Newton Free Library Kids Department

Newton Free Library Kids Department The Newton Free Library Children's Department is a vibrant place for the whole family! The Department serves kids (newborns through 8th grade).

We strive to promote a life long love of reading through innovative programs and a high quality collection.

🎨 Draw Along Creatures: Capybara Edition! July 1 at 4:00pm. 🦦Calling all young artists ages 6-10! Join us for a fun, int...
06/18/2026

🎨 Draw Along Creatures: Capybara Edition! July 1 at 4:00pm. 🦦

Calling all young artists ages 6-10! Join us for a fun, interactive learn-to-draw session where we’ll create adorable capybaras from simple shapes. Our artist instructor will guide you step-by-step, then help you bring your own imaginative scenes to life!

Ready to unleash your creativity? Registration is required—secure your spot here: https://ow.ly/xu2J50ZcRjn

Let’s make art together!

Movers & Shakers: Wednesday, June 17 at 10:30 am 💃Let’s stretch, move, sing, and dance! Join us for a fun movement progr...
06/17/2026

Movers & Shakers: Wednesday, June 17 at 10:30 am 💃
Let’s stretch, move, sing, and dance! Join us for a fun movement program filled with upbeat rhymes and songs.

For kids ages 0–5 and their caregivers. Registration is not required—drop-ins are welcome!

Celebrate Pride Month at the Newton Free Library!🌈🏳️‍🌈 Do the Famous Figures scavenger hunt and win a prize button! Can...
06/15/2026

Celebrate Pride Month at the Newton Free Library!🌈🏳️‍🌈
Do the Famous Figures scavenger hunt and win a prize button!
Can you guess the names of the artists on our Music Match wall?
Add to our Community Kindness Chain- tell us how you can be a friend and helper in your community.

We had a blast at our FIFA-themed Family Fun program on Saturday!
06/15/2026

We had a blast at our FIFA-themed Family Fun program on Saturday!

Sensational Play June 15 at 10:30am.Drop by anytime in the hour for self-directed sensory activities. There will be stat...
06/15/2026

Sensational Play June 15 at 10:30am.
Drop by anytime in the hour for self-directed sensory activities. There will be stations set up around the room each with a different activity for children to explore at their own pace.
For kids ages 2-5 and their caregivers. No registration required, drop-ins welcome.

Family Fun: World Cup Edition! Saturday June 13 at 3:00pm in the Children's Program room.Drop in anytime in the hour for...
06/13/2026

Family Fun: World Cup Edition! Saturday June 13 at 3:00pm in the Children's Program room.
Drop in anytime in the hour for self directed activities and games, all World Cup-themed!

Story Starters June 13 at 10:30am in the Children's Program Room.Join Story Starters for a cozy, interactive lapsit stor...
06/13/2026

Story Starters June 13 at 10:30am in the Children's Program Room.
Join Story Starters for a cozy, interactive lapsit storytime for babies and toddlers. The stories we read celebrate the many different identities and experiences present in our community. Together, we’ll approach each story with joy and curiosity, modeling simple, age-appropriate strategies that caregivers can use at home. Families of all kinds are welcome to come and read and wonder together.
For kids ages 0-5 and their caregivers. No registration required, drop-ins welcome.

Draw Along Creatures Wednesday June 17 at 4:00pm.Draw Along Creatures is a learn-to-draw program focusing on animals. Af...
06/12/2026

Draw Along Creatures Wednesday June 17 at 4:00pm.
Draw Along Creatures is a learn-to-draw program focusing on animals. After creating a drawing of popular creatures from simple shapes, the artist instructor will show kids how to create scenes from their imagination. This week's animal is CAPYBARAS.

For children ages 6-10. Registration is required. To register, click here: https://newtonfreelibrary.libcal.com/event/16917604?more

Jammin With You - Today at 10:30am in Druker Auditorium.For kids 0-5 and caregivers. No registration needed. Join us!
06/12/2026

Jammin With You - Today at 10:30am in Druker Auditorium.
For kids 0-5 and caregivers. No registration needed. Join us!

Address

330 Homer Street
Newton Center, MA
02459

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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+16177961360

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