Libraries & Community Centers

Oneonta, Otsego County

This hidden gem is a small children's library in Oneonta with two cozy reading and play areas. This place is inviting, low-key, and the kind of place where kids settle in without much prompting. Huntington Children's Library is open to anyone holding a card from the 4-County Library System, which covers 43 branches across Delaware, Broome, Otsego, and Chenango counties. The return-anywhere policy is worth knowing: check out a stack here and drop them at any other branch in the network when you're done. **Good for**: Toddlers through tweens **Town**: Oneonta **Cost**: Free **Hours**: Mon–Fri 9am–5:30pm; Sat 9am–12pm and 1:30–4pm **Good to know:** Street parking; stroller-accessible (no steps); restrooms unconfirmed

💡 Note: Saturdays they close at 12pm for a lunch break then reopen at 1:30pm.

Andes, Delaware County

Cozy public library in Andes, NY.

Delhi, Delaware County

Public library in Delhi, NY with a wonderful kids space and multiple children's programs each week.

Arkville, Delaware County

A Clean recreation center featuring a large, heated indoor pool plus a gym and yoga classes. Catskill Recreation Center's mission is to offer year-round swimming, fitness, and recreational opportunities that promote healthy lifestyles for people of all ages from the surrounding communities. Important to note: Pool hours differ from regular operating hours; check the website for pool-specific hours. Minimum age required to use the gym is 13 years old.

💡 We love Family Swim Nights, every Friday from 4 - 7pm in the family pool - just $15 per family!

Arkville, Delaware County

💡 Open by appointment - call to schedule

Delhi, Delaware County

Veterans organization of the American Legion, located in Delhi, New York.

Ulster County

Public library in Kingston, NY that offers programming for adults, kids and teens.

💡 Wonderful Children's Library and Teen Room

Stamford, Delaware County

Public library in Stamford, NY with free events for adults and kids like: **Little Ones Storytime ** - Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Join Ms. Lindsay for stories, songs, movement, bubble time, and more!

Walton, Delaware County

Public Library in Walton that offers free adult and kids programming including, Sensory Play, Story Time, Cereal Cinema and Lego Club.