2 Palatine Library Rand Road Branch · 8.8 mi · Palatine
Ages 3–7 Games & play
Pasa por una manualidad sencilla para hacer juntos. Cada semana explore un tema diferente diseñado para fomentar la creatividad y la curiosidad de su niño. Para edades de 3 a 7.
3 Palatine Library North Hoffman Branch · 11.7 mi · Hoffman Estates
Ages 3–7 Games & play
Stop by to make a simple craft together. Each week explores a different topic to spark your child's creativity and curiosity. Ages 3 – 7. While supplies last. Drop in.
4 Oriole Park, Chicago Public Library · 5.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 10–12 Arts & crafts
Make a spooky Halloween necklace, bracelet or keychain. All materials provided. For ages 10 to 13.
5 Legler Regional, Chicago Public Library · 13.9 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Come see if you can complete a LEGO® challenge or just let your imagination run wild. We're excited to see what you create! For ages 6 and up.
6 Main Library · 10.6 mi · Evanston
Ages 6–11 Family fun
This inclusive event welcomes neurodivergent kids of all abilities to hang out and explore special interests at the library.
7 Skokie Public Library · 6.7 mi · Skokie
Ages 5–12 Science & STEM
Media literacy helps us have healthy habits when engaging with content. We'll discuss topics like generative AI, the news landscape, finding information, and fact-checking.
8 Albany Park, Chicago Public Library · 9.9 mi · Chicago
Ages 4–12 Arts & crafts
Become an expert builder at the library. We provide the LEGO® bricks; you provide the imagination. For ages 4 and up. Space limitations may apply.
9 Glen Ellyn Public Library · 14.8 mi · Glen Ellyn
Ages 5–8 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Get excited for the new The Cat in the Hat movie with games, crafts, and general Seussian mayhem! For grades k–2.
10 Chinatown, Chicago Public Library · 18.3 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Celebrate Halloween with the Chinatown Branch by singing along to your favorite spooky songs! Bring your friends to karaoke the night away, and costumes are encouraged.
11 Gage Park, Chicago Public Library · 19.7 mi · Chicago
All ages Music & shows
Join us for a screening of Hocus Pocus (1993). Plot overview: A teenage boy named Max and his little sister move to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of…
12 West Loop, Chicago Public Library · 16.1 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Ever had an interest in learning how to play chess? Mr. Lee from the Chicago Chess Foundation teaches children how to play chess at the library! All ability levels are welcome.
7 Skokie Public Library · 6.7 mi · Skokie
Ages 5–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
For this cupcake decorating spectacular, we'll provide plain cupcakes, icing, and decorating supplies. You provide the creativity!
2 Palatine Library Rand Road Branch · 8.8 mi · Palatine
Ages 5–12 Games & play Sign-up needed
Transform a mini pumpkin into a boo-tiful decoration. Materials provided. All ages. Sign up begins 10/15. Please register children (under 18) only.
13 Independence, Chicago Public Library · 10.4 mi · Chicago
Ages 3–12 Science & STEM
This isn't your parent's jack-o-lantern. What does it take to make a pumpkin puke? Carve pumpkins into jack-o-lanterns and make them barf a rainbow.
3 Palatine Library North Hoffman Branch · 11.7 mi · Hoffman Estates
Ages 5–12 Games & play Sign-up needed
Transform a mini pumpkin into a boo-tiful decoration. Materials provided. All ages. Sign up begins 10/15. Please register children (under 18) only.
14 Uptown, Chicago Public Library · 13.2 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Family fun
Get cozy for a spooky book chat! We’ll listen to a creepy story, share our thoughts and enjoy light pampering and snacks. Just in time for spooky season. Ages 10 and up.
15 Ela Area Public Library · 14.8 mi · Lake Zurich
Ages 5–11 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
For unaccompanied kids in grades K-5. An adult must remain in the building while their children age 10 and under are attending a program.
16 West Town, Chicago Public Library · 15 mi · Chicago
Ages 10–12 Reading & languages
Experiment with poetry and find creative ways to express yourself! We read a poem, learn poetic terms, and write our own poem in a fun, welcoming space.
17 Manning, Chicago Public Library · 15.3 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Science & STEM
Learn to make your own stop motion video using different craft supplies, then share your design! For ages 8 to 13. How to Attend Register up until 24 hours prior to event.
18 Chicago Bee, Chicago Public Library · 19.8 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Looking for something to do after school? Stop by for an hour of fun games, activities or crafts. For kids 6 to 13. Children 11 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
19 Aspen Drive Library · 14.4 mi · Vernon Hills
Ages 5–11 Games & play Sign-up needed
REGISTERED PROGRAM. Registration opens Tuesday, September 29 at 4 pm Questions? Please contact Rob Eckmann reckmann@cooklib.org
20 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 6.8 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 11–12 Arts & crafts
Whether you are dropping in with a quick question or scheduling focused time for a specific project, our tools and staff are here to help.
21 Cicero Public Library · 14.7 mi · Cicero
All ages Family fun
Register at Brookfield Zoo's ZAP website
11 Gage Park, Chicago Public Library · 19.7 mi · Chicago
All ages Arts & crafts
Stop by for an afternoon of scary stories, Halloween crafts and more! Make sure you bring your costume for the costume contest... mwahahaha! For kids of all ages.
12 West Loop, Chicago Public Library · 16.1 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Ever had an interest in learning how to play chess? Mr. Lee from the Chicago Chess Foundation teaches children how to play chess at the library! All ability levels are welcome.
22 Mount Prospect Public Library · 3.1 mi · Mount Prospect
Ages 8–11 Science & STEM
Best for ages 8-11 with an adult. From building toys to small robots, there's no telling what exciting discoveries await you. Come by and see for yourself!
23 Indian Trails Public Library · 7.1 mi · Wheeling
All ages Family fun Sign-up needed
Please register for only one session of Monogrammed Tote Bags. Additional registrations will be cancelled. R = Registration required.
24 Robert Crown Branch Library · 9.7 mi · Evanston
All ages Music & shows
Fire up the Mystery Machine and head over to the Crown Center to watch the live action Scooby-Doo! Snacks will be provided. Feel free to wear pjs or your Halloween costume.
25 Back of the Yards, Chicago Public Library · 19.3 mi · Chicago
Ages 4–12 Arts & crafts
Calling all LEGO® enthusiasts and engineers! Join us for LEGO challenges and free play and display your work in the library. For kids 4 and up. This is a drop-in event.
7 Skokie Public Library · 6.7 mi · Skokie
Ages 5–12 Storytime
Children and their grown-ups participate together in this storytime with books, music, and more. Space is limited. Free tickets will be given to those present starting at 6 pm.
20 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 6.8 mi · Elk Grove Village
All ages Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Required registration is limited to EGVPL cardholders and begins Friday, September 18, 9 am.
23 Indian Trails Public Library · 7.1 mi · Wheeling
All ages Arts & crafts
Limit: 20. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program at the Youth Services Desk on a first-come, first-served basis. TR = Ticketed Registration.
23 Indian Trails Public Library · 7.1 mi · Wheeling
Ages 14–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
In the course of a single winter’s night, four people vanish without a trace across a small town. Nora’s estranged best friend, Becca, is one of the lost.
20 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.
20 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!
20 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…