Story times & library events for kids in New Castle County
A library story time is the original free outing — a song, a book, and somewhere for the little ones to wiggle. Nearly every NCC branch runs them, and this list pulls the upcoming ones straight from our calendar, soonest first. Most are weekly and free; check each for the age it targets.
The Lion Inside
Sun, Sep 20 · Please Touch Museum
The short duration and imaginative theme make it a good fit for young children with varying attention spans.
KinderSkills Story Time
Mon, Sep 21 · Brandywine Hundred Library
Jitterbugs at Claymont Library
Mon, Sep 21 · Claymont Library
The limited class size and admission method may help ensure a more focused and manageable experience for young children.
Phonics Fun
Mon, Sep 21 · Kirkwood Library
Book Babies
Mon, Sep 21 · Bear Library
Pajama Storytime with Ms. Karen
Mon, Sep 21 · Appoquinimink Library
PJ's and Pizza Storytime/Stem at the library!
Mon, Sep 21 · Corbit-Calloway Memorial Library
Pajama Storytime
Mon, Sep 21 · Kirkwood Library
Children's Storytime
Tue, Sep 22 · Delaware City Public Library
Toddler Tales
Tue, Sep 22 · Brandywine Hundred Library
Storytime with Ms. Courtney
Tue, Sep 22 · Appoquinimink Library
Rhythm, Rhyme and Story Time
Tue, Sep 22 · Hockessin Library
Rhythm, Rhyme, and Story Time - Pre-school Story Time
Tue, Sep 22 · Kirkwood Library
The rotating themes and mix of stories, songs, and activities may help keep young children engaged.
Rhythm and Rhyme Storytime
Tue, Sep 22 · New Castle Public Library
Songs & Stories
Tue, Sep 22 · Dover Public Library
The combination of songs and stories can help maintain engagement for younger children.
Yoga Adventures
Tue, Sep 22 · Claymont Library
Jitterbugs Story Time
Tue, Sep 22 · Bear Library
Book Babies Stay & Play
Tue, Sep 22 · Brandywine Hundred Library
5 & 6 Year Olds Book Group
Tue, Sep 22 · Hockessin Library
Shake, Rattle, & Read with Miss Jackie
Wed, Sep 23 · Duck Creek Regional Library
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Questions parents ask
Where can I find a story time near me?
Nearly every New Castle County library branch runs free story times for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. This list pulls the next upcoming ones from our calendar — most are weekly and free.
What ages are library story times for?
Most branches split by age — baby/lap-sit, toddler, and preschool story times — so there's usually one that fits. Check the event for the age it targets and whether it needs registration.
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Event dates come straight from our live calendar and refresh automatically. Last reviewed June 15, 2026. Confirm anything dated on the source before you go.