28 Wilmette Public Library · 9.4 mi · Wilmette
All ages Family fun
Children age 8 and under must be supervised at all times.
29 Elmhurst Public Library · 10.2 mi · Elmhurst
Ages 1–5 Storytime
For ages 1-5 w/adult. Boogie down in your spookiest outfits in this not-so-scary story and dance party! Tickets available with an EPL card starting at 9 a.m.
30 Downers Grove Public Library · 18.1 mi · Downers Grove
All ages Arts & crafts
All children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Contact the Kids Room Desk at kidsdesk@dglibrary.org or (630) 960–1200 with questions. Submit a request for accommodation.
12 Chinatown, Chicago Public Library · 18.3 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Arts & crafts
A bi-weekly playgroup for children who speak Mandarin or Cantonese Chinese. This playgroup is intended to help children develop confidence in their own language and culture and…
31 Park Ridge Public Library · 3.5 mi · Park Ridge
All ages Storytime
Drop in. Get ready for a monstrously good time at the Library!
32 Glenview Public Library · 4.7 mi · Glenview
All ages Storytime
Boogie with us as we enjoy not-so-scary stories, songs, and a costume parade through the Library. Drop in.
22 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 6.8 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 0–5 Music & shows
Join Spark the Firefly and all her friends as they welcome a new season. Watch the changing leaves, gather acorns with a silly squirrel and experience all the sights and sounds of…
25 Indian Trails Public Library · 7.1 mi · Wheeling
All ages Storytime
TR = Ticket registration. Limit: 20. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program on a first-come, first-served basis at the Youth Services Desk.
33 Mayfair Park · 9.1 mi · Chicago
Ages 1–5 Storytime
This fall, come find staff from Mayfair Branch on the lawn at Mayfair Park and enjoy the fall weather as we share stories, songs and rhymes!
34 Palatine Public Library (Main) · 9.6 mi · Palatine
Ages 2–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Wear your Halloween costume! We'll read our favorite Halloween stories and create a spooky Halloween craft. Ages 2 - 5. Sign up begins 10/16.
35 North Austin, Chicago Public Library · 10.9 mi · Chicago
Ages 1–5 Storytime
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays. For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
36 Oak Park Public Library (Main) · 11.4 mi · Oak Park
Ages 3–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Acompañanos para una media hora de cuentos en español con Kathy Valdivia. Ven a escuchar historias, canciones, y baile!
37 Berwyn Public Library · 14.3 mi · Berwyn
All ages Storytime Sign-up needed
0-23 months. Registration is required. It's never too early for storytime! Join us for interactive experiences that develop baby's pre-reading skills, all with a touch of Spanish…
17 Ela Area Public Library · 14.8 mi · Lake Zurich
Ages 0–1 Storytime
For babies 0-18 months with an adult. No registration.
38 Lake Forest Library · 14.9 mi · Lake Forest
All ages Games & play
Register or drop in to play with Big Blue Blocks, stepping stones, DUPLOs, toys, puppets, and more!
39 Harold Washington Library Center · 17.4 mi · Chicago
Ages 2–5 Storytime
Join us for a 30-minute story time followed by 30 minutes of building play. For kids 2 to 5 and their families.
40 Cook Park Library · 17.4 mi · Libertyville
Ages 0–5 Storytime
DROP-IN PROGRAM. No need to register. Don’t miss this chance to actively participate in your child’s experiences and create memories that will last a lifetime!
27 Back of the Yards, Chicago Public Library · 19.3 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Music & shows
Join the Back of the Yards staff for a screening of The Craft Legacy! Click here to watch the trailer!
41 Canaryville, Chicago Public Library · 19.9 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Arts & crafts
We have blocks, puzzles and other hands-on building and play activities allowing families time to read, discover and create together!
42 Indian Prairie Public Library · 19.8 mi · Darien
Ages 0–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
For children birth–17 months with an adult caregiver. Our storytimes teach pre-reading skills that help your child get ready to read. Register using the child's name.
9 Skokie Public Library · 6.7 mi · Skokie
All ages Festivals
Get a jump-start on Halloween fun! Come to the Kids Room in your costume, and we'll parade through the library for indoor trick-or-treating. Bring a bag to collect your treats!
35 North Austin, Chicago Public Library · 10.9 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Arts & crafts
Join us for a drop-in open play time! We have fun, educational toys and books available for self-directed play. For kids 0 to 5 with their caregivers.
5 Rogers Park, Chicago Public Library · 11.2 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join Ms. Catherine at story time for the whole family! We'll enjoy stories, rhymes and songs together. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. Older siblings welcome!
5 Rogers Park, Chicago Public Library · 11.2 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Calling all Halloween lovers! Join us for this special Halloween edition of our Friday family story time. We’ll celebrate with books, songs and a costume parade.
43 Dole Branch Library · 11.2 mi · Oak Park
Ages 0–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
An energetic program designed for children up to age 5, with caregivers. Get ready to sing, dance, and listen to great stories!
44 Logan Square, Chicago Public Library · 12.3 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Acoustic guitar story time led by Ms. Erica. We sing old songs, new songs and read a book or two together. Songs in English and Spanish. Stories in English.
14 West Loop, Chicago Public Library · 16.1 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Arts & crafts
Join us for a drop-in open play time! We have fun, educational toys and books available for self-directed play. For kids 0 to 5 with their caregivers.
7 Wheaton Public Library · 16.5 mi · Wheaton
All ages Festivals
Halloween Happenings! Show off your Halloween costume at the library! Join us for a costume parade and a little trick-or-treating.
45 Little Italy, Chicago Public Library · 16.5 mi · Chicago
Ages 3–5 Storytime
Fall is here! Join Miss Taylor for a weekly story time with songs, stories and rhymes for our preschool-aged patrons. For kids 3 to 5 and their caregivers.
46 Lisle Library District · 19.2 mi · Lisle
All ages Storytime Sign-up needed
Join us for our annual Halloween storytime and costume parade!
22 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 6.8 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 0–5 Music & shows
Join Spark the Firefly and all her friends as they welcome a new season. Watch the changing leaves, gather acorns with a silly squirrel and experience all the sights and sounds of…
25 Indian Trails Public Library · 7.1 mi · Wheeling
All ages Storytime
TR = Ticket registration. Limit: 20. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program on a first-come, first-served basis at the Youth Services Desk.
11 Glen Ellyn Public Library · 14.8 mi · Glen Ellyn
All ages Storytime
Celebrate Halloween with a craft, story, and walk through the library to show off your costume! For birth-age 6 and their grownups.
32 Glenview Public Library · 4.7 mi · Glenview
All ages Family fun
Bring your own lunch or snack and join other kids and caregivers to eat, talk, and clean up together. Drop in.
47 River Forest Public Library · 10.8 mi · River Forest
Ages 10–12 Music & shows
Middle Schoolers are invited to join us after this half day of school to watch a movie and have a snack.
44 Logan Square, Chicago Public Library · 12.3 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Acoustic guitar story time led by Ms. Erica. We sing old songs, new songs and read a book or two together. Songs in English and Spanish. Stories in English.
28 Wilmette Public Library · 9.4 mi · Wilmette
All ages Family fun Sign-up needed
Register children individually under their own names. Parents and caregivers of children age 8 and under must stay in the library during the program.
48 Toman, Chicago Public Library · 16 mi · Chicago
Ages 3–12 Arts & crafts
LEGO® fans rejoice! Join other fans and enthusiasts as you create, challenge yourself and share ideas for your next creations made with our collection of LEGO® bricks.
35 North Austin, Chicago Public Library · 10.9 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Join us for crafts, snacks, games and more! For ages 5 and up. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event?
32 Glenview Public Library · 4.7 mi · Glenview
Ages 8–12 Games & play
Learn how to play the Pokémon card game and prepare for battle against other patrons and staff!
9 Skokie Public Library · 6.7 mi · Skokie
Ages 8–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
Experience different countries through snacks. Each month we'll be getting a mystery box of snacks from another country.
22 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 6.8 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 5–11 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Required registration is limited to EGVPL cardholders and begins Friday, September 18, 9 am.
49 Mount Prospect Public Library South Branch · 3.8 mi · Mount Prospect
Ages 4–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Best for ages 4 and up with their families. Skulls made of sugar are traditionally used to decorate Day of the Dead altars, a tradition in many parts of Mexico.
32 Glenview Public Library · 4.7 mi · Glenview
Ages 9–12 Family fun
If you dare, join us for this ghoulishly good sampling of Halloween treats. Disclaimer: Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into…
50 North Park · 10.9 mi · Lincolnshire
All ages Family fun
Visit the library's table at the Lincolnshire Boo Bash for giveaways.
51 Indian Trails Library Prospect Heights Branch · 4.8 mi · Prospect Heights
All ages Arts & crafts
While supplies last. NR = No registration.
46 Lisle Library District · 19.2 mi · Lisle
All ages Family fun Sign-up needed
Calling all families! Dress up in your Halloween costumes and join us for a special screening of Disney's Halloweentown. Popcorn will be provided. Registration required.
22 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 6.8 mi · Elk Grove Village
All ages Family fun
Stop by Youth Services to adopt a ghost! While you are here, make sure to pick out a Halloween book to read to your boo-tiful new friend.
22 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 6.8 mi · Elk Grove Village
All ages Family fun
Children may work independently or with the help of a parent/caregiver to find all the items and win a prize!
22 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 6.8 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 5–12 Games & play
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Each week, stop by the library to discover a new vocabulary word, look it up in the dictionary, write the…
38 Lake Forest Library · 14.9 mi · Lake Forest
Ages 8–11 Science & STEM
Register then come snag a crafty grab bag containing two or more projects on a fun, timely theme.