Library Story Times in New Jersey (9 Verified)
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Library Story Times in New Jersey
Looking for a free story time for your baby, toddler or preschooler in New Jersey? These 9 public libraries have running regular story times on their official pages — drop-in, free, and no library card required.
9 librariesBabies · Toddlers · Preschool
We have verified 9 public libraries in New Jersey offering story times, across 9 cities — including Bayonne, Belleville, Dover, Hawthorne, Irvington. Each links to that library’s page with its address, hours and phone so you can confirm the service and any fees.
A few worth knowing in New Jersey:
- Irvington Public Library · Irvington — Active children's programming: Babies & Toddlers Storytime, Preschool Storytime, Arts & Crafts and Game Day every week
- Belleville Public Library · Belleville — Active multilingual programming: ESL classes, Spanish-language storytimes and Hispanic Heritage Month events
- Randolph Township Free Public Library · Randolph — Over 440 programs a year — storytimes, teen workshops, adult cultural events and job-skills training
💡 Good to know: Story-time schedules shift between the school year and summer and pause for holidays — always check the library’s own events calendar for the current day, time and whether a free registration ticket is required before you go.
New Jersey libraries with story times — 9 verified
Bayonne Free Public LibraryBayonne, New Jersey · (201) 858-6971697 Avenue CChildren's Room with youth programming and storytimes →Belleville Public LibraryBelleville, New Jersey · (973) 450-3434221 Washington AvenueActive multilingual programming: ESL classes, Spanish-language storytimes and Hispanic Heritage Month events →Dover Free Public LibraryDover, New Jersey · (973) 366-017232 E. Clinton StreetBilingual storytime (English/Spanish) for children ages 2–5 with caregivers →Louis Bay 2nd Library & Community CenterHawthorne, New Jersey · (973) 427-5745345 Lafayette AvenueDedicated Children's Wing for youth programming, storytimes and early literacy →Irvington Public LibraryIrvington, New JerseyCivic SquareActive children's programming: Babies & Toddlers Storytime, Preschool Storytime, Arts & Crafts and Game Day every week →Millville Public LibraryMillville, New Jersey · (856) 825-7087210 Buck StreetChildren and teen programs: Storytime, LEGO Club, Dungeons & Dragons and Nutritional Snack Kits →North Brunswick Public LibraryNorth Brunswick, New Jersey · (732) 246-3545880 Hermann RoadTherapy Dog reading sessions for children, plus StoryPlay, craft clubs and family storytimes →Randolph Township Free Public LibraryRandolph, New Jersey · (973) 895-355628 Calais RoadOver 440 programs a year — storytimes, teen workshops, adult cultural events and job-skills training →Tinton Falls Public LibraryTinton Falls, New Jersey · (732) 389-2594664 Tinton AvenueChildren's storytime and youth programming →
📝 How to find and attend a story time in New Jersey
- Find a library near you. Use the list above to pick a participating {state} library, then open its website or events calendar for the current schedule and age groups offered.
- Pick the right age group. Many libraries run separate sessions — baby or lapsit (0–18 months), toddler (18 months–3 years) and preschool (3–5 years) — as well as a mixed-age family story time you can attend if unsure.
- Check the day, time and sign-up rules. Most story times are weekly and drop-in, but some popular or special sessions ask you to register or grab a free ticket. Confirm the current schedule on the library’s calendar, since it shifts between the school year and summer.
- Just show up — a caregiver stays. Story time is free and open to the public; you do not usually need a library card to attend. A parent or caregiver stays with the child and joins in the songs and rhymes.
- Stay for play and browse books afterward. Many {state} libraries leave out toys or a simple craft after story time so children can play and socialize — a good moment to pick up picture books to take home.
New to this? See the national guide on how library story times work.
Frequently asked questions
Which New Jersey cities have libraries with story times?
We have verified 9 across 9 cities in New Jersey: Bayonne, Belleville, Dover, Hawthorne, Irvington, Millville, North Brunswick, Randolph and 1 more. Open any library’s page above for its address, hours and phone.
How many New Jersey libraries offer story times?
We have confirmed 9 New Jersey public libraries with story times, each verified from its official information. We add more as we confirm them, so the count can grow — or browse the full national list.
What makes Irvington Public Library in Irvington notable for story times?
Active children's programming: Babies & Toddlers Storytime, Preschool Storytime, Arts & Crafts and Game Day every week. See its full page for hours, address and phone.
Is story times available at Belleville Public Library in Belleville?
Active multilingual programming: ESL classes, Spanish-language storytimes and Hispanic Heritage Month events. See its full page for hours, address and phone.
Services verified from each library’s official information during our 2026 review. Fees and availability can change — confirm on the library’s page before visiting.