Big adventures start with books, crafts, and curiosity!
No matter where you are—at home, on the go, or snuggled up in your favorite reading spot—your next adventure is just a click away! Explore a world of kid-friendly eBooks, audiobooks, videos, and learning tools made just for young readers. Whether your child loves silly stories, wild animals, fairy tales, or fun facts, our digital library has something to spark every imagination.
Start exploring today with these free, safe, and easy-to-use resources—available 24/7 with your library card!
Read together. Grow together.
Start your child on the path to literacy success! This nationwide program encourages families to read 1,000 books with their children before they enter kindergarten. Every book counts—even repeats and storytime favorites! By sharing stories together, you’ll build early literacy skills, strengthen family bonds, and create joyful reading habits that last a lifetime. Track your progress with reading logs or apps, and celebrate milestones along the way.
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Free books, mailed monthly to children from birth to age five—no cost, no catch!
Explore hands-on activities, book picks, and library fun for curious kids of all ages!
A fun, interactive learning platform for ages 2–8, featuring games, books, puzzles, and more to build reading, math, science, and art skills. Free to use at the library!
We strive to grow your child’s early literacy skills by providing programs that enhance social and emotional development, develop their listening and communication skills, encourage their creativity, and help them learn about the world around them.
Toddler Tales: Story Hour for Toddlers
Join us for a delightful story hour specially designed for children ages 3 and under. This engaging session will feature captivating stories, interactive songs, and fun crafts or activities. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to foster a love of reading and creativity in your little ones! Every Wednesday & Friday at 10:00 am (with the exception of the first Friday of the month).
Storytime: Story Hour for Preschoolers
Join us for an engaging and interactive story hour specifically tailored for kids aged 3 to 5. Delight in an assortment of captivating stories, cheerful songs, and fun crafts or activities designed to foster creativity and learning. Every Wednesday and & Friday at 11:00 am (with the exception of the first Friday of the month).
Love on a Leash: Bring your little ones to the library and cuddle up with Love on a Leash therapy dogs during Storytime! It’s a wonderful opportunity for children to not only enjoy a good story but also interact with these gentle and friendly furry friends. The first Saturday of each month at 1:00 pm.
Music & Movement: Get your little ones moving and grooving with Ms. Carrie, parent educator for the Parents as Teachers program and Appalachian Early Childhood Network board member, after Storytime! Join us for an energetic and fun-filled session designed to keep those young minds and bodies active. The first Friday of the month at 10:00 am.
Pep & Pizzazz: Dance along with Ms. Britani, the lively and enthusiastic studio owner of Pep & Pizzazz: Dance, Gymnastics, Ninja, Cheer. Join us after Toddler Tales and Storytime for a fun and energetic experience that will ignite your child’s love for movement and dancing. The second Wednesday of the month at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.
Story Corner with Baby Cow: Baby Cow, the lovable Chick-fil-A mascot, makes a special appearance as children gather for an engaging story and craft at Chick-fil-A Somerset. The second Tuesday of the month at 10:00 am, and again at 5:30 pm.
Our after-school programs are targeted towards school age children up to 12 years old. Attending programming at the library contributes to literacy development all while improving social skills and providing children with sense of belonging. These programs are held on rotating Thursdays each month at 4:00 pm. Please refer to our calendar for dates.
Toddler Tales: Story Hour for Toddlers
Join us for a delightful story hour specially designed for children ages 3 and under. This engaging session will feature captivating stories, interactive songs, and fun crafts or activities. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to foster a love of reading and creativity in your little ones! Every Wednesday & Friday at 10:00 am (with the exception of the first Friday of the month).
Storytime: Story Hour for Preschoolers
Join us for an engaging and interactive story hour specifically tailored for kids aged 3 to 5. Delight in an assortment of captivating stories, cheerful songs, and fun crafts or activities designed to foster creativity and learning. Every Wednesday and & Friday at 11:00 am (with the exception of the first Friday of the month).
Love on a Leash: Bring your little ones to the library and cuddle up with Love on a Leash therapy dogs during Storytime! It’s a wonderful opportunity for children to not only enjoy a good story but also interact with these gentle and friendly furry friends. The first Saturday of each month at 1:00 pm.
Music & Movement: Get your little ones moving and grooving with Ms. Carrie, parent educator for the Parents as Teachers program and Appalachian Early Childhood Network board member, after Storytime! Join us for an energetic and fun-filled session designed to keep those young minds and bodies active. The first Friday of the month at 10:00 am.
Pep & Pizzazz: Dance along with Ms. Britani, the lively and enthusiastic studio owner of Pep & Pizzazz: Dance, Gymnastics, Ninja, Cheer. Join us after Toddler Tales and Storytime for a fun and energetic experience that will ignite your child’s love for movement and dancing. The second Wednesday of the month at 10:00 am and 11:00 am.
Story Corner with Baby Cow: Baby Cow, the lovable Chick-fil-A mascot, makes a special appearance as children gather for an engaging story and craft at Chick-fil-A Somerset. The second Tuesday of the month at 10:00 am, and again at 5:30 pm.
