6 Nichols Library · 19.3 mi · Naperville
Ages 3–5 Science & STEM
It's time to unleash the monsters! Enjoy a quick storytime, then let your imagination run rampant as you build your own monster using household supplies and see how it stacks up…
7 Geneva Public Library · 9.9 mi · Geneva
Ages 0–2 Storytime
At Baby Storytime, caregivers and their little ones will enjoy bounces, rhymes, stories and songs.
8 Wheaton Public Library · 15.5 mi · Wheaton
Ages 1–5 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Ages 1-5 with caregiver Let's make art together! Wear something that can get a little messy and work on a project that you can take home. Registration required.
2 Algonquin Area Public Library (Harnish) · 9.6 mi · Algonquin
Ages 3–5 Games & play 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!
7 Geneva Public Library · 9.9 mi · Geneva
Ages 0–2 Storytime
At Baby Storytime, caregivers and their little ones will enjoy bounces, rhymes, stories and songs.
5 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 15.9 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join us for a Polish-English storytime that includes stories, rhymes, and crafts. You do not need to speak Polish to attend.
9 Palatine Library Rand Road Branch · 17.6 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.
10 Addison Public Library · 17.7 mi · Addison
All ages Storytime Sign-up needed
Stories, songs & more! Geared toward ages birth-3 years old and their caregivers but all ages welcome. Limit 10 participants; please register for each session separately.
11 Aurora Public Library Santori Library · 18.5 mi · Aurora
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and more with the whole family or group. For children of all ages and their caregivers.
12 Mount Prospect Public Library · 19.8 mi · Mount Prospect
Ages 0–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Best for ages 5 and younger with an adult. Feel free to show off your costume and come ready to read, sing, create, and play.
7 Geneva Public Library · 9.9 mi · Geneva
Ages 0–2 Storytime
At Baby Storytime, caregivers and their little ones will enjoy bounces, rhymes, stories and songs.
7 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.
13 Helen Plum Library · 18.4 mi · Lombard
Ages 1–5 Music & shows
Drop-in event recommended for children ages 1-5, with participating adult. Little monsters can drop in to show off their dance moves with props and a silly, spooky playlist.
6 Nichols Library · 19.3 mi · Naperville
Ages 5–12 Storytime
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities.
14 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.
8 Wheaton Public Library · 15.5 mi · Wheaton
Ages 1–5 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Ages 1-5 with caregiver Let's make art together! Wear something that can get a little messy and work on a project that you can take home. Registration required.
15 Wood Dale Public Library · 17.6 mi · Wood Dale
All ages Games & play Sign-up needed
For ages: 3–7 years with a caregiver
10 Addison Public Library · 17.7 mi · Addison
All ages Storytime Sign-up needed
Stories, songs & more! Geared toward ages birth-3 years old and their caregivers but all ages welcome. Limit 10 participants; please register for each session separately.
16 Ela Area Public Library · 16.6 mi · Lake Zurich
Ages 2–5 Family fun Sign-up needed
For kids ages 2-5 with an adult. Ela cardholders have priority registration. Non-Ela cardholders may be placed on the waitlist and notified by email.
12 Mount Prospect Public Library · 19.8 mi · Mount Prospect
Ages 0–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Best for ages 5 and younger with an adult. Feel free to show off your costume and come ready to read, sing, create, and play.
13 Helen Plum Library · 18.4 mi · Lombard
Ages 1–5 Music & shows
Drop-in event recommended for children ages 1-5, with participating adult. Little monsters can drop in to show off their dance moves with props and a silly, spooky playlist.
8 Wheaton Public Library · 15.5 mi · Wheaton
Ages 1–5 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Ages 1-5 with caregiver Let's make art together! Wear something that can get a little messy and work on a project that you can take home. Registration required.
17 Glen Ellyn Public Library · 16.3 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.
14 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.
16 Ela Area Public Library · 16.6 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.
9 Palatine Library Rand Road Branch · 17.6 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.
5 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 15.9 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.
12 Mount Prospect Public Library · 19.8 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!
5 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 15.9 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.
11 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.
2 Algonquin Area Public Library (Harnish) · 9.6 mi · Algonquin
All ages Family fun
The great pumpkin painting contest has arrived! Starting October 21st children can drop off a painted pumpkin at the Youth desk at the main library, or at the Eastgate Branch.
3 Crystal Lake Public Library · 14.9 mi · Crystal Lake
All ages Family fun
CLPL is Haunted! All Ages Friday, Oct. 24 - Friday, Oct. 31 All Day Adult Services Just in time for Halloween Calliope the CLPL Ghost has returned to haunt Adult Services!
4 126 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: Haunted Window Adult/Teen Take-and-Make: Paper Pumpkin
5 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 15.9 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.