1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Join our reading readiness program designed to expose children to an assortment of classic stories that will help them on their journey to become independent readers! Sign up online or in person at the Youth Reference desk.
The program is ongoing throughout the year, so you may start any time. Periodically, as children accomplish listening milestones they will be invited to special parties at the library to celebrate their achievement!
This program is designed to encourage parents and caregivers to read at least 1000 books to children from birth to kindergarten.
Events for Ages 5 & Under
- Collecting Letters to Santa
December 2nd - 15th, 2025
In-Person Event
Elementary Age & UnderSamuels Public Library will start collecting letters to Santa on behalf of Warren County Parks & Rec. Letters to Santa can be dropped off from December 2nd through December 15th, and letters will be accepted from children elementary age and younger. One letter will be sent back to each household. Letters must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 15th, 2025.
- Music & Movement: Babies
Monday, December 8th, 2025
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 23 Months & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Toddlers & Preschool
Monday, December 8th, 2025
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, December 10th, 2025
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with stories about emotions, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Local author, Dawn Downing Henricks, will read her book The Brain Train, and talk about kids emotions and frustrations. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, December 10th, 2025
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with stories about emotions, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Local author, Dawn Downing Henricks, will read her book The Brain Train, and talk about kids emotions and frustrations. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Babies
Monday, December 15th, 2025
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 23 Months & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Toddlers & Preschool
Monday, December 15th, 2025
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Christmas and Hanukkah stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Christmas and Hanukkah stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Register for this event online.