Our ongoing programs are those that occur every week or on another regularly scheduled basis. For monthly and special programs, look at our event calendar or follow us on Facebook or Instagram. Fall programming typically runs from September through December with a break around the holidays. Winter/Spring programming runs from January through May and typically takes a break during vacation weeks. Summer Reading programming is held in June, July and August.
While each program is designed for a specific age group, younger or older siblings are welcome to join unless registration is required for a specific age group or programs indicate they are for a tween age group. Exact details for each program can be found in the event listings on our event calendar. If you have any questions about a program, feel free to email Miss Macy at mdavis@sailsinc.org
Early Childhood Programs
Lapsit Storytime
Held Mondays at 10 AM, lapsit storytime is designed for babies and toddlers ages 0 to 24 months. The focus of this program is on active caregiver participation and building caregiver familiarity with early literacy skills. We use the same songs, rhymes, and bounces for 6 to 8 weeks. The Library opens its doors at 9:50 AM for this program.
Messy Morning
Messy Morning is our sensory art program for toddlers and preschoolers ages 2-5. This program is held on Thursday mornings at 10:30 AM. We provide aprons, but encourage participants to dress for a mess. Some past projects include dot painting, ice painting, playdough, and puffy painting.
Nursery Rhyme Time
Nursery Rhyme time is an early-literacy program designed for kids ages 3-5. Join us Mondays at 11 AM for in-depth exploration of a new nursery rhyme each week. We’ll read, rhyme, sing, act, play, and craft together. Knowledge of simple rhymes and songs is an indicator of Kindergarten reading readiness, and we aim to support the development of those skills.
Family Storytime
Family storytime is designed for ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Storytime is held on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and focuses on the five early literacy skills: reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing. These skills are highlighted in songs, stories, rhymes, movement activities, and more. We use flannel boards, egg shakers, scarves, rhythm sticks, and puppets regularly!
Afternoon Programs
Creative Writing Club
Creative Writing Club will return in January 2027.
Afternoon Activities
Afternoon Activities take place every Tuesday afternoon at 3 PM. These activities are intended for kids in grades K-4, but are open to kids up to grade 6. Activities include craft projects, nature exploration, and STEM activities.
Library Society
Tweens in grades 5-7 looking to make a difference are invited to join the Library society. We’ll learn about various aspects of library work and complete projects to improve the library. This group meets at 3 PM on the first and third Wednesday of the month. Registration is required.
Homeschool Programming
The Library offers regularly scheduled programming for homeschool students, typically on Friday afternoons. These programs are designed to support the educational, social-emotional, and entertainment needs of elementary-aged learners. We offer a fall program series and a winter program series. Registration is required for these programs. Visit our events calendar for full program information.