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Story times in Boston, MA this week

Browse library story times, baby lapsits, toddler and preschool storytime, and bilingual stories in Boston, MA.

We reviewed 9,000+ Boston-area events to pick the 36 best story times in Boston, MA between September 29 and October 5. Updated daily.

Our best picks: story times in Boston, MA — September 29 – October 5

TUESDAY
29
SEPTEMBER

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Central Library in Copley Square, Children's Library's Rey Room, Boston

Enjoy a story time that will help children get ready to start school! Ages 3-5. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund's website . Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. T…

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·East Boston, East Boston

Join us for bounces, rhymes, stories, songs, and activities. We will have the same program on Monday and Tuesday. We ask that you choose one time to attend. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund…

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Shaw-Roxbury, Roxbury · Boston

Join Librarian Brittany for fun read-alouds, music, and movement! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info" pane on the right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodatio…

10:30 AM – 11:15 AM·Jamaica Plain, This program happens downstairs in the community room , Jamaica Plain · Boston

Every Tuesday come celebrate story time with Librarian Chris at 10:30 am! We hear three stories, do a variety of songs and finger plays, have fun with props, and have parachute time. Come have all the fun! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or langu…

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Charlestown, Event is in the second floor program room., Charlestown · Boston

Join us for a baby story time for babies 0-18 months and their caregivers. We will read, sing, and do baby lapsit bounces and rhymes. The baby story time is a chance to bond with your babies, meet other caregivers, and engage your baby with books, music, and props. This event is on Tuesday mornings 10:30 AM -11:00 AM.…

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Roslindale, Roslindale · Boston

Toddlers and their caregivers join Miss Celeste for lap bounces, stories, rhymes, baby signs, and songs. This program is best for toddlers age 12-36 months. This program is not intended for large groups. Preschools and daycares, please contact Miss Celeste to arrange a visit and a Story Time just for your class. Access…

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Adams Street, Children's Room, Dorchester · Boston

Join Miss Sarah every Tuesday at 10:30 am for short stories, songs, and rhymes. Connect with other parents as you help your baby build important literary skills. This program is intended for children 0-18 months . Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/…

10:30 AM – 11 AM·North End, Boston

Join Librarian Ashley for stories, songs, rhymes, bonding, and fun! This program is designed for children ages 18 months to 5 years old and their caregivers to participate in together. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact…

11 AM – 11:30 AM·Codman Square, Dorchester · Boston

Join Ms. Rebekah for stories, songs, and movement! This program is designed for ages 0-5, but all ages are welcome. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info" pane on the right. Pleas…

11 AM – 12 PM·West Roxbury, Community Room, West Roxbury · Boston

Join Miss Annette for a fun Story Time for babies 0-18 months. We'll have songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info" pane on the right. Please…

WEDNESDAY
30
SEPTEMBER

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·East Boston, East Boston

This weekly story time features books, songs, movement, and a craft. Groups please call ahead. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund's website: bplfund.org. Accessibility Notice: We strive to ma…

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Brighton, Brighton · Boston

Join Brighton Branch Children’s Librarian Ms. Allie for stories, songs, rhymes, and other early literacy activities! Best for ages 3-5, though siblings are always welcome. This program is designed for caregivers and children to participate in together. This program is not intended for large groups. Preschools and dayca…

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Uphams Corner, Children's Room, Dorchester · Boston

Join Ms. Alessandra for stories, songs, and movement for children ages 0-5. The door to the ramp behind the bus stop on Columbia Road is open for stroller access during story time. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the…

10:30 AM – 11:15 AM·Jamaica Plain, This program is held in the community room downstairs. , Jamaica Plain · Boston

Join us every Wednesday at 10:30 am for Pre-School Storytime. We will hear three stories and many songs and fingerplays from librarian Chris. Closing out story time will be prop play and parachute time! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language…

11 AM – 11:30 AM·Charlestown, Event is in the second floor program., Charlestown · Boston

Bring your babies, toddlers, and young children for a Story Time featuring songs, rhymes, and picture books. We’ll use props for movement breaks. Hope to see you all there! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the departm…

11 AM – 11:30 AM·Chinatown, Lower Level, Boston

Join Librarian Morgan for a Story Time aimed at babies and toddlers every Wednesday at 11 am! We’ll move, sing, and read stories together to build early literacy. Recommended for ages 0-3, but preschoolers are welcome too. Please note that all of our events are intended for individuals, families, and small groups of fr…

11 AM – 12 PM·West Roxbury, Community Room, West Roxbury · Boston

Little ones ages 0 to 5 are invited to join Miss Annette for a story time with books, songs, movement, and finger play in the Community Room. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info…

11:15 AM – 11:45 AM·Central Library in Copley Square, Children's Library's Rey Room, Boston

Join us for a fun story time for young children! Note: space may be limited. Ages 0-5. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact the Children's Room at mlevine@bpl.org or call (617) 859-2476. Please allow at least two we…

3:30 PM – 4 PM·Central Library in Copley Square, Children's Library's Rey Room, Boston

Join an all-ages story time for an afternoon of fun! Ages 0-7. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact the Children's Room at mlevine@bpl.org or call (617) 859-2476. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommoda…

5 PM – 5:45 PM·30 Chestnut Hill Ave. Brighton, MA 02135 · Boston

Join Brighton Branch Children’s Librarian Ms. Allie for all-ages story times at the farmer’s market this summer! We'll read, sing, dance, and play together. No purchase is required to attend, but we recommend checking out the local vendors for access to fresh fruits, veggies, and more. In inclement weather, this progra…

THURSDAY
1
OCTOBER

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Faneuil, Brighton · Boston

Join Ms. Sherry for a musical story time with singable books, songs, and lots of fun props like shakers, scarves, and more! Recommended for ages 0-2 with caregivers. This program is not intended for large groups. Preschools and daycares, please contact Miss Caroline to arrange a visit or story time just for your class.…

11:15 AM – 11:45 AM·Central Library in Copley Square, Children's Library's Rey Room, Boston

Join us for a fun story time for young children! Note: space may be limited. Ages 0-5. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact the Children's Room at mlevine@bpl.org or call (617) 859-2476. Please allow at least two we…

FRIDAY
2
OCTOBER

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Charlestown, Charlestown · Boston

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with Laura Macias. Stories and folk tales from around the world told in English and in Spanish. Includes puppets, songs, and movements for children ages 3-5 years old. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or…

10:30 AM – 11:15 AM·Connolly, Jamaica Plain · Boston

Songs and playtime for babies up to 14 months with their caregivers. Canciones y tiempo de juego para bebés de hasta 14 meses con sus cuidadores. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact…

10:30 AM – 11:15 AM·Brighton, Brighton · Boston

Join Brighton Branch Children’s Librarian Ms. Allie for stories, songs, rhymes, and other early literacy activities! Best for ages 3 months to 3 years, though siblings are always welcome. This program is designed for caregivers and children to participate in together! This program is not intended for large groups. Pres…

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Adams Street, Children's Room, Dorchester · Boston

Infants and toddlers aged 0-5 are invited to join Miss Sarah every week for stories, songs, rhymes, and active play! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info" pane on the right. Plea…

10:30 AM – 11 AM·South Boston, program room, South Boston

Join Ms. Sherry for a musical story time for ages 0-5 with singable books, songs, and lots of fun props like shakers, scarves, and parachute games. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact jbickford@bpl.org. Please allo…

SATURDAY
3
OCTOBER

10 AM – 10:30 AM·Central Library in Copley Square, Children's Library's Rey Room, Boston

Join us on Saturday mornings for a fun story time for families! Ages 0-7. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact the Children's Room at mlevine@bpl.org or call (617) 859-2476. Please allow at least two weeks to arrang…

SUNDAY
4
OCTOBER

3:30 PM – 4 PM·Central Library in Copley Square, Children's Library's Rey Room, Boston

Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs! Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact the Children's Room at mlevine@bpl.org or call (617) 859-2476. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.

MONDAY
5
OCTOBER

10:30 AM – 11 AM·North End, Boston

Join Librarian Ashley for stories, songs, rhymes, bonding, and fun during a Baby Lap-sit Story Time! This program is designed for babies with their caregivers. Please note there is no story time on Monday, October 12, 2026. Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommoda…

10:30 AM – 11:15 AM·Egleston Square, Roxbury · Boston

Join Ms. Claire for stories, songs, and a simple craft designed to support early learning. Every week, we will explore new ideas and skills through reading and other participatory activities. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services,…

10:30 AM – 11:15 AM·Hyde Park, Hyde Park · Boston

We will share stories and songs, followed by a craft based on the seasonal theme of the week. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund's website: bplfund.org Accessibility Notice: We strive to make…

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Grove Hall, Dorchester · Boston

Join Librarian Angela on Mondays mornings for All-Ages Story Time Story Time. Young Children and their caregivers will enjoy 30 minutes rhymes, songs, puppets, and stories! At the end of story time, families are welcome to stay for an additional 30 minutes of free play time. Large groups must register. Preschool Story…

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·South Boston, South Boston

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with Laura Macias. Stories and folk tales from around the world told in English and in Spanish. Includes puppets, songs, and movements for children ages 3-5 years old. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or…

11 AM – 11:45 AM·West End, Boston

Join our friend Miss Sherry on Monday mornings this fall for a story, songs, and fun with scarves and shakers! Come read with us! No activity on 10/12 in observance of Indigenous People's Day. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services,…

5 PM – 5:45 PM·Jamaica Plain, This program will happen downstairs in the community room , Jamaica Plain · Boston

Are you searching for something to do with your preschoolers or babies around 5 pm? Come to the Jamaica Plain branch on Monday evenings at 5 pm for our pajama story time! We will hear three stories, do a variety of fingerplays and songs, have fun with props, and then have parachute time! Accessibility Notice : We striv…

Questions

Are library story times free?

Almost always. Of the story times we list that state a price, more than 99% are free. Some ask you to register or cap the room, so check the event's page before you go.

What ages are story times for?

Baby or lapsit story times are for newborns to about 18 months, toddler story times for roughly 1 to 3, and preschool story times for 3 to 5. Family story times welcome all ages together.

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