5 Des Plaines Public Library · 10.3 mi · Des Plaines
All ages Family fun
For more information, please contact Oakton College at 847-635-1426
30 La Grange Public Library · 7.1 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.
23 Downers Grove Public Library · 8 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.
24 Lisle Library District · 9.4 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.
4 Park Ridge Public Library · 9.8 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!
33 Indian Prairie Public Library · 9.8 mi · Darien
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Adults & teens. Create ornament on aluminum using color, images, and text. IPPL cardholder exclusive.
25 Mount Prospect Public Library · 11.6 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…
25 Mount Prospect Public Library · 11.6 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.
26 Glenview Public Library · 14 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.
56 Sulzer Regional, Chicago Public Library · 14.1 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.
27 Fountaindale Public Library · 15.5 mi · Bolingbrook
Ages 0–1 Storytime
Join us for a bouncy, fun time filled with stories, songs and rhymes for babies ages 0–18 months and their caregivers.
11 Wilmette Public Library · 17.1 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.
13 Evergreen Park Public Library · 17.5 mi · Evergreen Park
Ages 1–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
Toddler Time is an interactive storytime program for children ages 18-35 months and their adult caregivers. There is no Toddler Time on November 24. Please register.
28 White Oak Library (Romeoville) · 18.3 mi · Romeoville
Ages 3–5 Family fun Sign-up needed
Start your day with stories that have a bite with this furry, scaled or finned storytime!
21 Geneva Public Library · 19.8 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.
15 Glen Ellyn Public Library · 6.7 mi · Glen Ellyn
All ages Games & play
58 River Forest Public Library · 6.7 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.
48 Oak Park Public Library (Main) · 7.6 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.
3 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 7.9 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!
5 Des Plaines Public Library · 10.3 mi · Des Plaines
Ages 1–3 Storytime
Ages 18-36 months. Drop-in at the Poet Tree Corner on the second floor. Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and more at Toddler Storytime! No registration required.
32 Palatine Public Library (Main) · 16.2 mi · Palatine
Ages 3–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Tuesdays, 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. Ages 3 - 5
11 Wilmette Public Library · 17.1 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.
14 Orland Park Public Library · 19.8 mi · Orland Park
Ages 1–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
We will have fun as we read, sing, and play together to build early literacy skills.
30 La Grange Public Library · 7.1 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.
33 Indian Prairie Public Library · 9.8 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.
23 Downers Grove Public Library · 8 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.
24 Lisle Library District · 9.4 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.
4 Park Ridge Public Library · 9.8 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.
5 Des Plaines Public Library · 10.3 mi · Des Plaines
Ages 1–3 Games & play
Join us in the Program Room after Toddler Time for some play time! Ages 18-36 months. No registration required.
25 Mount Prospect Public Library · 11.6 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!
26 Glenview Public Library · 14 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.
56 Sulzer Regional, Chicago Public Library · 14.1 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Join our children's librarians for this special 25-minute story time for babies and their caregivers.
56 Sulzer Regional, Chicago Public Library · 14.1 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.
27 Fountaindale Public Library · 15.5 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promote literacy and discovery for all ages!
12 Main Library · 17.1 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.
28 White Oak Library (Romeoville) · 18.3 mi · Romeoville
Ages 2–5 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Explore your creative side with Painting Pals, where we will explore/experience a new way of painting each week! This program is intended for those age 2-5 with a caregiver.
59 Beverly, Chicago Public Library · 18.6 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join Ms. Izabel for stories, songs, rhymes and play activities! For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. How to Attend Register to receive an email reminder.
57 Blackstone, Chicago Public Library · 19.3 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–1 Storytime
Enjoy songs, rhymes and books with your baby to develop language skills and a love of reading. For children 0 to 18 months with a caregiver.
21 Geneva Public Library · 19.8 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.
2 Wood Dale Public Library · 5.5 mi · Wood Dale
Ages 1–5 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
For ages: 3–5 years with a caregiver
48 Oak Park Public Library (Main) · 7.6 mi · Oak Park
Ages 0–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
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60 Chicago Bee, Chicago Public Library · 17.1 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.
27 Fountaindale Public Library · 15.5 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promote literacy and discovery for all ages!
61 Mount Prospect Public Library South Branch · 9.5 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.
26 Glenview Public Library · 14 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 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 7.9 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!
25 Mount Prospect Public Library · 11.6 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.
52 Skokie Public Library · 13 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.
27 Fountaindale Public Library · 15.5 mi · Bolingbrook
Ages 3–5 Music & shows
Join us for a royal dance party and more playful activities! Fancy outfits are encouraged. (Ages 3–5 with an adult)
23 Downers Grove Public Library · 8 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.
43 Budlong Woods, Chicago Public Library · 14 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…
11 Wilmette Public Library · 17.1 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.
52 Skokie Public Library · 13 mi · Skokie
Ages 5–12 Family fun
Learn about amazing Indigenous characters featured in award-winning books while making crafts and doing activities.
62 Canaryville, Chicago Public Library · 16.6 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.
30 La Grange Public Library · 7.1 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?
17 Harold Washington Library Center · 16.3 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.
15 Glen Ellyn Public Library · 6.7 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.
31 Wheaton Public Library · 8.6 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.
4 Park Ridge Public Library · 9.8 mi · Park Ridge
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Registration opens 3 weeks before the program.
11 Wilmette Public Library · 17.1 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.
63 Kelly, Chicago Public Library · 17.8 mi · Chicago
Ages 10–12 Science & STEM
Calling all teens and tweens! Grab your friends, bring your best moves, and show off your creativity at our biweekly TikTok challenge event!
14 Orland Park Public Library · 19.8 mi · Orland Park
Ages 5–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
Kids, grab your grownups and celebrate One Book, One Orland with a hands-on activity and book discussion about A Wolf Called Wander by Rosanne Parry.
21 Geneva Public Library · 19.8 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…
3 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 7.9 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.
56 Sulzer Regional, Chicago Public Library · 14.1 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.
27 Fountaindale Public Library · 15.5 mi · Bolingbrook
Ages 5–11 Arts & crafts
Color a beautiful mandala design in this drop-in program for families. (Grades K–5 with an adult)
20 Indian Trails Public Library · 16.2 mi · Wheeling
All ages Family fun Sign-up needed
R = Registration required.
60 Chicago Bee, Chicago Public Library · 17.1 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.
11 Wilmette Public Library · 17.1 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.
28 White Oak Library (Romeoville) · 18.3 mi · Romeoville
Ages 8–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
In Crafting Club, we will be exploring all different crafts! Want to learn the basics of crochet? Make miniatures out of airdry clay? Use LEGOs to make prints?
44 Little Village, Chicago Public Library · 12.8 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.
10 Chicago Lawn, Chicago Public Library · 14.8 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Family fun
Join us for an early reader book club designed for students in grades 1 to 3! We read the book together, talk about the book and do an activity related to the book.
6 Scottsdale, Chicago Public Library · 15.3 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
We supply the bricks. Just bring a ton of imagination and get ready to build. The sky's the limit! For kids 6 and up.
64 Ashburys at Boughton Ridge · 16.8 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Family fun
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, return your borrowed materials and to pick up your holds.
2 Wood Dale Public Library · 5.5 mi · Wood Dale
All ages Music & shows Sign-up needed
For ages: 5 and up with a caregiver
25 Mount Prospect Public Library · 11.6 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!
65 Brighton Park, Chicago Public Library · 13.7 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.
38 Gage Park, Chicago Public Library · 14.8 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…
27 Fountaindale Public Library · 15.5 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Storytime Sign-up needed
Enjoy a welcoming and sensory-friendly storytime for children with autism, neurodivergence and physical disabilities.
13 Evergreen Park Public Library · 17.5 mi · Evergreen Park
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Drop in to try out reverse coloring! Reverse coloring is a mindful art activity where the colors are already on the page and you draw the lines.
29 Addison Public Library · 3.5 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.
3 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 7.9 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!
3 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 7.9 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…
23 Downers Grove Public Library · 8 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.