Children’s Librarian: Lauren White
Children’s Room Assistant: Minu Toos
Our children’s room is a welcoming space for children of all ages. We feature a wide selection of board books, picture books, early readers, nonfiction books, middle grade novels, audiobooks, Wonderbooks and Playaways, and DVDs and CDs. Our book nook and read aloud carpet offer a comfy place to read or play with toys. Don’t forget to check out our maker space in the back of the room. It’s the perfect place to build and create!
Recurring Children’s Programs
Baby/Toddler Storytime
Thursdays at 10:30
Join us with your little one in the children’s room for movement, songs, and stories! Best for ages 0-3 (older siblings are welcome to join). No registration is required.
All Ages Storytime
Saturdays at 10:00
Join Minu for a read aloud in the children’s room! Some weeks will include themed activities. All ages are welcome. Children under 8 must have adult supervision.
Lego Club
Mondays from 3:00-4:00
Join Ms. White after school in the Mellon Room to build and create with Legos. Registration is required. MDES students in Kindergarten-3rd can be picked up after school for Lego Club by Ms. White. MDES kids in 4th grade and up are welcome to walk to Lego Club themselves with parent permission.
School Schedule
Mount Desert Elementary School and Nursery School will be using the children’s room for library classes at the following times beginning 8/28/25:
- Mondays: 10:30-11:30 and 11:50-12:05
- Tuesdays: 1:20-1:50
- Wednesdays: 10:15-11:00 and 1:20-1:50
- Thursdays: 11:50-12:30, 1:20-1:50, and 2:20-2:50
- Fridays: 11:55-12:25, 1:15-2:00, and 2:20-2:50
The public is still welcome to use the room at these times.
Children’s Room Rules
- Children under 8 must be supervised by an adult.
- Use an inside voice.
- Walking feet.
- Respect books and people.
- There is a 30-minute limit for children on the computer. See desk staff for a timer.
