Music, movement, and read-aloud stories for children and their caregivers
Please join us for The Story Time Band's annual tour of the City of Berkeley Parks! These FREE events will occur on select Thursdays in the summer at 10:30 a.m. Each session will feature live music, movement activities, and read-aloud stories for children ages 2-7. See you there!
Locations:
June 5 - Virginia McGee Totland, 1644 Virginia St.
June 19 - James Kenney Park, 1720 8th St.
June 26 - Codornices Park, 1201 Euclid Ave.
July 17 - Cedar Rose Park, 1300 Rose St.
July 24 - Strawberry Creek Park, 1260 Allston Wy.
The Story Time Band also leads FREE Musical Story Time sessions at The Freight(2020 Addison St.) on second Thursdays in June, July, and August.
Band Bio:
What began in 2013 as a small Musical Story Time at Berkeley’s Claremont Branch Library has grown into a beloved citywide phenomenon. Founded by children’s librarian Michael Kwende (aka Mr. Michael) and retired librarian/guitarist Tim DeWolf, and joined by musicians Juan Castille, Donovan Russell, and, most recently, keyboardist Tienne Lee, The Story Time Band brings stories to life through music, movement, and fun.
From packed weekly shows at Bateman Mall Park to performances at The Freight, the Bay Area Book Festival, Fairyland, and even San Quentin’s Family Day, the band delights hundreds of children and caregivers across Berkeley and beyond. With a vibrant mix of storytelling, live music, and community connection, The Story Time Band is redefining family entertainment—one joyful jam at a time.
The Story Time Band art is by Jerome Lu of Hyperactive Monkey.
AGE GROUP: | Elementary | Early Childhood |
EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Literacy, Learning & Lectures |
