Toddler/Baby Groups at Dublin City Libraries
Published on 5th May 2022
Ages 0-4
Toddler Group / Baby Group/ Storytime takes place in the following Dublin City Libraries. Days and times can vary so it is advisable to check with the relevant library in advance. Groups run on a weekly basis until the end of June.
Some Toddler/Baby groups do not meet during July or August or during school holidays. Please check with your library.
Ballyfermot Library, Donaghmede Library, Drumcondra Library and Marino Library are not currently running toddler groups but are well-stocked and there is no shortage of board books, activity books, picture books, pop-up books, series books, oversized books, games and toys - for children to enjoy on their visits. Series books are written by the same author and/or illustrated by the same artist. The idea is that once children get to know the core characters, they will want to keep following them on their next adventure. We showcase classics that have stood the test of time as well as new titles that will become favourites. Donaghmede Library hopes to offer a sensory storytime in the future; a member of staff is taking part in a project with local creches and schools presently, so watch this space!
Toddler Group / Baby Group/ Storytime for children
The Toddler Book Club meets on Thursday from 10 - 10.45am and is suitable for children aged 2 years to preschool age.
The Baby Book Club meets on Tuesday from 10 - 10.45am and is suitable for newborns to 2 year olds. Both clubs will include stories, activities and toys.
The toddler group meets on Tuesday and Thursday from 10.30-12.00pm.
The library is restarting the toddler group so the best thing for people to do is contact the library directly if interested. E: [email protected]
Adult and Toddler Group run by the Early Learning Initiative meets every Friday from 10.30 - 11.30am. Places are limited - booking is via Eventbrite.
Toddler group meets every Monday and Thursday from 10.30 - 11.30am. A new sensory hour will start on Monday the 30th May from 6-7pm.
Toddler group run by Barnardos will run for ten weeks on Fridays at 10am. Please contact Barnardos or the library for details. E: [email protected]
The toddler group meets on Wednesday mornings from 10-11am. However, it's fully booked out at present. It will run throughout the summer.
Toddler and Storytime group facilitated by the wonderful Early Learning Initiative meets every Tuesday and Friday morning from 10.30am. The group features story-time, songs and rhymes followed by playtime. Places are limited so booking is advised - booking is via Eventbrite.
The toddler group runs on Thursday morning from 10.30 - 11.30am. Every child gets a name tag and creative toys are placed in a circle on the floor. This is to encourage the children to socialise under the supervision of their guardian. Stories are told and simple children's song are sung.
The toddler group will start again in the autumn. Keep an eye on our social media. The best thing for people to do in the meantime is contact the library directly if interested. E: [email protected]
The toddler group meets in Rathmines Library every Thursday at 1pm and runs throughout the year. The library would warmly welcome new participants so contact the library directly if interested. E: [email protected]
The toddler group meets every Tuesday from 10am and continues throughout the summer.
My Storytime is suitable for babies from 0 - 2 yrs old and meets every Tuesday from 10.45 - 11.30am. It includes stories and songs. The group will continue during the month of June. Keep an eye on social media updates. Places are limited so please email [email protected]
My Sensory Hour for primary school children and their parents/carers takes place from 3.30 - 4.30pm each week.
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Further reading: Children's books on feelings and emotions and our sensory services.
