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Storytime and library events with kids in Walnut Creek

Free, short and toddler-proof: library and community reading programs.

Walnut Creek is a dependable East Bay day out: a big park, a walkable downtown, and a well-used library calendar.

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Activity ideas that work any day in Walnut Creek

  • Museum Scavenger Hunt

    Museum Scavenger Hunt

    Embark on a museum adventure by creating your own scavenger hunt! You'll make a list of unique items, art pieces, or historical artifacts to find within the museum's halls. This activity turns a visit into an exciting challenge, satisfying your sense of discovery and competition. It encourages close observation and helps you engage with the exhibits in a focused and fun way, making the museum feel like a giant puzzle waiting to be solved. First, decide on a theme or categories for your hunt. You might look for things that are a certain color, shape, or from a specific time period. Write down your list with clues, not direct answers, to make it more challenging. Then, with your list in hand, explore the museum, checking off each item as you find it. To stretch the activity, try drawing one of your favorite finds or writing a short story about an item's history.

    9-13 · Indoor · 150 min

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  • Paper Plate Animal Masks

    Paper Plate Animal Masks

    Who do you want to be today? A roaring lion, a cute bunny, or a hooting owl? Let's turn simple paper plates into amazing animal masks.

    4,5,6 · Indoor · 45 min · About $5–$15

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  • Learn to Code a Simple Game

    Learn to Code a Simple Game

    Learn to code your very first game! You'll create a simple digital world with a character, a goal, and a way to score points. It's incredibly satisfying for this age to see their ideas come to life on screen, understanding how logical steps turn into a playable game. They get to be the designer and the creator, building something from scratch that they can then share and even play themselves. Start by choosing a user-friendly platform like Scratch or a browser-based coding tool. Decide on your game's objective, like collecting items or avoiding obstacles. Then, build your character, set up the goal, and add a score counter. You can stretch this activity by adding more levels, different characters, or even new power-ups.

    9-13 · Indoor · 90 min

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  • Write and Perform a Play

    Write and Perform a Play

    Imagine a story and bring it to life! In this activity, you’ll write a short play, design some simple costumes, and then perform your creation for your family. It's incredibly satisfying to see your ideas take shape and to share your own unique story. For kids ages 9-13, this is a chance to explore creativity, develop characters, and gain confidence in expressing themselves through performance. Start by brainstorming a simple plot and a few characters. Next, write your script, keeping the dialogue short and clear. Gather household items to create costumes that help tell your story. Then, rehearse your play a few times to get comfortable with your lines and movements before putting on your show. To stretch this activity, invite a friend to join you, or film your performance to share with others.

    9-13 · Indoor · 120 min

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Questions parents ask about Walnut Creek

What can you do with a toddler in Walnut Creek on a rainy day?
The downtown library runs storytimes for babies and toddlers most weekdays, and it's close enough to lunch that a rainy morning still works. The indoor list for Walnut Creek shows what's scheduled.
Are these activities free?
Library and park programs are free; the nature and arts programs downtown charge a modest per-child fee. Anything ticketed links out to the organizer so you can check the price before you go.
How often is this page updated?
Event listings refresh automatically from local sources, so past dates drop off on their own.
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