Things to do with kids in Lexington, MA

10 AM – 10:30 AM·Large Meeting Room, Cary Memorial Library, 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Come sing along to old favorites and learn some new tunes! Singing together helps children develop language skills by slowing down words to better hear the individual sounds and introducing vocabulary that might not appear in everyday speech. Many songs will incorporate movement and opportunities to practice listening…

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Children's Activity Room, Cary Memorial Library, 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

A 30-minute, drop-in program for two- and three-year-olds and their caretakers (siblings are welcome). We will read stories and sing songs, and on occasion use manipulatives like shakers or a flannel board.

6 PM – 7 PM·Children's Activity Room, Cary Memorial Library, 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Hands-On Hearing Loss is an engaging, hands-on experience designed for students in grades K–3 to build understanding, empathy, and awareness of hearing loss and accessibility. Through storytelling, exploration, and interactive activities, students will discover that people experience the world of sound in different way…

6 PM – 8 PM·Teen Workshop, Cary Memorial Library, 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Dungeon Master Noah Michelson return to host a series of Dungeons and Dragons sessions. Come create your own fantasy character and join a unique campaign in this open-ended roleplaying game. No prior D&D experience is required to join and everything will be provided for you. When you sign up for this session, you are s…

9:30 AM – 10 AM·Large Meeting Room, Cary Memorial Library, 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Come dance with us! This high energy program fosters key early literacy skills including phonological awareness, memory, and sequencing skills, as well as promoting motor skill development—all while having lots of fun and moving our bodies. We begin with "follow the leader" songs followed by several free dances and end…

10:30 AM – 11:15 AM·Large Meeting Room, Cary Memorial Library, 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Join us for a high energy storytime of songs, stories and fun for ages 3-5. This storytime is a high participatory program for kids and caregivers. There are lots of games, songs, and rhymes mixed into the stories to keep kids moving and engaged.

4:15 PM – 5:15 PM·Children's Activity Room, Cary Memorial Library, 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Step into the world of stories, rhymes, and big ideas! Each week, kids will explore classic fairy tales alongside "fractured" twists and inspiring stories about fairness, empathy, and community. Together, we’ll build confidence through group recitation, practice introducing one another, and dive into hands-on crafts, g…

9:30 AM – 10 AM·Children's Activity Room, Cary Memorial Library, 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

It’s never too early to foster a love for reading! Join us for a peaceful, interactive storytime created specifically for infants who are not yet walking and their adult caregivers. Together, we’ll recite joyful rhymes, sing songs, share tickle games, and read cozy books. The program is designed to foster your baby’s p…

11 AM – 11:30 AM·Children's Activity Room, Cary Memorial Library, 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Take early literacy to the next step! Designed specifically for toddlers who have traded lap-sitting for walking, this faster paced, interactive program keeps up with your child's growing energy and skills. Together, toddlers and caregivers will jump, sing, recite playful rhymes, and listen to a short story or two—boos…

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM·Children's Activity Room, Cary Memorial Library, 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420

Stories, Songs & Saturday Connections for Ages 0–5 Can’t make it to our weekday programs? Start your weekend with us! Designed with working families and busy schedules in mind, this relaxed Saturday morning program combines a fun, interactive storytime with open social time. We’ll read engaging books, sing songs, and p…