Past Events
Explore the BERL
(Program is full) Take a morning tour exploring the Barbara Elleman Research Library (BERL), a collection of scholarly resources and rare books. Space is limited.
Braille Storytime with Mary Westgate
Join us for this interactive storytime featuring singing, musical instruments, and braille books!
Open Book, Open Play
Move, sing, talk, and explore materials during this interactive storytime for early learners.
Little Books, Big Feelings: Picture Books and Social Emotional Learning (2 sessions)
(Two sessions) Explore how to use picture books to help young people identify and manage emotions, navigate relationships, and cope with difficult situations.
Paper Bag Princess Day
Enjoy this special storytime featuring Robert Munsch’s classic The Paper Bag Princess.
Word Play with The Center Dance Studio
Bring your dancing feet for creative movement inspired by I Got the Rhythm.
Everyday Art Project: A is for Alphabet!
Explore making your own alphabet using simple shapes and printmaking techniques!
Special Storytime: Emma and Belley, Sister Detectives
Join local kid authors and sisters Emma and Belley as they go on a detective adventure!
Special Storytime: Josh Funk
Join author Josh Funk as he reads from his series Lady Pancake & Sir French Toast and It’s Not a Fairy Tale.
Special Storytime: Cecilia Ruiz
Join author and illustrator Cecilia Ruiz as she shares her new book Mr. Fiorello’s Head.
Special Storytime: Astrid Sheckels
Astrid Sheckels will read her latest picture book, Sea Dog, answer questions, and do a drawing demonstration.
February School Vacation Week
The Carle is open Tuesday through Sunday during February School Vacation Week!
Special Storytime: Erin McGill
Hear riveting tales of how animal heroes have helped keep troops safe on the front lines.
Special Storytime: Mk Smith Despres
A frog discovers the vital role he’s meant to play in his woodland home in this debut picture book from Mk Smith Despres.
Information Session: Simmons University Children's Literature Program
Special Storytime: Juana Martinez-Neal
Join award-winning author-illustrator Juana Martinez-Neal as she reads from her joy-filled bilingual board books.
Open Book, Open Play
Move, sing, talk, and explore materials during this interactive storytime for early learners.
First Book Friendiversary
Families visiting between February 7-11 will receive a FREE Elephant & Piggie book while supplies last! (Elephant & Piggie costume characters will not be in attendance.)
Word Play with The Center Dance Studio
Bring your dancing feet for creative movement inspired by The Snowy Day.