with age bands from 0–12 months up to 0–5 years, while Tiny Tots Book Club at International Preschools runs $50 for ages 9–36 months. A free outdoor option, Storytime Social x Sip Swap Stroll, meets at Carl Schurz Park. All upcoming sessions are listed below; filter by age band to narrow down.
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storytimeFrom $49Upper East Side · Yorkville
Grab the mic! Using the music to lead the way, your band leader will help your kids jam along on instruments, use various props for activities, read song-based books, learn sign language, do animal-play, and of course clap, dance and sing along.
From $49Upper East Side · Yorkville
Grab the mic! Using the music to lead the way, your band leader will help your kids jam along on instruments, use various props for activities, read song-based books, learn sign language, do animal-play, and of course clap, dance and sing along.
storytimeFrom $49Upper East Side · Yorkville
Grab the mic! Using the music to lead the way, your band leader will help your kids jam along on instruments, use various props for activities, read song-based books, learn sign language, do animal-play, and of course clap, dance and sing along.
storytimeFrom $49Upper East Side · Yorkville
Grab the mic! Using the music to lead the way, your band leader will help your kids jam along on instruments, use various props for activities, read song-based books, learn sign language, do animal-play, and of course clap, dance and sing along.
From $49Upper East Side · Yorkville
Grab the mic! Using the music to lead the way, your band leader will help your kids jam along on instruments, use various props for activities, read song-based books, learn sign language, do animal-play, and of course clap, dance and sing along.
From $49Upper East Side · Yorkville
Grab the mic! Using the music to lead the way, your band leader will help your kids jam along on instruments, use various props for activities, read song-based books, learn sign language, do animal-play, and of course clap, dance and sing along.
storytimeFrom $50International Preschools · Yorkville
Tiny Tots Book Club is an interactive, play-based class designed to bring books to life! Each class includes an engaging read-aloud, sensory play, music and movement, and a themed activity. Our mixed-age class encourages early language, social interaction, and learning through play in a fun and supportive environment.
FREECarl Schurz Park · Yorkville
Join Move With Justine, Tiny Tots Book Club, and Where NYC Mamas Meet for storytime social! Expect an interactive, hands-on experience featuring a read-aloud, book swap, family networking, and a Q&A session! We'll meet in Carl Schurz Park in the UES at 87th and East End Ave. From there, we'll head toward the East River for a chatty stroll by the water. After our walk, we'll make our way back to our spot in the park for a book swap, interactive storytime, and goodies from local vendors. ** A ticket is required to attend due to park capacity **
Most storytime sessions in Yorkville 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 Yorkville 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.