Sunny Boy, a volunteer from Therapy Dogs International, will visit our library to give children ages 5-11 the opportunity to gain confidence, improve reading skills and/or relieve anxiety by reading aloud to a therapy dog. Fifteen minute reading sessions are available by appointment only. Registration is required. Please call the Library at 845-225-8585 to register. To allow more people to have a chance at reading to the dogs, participants will only be allowed one time slot an hour. Registration is required for each individual session.
guitarFREEWed, Sep 16 · 11:00 AM
Kent Public Library · Carmel
Lend Me Your Ears is an exciting and interactive music program for preschoolers. Children will have a ball singing along with Marlana as she plays her acoustic guitar. Lots of movement guaranteed! Registration required for each child, individually. Program for ages 2-5.
scienceFREEThu, Sep 17 · 6:00 PM
Kent Public Library · Carmel
The Kent Public Library celebrates America 250! Join popular former News12 Meteorologist Joe Rao as he presents a Semiquincentennial tribute to American astronomers. Stars figure large in our early American identity – from the first flags of 1777 to the star charts in Ben Franklin’s popular almanacs. We’ll explore how the science of astronomy developed from the time of the signing of the Declaration of Independence right up to the present time. And we’ll clue you in on where to look in the sky to see a star, whose light began on its journey to Earth 250 years ago, and is only arriving now, for us to view in 2026. This is a virtual program presented on Zoom. Registration is Required. Recommended for ages 13 and up!
storytimeFREEMon, Sep 21 · 11:30 AM
Kent Public Library · Carmel
Bilingual Storytime / Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe 📚🎶(Sign up once for all classes-Sign up at anytime Sept-Dec) Join us for a monthly storytime where children explore the joy of English and Spanish through books, songs, fingerplays, movement, and a craft that reinforces language concepts. Únete a nosotros para una hora de cuentos mensual, donde los niños explorarán la alegría del inglés y el español a través de libros, canciones, juegos de dedos, movimiento y una manualidad que refuerza los conceptos de los idiomas. This storytime is perfect for children and families interested in familiarizing little ones with English, Spanish, or both. Engaging in multiple languages helps children: Esta hora de cuentos es perfecta para niños y familias interesadas en familiarizar a los pequeños con el inglés, el español o ambos. Participar en varios idiomas ayuda a los niños a: Build language and literacy skills - Desarrollar habilidades lingüísticas y de alfabetización Improve cognitive flexibility - Mejorar la flexibilidad cognitiva Develop an appreciation for different cultures - Desarrollar aprecio por diferentes culturas Gain confidence in communication and self-expression - Ganar confianza en la comunicación y la autoexpresión Led by two of our favorite librarians, Miss Chris and Miss Daisy, this interactive class fosters a love of books, music, creativity, and bilingual learning. Dirigida por dos de nuestras bibliotecarias favoritas, Miss Chris y Miss Daisy, esta clase interactiva fomenta el amor por los libros, la música, la creatividad y el aprendizaje bilingüe.
storytimeFREETue, Sep 22 · 10:30 AM
Kent Public Library · Carmel
Join Miss Chris at the Library for Lively Learning & Fun! Get ready for singing, dancing, fingerplays, storyboards, music, and more in this joyful class designed just for little ones ages 10–23 months! Please Note: This program is exclusively for children 10–23 months. Priority registration is given to Kent residents with a valid library card or library card number. All sign-ups will initially be placed on a waitlist and admitted as space allows, at the discretion of library staff. Please wait for confirmation via email or text before attending. Let’s move, groove, and grow together—see you at the library!