Free Kids Events in Rockland This Weekend

September 12–13, 2026 · 5 free events

This weekend in Rockland offers a range of free activities for kids, from reading with therapy dogs to meeting reptiles and making art. The options below span different neighborhoods and include events for early readers, grade-schoolers, and families. Each listing is based on the event details provided, so you can check ages, times, and locations to find the best fit.

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Come! Sit! Read!storytimeFREE

Come! Sit! Read!

Sat, Sep 12 · 11:00 AM

Pearl River Public Library · Pearl River

PRPL welcomes Therapy Dogs of Rockland! New and emerging readers in K-2nd grade can practice their reading skills, one-to-one, with a furry friend. Call or come into the library to reserve a 15 minute

Ages 6–12

New and emerging readers in K-2nd grade can practice reading one-to-one with a therapy dog. The 15-minute reserved sessions give children a calm, non-judgmental audience to build confidence.

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Graphic Novel Book ClubstorytimeFREE

Graphic Novel Book Club

Sat, Sep 12 · 1:00 PM

The Nyack Library · Nyack

For children in grades 2-5 Join us as we discuss our favorite graphic novels while exploring different themes and authors each month. Participants will be able to vote for what books they want to read

Ages 7–11Course

This book club is designed for grades 2-5 and focuses on graphic novels, with participants voting on what to read. It combines discussion of themes and authors with a say in the book selection.

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Rizzo's Wildlife ShowshowFREE

Rizzo's Wildlife Show

Sun, Sep 13 · 1:00 PM

Nanuet Public Library · Nanuet

In celebration of our pet library gecko GG’s 6th Adopt-a-versary we’ll be visited by some of her scaly pals! We’ll listen and learn about other members of the reptile family and even get to interact w

Ages 3–8

Kids ages 3-8 can see and interact with reptiles at this wildlife show. It is held in celebration of the library gecko's 6th Adopt-a-versary and focuses on learning about the reptile family.

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Music & Fun with Mr. KurtmusicFREE

Music & Fun with Mr. Kurt

Sun, Sep 13 · 3:00 PM

Suffern Free Library · Suffern

Music and Fun with Mr. Kurt Join us for music, bubbles and lots of fun. For the whole family. Open to children who are residents of the Suffern Central School District or in the care of a grandparent

This whole-family event includes music, bubbles, and fun at the Suffern Free Library. It is open to children who are residents of the Suffern Central School District or in the care of a grandparent.

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Kids Art ClassartFREE

Kids Art Class

Sat, Sep 12 · 11:30 AM

Tappan Library · Tappan

Be inspired by famous artists of the past and present through drawing, painting, and collage. All levels welcome. Sign up per session.

This art class lets children draw, paint, and make collages inspired by famous artists from the past and present. All levels are welcome, and sign-up is per session.

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