Storytimes and Classes and Programming, Oh My!

This blog post reflects current program offerings as of September 2025. Check out our calendar to see what’s new!

One of my favorite parts of our library is that we offer so many fun programs for all ages. From Tai Chi & Qigong classes and Knitting & Crochet socials for adults, to after-school activities of all types for kids and teens, to storytimes at least four days a week for Caldwell’s youngest library patrons, we’ve got something for everyone. And, best of all, every program is free and open to the public, regardless of whether or not you have a library card. 

Today I want to spotlight a few of our programs. We’d love to see you there!

Early Literacy Program Spotlight:

Spanish and English Storytime / Hora de cuentos en inglés y español

Weekly: Every Tuesday at 10:30am | Ages 2-6 with their adults

Programa semanal: Cada martes a las 10:30am | Edades 2-6 con sus adultos

At a special Spanish and English Storytime in April 2025, we had a great time reading Book Fiesta by Pat Mora.

At Spanish and English Storytime, we celebrate bilingual literacy through stories, songs, rhymes, and games in Spanish and English. We read each page twice—once in each language—and have a great time talking about the pictures, too! This program places a particular emphasis on children’s literature by Latin American authors, illustrators, and translators. We sing traditional songs in both languages, play games, and learn lots from each other.

En la hora del cuento en inglés y español, celebramos la alfabetización bilingüe con cuentos, canciones, rimas, y juegos en inglés y español. Leemos cada página dos veces—una en español y otra en inglés—y ¡disfrutamos de hablar de las ilustraciones! En este programa se enfatiza la literatura infantil de alta calidad por autores, ilustradores, y traductores latinoamericanos. Cantamos canciones tradicionales en ambos idiomas, jugamos juegos, y aprendemos mucho unos de otros.

School-Age Program Spotlight: Read to a Therapy Dog

Monthly: 3rd Tuesday at 4:45pm | Ages 7-14

So cute, right?!

Every month, therapy dogs from Team Idaho Therapy Dogs take over our Community Room to hear stories. Children and teens who want to practice reading can do so in front of a calming, non-judgemental audience. You can read any book you want to these canine pals: check out a book from our shelves, bring one from home, or choose a great read from our in-program selection of picture and chapter books. The best part? Your fluffy, adoring audience also loves to get pets and scratches!

Teen Program Spotlight: Teen Thursday

Weekly: Every Thursday at 4:30pm | Ages 13-17

Think you can beat your local librarian at Jenga?

Our Teen Thursday program encompasses so much. Depending on the week, we do everything from creating art projects, to playing giant Jenga or giant checkers on the library's front lawn, to taste-testing and ranking various foods to crown the best one as Caldwell's Choice. Teen Thursday is a great space for teens to go to build connections with each other as well as library staff… and we love to offer snacks!

Adult Program Spotlight: Knitting and Crochet Social

Twice Monthly: 2nd and Last Monday at 1pm | Ages 18+

Knit away!

Troubleshoot your crochet and knitting issues, create in community, or just make a new friend at our Adult Knitting and Crochet Social. Twice each month, a group meets to socialize, work on projects, and enjoy tea and hot cocoa. It’s a great opportunity to make like-minded fiber arts friends and run any issues by your fellow knitters and crocheters, though no formal instruction is provided.