Program Plans

Aside from books, programs are perhaps the number one reason patrons visit the library.
Below are numerous program ideas, separated by age group, to help you discover new options for your library.
They are separated by category. Click on the links to get more information, including specific program session details,
printable project instruction sheets, and more.

***Babies and Toddlers***
Storytimes The early literacy staple, with stories, songs, and maybe more.
Music and Movement No stories, just songs, lap bounces, and various ways to get little bodies moving.
Sensory Playtime Encouraging little hands to explore the world around them.
Seasonal Activities Programs for the many holidays and special times of year.

***Preschoolers***
Storytimes Stories, songs, and perhaps a craft. Includes theme ideas.
Music and Movement No stories, just songs, dancing and other movement, plus the option to make their own instruments.
Arts and Crafts Hands-on projects and techniques to encourage creativity.
Science and STEM Projects and experiments to explore different science-themed topics.
Seasonal Activities Programs for the many holidays and special times of year.
Passive Programming Scavenger hunts, interactive displays, and other options to encourage participation without staff involvement.
Take and Makes Projects and activities suitable for take-home kits.

***School Age***
Storytimes A different style than the younger programs, reading and discussing chapter books.
Music and Movement Dancing and moving to music, with the addition of making instruments and maybe even writing their own songs.
Arts and Crafts Hands-on projects and techniques to encourage creativity.
Science and STEM Projects and experiments to explore different STEM-themed topics.
Building and Tinkering LEGOs, other building materials, and options for taking apart and putting things together.
Animals Programs that involve learning about and interacting with animals.
Food Learning to cook and prepare, decorating contests, and anything else food-related.
History and Culture Jump back in time, explore different parts of the world, and learn about different cultures.
Kindness Club Discover ways to give back, through projects and discussion.
Escape Rooms Put problem solving and attention to detail skills to the test through interactive puzzles.
Groups and Clubs Regular themed programs, from writing to gaming to book clubs and more.
Parties Themed programs with games, projects, etc.
Seasonal Activities Programs for the many holidays and special times of year.
Passive Programming Scavenger hunts, interactive displays, and other options to encourage participation without staff involvement.
Take and Makes Projects and activities suitable for take-home kits.

***Teens***
Arts and Crafts Hands-on projects and techniques to encourage creativity.
Science and STEM Projects and experiments to explore different STEM-themed topics.
Building and Tinkering LEGOs, other building materials, and options for taking apart and putting things together.
Food Learning to cook and prepare, decorating contests, and anything else food-related.
History and Culture Jump back in time, explore different parts of the world, and learn about different cultures.
Kindness Club Discover ways to give back, through projects and discussion.
Escape Rooms Put problem solving and attention to detail skills to the test through interactive puzzles.
Groups and Clubs Regular themed programs, from writing to gaming to book clubs and more.
Parties Themed programs with games, projects, etc.
Adulting 101 Informative programs to help teens prepare for the "real world."
Seasonal Activities Programs for the many holidays and special times of year.
Passive Programming Scavenger hunts, interactive displays, and other options to encourage participation without staff involvement.
Take and Makes Projects and activities suitable for take-home kits.

***Adults***
Arts and Crafts Hands-on activities that let participants get creative.
Book Club Ideas for encouraging discussion revolving around selected books.
Lectures and Seminars Ideas and potential resources for informative programs on a variety of topics.
Specialty Programs Single or short-series programs on a particular topic.
Seasonal Activities Programs for the many holidays and special times of year.
Take and Makes Projects and activities suitable for take-home kits.