Storytime

Join us for fun storytimes and activities both in person and virtual; or check out a themed kit with everything you need to do storytime at home. Siblings are welcome and a library card is not needed to participate in storytimes.

Storytime in a Bag

Try storytime at home with a thematic kit prepared for you by our librarians.

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K9 Reading Buddies

Stop by the Grants Pass and Williams branch every Tuesday from 3–4 pm for K9 Reading Buddies. During this program, trained therapy dogs provide a non-intimidating environment for children to learn to read out loud. Young readers have the opportunity to explore language and books during this special storytime.

Registration is not required.

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Sprout a Reader Storytime

Children ages birth to five and their caregivers are invited to learn how to give a great storytime from home during the Sprout a Reader program from 10:30–11 am on Thursdays at the Grants Pass branch.

Registration is not required.

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Kindergarten Toolbox

*Registration full for spring 2023 session.*

Children ages 3–6 and their caregivers are invited to join the Kindergarten Toolbox program to promote Kindergarten Readiness.

During this program, families will receive a toolbox with school supplies and other materials with demonstrations and practice sessions designed for preschoolers. Each week a new book and “tool” are offered for each child to keep in their kit. Tools include letter and number manipulatives, journal and writing prompts, tips for parents, and more.

Space is limited, and registration is required. Email info@josephinelibrary.org for more information and to register. A library card is not needed to participate.

This program is made possible by Ford Family Foundation.

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LEGO Club

Join us for LEGO Club the last Saturday of each month at the Grants Pass branch. Families are invited to drop in anytime between 1 to 2 pm to build and play. LEGOs and blocks are available for all ages and skill levels.

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Williams Weekly Friday Storytime

Families are invited to visit the Williams branch of Josephine Community Library District every Friday from 11 am–12 pm for a weekly themed storytime and craft session in a safe and fun environment.

To learn more and view storytime themes visit the calendar. Registration is not required.

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Illinois Valley Craft & Storytime Saturdays

Families are invited to drop-in to the Illinois Valley branch of Josephine Community Library every Saturday for themed storytime and crafts all day. Storytime takes place every half hour.

To learn more and view storytime themes visit the calendar. Registration is not required.

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