Library Programs

The Scotch Plains Public Library’s Youth Services Department offers a wide range of programs for children and teens.

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Special Events

Registration FULL – Magic Show featuring Magician Joe Fischer– Saturday, July 18 at 10:00am – Families will be amazed by interactive tricks, comedy, and surprising illusions that keep kids and adults engaged from start to finish. This high-energy performance encourages audience participation and plenty of laughs, making it a perfect for the whole family. Ideal for children ages 4 and up. Registration is required and opens on Monday, July 6th.

Storytimes & Events for Littles

Reading Buddies- Mondays at 10:00am (July only)

Reading Buddies pairs young readers (Pre-K–2nd grade) with friendly teen volunteers for one-on-one reading practice this summer. Build confidence, improve skills, and enjoy great stories together in a fun, supportive environment! Registration required.

Budding Bookworms – Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:00am (July 7 – August 19)

Budding Bookworms invites babies (birth–17 months) and their caregivers to enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that spark early literacy, followed by social playtime with new friends. Registration required.

Storytots – Tuesdays at 11:00am (July 7 – August 18)

Storytots is a lively storytime for children 18–35 months and their caregivers, featuring picture books, songs, and interactive play that spark creativity and early learning. Registration required.

Once Upon an Easel – Wednesdays at 11:00am (July 7 – August 19)

Once Upon an Easel is a creative storytime for children 18–35 months, combining beautifully illustrated books with hands-on art activities that spark imagination, self-expression, and early literacy. Registration required.

Ready, Set, Read! – Thursdays at 2:00pm (August only)

This interactive storytime designed to get your 3 to 5-year-old excited about books, learning, and school readiness. Each session features a lively mix of stories, songs, and activities that build early literacy and social skills in a fun and engaging way. Registration required.

Crafty Tales – Fridays at 10:00am (July 10-August 21)

Designed for children between 2 and 5 years of age, this program promotes creativity by pairing a stories with a craft. Registration required.

Pajama Storytime – Thursdays (7/30 & 8/20) at 6:00pm

Children are invited to join us for a fun and exciting nighttime storytime! Grab your favorite stuffed animal and wear your pajamas for a fun evening of stories and songs. This program is geared for children ages 1 to 3 but all are welcome! ASL interpretation will be provided. Registration required.

Saturday Storytime – Saturdays at 10:00am (no session 7/11 & 7/18)

The entire family is welcome to join us for this storytime each Saturday! Children and their caregivers can increase language development and comprehension with our stories, songs, and rhymes. Registration is not required fort his event (check our website for date updates).

*We want everyone to enjoy our programs! If you need any accommodations, please reach out to us at kids@scotchplainslibrary.org. Online registration is required for all programs. Registration opens the Monday one week prior. The first four days of registration are limited to children who are residents of Scotch Plains only. When registering, please use the child’s card number. Need a Scotch Plains Library card? Contact us at 908-322-5007 for more information or stop by the library. Neighboring LMxAC families can sign up the Friday one week prior to the event.

Library Programs

Check out our Summer Schedule – Each week, we have something new! Registration is required for all programs.

Week of July 13

Curious Kids – Science!, 7/13 at 2pm | Ages 3-6 – Registration full!
Lego Club, 7/13 at 6pm | Ages 4+
Art Lab, 7/14 at 3pm | Grades 3-8
Potato Lab, 7/16 at 3pm | Grades K-5 – Registration Full!
Family Craft Night, 7/16 at 6pm | Families – Registration Full!
Cooking Crew, 7/17 at 2:30pm | Ages 5+ (with caregiver) – Registration Full!
Magic Show, 7/18 at 10am | Ages 4+ – Registration Full!

Week of July 20

Curious Kids – Science!, 7/20 at 2pm | Ages 3-6
Pokémon Battle Club, 7/20 at 3:30pm | Grades 3-8
Lego Club, 7/20 at 6pm | Ages 4+
Art Lab, 7/21 at 3pm | Grades 3-8
Pokémon Carnival Night, 7/22 at 6pm | Families
Potato Lab, 7/23 at 3pm | Grades K-5
Family Art Night, 7/23 at 6pm | Families

Week of July 27

Lego Club, 7/27 at 6pm | Ages 4+
Art Lab, 7/28 at 3pm | Grades 3-8
Potato Lab, 7/30 at 3pm | Grades K-5
Cooking Crew, 7/31 at 2:30pm | Ages 5+ (with caregiver)

Week of August 3

Pokémon Battle Club, 8/3 at 3:30pm | Grades 3-8
Lego Club, 8/3 at 6pm | Ages 4+
Art Lab, 8/4 at 3pm | Grades 3-8
Claymation, 8/6 at 3pm | Grades 3-7 | Must Sign Up For All Sessions
Family Art Night, 8/6 at 6pm | Families

Week of August 10

Lego Club, 8/10 at 6pm | Ages 4+
Art Lab, 8/11 at 3pm | Grades 3-8
Pokémon Family Night, 8/12 at 6pm | Families
Claymation, 8/13 at 3pm | Grades 3-7 | Must Sign Up For All Sessions
Sprinkle Squad, 8/13 at 6pm | Grades K-2

Week of August 17

Pokémon Battle Club at 3:30pm | Grades 3-8
Lego Club, 8/17 at 6pm | Ages 4+
Art Lab, 8/18 at 3pm | Grades 3-8
Claymation, 8/20 at 3pm | Grades 3-7 | Must Sign Up For All Sessions

*We want everyone to enjoy our programs! If you need any accommodations, please reach out to us at kids@scotchplainslibrary.org. Online registration is required for all programs. Registration opens the Monday one week prior. The first four days of registration are limited to children who are residents of Scotch Plains only. When registering, please use the child’s card number. Need a Scotch Plains Library card? Contact us at 908-322-5007 for more information or stop by the library. Neighboring LMxAC families can sign up the Friday one week prior to the event.

Programs for Middle & High School Students

Teen Programs – Looking for teen programs? Check out our teen page!