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KID SERVICES

The Benicia Public Library’s Children’s Services Department provides library service to children from birth through age 14. Children’s Services also assists parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone with an interest in children’s literature.

Stuff for Kids

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Closed for Thanksgiving

Nov 26th-Nov 30th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm

For Thanksgiving, the Library (and the Book Drop) will close at 5PM on November 26 and reopen at 10AM on December 1.Remember, you can always access our digital Library!
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KID EVENTS

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Closed for Thanksgiving

Nov 26th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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After-School Zone

Dec 1st | 3:15pm - 5:00pm

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After-School Zone

Dec 2nd | 3:15pm - 5:00pm

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Kids' Book Club

Dec 2nd | 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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Toddler Storytime

Dec 3rd | 10:30am - 11:00am

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Baby Storytime

Dec 3rd | 1:00pm - 1:30pm

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New eBooks

KID NEWS


Closed for Thanksgiving


Nov 26, 2025

For Thanksgiving, the Library (and the Book Drop) will close at 5PM on November 26 and reopen at 10AM on December 1.Remember, you can always access our digital Library!

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Scholastic Book Fair at the Library!


Dec 08, 2025

We're holding a Scholastic Book Fair in the Library, with the proceeds going to the BUSD school libraries! Support a good cause and get some fairly priced new reading material. The Fair will be...

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Gift-Making Workshop


Dec 10, 2025

For the whole family!We’ve got some new gifts for you to make this year! Materials are provided, so just drop in.In the Doña Benicia Room.

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AT THE BENICIA PUBLIC LIBRARY, KIDS CAN

  • Get their own Library card
  • Borrow from an exciting collection of books, magazines, and other materials selected especially for children
  • Come to special events and participate in free programs like the Summer Reading Program
  • Talk to a Children’s Librarian to get answers to their questions, or to find a great book to read next
REFERENCE AND INFORMATION:

Have a question? Need an answer? That’s what the library is here for. You can call the Reference Desk on the phone (707) 746-4343, or come to the Customer Service Desk and ask a Librarian in person. Whether it’s research for homework, a personal problem, or just for fun, a children’s Librarian can help you find what you need.

READER ADVISORY:

Not sure what to read next? Having trouble finding a book you like? Let the Children’s Librarian help! She is an expert in children’s literature, she understands kids, and she is always happy to suggest something. Or look at one of the Library’s lists of recommended books, and maybe you’ll see something you like there.

PROGRAMMING:

The Children’s Librarian provides a wide variety of children’s programs to promote reading, teach a love of books, and encourage kids and their families to come to the Library. Take a look at the list of Special Events and Programs for Kids to find out what’s happening at the Library!

 

 

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