If you’re looking for a place in Tucson to take your baby, toddler, or preschooler for storytime, start with this comprehensive list of free storytimes around town.
As always, it’s a good idea to call ahead to confirm that the event is indeed happening before hopping in the car.
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There are two Barnes & Noble locations in Tucson - 5130 E. Broadway in East Tucson and 7325 N. LaCholla Blvd in Northwest Tucson. Both locations offer weekly storytimes on Saturday mornings at 11:00am. The Westside store also offers a storytime for toddlers on Wednesdays at 10:00am.
There are two Bookmans locations in Tucson - 6230 E. Speedway (East Tucson) and 4841 N. Stone Ave (River/Stone). Both locations offer periodic storytimes and/or music hours in their children's areas. Bookmans Storytimes include a snack and juice box as well as an accompanying craft.
Mildred & Dildred is an upscale, whimsical, and wonderful toy shop located in central Tucson. The shop offers storytime every Tuesday at 9:30am. Designed for children 4 and under, but all are welcome.
The Pima County Public Library system includes a total of 27 libraries across Tucson, Oro Valley, Marana, Sahuarita, Ajo, and Green Valley. They offer regular storytimes throughout the week.
Find one near you:
* Note that there are two libraries currently closed and under renovation: Richard Elías-Mission Library (scheduled to reopen in the summer of 2025) and Martha Cooper Library (scheduled to reopen in late September 2024).
Mark your calendars for Story Time at the University of Arizona Campus Store. Join Campus Store staff on the second Saturday of every month for two story time sessions, 10:30am and 2:00pm at the flagship store in the Student Union Memorial Center. Story Time offers an exciting "meet and greet" with beloved book characters like Clifford, Curious George, Pete the Cat, and Moana. Story Time celebrates the joy of reading through interactive storytelling, crafts, songs, and activities that inspire a love for learning.
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