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CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS

Storytime

Toddlers &

Preschoolers

Storytime at James River Valley Library System is deigned for toddlers, and preschoolers, or any child who still enjoys hearing stories, singing songs, and using their imaginations! Stories, puppets, songs, action rhymes, and child/parent participation are some of the fun activities included during storytime. No registration is needed for individual families. Please, no large groups, as space is limited. Storytime will run for approximately 30 minutes, but may run longer or shorter depending on the activities. Check out our events calendar here, to find out when the next Storytime event is scheduled. 

After School Activities

Ages: 9+ 

Join us at Alfred Dickey Library after-school each day for fun activities! There will be games, crafts, snacks and more! There will be no After-School programs during the holidays the library is closed, or if the library is closed due to poor weather. These programs are intended for kids ages 9-13. If the child is under age 9, we ask that a parent or guardian remain in the library while the child attends the program. Please see the events calendar for event dates and times. 

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LEGO Club

Ages: 5+ 

LEGO club will meet at the Alfred Dickey Library from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm on the second Thursday of each month. At each meeting we will give those who want to be challenged a design to create, and for those who just want to come and build what you want, that’s okay too! Each child will have the opportunity to share with the group what they created. All Legos and supplies will be provided. Please do not bring your own legos. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT.  Visit our Events Calendar to find out when the next Lego Club is scheduled. 

Storytime
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Lego Club

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Multiple Dates
    Tue, Jul 28
    Alfred Dickey Library
    Jul 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Alfred Dickey Library, 105 3rd St SE, Jamestown, ND 58401, USA
    Stories, Music, Action Rhymes, Puppets, & More!
  • Multiple Dates
    Wed, Jul 29
    Alfred Dickey Public Library
    Jul 29, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    Alfred Dickey Public Library, 105 3rd St SE, Jamestown, ND 58401, USA
    Join us at Alfred Dickey Library for a fun peeler bead craft! This is a drop-in event, no registration is required.
  • Thu, Jul 30
    Alfred Dickey Library
    Jul 30, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Alfred Dickey Library, 105 3rd St SE, Jamestown, ND 58401, USA
    Come paint with us at Alfred Dickey Library! Registration is required for this event. Please register online.
  • Thu, Aug 06
    Alfred Dickey Library
    Aug 06, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Alfred Dickey Library, 105 3rd St SE, Jamestown, ND 58401, USA
    Join us for an afternoon of fun and crafting! We will be making dinosaur terrariums. This is a free event for children ages 5-8. Registration is required.
  • Multiple Dates
    Wed, Aug 12
    Alfred Dickey Library
    Aug 12, 2026, 3:30 PM
    Alfred Dickey Library , 105 3rd St SE, Jamestown, ND 58401, USA
    The James River Valley Library Board will meet at Alfred Dickey Library, in the lower level meeting room.
  • Multiple Dates
    Tue, Aug 18
    North American Bison Discovery Center
    Aug 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    North American Bison Discovery Center , 500 17th St SE, Jamestown, ND 58401, USA
    Join us for Storytime at the North American Bison Discovery Center once a month June-August. There will be no Storytime at Alfred Dickey Library on the dates we have Storytime at the Museum.
  • Sat, Sep 26
    Harold Newman Arena
    Sep 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Harold Newman Arena, 1004 7th St NE, Jamestown, ND 58405, USA
    The North Dakota book and Arts Festival is a free annual event that offers a platform for local and regional writers and artists to display, promote, and sell their work. Readers and art enthusiasts of all ages can attend this free event at the University of Jamestown in Jamestown, North Dakota.
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