19 Mount Prospect Public Library · 3.1 mi · Mount Prospect
Ages 0–8 Storytime
Best for ages 8 and younger with their families. There is something fun for everyone at this exciting storytime. Come ready to dance, sing, and get silly together as a family!
26 Park Ridge Public Library · 3.5 mi · Park Ridge
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Snuggle, bounce, and bond with your little one in this lap sit program for babies. Circle time is followed by time to play with age-appropriate toys and time to socialize.
27 Glenview Public Library · 4.7 mi · Glenview
Ages 1–3 Storytime
Buzz in to enjoy rhymes and movement with your toddler! Stay for open playtime and connecting with other families. Drop in.
17 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 6.8 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 0–2 Storytime
This drop-in storytime is recommended for babies up to 24 months, but older siblings are welcome to join!
24 Elmhurst Public Library · 10.2 mi · Elmhurst
All ages Storytime
Newborn - 11 months w/ adult. Meet other parents and caregivers of newborns to share rhymes, activities, and resources. Live in-person. Tickets available starting at 9:00 a.m.
63 Vernon Area Public Library · 11.2 mi · Lincolnshire
Ages 3–5 Storytime
64 Helen Plum Library · 13 mi · Lombard
All ages Storytime
Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime is for the whole family to enjoy.
12 Ela Area Public Library · 14.8 mi · Lake Zurich
Ages 5–11 Family fun Sign-up needed
For kids in grades K-5 with an adult. Register once for your whole family. Ela Library cardholders have priority registration.
35 Cook Park Library · 17.4 mi · Libertyville
Ages 0–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
REGISTERED PROGRAM. Registration opens September 26 at 4 pm. Register children individually. Registration is limited to one child per adult, only registered children may attend.
25 Downers Grove Public Library · 18.1 mi · Downers Grove
Ages 3–5 Storytime
Geared towards preschoolers ages 3 - 5, younger siblings welcome. All children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
43 Lisle Library District · 19.2 mi · Lisle
All ages Storytime Sign-up needed
Storytime fun for little ones on the move! Join us for songs, books, and play. For walking children up to 2 years old. Registration required.
65 Addison Public Library · 9.2 mi · Addison
Ages 0–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
Join us for stories, songs, and action rhymes, and discover friends and fun! Geared toward ages birth-2 years old and their caregivers but all ages welcome.
29 Palatine Public Library (Main) · 9.6 mi · Palatine
Ages 1–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs. Ages 1 - 2 with parent/caregiver. Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date.
24 Elmhurst Public Library · 10.2 mi · Elmhurst
Ages 0–2 Family fun
For caregivers of children 0-5T. Bring your clean, gently used baby clothes for ages 0-5T and pick out some new pieces for your little one. Visit elmlib.org/swap for info.
66 La Grange Public Library · 15.7 mi · La Grange
Ages 0–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
Let us introduce your little one to storytime! This interactive program includes books, action rhymes, songs and bubbles. Space is limited to 15 children and their caregivers.
41 Wheaton Public Library · 16.5 mi · Wheaton
All ages Family fun Sign-up needed
Families Pick a dino figurine and create a little home for them that you can take home. While supplies last. No registration required.
25 Downers Grove Public Library · 18.1 mi · Downers Grove
All ages Arts & crafts
Questions? Contact the Kids Room at kidsdesk@dglibrary.org or (630) 960–1200. Submit a request for accommodation.
37 Indian Prairie Public Library · 19.8 mi · Darien
Ages 3–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
For children ages 3–6. Join us weekly for stories, songs, and literacy-based activities that help your child prepare for school. Register using the child's name.
19 Mount Prospect Public Library · 3.1 mi · Mount Prospect
Ages 0–3 Storytime
Best for walkers ages 3 and younger with an adult. We'll share stories, songs, and simple games that inspire toddlers to explore and discover the world around them.
26 Park Ridge Public Library · 3.5 mi · Park Ridge
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Snuggle, bounce, and bond with your little one in this lap sit program for babies. Circle time is followed by time to play with age-appropriate toys and time to socialize.
27 Glenview Public Library · 4.7 mi · Glenview
All ages Storytime
Wear your dancing shoes and join the Youth Services Librarians as they twirl into the week. Drop in.
54 Wood Dale Public Library · 6.6 mi · Wood Dale
Ages 1–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
For ages: 0–2 years with a caregiver
17 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 6.8 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 0–2 Storytime
This drop-in storytime is recommended for babies up to 24 months, but older siblings are welcome to join!
21 Robert Crown Branch Library · 9.7 mi · Evanston
Ages 1–3 Storytime
Join us for a fun session of stories and songs at the Robert Crown Branch! Please register under your child's name only. Questions?
6 Albany Park, Chicago Public Library · 9.9 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join us for stories, songs and movement activities. For children 0 to 5 with a caregiver.
4 Main Library · 10.6 mi · Evanston
All ages Storytime
Join us for stories, songs, and lots of fun in this summer series of storytimes. For children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration required -- just drop in!
63 Vernon Area Public Library · 11.2 mi · Lincolnshire
Ages 3–5 Storytime
64 Helen Plum Library · 13 mi · Lombard
Ages 3–5 Storytime
Drop-in storytime for children ages 3-4, with participating adult. Join us for stories, songs, and skills to encourage kindergarten readiness.
12 Ela Area Public Library · 14.8 mi · Lake Zurich
Ages 5–11 Family fun Sign-up needed
For kids in grades K-5 with an adult. Register once for your whole family. Ela Library cardholders have priority registration.
25 Downers Grove Public Library · 18.1 mi · Downers Grove
Ages 1–3 Storytime
Siblings welcome. All children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Contact the Kids Room Desk at kidsdesk@dglibrary.org or (630) 960–1200 with questions.
54 Wood Dale Public Library · 6.6 mi · Wood Dale
Ages 1–5 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Messy clothes are strongly recommended! For ages: 3–5 years with a caregiver
21 Robert Crown Branch Library · 9.7 mi · Evanston
Ages 1–3 Storytime
Join us for a fun session of stories and songs the the Robert Crown Branch! Please register under your child's name only. Questions? Reach out to rsindelar@cityofevanston.org.
18 Cicero Public Library · 14.7 mi · Cicero
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Please call 708-652-8084 ext. 7
67 Daley, Richard J.-Bridgeport, Chicago Public Library · 18.9 mi · Chicago
Ages 3–5 Storytime
Join Cruelty Free You + Me for their Compassionate Children's Programming. During each session we focus on different animals, the environment and kindness towards one another.
8 Gage Park, Chicago Public Library · 19.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 2–8 Storytime
Join us for a story time full of books, songs and rhymes for our littlest patrons. For ages 2 to 8.
27 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.
58 Lincoln Belmont, Chicago Public Library · 13 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Young builders can use their imaginations to create with LEGO bricks or one of our other building sets and/or play games. Drop in whenever you can or stay the whole time.
68 West Lawn, Chicago Public Library · 19.9 mi · Chicago
Ages 3–12 Arts & crafts
Join authors Jennifer Schneider and Cayley Tull for a reading of their book The Hand & the Eye: Olive's Discovery.
12 Ela Area Public Library · 14.8 mi · Lake Zurich
Ages 5–11 Family fun Sign-up needed
For kids in grades K-5 with an adult. Register once for your whole family. Ela Library cardholders have priority registration.
57 Budlong Woods, Chicago Public Library · 10.5 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Families Together: Mixed Media Create an artwork to honor a special time spent with family or friends during this self-guided open studio program designed in partnership with the…
25 Downers Grove Public Library · 18.1 mi · Downers Grove
Ages 11–12 Arts & crafts
Drop in during the program window to create your own design with Perler Beads. No need to stay for the whole time.
12 Ela Area Public Library · 14.8 mi · Lake Zurich
Ages 5–11 Family fun Sign-up needed
For kids in grades K-5 with an adult. Register once for your whole family. Ela Library cardholders have priority registration.
25 Downers Grove Public Library · 18.1 mi · Downers Grove
All ages Arts & crafts
Children attend independently without an adult. The schedule for this session is: November 2 - Easel Art November 9 - Book Cover Art - for Children's Book Week November 16 …
69 Little Village, Chicago Public Library · 16.1 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Stop by to make a themed craft or create art on your own. The craft cart will be set up in the children’s area and a separate cart will be set up in the tween area.
40 Logan Square, Chicago Public Library · 12.3 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Join this weekly afternoon crafting session for tweens, enjoy a snack, play video games and socialize with library friends! For tweens 8 to 13.
66 La Grange Public Library · 15.7 mi · La Grange
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Come learn about the history, traditions, and meaning behind Diwali, the Festival of Lights. We’ll read a story and then create our own diyas (lamps)!
42 Little Italy, Chicago Public Library · 16.5 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Board games, TCGs and more, oh my! Drop-in for an hour of open gaming. Each week we’ll have a variety of board games and Magic the Gathering available for you to play.
70 Northbrook Public Library · 6.9 mi · Northbrook
Ages 7–11 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Discover iconic artists, explore diverse art styles, and create your own inspired masterpieces.
20 Indian Trails Public Library · 7.1 mi · Wheeling
Ages 9–11 Family fun Sign-up needed
R = Registration required.
23 Wilmette Public Library · 9.4 mi · Wilmette
Ages 2–12 Storytime Sign-up needed
¡Acompaña a Miss Rosie Reads en una hora de cuentos bilingüe e interactiva que celebra el lenguaje, la alfabetización y la comunidad!
31 Oak Park Public Library (Main) · 11.4 mi · Oak Park
Ages 3–12 Storytime Sign-up needed
Designed for children with disabilities and support needs ages 3+ with caregiver support.
41 Wheaton Public Library · 16.5 mi · Wheaton
Ages 5–11 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Grades K-5 with caregiver Let's do LEGO! Use the library's LEGO collection to build whatever you'd like!
43 Lisle Library District · 19.2 mi · Lisle
Ages 6–11 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Use leaves to paint unique sunflowers. For grades 1-5. Registration required.
8 Gage Park, Chicago Public Library · 19.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Family fun
When children are learning to read, it’s important to practice often and with others.
35 Cook Park Library · 17.4 mi · Libertyville
Ages 5–11 Games & play Sign-up needed
REGISTERED PROGRAM. Registration opens Friday, October 2 at 4 pm Questions? Please contact Robert Eckmann reckmann@cooklib.org
5 Skokie Public Library · 6.7 mi · Skokie
Ages 8–11 Family fun
Share your love of Pokémon through card trading, games, and crafts. Bring your cards and any art or Pokémon memorabilia to share. We'll do different activities each month.
33 Lake Forest Library · 14.9 mi · Lake Forest
All ages Games & play
Register and join us in person to make a giant collaborative coloring page. Each participant will get a piece to color, then we'll tape them all together into a patchwork coloring…
66 La Grange Public Library · 15.7 mi · La Grange
Ages 9–12 Storytime
Celebrate your freedom of expression by singing along with the beloved Broadway musical version of our country’s founding.