11 Wilmette Public Library · 9.4 mi · Wilmette
All ages Family fun
Children age 8 and under must be supervised at all times.
12 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.
13 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.
14 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…
15 Park Ridge Public Library · 3.5 mi · Park Ridge
All ages Storytime
Drop in. Get ready for a monstrously good time at the Library!
16 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.
3 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…
7 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.
17 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!
18 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.
19 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.
20 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!
21 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…
22 Ela Area Public Library · 14.8 mi · Lake Zurich
Ages 0–1 Storytime
For babies 0-18 months with an adult. No registration.
23 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!
24 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.
25 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!
9 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!
26 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!
27 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.
10 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!
19 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.
28 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!
28 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.
29 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!