5 Algonquin Area Public Library (Harnish) · 9.6 mi · Algonquin
Ages 3–5 Family fun Sign-up needed
This program has limited space, and we will likely have a waitlist. If your child is unable to attend, please let us know so we can make a child on the waitlist happy!
3 Geneva Public Library · 9.9 mi · Geneva
Ages 3–5 Storytime
Family Storytime is a lively, interactive experience where children of all ages and their caregivers can enjoy books, music, and playful activities together.
16 Crystal Lake Public Library · 14.9 mi · Crystal Lake
Ages 1–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
A special story time that includes songs, rhymes, dancing and stories for our exuberant toddlers! CLPL cardholders only. Registration required.
14 Ela Area Public Library · 16.6 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.
10 Mount Prospect Public Library · 19.8 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…
10 Mount Prospect Public Library · 19.8 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.
18 Palatine Public Library (Main) · 15.8 mi · Palatine
Ages 3–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Tuesdays, 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. Ages 3 - 5
6 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 15.9 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!
15 Glen Ellyn Public Library · 16.3 mi · Glen Ellyn
All ages Games & play
5 Algonquin Area Public Library (Harnish) · 9.6 mi · Algonquin
Ages 3–5 Family fun Sign-up needed
This program has limited space, and we will likely have a waitlist. If your child is unable to attend, please let us know so we can make a child on the waitlist happy!
22 Algonquin Area Public Library Eastgate Branch · 9.7 mi · Algonquin
Ages 0–5 Music & shows Sign-up needed
Drop-ins are welcome and registration is not required. Register the group once under a caregiver's name to receive a reminder email.
3 Geneva Public Library · 9.9 mi · Geneva
All ages Arts & crafts
There is no right or wrong way to do the projects. Dress for mess and join us for fun! Little hands will need help from big hands. While supplies last.
16 Crystal Lake Public Library · 14.9 mi · Crystal Lake
All ages Storytime Sign-up needed
A story time for every little one! Stories, fingerplays, songs, dancing, and more! Suggested for ages Birth - 5 years with a caregiver. This is a Drop-in story time.
14 Ela Area Public Library · 16.6 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.
10 Mount Prospect Public Library · 19.8 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!
13 Wood Dale Public Library · 17.6 mi · Wood Dale
Ages 1–5 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
For ages: 3–5 years with a caregiver
9 Aurora Public Library Santori Library · 18.5 mi · Aurora
Ages 0–5 Games & play
An education initiative of Fox Valley United Way, SPARK (Strong, Prepared and Ready for Kindergarten) connects underserved Aurora, Illinois, families with early education and…
20 Mount Prospect Public Library South Branch · 18.3 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.
9 Aurora Public Library Santori Library · 18.5 mi · Aurora
Ages 6–11 Family fun
** Ticketed program. Tickets can be picked up from the children's desk 30 minutes prior to the start of the program.
6 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 15.9 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!
14 Ela Area Public Library · 16.6 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.
10 Mount Prospect Public Library · 19.8 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.
14 Ela Area Public Library · 16.6 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.
3 Geneva Public Library · 9.9 mi · Geneva
Ages 5–11 Reading & languages
Stop by, pick out a book, and sign up for your own reading session. Build reading skills and boost confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog in a fun, supportive…
4 Wheaton Public Library · 15.5 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.
15 Glen Ellyn Public Library · 16.3 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.
6 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 15.9 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.
13 Wood Dale Public Library · 17.6 mi · Wood Dale
All ages Music & shows Sign-up needed
For ages: 5 and up with a caregiver
10 Mount Prospect Public Library · 19.8 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!
14 Ela Area Public Library · 16.6 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.
5 Algonquin Area Public Library (Harnish) · 9.6 mi · Algonquin
Ages 5–11 Family fun Sign-up needed
This month we'll be discussing The Froggy Library by Julie Fiveash. For everyone's health, we kindly ask that you keep sick children at home.
5 Algonquin Area Public Library (Harnish) · 9.6 mi · Algonquin
Ages 11–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
This month we will be reading The Birchbark House by Louise Erdrich. For everyone's health, we kindly ask that you keep sick children at home.
17 126 Paddock St. · 14.9 mi · Crystal Lake
All ages Arts & crafts
Click on the link below to view and register to pick up one of our Take-and Make Crafts below: Youth Take-and-Make: Raccoon Paper Bag Puppet Adult/Teen Take-and-Make: Fabric Wreath
6 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 15.9 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!
6 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 15.9 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…
8 Addison Public Library · 17.7 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.