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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.

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Toddler Storytime

May 7th | 10:30am - 11:00am

Wednesdays - 10:30 to 11AMBest for families with kids from 2-4 years old. Toddlers’ attention spans are short, so expect 20-25 minutes of simple books, songs, easy fingerplays, and felt board nursery rhymes. Adults and their toddlers actively...
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KID EVENTS

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Toddler Storytime

May 7th | 10:30am - 11:00am

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Baby Storytime

May 7th | 1:00pm - 1:30pm

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After-School Zone

May 7th | 3:15pm - 5:00pm

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After-School Zone

May 8th | 3:15pm - 5:00pm

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Board Games (Second Friday)

May 9th | 6:00pm - 8:30pm

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Smash Bros Video Game Tournament

May 10th | 3:00pm - 8:30pm

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KID NEWS


ASL Storytime


Feb 28, 2026

Come enjoy an interactive storytelling experience in American Sign Language (ASL). A skilled ASL storyteller will bring stories to life with expressive signing, engaging visuals, and lots of...

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ASL Storytime


Jan 24, 2026

Come enjoy an interactive storytelling experience in American Sign Language (ASL). A skilled ASL storyteller will bring stories to life with expressive signing, engaging visuals, and lots of...

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ASL Storytime


Nov 22, 2025

Come enjoy an interactive storytelling experience in American Sign Language (ASL). A skilled ASL storyteller will bring stories to life with expressive signing, engaging visuals, and lots of...

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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

The Children’s Services Department employs one full-time professional children’s Librarian, who (along with the rest of the Library staff) provides the following services: 

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!

DIAL-A-STORY

Listen to a story read by one of our Librarians.  Changes each week. 707-746-4343

 

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