2 Park Ridge Public Library · 4.7 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!
18 Mount Prospect Public Library · 5.2 mi · Mount Prospect
Ages 0–3 Storytime
Best for walkers ages 3 and younger with an adult. We'll share stories, songs, and simple games that inspire toddlers to explore and discover the world around them.
37 Skokie Public Library · 5.3 mi · Skokie
Ages 0–1 Storytime
Bond with your baby and meet other caregivers. We will introduce babies to the joys of movement, books, and song, and begin to build their early learning skills.
6 Wilmette Public Library · 6.5 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.
15 Vernon Area Public Library · 9.8 mi · Lincolnshire
Ages 0–1 Storytime
Ages 0-14 months. Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Grow your baby's brain with songs, rhymes, and books with Miss Kelsey.
4 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 10.3 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 0–5 Storytime
This weekly storytime is recommended for 2, 3, and 4 year-olds, but siblings are also welcome! Each week we will practice early literacy skills using stories, songs, and a project.
42 Aspen Drive Library · 13 mi · Vernon Hills
Ages 0–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
REGISTERED PROGRAM. Registration opens September 28, at 4 pm. Register children individually. Registration is limited to one child per adult, only registered children may attend.
19 Elmhurst Public Library · 13.6 mi · Elmhurst
All ages Storytime
Infants - age 2 w/ adult. Rhymes, simple stories, and musical activities engage little ones and foster emerging language skills.
22 Helen Plum Library · 16.7 mi · Lombard
All ages Storytime
Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime is for the whole family to enjoy.
25 La Grange Public Library · 18.5 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.
5 Des Plaines Public Library · 3.7 mi · Des Plaines
Ages 0–2 Family fun
For children ages birth through 24 months with a parent/caregiver. Activities include sing-alongs, story time, and group discussion.
6 Wilmette Public Library · 6.5 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.
23 Palatine Public Library (Main) · 10.7 mi · Palatine
Ages 1–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs. Ages 1 - 2 with parent/caregiver. Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date.
36 Oak Park Public Library (Main) · 13.2 mi · Oak Park
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Music and movement are paired in this big, joyful storytime designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and children up to age 5.
10 Glen Ellyn Public Library · 18.5 mi · Glen Ellyn
All ages Games & play
45 Jefferson Park, Chicago Public Library · 8.5 mi · Chicago
Ages 3–5 Storytime
Join us for this preschool story time tailored for you and your preschooler. We share songs, rhymes and books, plus an activity or craft. For kids 3 to 5 and their caregivers.
25 La Grange Public Library · 18.5 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.
35 Northbrook Public Library · 3.7 mi · Northbrook
Ages 0–5 Music & shows
Children will have a blast as they sing and dance to songs performed on a variety of instruments by Teacher Dan.
2 Park Ridge Public Library · 4.7 mi · Park Ridge
Ages 3–5 Storytime
Drop in. Join us for stories in all shapes and sizes that are sure to engage and entertain your preschoolers.
18 Mount Prospect Public Library · 5.2 mi · Mount Prospect
Ages 0–3 Storytime
Best for walkers ages 3 and younger with an adult. We'll share stories, songs, and simple games that inspire toddlers to explore and discover the world around them.
37 Skokie Public Library · 5.3 mi · Skokie
Ages 1–1 Storytime
Fun stories, rhymes, and songs for toddlers build a love of books and reading. For age 12-23 months with an adult. Space is limited.
46 Roden, Chicago Public Library · 6.3 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join us at the library for a fun time while enhancing your reading skills through stories, songs and playtime. For ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver.
4 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 10.3 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 0–5 Storytime
This weekly storytime is recommended for 2, 3, and 4 year-olds, but siblings are also welcome! Each week we will practice early literacy skills using stories, songs, and a project.
3 Wood Dale Public Library · 10.3 mi · Wood Dale
Ages 1–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
For ages: 2–4 years with a caregiver
47 Independence, Chicago Public Library · 10.4 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join our story time, especially for our littlest patrons. We share songs, rhymes and books, then stay to play afterward. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
9 North Pulaski, Chicago Public Library · 12.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Arts & crafts
Drop in for open play featuring a mix of activities and social time for kids and their caregivers. For children 0 to 5 and their families.
36 Oak Park Public Library (Main) · 13.2 mi · Oak Park
Ages 0–5 Games & play
Storytime's over, but the fun continues in the Veterans Room! Play, chat, dance - there's room for all, whether or not you made it to storytime today.
48 West Loop, Chicago Public Library · 16.3 mi · Chicago
Ages 1–5 Storytime
Join Miss Evelyn for an interactive story time especially for tots and toddlers! We will share songs, rhymes and books, plus a simple take-home activity.
22 Helen Plum Library · 16.7 mi · Lombard
Ages 1–3 Storytime
Drop-in storytime for children ages 1-2, with participating adult. Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime.
29 Daley, Richard J.-Bridgeport, Chicago Public Library · 19.6 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Arts & crafts
Grab a friend and head over to play with blocks at the library! For kids 0 to 5. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event?
44 Brighton Park, Chicago Public Library · 19.4 mi · Chicago
Ages 1–3 Storytime
Start your day at the library with this active story time geared towards toddlers! We sing songs, read stories and do fun activities to build early literacy skills!
45 Jefferson Park, Chicago Public Library · 8.5 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Join us for this story time tailored for you and your baby or toddler. We share songs, rhymes and books. For children birth to 3 years and their caregivers.
48 West Loop, Chicago Public Library · 16.3 mi · Chicago
Ages 1–5 Storytime
Join Miss Evelyn for an interactive story time especially for tots and toddlers! We will share songs, rhymes and books, plus a simple take-home activity.
5 Des Plaines Public Library · 3.7 mi · Des Plaines
Ages 3–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Ages 3-5, but all are welcome. Storytime is a fun and play-filled way to foster a lifelong love of reading and help children get ready for school.
26 Robert Crown Branch Library · 7.6 mi · Evanston
All ages Storytime
Join us for a fun session of stories and songs at the Robert Crown Branch with our very special guest from Drag Story Hour Chicago! Mrs.
8 Main Library · 8.2 mi · Evanston
Ages 3–5 Storytime
A special storytime for children ages 3-5 who are ready to attend a story program without parents and younger siblings.
25 La Grange Public Library · 18.5 mi · La Grange
Ages 9–12 Family fun
Welcome all tweens and teens! Wednesdays after school, drop by the Dierkes room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, enjoy snacks and more!
25 La Grange Public Library · 18.5 mi · La Grange
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts
Calling all artists! Stop by the Library and create an original piece of art using a variety of materials set out for self-directed creativity.
49 Chinatown, Chicago Public Library · 18.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 10–12 Arts & crafts
Calling all tweens! Come to the Chinatown Community Room after school and experience all YOUmedia has to offer.
50 Dunning, Chicago Public Library · 9.4 mi · Chicago
Ages 10–11 Arts & crafts
We have various video games and activities including Smash Bros, Minecraft, Mario Kart, air hockey, foosball and so much more! For kids in grades 3 to 5.
9 North Pulaski, Chicago Public Library · 12.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Come enjoy a variety of activities including arts, crafts, music and games. For kids aged 6 to 13. How to Attend Register by the start of the event.
41 River Forest Public Library · 12.9 mi · River Forest
Ages 5–10 Storytime Sign-up needed
Listen to a story and do creative extension activities like crafts, games, and storytelling. Registration is required. Grades K-4.
14 Indian Trails Public Library · 6.8 mi · Wheeling
All ages Family fun Sign-up needed
R = Registration required.
51 West Belmont, Chicago Public Library · 10.1 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Family fun
Kids in first, second and third grade are invited to join us for their own after-school early literacy club. We read a book together and then join in theme-related activities.
36 Oak Park Public Library (Main) · 13.2 mi · Oak Park
Ages 5–8 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
This month we'll have fun playing with our new Indi sphero robots while building sequencing, problem-solving, logic and collaboration skills along the way!
28 Cicero Public Library · 16.2 mi · Cicero
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts
Please call 708-652-8084 ext. 7
10 Glen Ellyn Public Library · 18.5 mi · Glen Ellyn
All ages Science & STEM Sign-up needed
49 Chinatown, Chicago Public Library · 18.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Do you like building different objects and making your imagination come to life? If so, drop in for some design challenges and open play time with our collection of LEGO® bricks!
18 Mount Prospect Public Library · 5.2 mi · Mount Prospect
Ages 6–11 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Best for ages 6-11. Karla Arenas Valenti's books thrill (and sometimes chill) with page-turning stories of daring, dangerous quests.
45 Jefferson Park, Chicago Public Library · 8.5 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Do you like building different objects and making your imagination come to life? If so, drop in for some open play time with our collection of LEGO bricks!
15 Vernon Area Public Library · 9.8 mi · Lincolnshire
Ages 5–8 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Grades K-2 with an adult. Miss Jane will lead you in a few art and craft exercises and a guided meditation.
3 Wood Dale Public Library · 10.3 mi · Wood Dale
All ages Science & STEM Sign-up needed
For ages: 6–11 years
23 Palatine Public Library (Main) · 10.7 mi · Palatine
Ages 5–12 Games & play Sign-up needed
Learn the game of chess under the guidance of an experienced chess coach. All skill levels welcome. For kids and teens. Sign up begins 10/21.
20 Ela Area Public Library · 15.2 mi · Lake Zurich
Ages 5–11 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
For unaccompanied children in grades K-5. An adult must remain in the building while their children age 10 and under are attending a program.
10 Glen Ellyn Public Library · 18.5 mi · Glen Ellyn
All ages Science & STEM Sign-up needed
17 Waukegan Public Library · 19.6 mi · Waukegan
All ages Festivals
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, hear the stories of the Potawatomi people and learn about their traditions. Presented by Lake County Forest Preserve District.
18 Mount Prospect Public Library · 5.2 mi · Mount Prospect
Ages 6–11 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Best for ages 6-11. Karla Arenas Valenti's books thrill (and sometimes chill) with page-turning stories of daring, dangerous quests.
4 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 10.3 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 0–11 Storytime Sign-up needed
Required registration is limited to EGVPL cardholders and begins Friday, October 16, 9 AM.
5 Des Plaines Public Library · 3.7 mi · Des Plaines
Ages 2–7 Storytime Sign-up needed
Best for families with children ages 2-7, but all are welcome. Storytimes help build a lifelong love of books and reading.
14 Indian Trails Public Library · 6.8 mi · Wheeling
All ages Family fun Sign-up needed
R = Registration required.
14 Indian Trails Public Library · 6.8 mi · Wheeling
All ages Games & play
The Board of Trustees meet for its monthly workshop and planning session. This meeting is open to the public. The agenda is posted two days prior to the meeting.
15 Vernon Area Public Library · 9.8 mi · Lincolnshire
Ages 8–11 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Grades 3-5. Miss Jane will lead you in a few art and craft exercises and a guided meditation. This program is free and open to all children in grades 3-5. Signup is required.
4 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 10.3 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!
4 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 10.3 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…