Past Events
Special Storytime: Ashley Belote
Join author/illustrator Ashley Belote for a special story time and draw along to celebrate her new picture book, Don’t Wash Winston!
Sharing Stories with Casey W. Robinson and Heidi E.Y. Stemple
What can we learn from the special elders in our lives?
April School Vacation Week
The Carle is open Tuesday through Sunday during April School Vacation Week!
Open Book, Open Play
Move, sing, talk, and explore materials during this interactive storytime for early learners.
The Barbara Elleman Research Library (BERL) Lecture: Brian Pinkney
In his talk titled “The Rhythm of My Art,” award-winning Brian Pinkney will reflect upon his acclaimed career.
Family Tour
Join Museum Educator David Feinstein for a tour of the galleries.
Word Play with The Center Dance Studio
Bring your dancing feet for creative movement inspired by picture books.
Cover to Cover: Reimagining Familiar Stories with Different Faces
Horn Book Magazine cover artist Kristen Joy Emack discusses her photo series centering a diverse group of teens in fairy tales.
Special Storytime: Kevin McCloskey
Is it a worm? Is it a snake? No! It’s a caterpillar …
Information Session: Simmons University Children's Literature Program
(Cancelled) Attend an information session to learn about the Master of Arts and Master of Fine Arts in Children’s Literature and Writing for Children with Simmons University.
Members' Morning with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
A special morning at The Carle for Museum Members!
Family Tour
Join Director of Education Courtney Waring for a tour of the galleries.
Explore the BERL
(Program is full) Take a morning tour exploring the Barbara Elleman Research Library (BERL), a collection of scholarly resources and rare books. Space is limited.
Braille Storytime with Mary Westgate
Join us for this interactive storytime featuring singing, musical instruments, and braille books!