3 Mount Prospect Public Library · 3.1 mi · Mount Prospect
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Best for infants through pre-walkers with an adult. This storytime is structured with our littlest patrons in mind, so come ready for fun lap bounces, tummy time, and plenty of…
3 Mount Prospect Public Library · 3.1 mi · Mount Prospect
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Best for ages 6 and older with their families. Build games, activities, and other interactive creations using cardboard and your imagination.
25 Park Ridge Public Library · 3.5 mi · Park Ridge
All ages Storytime
Drop in. Fun stories, lively rhymes and plenty of silliness, this Storytime is perfect for 2 & 3 year olds who have aged out of Busy Bees!
4 Glenview Public Library · 4.7 mi · Glenview
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Connect with your baby through rhymes, bounces, and tickles. Then stay to play, socialize and connect with other caregivers. Drop In.
43 Wilmette Public Library · 9.4 mi · Wilmette
All ages Storytime
Filled with books, puppets, songs, flannels, music, movement, and bubbles, storytime helps develop important pre-literacy skills and cultivate a lifelong love of reading.
44 Elmhurst Public Library · 10.2 mi · Elmhurst
Ages 1–5 Storytime
For ages 1-5. Move and groove to active rhymes, songs, and stories guaranteed to get the wiggles out. Tickets available with an EPL card starting at 9 a.m.
6 Sulzer Regional, Chicago Public Library · 11.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join this story time especially for our littlest patrons! We’ll share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
26 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.
72 La Grange Public Library · 15.7 mi · La Grange
All ages Storytime
Stories, activities and songs will introduce you and your child to early literacy skills. Drop- in and join us for this shared experience.
45 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.
56 Lisle Library District · 19.2 mi · Lisle
Ages 0–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
Storytime for the youngest patrons! This storytime is for babies not yet walking. Join us for songs, books, and play. Registration required.
9 Indian Prairie Public Library · 19.8 mi · Darien
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Adults & teens. Create ornament on aluminum using color, images, and text. IPPL cardholder exclusive.
39 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 6.8 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 3–6 Storytime
This drop-in storytime is recommended for 3 to 6 year olds, but younger or older siblings are welcome to join!
43 Wilmette Public Library · 9.4 mi · Wilmette
All ages Storytime
Filled with books, puppets, songs, flannels, music, movement, and bubbles, storytime helps develop important pre-literacy skills and cultivate a lifelong love of reading.
47 Palatine Public Library (Main) · 9.6 mi · Palatine
Ages 3–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Tuesdays, 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. Ages 3 - 5
57 River Forest Public Library · 10.8 mi · River Forest
Ages 0–6 Storytime
Join us for stories, songs, and lots of movement in this fun and engaging, interactive storytime! For ages 0-6, with caregiver.
11 Vernon Area Public Library · 11.2 mi · Lincolnshire
Ages 3–12 Music & shows Sign-up needed
All ages. Fan favorite children's music duo Wendy & DB return to the Library Learning Garden to perform songs from their new album Get Your Sunny Side Up.
49 Oak Park Public Library (Main) · 11.4 mi · Oak Park
Ages 0–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
This storytime is designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children up to age 5. Music and movement are paired in this big, joyful class.
38 Aspen Drive Library · 14.4 mi · Vernon Hills
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!
31 Glen Ellyn Public Library · 14.8 mi · Glen Ellyn
All ages Games & play
72 La Grange Public Library · 15.7 mi · La Grange
All ages Storytime
Stories, activities and songs will introduce you and your child to early literacy skills. Drop- in and join us for this shared experience.
9 Indian Prairie Public Library · 19.8 mi · Darien
Ages 1–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
For children 18–36 months with an adult caregiver. Storytime classes teach pre-reading skills that help your child get ready to read.
3 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!
25 Park Ridge Public Library · 3.5 mi · Park Ridge
All ages Storytime
Drop in. Read, sing, and play at this story and play time for toddlers! A shortened version of our traditional storytime will be followed by time to play with age-appropriate toys.
4 Glenview Public Library · 4.7 mi · Glenview
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Enjoy a structured storytime full of stories, songs, and dancing with your two-year-old! Register the child/children who are age-appropriate for the class.
8 Main Library · 10.6 mi · Evanston
Ages 2–2 Storytime
Storytime filled with songs, picture books, puppets and rhymes for 24 to 36 months with parent, grandparent or caregiver.
6 Sulzer Regional, Chicago Public Library · 11.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Join our children's librarians for this special 25-minute story time for babies and their caregivers.
6 Sulzer Regional, Chicago Public Library · 11.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join this story time especially for our littlest patrons! We’ll share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
26 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.
45 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.
56 Lisle Library District · 19.2 mi · Lisle
Ages 3–6 Storytime Sign-up needed
Stretch, sing, dance, and jump along in this active Storytime that promotes early literacy skills while encouraging children to move and play.
17 Wood Dale Public Library · 6.6 mi · Wood Dale
Ages 1–5 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
For ages: 3–5 years with a caregiver
49 Oak Park Public Library (Main) · 11.4 mi · Oak Park
Ages 0–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
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37 Chicago Bee, Chicago Public Library · 19.8 mi · Chicago
Ages 2–5 Storytime
There's nothing better than a good story and a bit of interactive fun in the morning for you and your children! Enjoy singing, movement and crafts to accompany a theme.
59 Mount Prospect Public Library South Branch · 3.8 mi · Mount Prospect
Ages 1–5 Storytime
Best for ages 1-5 with an adult. Call the Community Connections Center at 847-506-4930 for more information. Martes 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
4 Glenview Public Library · 4.7 mi · Glenview
Ages 3–5 Storytime
Get ready to read, play, and create together! Build confidence by having your child attend independently. Caregivers must remain in the Library during this program.
3 Mount Prospect Public Library · 3.1 mi · Mount Prospect
Ages 3–7 Storytime
Best for ages 3-7 with an adult. The stories, songs, and activities we'll share span a wide variety of topics that support early literacy and school readiness.
18 Skokie Public Library · 6.7 mi · Skokie
Ages 3–5 Storytime
Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs together. For children age 3-6 with an adult. Space is limited. Free tickets will be given to those present starting at 1 pm.
39 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 6.8 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 3–6 Storytime
This drop-in storytime is recommended for 3 to 6 year olds, but younger or older siblings are welcome to join!
26 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.
43 Wilmette Public Library · 9.4 mi · Wilmette
All ages Family fun
Amy will share the inspiration behind this moving story about a girl and her wild horse and talk about how the book came to life.
67 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…
45 Downers Grove Public Library · 18.1 mi · Downers Grove
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Contact the Kids Room Desk at kidsdesk@dglibrary.org or (630) 960–1200 with questions. Submit a request for accommodation.
26 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.
18 Skokie Public Library · 6.7 mi · Skokie
Ages 5–12 Family fun
Learn about amazing Indigenous characters featured in award-winning books while making crafts and doing activities.
16 Canaryville, Chicago Public Library · 19.9 mi · Chicago
Ages 3–12 Arts & crafts
Enjoy a relaxed art activity exploring a different art medium each session, led by one of your friendly librarians. For ages 3 to 13.
72 La Grange Public Library · 15.7 mi · La Grange
Ages 5–12 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Help us create our own version of downtown La Grange in Minecraft Creative mode! Does it need its own Eiffel Tower? Should the movie theater be fifteen-feet tall and blue?
51 Harold Washington Library Center · 17.4 mi · Chicago
Ages 4–12 Arts & crafts
Join us to see what you can create with LEGO® bricks and other building materials! For kids 4 to 13.
25 Park Ridge Public Library · 3.5 mi · Park Ridge
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Registration opens 3 weeks before the program.
43 Wilmette Public Library · 9.4 mi · Wilmette
All ages Storytime
We use a visual schedule and offer noise canceling headphones for use during this program. Children are encouraged to attend independently.
31 Glen Ellyn Public Library · 14.8 mi · Glen Ellyn
Ages 8–12 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Complete a fun computer based Scratch coding project. Please register for each program separately. Prior attendance is not necessary. For grades 3-8.
22 Wheaton Public Library · 16.5 mi · Wheaton
Ages 5–11 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Grades K-5 and family Spend some time making beaded and braided bracelets to take home! No registration required.
39 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 6.8 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 5–11 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Registering for this session will sign you up for November 3, November 10, and November 17.
2 Indian Trails Public Library · 7.1 mi · Wheeling
All ages Family fun Sign-up needed
R = Registration required.
43 Wilmette Public Library · 9.4 mi · Wilmette
All ages Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Video Game Club is a place for kids to build community around video games. Play a new game, make a new friend, or just hang out and play Minecraft with other kids.
6 Sulzer Regional, Chicago Public Library · 11.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 10–12 Arts & crafts
Middle School Makers is a three-part series designed to introduce middle schoolers to hands‑on creative technology and tools available at the library.
37 Chicago Bee, Chicago Public Library · 19.8 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Do you like working on puzzles? Join Miss Krystal at the library for a relaxing hour of puzzles as we try to complete one each week! For kids 6 to 13.
38 Aspen Drive Library · 14.4 mi · Vernon Hills
Ages 5–11 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
REGISTERED PROGRAM. Registration opens Saturday, October 3 at 4 pm Questions? Please contact Vijaya Char vchar@cooklib.org.
75 Little Village, Chicago Public Library · 16.1 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Calling all young architects! Get inspired by building challenges or create a masterpiece of your very own during this drop-in, free-build time.
3 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!
17 Wood Dale Public Library · 6.6 mi · Wood Dale
All ages Music & shows Sign-up needed
For ages: 5 and up with a caregiver
44 Elmhurst Public Library · 10.2 mi · Elmhurst
Ages 3–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
For ages 3-5 with adult. Join us for a Stuffie Sleepover at the Library! After storytime, leave your favorite stuffed animal for a fun-filled night of stories, games, and…
26 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.
77 Brighton Park, Chicago Public Library · 18.1 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join us for picture books, stories, songs and either a simple craft or play time. For families with children up to 5 years old.
32 Gage Park, Chicago Public Library · 19.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Test the limits of physics with LEGO® Club! Free build by yourself or with your friends, ask a librarian for a build challenge and even display your creations at the library for…
39 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 6.8 mi · Elk Grove Village
All ages Family fun
A new challenge begins each week, and a correct guess earns you a chance to win a classic picture book–themed prize!
39 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…
24 Addison Public Library · 9.2 mi · Addison
Ages 5–11 Arts & crafts
Origami is the art of folding paper into amazing shapes. Drop by the library and pick up a new origami kit each month and create something amazing.
45 Downers Grove Public Library · 18.1 mi · Downers Grove
All ages Festivals
Kits will be available near the ATS Desk while supplies last. Submit a request for a program accommodation. Learn more about accommodations and accessibility at DGPL.