Looking for fun and educational activities to enjoy with your little ones this season?
Connecticut offers a variety of free storytimes that bring children and families together to enjoy the magic of reading.
Whether you have an infant, toddler, or preschooler, there’s a storytime near you that will engage your child and create lasting memories. From vibrant library events to community-driven programs, we’ve rounded up the best free storytimes happening throughout the state so you can always find fun things to do with your kids in Connecticut.
Here’s your guide to where and when you can catch the best free storytimes in Connecticut.
Please note that while we’ve done our very best to ensure this list’s accuracy and to keep things up to date, events are always subject to change. We highly recommend checking the venue’s website or contacting them before heading out to confirm everything.
Connecticut’s Free Storytimes
New Haven Public Library System
The New Haven Public Library system offers weekly storytimes and stay & play sessions across various branches:
- Stetson Library: Mondays & Saturdays, 10:00–11:30 am
- Ives Library: Mondays & Wednesdays, 11:00–11:30 am
- Mitchell Library: Tuesdays, 10:00–10:30 am & 11:30 am–12:00 pm
- Fair Haven Library: Tuesdays, 10:30–11:00 am (Bilingual – Quédate y Juega)
- Wilson Library: Thursdays, 10:30–11:15 am
Who: Birth–5 years with caregivers
What: Stories, songs, playtime, and more!
Southbury Public Library
Various ongoing storytime events at Southbury Parks & Rec each week. Check the calendar for the latest info.
Douglas Library of Hebron
Storytimes are offered on Tuesdays or Thursdays most weeks.
Plainville Public Library
Plainville offers a wide variety of storytimes for children of all ages:
- Baby Storytime: Tuesdays, 9:30 am (Birth–11 months with caregiver)
- Terrific Twos and Threes: Wednesdays, 9:30 am (Ages 2–3 with caregiver)
- Wonderful Ones Storytime: Thursdays, 9:30 am (Ages 12–23 months with caregiver)
- Preschool Craft and Lunch Bunch: Wednesdays, 12:30 pm (Ages 3–5, bring lunch)
Case Memorial Library, Orange
- Lapsit Storytime: Tuesdays, 10:30–11:30 am (Children under 2)
- Toddler Storytime: Wednesdays, 10:30–11:30 am (Ages 2)
- Preschool Storytime: Mondays, 10:30–11:15 am (Ages 3–5)
Westport Library
Storytimes are offered on various days Tuesday through Thursday.
Willimantic Library
Storytimes take place on most Mondays and Wednesdays, with Wednesdays typically reserved for babies.
Avon Free Library
A variety of storytimes is offered, typically on Mondays and Fridays.
Harwinton Public Library
- Storytime for ages 0–6: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10:00 am.
- Homeschool Storytimes: Every other Wednesday at 2:00 pm.
Portland Public Library
Storytimes are usually offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays mornings.
Wilton Public Library
Storytimes are offered throughout the week, typically on Tuesday through Thursday, and even some Saturdays.
Oliver Wolcott Library, Litchfield
Storytimes typically take place on Thursdays and Saturdays, most weeks.
Guilford Free Library
Various storytimes throughout the week. Days vary, so check the library for updates.
Lyme Public Library
- Preschool Storytime: Wednesdays at 10:30 am.
Trumbull Library
- Preschool Storytime: Mondays at 2:00 pm & Thursdays at 10:00 am
- All Ages Storytime: Thursdays at 4:00 pm (Merwin Room)
Newington Public Library
Free storytimes for various age groups are offered on most weekdays. Check with the library for specific schedules.
The Public Library of New London
- All Ages Storytime: Wednesdays at 10:30 am
- Baby Storytime: Fridays at 10:30 am
Slater Memorial Museum
The museum offers a storytime on the first Friday of each month. Perfect for those looking for a special, once-a-month event!
Do you know any other free storytimes in Connecticut that we overlooked? Share them with us by commenting below.
