The Children's and Young Adult Departments collections include a wide variety of subject matter and levels of difficulty. Various formats are available in the Children's collection. As new formats and technologies are developed, the children's department considers these for inclusion in the collection. Both departments strive to make all services and materials available to all children and young people, with services to special needs being addressed by making available books in Braille, large print books, books on tape , TTY services, low vision aids , and interpreters upon request. Programming in the Children's Library is an essential service which strives to meet the cultural, recreational and informational needs of the community by exciting children about literature and information, promoting library use, attracting non-users and highlighting the library as a vital community resource.
All programs are free.
The Children's Library offers a wide variety of programs which includes story times for various ages, craft programs, sign language classes, programs for parents and other adults, reading programs, films, summer reading programs, book discussion groups, library orientation and tours, library skills programs, visits to schools and other organizations, outreach programs, lectures, demonstrations, and special performances in a variety of formats such as storytelling, puppetry, theater, magic, educational presentations, and music. The Young Adult Department offers a variety of programs throughout the school year. These programs are offered in the evening, after school, and during vacations. They may include reading incentive, events of popular interest such as musical concerts, and educational programming. Programs are offered on a regular basis, and are publicized in advance through the local media, newsletters, and in-house fliers.