The Best South Jersey Storytimes for Babies and Toddlers

• 10am: Moorestown Library Baby Storytime- Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs especially for our littlest patrons. 
• Where: Moorestown Public Library, Meeting Room A&B
• Ages: 0-2
• Registration? Not required, but you can read more details here
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on Library: They offer a really wonderful children's area with it's own separate little room to play in, there's a little house, tables with toys, various activities, etc. and there's a whole section for the kids outside of that area too.

• 10:45am: Moorestown Library Toddler Time- Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs especially for our toddling patrons ages 2-4. 
• Where: Moorestown Public Library, Meeting Room A&B
• Ages: 2-4
• Registration? Not required, but you can read more details here
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on Library: They offer a really wonderful children's area with it's own separate little room to play in, there's a little house, tables with toys, various activities, etc. and there's a whole section for the kids outside of that area too.

Wednesdays

• 10am: Moorestown Library Baby Storytime- Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs especially for our littlest patrons. 
• Where: Moorestown Public Library, Meeting Room A&B
• Ages: 0-2
• Registration? Not required, but you can read more details here
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on Library: They offer a really wonderful children's area with it's own separate little room to play in, there's a little house, tables with toys, various activities, etc. and there's a whole section for the kids outside of that area too.

• 10:45am: Moorestown Library Toddler Time- Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs especially for our toddling patrons ages 2-4. 
• Where: Moorestown Public Library, Meeting Room A&B
• Ages: 2-4
• Registration? Not required, but you can read more details here
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on Library: They offer a really wonderful children's area with it's own separate little room to play in, there's a little house, tables with toys, various activities, etc. and there's a whole section for the kids outside of that area too.

• 11am: Marlton Barnes & Noble Storytime- Join us every Saturday at 11am in the Children's Department for storytime! We will be reading new titles or favorite selections. Come see what our Booksellers are reading today!
• Where: Marlton Barnes & Noble, 200 West Route 70, Marlton, NJ 08053
• Ages: No ages listed
• Registration? Not required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended

Fridays

• (MONTHLY) 10am: Moorestown Library Baby & Me Meetup- A casual meetup of parents and caregivers of small children.  Bring your coffee, children, and conversation to the youth services room and enjoy! (Only held on the first Friday of every month)
• Where: Moorestown Public Library, Youth Services Room
• Ages: "For caregivers and their small children" 
• Registration? Not required, but you can read more details here
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on Library: They offer a really wonderful children's area with it's own separate little room to play in, there's a little house, tables with toys, various activities, etc. and there's a whole section for the kids outside of that area too.

Saturdays

• 11am: Moorestown Barnes & Noble Storytime- Please join us each Saturday for our weekly Children's Storytime event. We will have 20 minutes of storytime with an activity to follow. We cannot wait to see you all there!
  
• Where: Moorestown Barnes & Noble, East Gate Square,1311 Nixon Drive, Moorestown, NJ 08057
• Ages: Perfect for ages 3 - 8
• Registration? Not required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended

• 11am: Marlton Barnes & Noble Storytime- Join us every Saturday at 11am in the Children's Department for storytime! We will be reading new titles or favorite selections. Come see what our Booksellers are reading today!
  
• Where: Marlton Barnes & Noble, 200 West Route 70, Marlton, NJ 08053
• Ages: No ages listed
• Registration? Not required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended

CAMDEN COUNTY

• 10:30am or 11:15am: Cherry Hill Library Rhyme Time- Develop baby’s motor, sensory, and social skills. Join us for short books, songs, movement, and more!
• Where: Cherry Hill Public Library Children's Story & Craft Room, Upper Level
• Age: For infants, crawlers, and walkers. 0 to 23 months
• Registration? Yes, register here - these book up FAST. It opens up 2 weeks before the month opens. NOTE: It will ask you for your Cherry Hill library card number - you do not have to put anything here if you do not have one just write 0.
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on Library: They have a really nice kids section with a little play area, various tables, activities on the wall, lots of space to spread out and play.

• 11am: Cherry Hill Barnes & Noble Storytime- Join us every Tuesday at 11am in the Children's Department for storytime! We will be reading new titles or favorite selections.
  
• Where: Cherry Hill Barnes & Noble, 911 Haddonfield Road, Cherry Hill, NJ
• Ages: Kids of all ages and their parents are welcome!
• Registration? Not required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended

Wednesdays

• 10am: Collingswood Library Lapsit Baby Storytime- Come to the library for a giggly and wiggly lap sit for babies! With songs, books and movement, the fun lasts all day!
• Where: Collingswood Public Library (Library Community Room), 771 Haddon Ave, Collingswood NJ. Note: Street parking only, there is no designated parking lot.
• Age: 0-17 months
• Registration? Yes, learn more here and register here
• Thoughts: I attended this storytime twice, while it is more “baby-centered,” both times the music and story time was only 15 minutes and then about 30 minutes playing with blocks. One of the times the room was way overcrowded.
• Notes on Library: While the storytime is held in a room on the first floor, there is a little kids area on the second floor with a few toys and children-sized furniture. Nothing too big though.

• 10:30am: Cherry Hill Library Tales for Twos- Enjoy this program designed just for 2 year olds! Develop language and pre-literacy skills with stories, songs, rhymes, and movement.
• Where: Cherry Hill Public Library Children's Story & Craft Room, Upper Level
• Age: This program is developmentally designed for ages 24 to 35 months.
• Registration? Yes, register here - these book up FAST. It opens up 2 weeks before the month opens. NOTE: It will ask you for your Cherry Hill library card number - you do not have to put anything here if you do not have one just write 0.
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on Library: They have a really nice kids section with a little play area, various tables, activities on the wall, lots of space to spread out and play.

• 10:30am: Haddon Heights Library Baby Storytime- Join us every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. for Baby & Toddler Time and enjoy a song, story and craft.
• Where: Haddon Heights Library
• Age: 0-36 months
• Registration? Not required, but you can read more details here
• Thoughts: Not yet attended

• 10am: Audubon Library Storytime- Story Time 2024 is back at the Audubon Senior Center for another round of fun and imagination! Story Time is a fantastic opportunity for young children and families to immerse themselves in the magical world of storytelling and art projects. Children will have the chance to participate, engage with friends, and let their creativity soar! Story Time is the perfect way to foster a love for reading and ignite young minds. So, gather your little ones and join us for a morning of adventure, laughter, and unforgettable memories!
• Where: Audubon Library
• Age: It says its recommended for preschoolers and their caregivers, but I know babies are welcome
• Registration? Yes, register here.
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on Library: The library is very small and they do not have a dedicated kids play area. Their storytime is held next door in the Senior Center.

Fridays

• 10am: Collingswood Library Building Blocks Storytime- Join Miss Melissa and Miss Renee for storytime! We will read stories, sing songs and learn American Sign Language (ASL)!
• Where: Collingswood Public Library (Library Community Room), 771 Haddon Ave, Collingswood NJ. Note: Street parking only, there is no designated parking lot.
• Ages: 18-35 months
• Registration? Learn more here and register here
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on library: While the storytime is held in a room on the first floor, there is a little kids area on the second floor with a few toys and children-sized furniture. Nothing too big though.

Saturdays

• 11am: Cherry Hill Barnes & Noble Storytime- Join us every Tuesday at 11am in the Children's Department for storytime! We will be reading new titles or favorite selections.
  
• Where: Cherry Hill Barnes & Noble, 911 Haddonfield Road, Cherry Hill, NJ
• Ages: Kids of all ages and their parents are welcome!
• Registration? Not required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended

• 3pm: Saturday Afternoon Storytime at the Camden Library: Kids ages 0-7 with your big people! Join Ms. Julie for cheery stories and songs, and stay for a craft with Ms. Nasreen!
  
• Where: 301 N. 5th Street, Camden, NJ 08102 on the Rutgers-Camden campus.
• Ages: Children 0-7 years old
• Registration? Yes, register here
• Thoughts: Not yet attended

STORYTIMES OFFERED ON SELECT DATES/TIMES

• Haddonfield Public Library Storytime & Events: Offered select dates throughout the month, check website for more info. 
• Where: Haddonfield Public Library, 60 N Haddon Ave, Haddonfield, NJ 08033. Note: Street parking only, there is no designated parking lot.
• Ages: They currently offer various events for babies, toddlers, and children. They have a monthly baby bookworms lapsit class for babies not on the move yet, and a monthly baby bookworks crawler and walker class for babies crawling and walking up to 18 months. Their general storytimes are often for 2+.
• Registration? Registration required for specific events. Check the calendar here and click the event to figure out if you will need to register.
• Thoughts: When offered, this is my favorite local storytime I’ve attended so far, it was very baby-focused and had books, songs, and activities for this specific age group.

• Haddon Township Library Family Storytime: The Haddon Township Library offers various events for babies, toddlers, and children. For the age range of this document, the most relevant event is their Family Storytime that’s offered a few times per month (usually Tuesdays at 10:30am) and their Pajama Storytime (offered once a month at 6:30pm) Join Miss Kaitlyn for stories, songs, and movement!

• Where: William G. Rohrer Memorial Library - Haddon Twp Branch, 15 MacArthur Blvd, Haddon Township, NJ 08108. Note: Public parking lot available.
• Ages: 18 months-5 years
• Registration? Learn more here - registration opens a week in advance
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on library: They have a nice little children's area with various shelves with toys and manipulatives, a cute little play kitchen, sensory boards on walls, etc.

GLOUCESTER COUNTY

• 10:30am: Glassboro Branch Library Baby Storytime-  Join us for a family story time, with stories, themes, music, movement and a craft.
  
• Where: Glassboro Branch Library, 101 Rowan Boulevard, Glassboro, NJ 08028
• Ages: 2-8 years
• Registration? Yes, registration required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on library: Never visited

• 10:15am: Logan Twp Branch Library Baby Storytime-  Our littlest patrons can join us for songs, stories, and musical instruments!
  
• Where: Logan Twp. Library, 498 Beckett Rd, Swedesboro, NJ 08085
• Ages: 0-2 years
• Registration? Yes, registration required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on library: Never visited

• 10:30am: Margaret Dombrosky Library (Swedesboro) Storytime-  Join us for an indoor storytime! Registration is very limited. Each adult and child must be registered. Please only register for one of the two days (Tuesday and Wednesday storytime). Mask-wearing is optional. 
  
• Where? Margaret Dombrosky Swedesboro Public Library, 1442 Kings Highway, Swedesboro, NJ 08085
• Ages: This program is best suited for ages 2.5 to 5.
• Registration? Yes, registration required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on library: Never visited

• 11am: Logan Twp Branch Library Movement Storytime-  Join us for an active storytime that incorporates books, movement, and pretend play.
  
• Where: Logan Twp. Library, 498 Beckett Rd, Swedesboro, NJ 08085
• Ages: 0-2 years
• Registration? Yes, registration required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on library: Never visited

• 11am: Deptford Barnes & Noble Storytime- A delightful way to start your day where your children can join us for some exciting stories. Stories may be newly published picture books, classics, or personal favorites from our booksellers. 
  
• Where: Deptford Barnes & Noble, 1553 Almonesson Road, Deptford, NJ 08096
• Ages: There is no age limit for this event.
• Registration? Not required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended

Thursdays

• 10:30am: Glassboro Branch Library Baby Storytime- A gentle story time for toddlers. Stories, songs, learning and bubbles. Best for ages 0 - 2.
  
• Where: Glassboro Branch Library, 101 Rowan Boulevard, Glassboro, NJ 08028
• Ages: 0-2 years 
• Registration? Yes, registration required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on library: Never visited

• 10:30am: Greenwich Township Library Baby Storytime- Join us for stories and songs for our littlest patrons!
  
• Where: Greenwich Public Library, 411 Swedesboro Rd, Gibbstown, NJ 08027
• Ages:0-2 years 
• Registration? Yes, registration required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on library: Never visited

• 10:30am: Newfield Public Library Storytime- Our Wise Ones, ages 2 to 5 years old, can join in for songs, stories, and an easy craft.
  
• Where: Newfield Public Library, 115 Catawba Ave, Newfield, NJ 08344
  
• Ages: 2-5 years old
• Registration? Yes, registration required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on library: Never visited

• 10:30am: Margaret Dombrosky Library (Swedesboro) Storytime Rotation:  Every Thursday, storytime rotates from Toddler Music and Movement, Bilingual Storytime the next week, and Baby Music and Movement the next... it then repeats that pattern.
  
• Where? Margaret Dombrosky Swedesboro Public Library, 1442 Kings Highway, Swedesboro, NJ 08085
• Ages: Between 0-2 for baby options, and 2-5 for toddler options
• Registration? Yes, registration required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on library: Never visited

Fridays

• 10:30am: Mullica Hill Library Toddler Storytime- Join us for short stories, songs and a craft. Please register. After at 11am, they have a mini-builders playgroup with magna tiles, connector cars, and more!
  
• Where: Gloucester County Library - Mullica Hill Branch: 389 Wolfert Station Rd, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
• Ages: 2-3 years
• Registration? Yes, registration required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on library: They have a really beautiful children's section with fun reading chairs and benches, several kid-sized table with tabletop toys, a play theater, and a whole separate play room with a door.

• 10:30am: Logan Twp Branch Library Storytime-  Join us for stories, songs, and a craft!
  
• Where: Logan Twp. Library, 498 Beckett Rd, Swedesboro, NJ 08085
• Ages: 2-5 years
• Registration? Yes, registration required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on library: Never visited

Saturdays

• 10:30am: Gloucester Township Library Family Storytime: Families are invited to attend story time together for stories, songs, and fun! Registration is recommended but not required. Please register only children, not adults. Presented by Emily Moore.
• Where: Blackwood Rotary Library, 15 S. Black Horse Pike, Blackwood, NJ 08012
• Ages: 6 and under
• Registration? Recommended, not required
• Thoughts: Not yet attended
• Notes on library: Never visited

STORYTIMES OFFERED ON SELECT DATES/TIMES

• M Allan Vogelson Library (Voorhees) Storytime & Events: Offered select dates throughout the month, check website for more info. 
• Where: Camden County Library System: M Allan Vogelson Regional Branchy, 203 Laurel Rd, Voorhees Township, NJ 08043
• Ages: They currently offer various events for babies, toddlers, and children. They have a monthly baby storytime for 0-12 month olds, toddler tales for 12-36 month olds, and preschool rhyme time for 3-5 year olds.  
• Registration? Registration required, learn more here.
• Thoughts: Never attended
• Notes on library: We really loved the children's section here! They had some fun little structures to sit inside and read books, a play theater with several puppets, a little toy section, with child-sized furniture too.