Preschool Storytime @ Alamitos
Preschool Storytime @ Alamitos is a family-friendly kids event in Los Angeles on Friday, September 18, 2026 from 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM at Alamitos Neighborhood Library. Free. Check official details before you go.
Plans can change. Confirm on the official site before you go.
- Price
- Free
- Ages
- Ages 4-6
- Date
- Friday, September 18, 2026
- Time
- 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
- Location
- Alamitos Neighborhood Library
- 1836 E 3rd Street, Long Beach, CA 90802
Parent quick answers
Everything you need before you go. Honest gaps say “not listed.”
- Date
- Friday, Sep 18, 2026
- Start / end time
- 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
- Neighborhood
- Orange County & Long Beach
- Venue
- Alamitos Neighborhood Library
- Address
- 1836 E 3rd Street, Long Beach, CA 90802
- Age fit
- Ages 4-6
- Price
- Free
- Registration
- Not listed — check official site
- Parking
- Not listed — check official site
- Stroller / restroom
- Strollers park outside the storytime room · Restrooms available
- Last checked
- Sep 7, 2026 — 33 days ago; confirm details on the official site
- Official source
- Confirm tickets / hours
Common questions
Parent-searched answers for this library storytime — confirm last-minute details on the official listing.
- Is Alamitos Neighborhood Library storytime free?
- Yes — storytime at Alamitos Neighborhood Library is free. Public library kids programs are typically free for families. Confirm the next date on the official listing before you go.
- What age is storytime for?
- storytime is listed for ages 4-6. The library description also notes: “ages 3-5 years old to give them access to opportunities that promote school success.” Confirm on the official listing if your child’s age is near the edge of the range.
- Do I need to register for Alamitos Neighborhood Library storytime?
- Most public library storytimes do not require advance registration, but a few busy branches use same-day first-come tickets or limited seating. Confirm for Alamitos Neighborhood Library on the official listing before you go.
- Can babies attend storytime?
- Toddler storytime is usually geared toward walking toddlers (listed ages 4-6). Quiet babies are sometimes welcome with a caregiver, but a Baby Time or family storytime is often a better fit. Confirm the branch’s guidance on the official listing.
- Is there parking at Alamitos Neighborhood Library?
- Parking details are not listed for this Alamitos Neighborhood Library program. Plan a few extra minutes near 1836 E 3rd Street, Long Beach, CA 90802, and confirm lot vs street parking on the branch’s official page.
- Can I bring a stroller?
- Yes — you can bring a stroller. Public libraries ask families to park strollers outside the storytime room so the circle stays clear. Follow staff guidance if the lobby area is marked differently.
- Are there restrooms at the library?
- Yes — Alamitos Neighborhood Library (like other public library branches) has restroom facilities for families. Ask at the desk if you need an accessible restroom or changing table.
- How early should I arrive for library storytime?
- Plan to arrive about 10–15 minutes early for library storytime so you can check in, settle, and grab a seat. Busy branches with same-day tickets may need an earlier arrival.
About This Event
Preschool Storytime is designed especially for children ages 3-5 years old to give them access to opportunities that promote school success and build early literacy skills (what children know about reading and writing before they can actually read and write). Preschoolers are encouraged to see themselves as readers through focused interactions with library staff who present imaginative stories to demonstrate pre-reading skills. Story sessions typically last 30-40 minutes and include stories, flannel boards, fingerplays, and big body movement activities. Come spark your child's love of reading: talk, sing, read, write, and play with us! Upstairs in the Community Room. Stair access only.
Location
Alamitos Neighborhood Library
1836 E 3rd Street, Long Beach, CA 90802

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Before you go
Event details can change. Confirm the latest schedule, tickets, and family policies with the organizer.
Open official listingSource: Long Beach Public Library. Last checked Sep 7, 2026 — 33 days ago; confirm details on the official site. See something off? Report a correction.