Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: At The Park

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: My Pets

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for babies, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Baby playdate at the library is the perfect spot for your little ones to have a blast with the family while exploring activities that spark their growing minds. Come and enjoy a morning filled with fun, laughter togetherness at the library!

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

Featured this week: 🟡 Playtime

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 0-18 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: My Pets

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for toddlers, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 18-36 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for ages 3-5, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Preschool time brings a new theme to life with fun activities, playtime, or craft sessions that spark creativity, inspire learning, and make reading extra enjoyable for little ones.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 3-5 years

📋 No registration required

📘 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Visit the Workshop after school on Tuesday for a special 🧲 STEM workshop

🚀 Hosted by the Columbia Memorial Space Center!

⚙️ Explore Science & Engineering

🔧 Build STEM Projects

📝 Parent/Guardian supervison required

🎒 This session is for ages 8+

🔴 No Registration Required

🤖 Located in the Workshop

Welcome to Creciendo Contigo, a warm, café-style gathering where caregivers can connect, share, and learn together! Each monthly session explores a specific stage of early childhood development, giving you practical insights and a supportive community of fellow parents and caregivers right here in Downey.

• Session 1: March 17 - Developmental ages 0–6 months

• Session 2: April 21 – Developmental Ages 6–12 months

• Session 3: May 19 – Developmental Ages 1–2 years

• Session 4: June 16 – Developmental Ages 2–3 years

• Session 5: July 21 – Developmental Age 3–5 years

Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Location: Cormack Room

This Program is intended for parents and caregivers of young children

Activities will be provided for library littles

RSVP Required. Click on the form below.

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for ages 3-5, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Preschool time brings a new theme to life with fun activities, playtime, or craft sessions that spark creativity, inspire learning, and make reading extra enjoyable for little ones.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

🗓️ Once a week‍ ‍

⭐ Intended for ages 3-5 years‍ ‍

📋 No registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: 🍝 My Pets

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: Getting Dressed

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for babies, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Baby playdate at the library is the perfect spot for your little ones to have a blast with the family while exploring activities that spark their growing minds. Come and enjoy a morning filled with fun, laughter togetherness at the library!

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

Featured this week: 🟡 Playtime

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 0-18 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: Getting Dressed

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for toddlers, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 18-36 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for ages 3-5, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Preschool time brings a new theme to life with fun activities, playtime, or craft sessions that spark creativity, inspire learning, and make reading extra enjoyable for little ones.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 3-5 years

📋 No registration required

📘 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Family Math Night 🧮✨

Discover the joy of numbers with the whole family through hands-on activities 🧩, interactive games 🎲, and playful learning 🎉. A fun-filled session designed to help parents and children explore math together in everyday life!

Dates & Topics:

• April 14 – Shapes Storytime

• April 28 – Patterns

• May 19 – Patterns Storytime

• May 26 – Measurement

⭐ Intended for children ages 2-5

📋 FREE-No registration required

📘 In the Cormack room

🧮 Bilingual English/Spanish resources available

🎨 Take-home math activities

For more fun, visit the 🌈PBS SocalFamily Math Youtube Channel🧸

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for ages 3-5, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Preschool time brings a new theme to life with fun activities, playtime, or craft sessions that spark creativity, inspire learning, and make reading extra enjoyable for little ones.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

🗓️ Once a week‍ ‍

⭐ Intended for ages 3-5 years‍ ‍

📋 No registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: 🍝 Getting Dressed

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

Join us for our next Vinyl Swap & Listening Session on Saturday, April 11, 12–4 PM at the Downey City Library. This is a free community event where people can buy, sell, trade records, and hang out listening to music together.

Free

All Ages

No Registration

We’re curating the vibe for our next Vinyl Swap & Listening Session and looking for artists with crafts or zines, gardeners with plants or flowers, collectors with toys or comics, and food vendors with popsicles, churros, baked goods, or other treats.

Reach out for limited spots. Email studio@downeyca.org for details.

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: Bathtime

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for babies, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Baby playdate at the library is the perfect spot for your little ones to have a blast with the family while exploring activities that spark their growing minds. Come and enjoy a morning filled with fun, laughter togetherness at the library!

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

Featured this week: 🟡 Playtime

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 0-18 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: Bathtime

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for toddlers, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 18-36 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for ages 3-5, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Preschool time brings a new theme to life with fun activities, playtime, or craft sessions that spark creativity, inspire learning, and make reading extra enjoyable for little ones.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 3-5 years

📋 No registration required

📘 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Visit the Workshop after school on Tuesday for a special 🧲 STEM workshop

🚀 Hosted by the Columbia Memorial Space Center!

⚙️ Explore Science & Engineering

🔧 Build STEM Projects

📝 Parent/Guardian supervison required

🎒 This session is for ages 8+

🔴 No Registration Required

🤖 Located in the Workshop

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for ages 3-5, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Preschool time brings a new theme to life with fun activities, playtime, or craft sessions that spark creativity, inspire learning, and make reading extra enjoyable for little ones.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

🗓️ Once a week‍ ‍

⭐ Intended for ages 3-5 years‍ ‍

📋 No registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

📚 Stories aren’t just read, they’re built! Visit the Library for the 🧱 LEGO Builders Club 🧱

💡 Build STEM and problem-solving skills

⚙️ Explore engineering through hands-on LEGO play

🎯 Tackle fun creative building challenges

🤝🏼 Practice teamwork and collaboration

🗓️ Program Schedule: Once a month on Monday

⭐ Intended for ages 7-12

📋 No registration required

📗 Cormack Room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: Bathtime

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: Bedtime

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for babies, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Baby playdate at the library is the perfect spot for your little ones to have a blast with the family while exploring activities that spark their growing minds. Come and enjoy a morning filled with fun, laughter togetherness at the library!

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

Featured this week: 🟡 Playtime

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 0-18 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required