Free Story Time and Kids Programs at Alamogordo Library
Published 17 October 2026
The Alamogordo Public Library offers free programs for young kids every week. Story Time runs Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., there is a Toddler STEAM morning coming up October 28 and 29, and a free movie matinee on Thursday, October 22. No registration is needed for Story Time, and everything listed here is free.
When families move here, one of the first questions I hear is “What can we do with the little ones that doesn't cost a thing?” The library is my first answer.
When is story time at the Alamogordo Public Library?
Story Time is every Wednesday and Thursday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., except school holidays. Kids work on prereading skills and enjoy stories and a craft. It is the same program both days, so pick whichever day works best for your family that week. It is free, and no registration is required.
| Program | Upcoming dates | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Story Time | Wed, Oct 21 and Thu, Oct 22 (then every Wed and Thu) | 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. | Free |
| Kanopy Movie Matinee: “The Library That Dolly Built” | Thu, Oct 22 | 11:00 a.m. to 12:08 p.m. | Free |
| Toddler STEAM | Wed, Oct 28 and Thu, Oct 29 | 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. | Free |
Program details come from the city's calendar listings for Story Time and Toddler STEAM.
What is Toddler STEAM?
Toddler STEAM is a hands-on morning of pre-math and pre-science activity centers. The library's own description promises growing brains and “possibly making a few messes along the way,” which sounds like a great morning to me. The next sessions are Wednesday, October 28, and Thursday, October 29, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
What movie is showing at the library on October 22?
On Thursday, October 22, the library is showing “The Library That Dolly Built” (2021, 1 hour and 8 minutes) at 11 a.m. in the Southwest Room. It is a documentary about the history and impact of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, a book gifting program for children. The matinee is free.
What are the Alamogordo Public Library hours?
The library is at 920 Oregon Ave. and is open six days a week. The main phone is (575) 439-4140, and the children's program line is extension 4157. Hours are from the city's library hours and holiday closures page.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday and Tuesday | 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Wednesday and Thursday | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Friday and Saturday | Noon to 5 p.m. |
| Curbside pickup, Friday and Saturday | 10 to 11:45 a.m. |
| Sunday | Closed |
Coming up, the library will be closed on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, and for Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26, through Saturday, November 28.
What does this mean for families moving to Alamogordo?
A library card is one of the best things you can get in your first week in town. Free programs like these help little ones make friends, and they help parents meet other parents, which matters a lot when you have just moved. Military families especially, you are not alone here.
For more ideas, see my PCSing to Holloman first week guide, my Alamogordo fall and Halloween events guide and my moving to Alamogordo guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is story time at the Alamogordo Public Library?
Story Time is every Wednesday and Thursday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., except school holidays. It is the same program both days, so families can pick one.
Do I need to register for story time?
No. Story Time is free, and no registration is required.
What is Toddler STEAM at the Alamogordo library?
Toddler STEAM is a free morning of pre-math and pre-science activity centers for young children. The next sessions are October 28 and 29, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where is the Alamogordo Public Library?
The library is at 920 Oregon Ave. in Alamogordo. The phone number is (575) 439-4140.
Is the Alamogordo library open on Sundays?
No. The library is closed on Sundays and open Monday through Saturday.
Program times and library hours come from the City of Alamogordo's calendar and library hours pages, checked 17 October 2026. Programs can change, so call the library at (575) 439-4140 before you go.