Volta is teaming up with our Local Libraries to bring you monthly Storytime & Climb events thru December!

Each month, an awesome local librarian will lead a Saturday storytime at the gym. To wrap up the series, special guest Miss Chrissy returns to Volta for a grand finale.  A guaranteed fun morning for kids and families!

All storytimes are FREE | Stay after for $10 facilitated climbing (all rentals included) (free for gym members)

September 27th
10am-12pm

Northeast Harbor Library

October 4th
10am-12pm

Ellsworth Public Library

November 8th
10am-12pm

Jesup Library

December 13th
10am-12pm

Storyteller Miss Chrissy

Schedule + details

10:00 AM-11:0 AM 📚 Storytime 

  • Everyone in the facility must complete a (one-time) Volta waiver - even if you’re not climbing! Complete it before you arrive for a quick and easy check-in process. 

  • Meet on the mezzanine at Volta at 10:00 AM

  • Storytime is free! You’re welcome to join us for a fun morning and just visit the space. 

  • If you’re planning to stay and climb, you can pay at the front desk before or after storytime

11:00 AM -11:10 AM 📢 Safety Talk 

  • General climbing safety

  • Expectations for parents  

11:10 AM-12:00 PM 🧗🏾‍♂️ Climbing

  • Staff will be available to belay on the ropes and help out in the bouldering section

  • Feel free to stay and climb longer, but the staff belay will end at 12:00pm

Climbing Benefits
for Kids (& adults)!

  • Builds confidence

  • Improves coordination and builds motor skills

  • Increases strength and flexibility

  • Enhances problem-solving skills

  • It’s fun!

Related Programs

🎂 Birthday Parties at Volta

Enjoy unlimited access to the bouldering and ropes area (all rentals included) and access to a private party room. Our knowledgeable and kind staff to guide you through your climbing experience. Learn more

🧗🏾‍♂️Family Climbing Night

Bring the whole family and experience the thrill of climbing together in a fun and supportive environment! Learn more

🌈 Youth Climbing Club and Team

Our youth programs are cooperative with the potential to compete, and are designed to hone skills and encourage active engagement. (Club • ages 6-9) (Team • ages 9-18)

⭐ School Groups

Climb at Volta with your classmates! Learn more

❄️ Winter Break Climbing Camps

3 or 4 jam-packed half-days of climbing, discovery and connection! If your child is fascinated by climbing, is energetic and enjoys new experiences, this is the camp for them! Learn more

🐸 Summer Camps

Expedition Volta summer camp adventures in Acadia National Park and at Volta! Learn more