68 Chick-fil-A · 15.4 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Family fun
Visit the Bookmobile at Chick-fil-A to check out books, movies, video games and more! You can also pick up your holds and return borrowed items.
2 White Oak Library (Crest Hill) · 15.1 mi · Crest Hill
Ages 0–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
Babies will build the foundations for early literacy with soft songs, simple stories, rhymes, and discovery!
3 Evergreen Park Public Library · 10 mi · Evergreen Park
Ages 1–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
Toddler Time is an interactive story time program for children ages 18-35 months and their adult caregivers. There is no Toddler Time on November 25. Please register.
14 White Oak Library (Lockport) · 12.1 mi · Lockport
All ages Games & play Sign-up needed
Dive into a world of textures, colors, and engaging experiences designed to stimulate young minds and encourage exploration.
4 White Oak Library (Romeoville) · 13.6 mi · Romeoville
Ages 2–5 Family fun Sign-up needed
Explore monthly topics through books, rhymes, and crafts each week at this story time made for little learners! For the month of November we will be focusing on community helpers.
59 La Grange Public Library · 14 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 Fountaindale Public Library · 14.4 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.
69 Primrose School · 15.4 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Family fun
Outreach staff will deliver and pick up borrowed library materials. Please note, this visit is not open to the general public.
6 Downers Grove Public Library · 15.8 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.
41 Lisle Library District · 17.8 mi · Lisle
Ages 2–12 Storytime Sign-up needed
Interact with engaging books, songs, and games to build a growing love for language. For ages 2+. Registration required.
8 Joliet Public Library Black Road Branch · 17.9 mi · Joliet
Ages 0–2 Storytime
2 White Oak Library (Crest Hill) · 15.1 mi · Crest Hill
All ages Games & play
After Bounce & Rhyme Storytime, Stay & Play with us! Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary.
9 Tinley Park Public Library · 3.5 mi · Tinley Park
Ages 1–3 Storytime
Toddlers with adult(s): Build early literacy skills through stories, fingerplays, songs, and more. Drop-in event.
12 Oak Park Public Library (Main) · 19.1 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.
13 Indian Prairie Public Library · 12 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.
14 White Oak Library (Lockport) · 12.1 mi · Lockport
Ages 3–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Join us for adventure at Preschool Storytime. Designed to spark curiosity and foster a love of reading, our interactive program blends stories, songs, and fun activities while…
59 La Grange Public Library · 14 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.
70 IKEA · 15.4 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Storytime Sign-up needed
Registration for this event opens at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, October 21st. Register at fountaindale.org/ikea or in person at each event.
10 Homewood Public Library · 8.9 mi · Homewood
Ages 0–7 Storytime Sign-up needed
Read, Rock n' Rhyme storytime is a program designed for ages 0 to 7 years old. It's time to get up and dance, shake, and wiggle as we share stories, songs, rhymes, and more!
55 Scottsdale, Chicago Public Library · 10.8 mi · Chicago
Ages 1–3 Storytime
Story time featuring stories, nursery rhymes, puppets and songs. Includes open play time with blocks, puzzles, puppets and other educational toys. For children 18 months to 5.
65 Woodson Regional, Chicago Public Library · 12.1 mi · Chicago
Ages 3–5 Storytime
Join us as we learn about the elements of art through stories and guided art projects. We're practicing milestone fine motor skills with paint, glue, scissors and more!
4 White Oak Library (Romeoville) · 13.6 mi · Romeoville
Ages 0–5 Music & shows Sign-up needed
Music in Motion is a musical journey filled with catchy tunes, dancing, and hands-on instrument exploration.
5 Fountaindale Public Library · 14.4 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promote literacy and discovery for all ages!
60 Hegewisch, Chicago Public Library · 14.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 1–3 Games & play
Open play with building blocks and other age-appropriate building toys. Come to the library for unguided play time. For toddlers and their caregivers.
2 White Oak Library (Crest Hill) · 15.1 mi · Crest Hill
Ages 1–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
71 Best Buy · 15.4 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Family fun
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
6 Downers Grove Public Library · 15.8 mi · Downers Grove
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Older 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..
61 Daley, Richard J.-Bridgeport, Chicago Public Library · 17.8 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?
41 Lisle Library District · 17.8 mi · Lisle
All ages Storytime Sign-up needed
Storytime fun for little ones on the move! Join us for songs, books, and play. For walking children up to 2 years old. Registration required.
12 Oak Park Public Library (Main) · 19.1 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.
14 White Oak Library (Lockport) · 12.1 mi · Lockport
All ages Games & play
After Preschool Storytime, "Stay and Play" in our toddler area. Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages invited.
9 Tinley Park Public Library · 3.5 mi · Tinley Park
Ages 3–5 Storytime
Preschoolers with adult(s): Designed to promote early literacy and fine motor skills for preschoolers. Drop-in event.
4 White Oak Library (Romeoville) · 13.6 mi · Romeoville
All ages Games & play
"Stay and Play" in our program area. Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages invited.
28 Gage Park, Chicago Public Library · 14.2 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Even our very youngest library patrons love story time! Come to the library for a gentle story time of songs, rhymes and stories aimed at babies 0 to 18 months and an engaged…
2 White Oak Library (Crest Hill) · 15.1 mi · Crest Hill
All ages Games & play
After Todder Time, Stay & Play with us! Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary.
67 Brighton Park, Chicago Public Library · 15.4 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!
72 Grano Panaderia and Cafe · 15.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join the Back of the Yards staff for a fun, bilingual story time at Grano Panaderia and Cafe!
5 Fountaindale Public Library · 14.4 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promote literacy and discovery for all ages!
6 Downers Grove Public Library · 15.8 mi · Downers Grove
All ages Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Dress for messy! The same class is offered twice each month. Register for only one. Children must attend with an adult caregiver. Group limit: 12 pairs.
26 Beverly, Chicago Public Library · 10.9 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Interested in joining Fiber Art "Commuknity" to meet like mind individuals and share your work come to the Beverly branch each Wednesday?
59 La Grange Public Library · 14 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!
59 La Grange Public Library · 14 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.
21 Chinatown, Chicago Public Library · 19.4 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.
44 River Forest Public Library · 19.4 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.
73 West Pullman, Chicago Public Library · 10.4 mi · Chicago
Ages 5–12 Nature & outdoors
5-12 year olds visited the branch Attendance: 12
26 Beverly, Chicago Public Library · 10.9 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Family fun
Curious what it might really feel like to grow up on Mars? Join us for a one-of-a-kind book club exploring science fiction, real-world space science and just plain fun…
13 Indian Prairie Public Library · 12 mi · Darien
Ages 9–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
For grades 4–6. Get a mini dinosaur figure then design and create a landscape for it to live in.
57 Chicago Lawn, Chicago Public Library · 13.3 mi · Chicago
Ages 3–12 Arts & crafts
Families can come together and play with board games, puzzles and create small crafts.
28 Gage Park, Chicago Public Library · 14.2 mi · Chicago
Ages 3–12 Arts & crafts
Unlock your creativity with the art of collaging! Make a collage to decorate your wall, be the author of your own collage zine, or customize objects like notebooks, pencil holders…
40 Back of the Yards, Chicago Public Library · 15.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Learn how to make a reversible cup sleeve in this fun sewing class. For kids ages 6 and up. This event takes place in person and no registration is needed.
6 Downers Grove Public Library · 15.8 mi · Downers Grove
All ages Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Dress for messy! The same class is offered twice each month. Register for only one. Children must attend with an adult caregiver. Group limit: 12 pairs.
53 South Chicago, Chicago Public Library · 16.4 mi · Chicago
Ages 10–12 Arts & crafts
Create a unique mini mural using sticker paper and acrylic markers. Supplies are limited. For tweens and teens 10 to 19.
38 Cicero Public Library · 16.9 mi · Cicero
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts
Please call 708-652-8084 ext. 7
41 Lisle Library District · 17.8 mi · Lisle
Ages 5–10 Family fun Sign-up needed
Pokémon fans unite! Come for Pokémon-themed games and crafts. For Grades K – 4. Registration required.
12 Oak Park Public Library (Main) · 19.1 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!
21 Chinatown, Chicago Public Library · 19.4 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!
74 Mount Greenwood, Chicago Public Library · 8.5 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Family fun
Just beginning to read? Pick up a copy of Fly Guy's Big Family by Tedd Arnold at the front desk. Read the story and then join us for a fun discussion and activities.
65 Woodson Regional, Chicago Public Library · 12.1 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Family fun
Read with us! Each child has their own book in this shared reading experience enhanced with literacy games and crafts. For beginning readers and their caregivers.
65 Woodson Regional, Chicago Public Library · 12.1 mi · Chicago
Ages 7–12 Science & STEM
Help grow our Woodson Readers' Garden and try your hand at garden-related science activities. For kids 7 to 12. Younger children welcome with caregiver supervision.
5 Fountaindale Public Library · 14.4 mi · Bolingbrook
Ages 9–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Application Information Due to high demand, interested patrons are required to apply for a spot in the 2026 Start-Up Academy and Market.
50 Obama Presidential Center, Chicago Public Library · 17.2 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Family fun
Discover your creativity at The Artist’s Studio in the Library! Join us for family-friendly art activities and explore work by new artists.
8 Joliet Public Library Black Road Branch · 17.9 mi · Joliet
Ages 5–12 Games & play
(Ages 5 and up with adult) The library will supply Lego™ bricks for free play and the occasional challenge! Are you up for it?
10 Homewood Public Library · 8.9 mi · Homewood
All ages Family fun Sign-up needed
Pokémon trading and card game! Bring your battle decks, doubles, and extras to the library to battle and trade with other collectors!
4 White Oak Library (Romeoville) · 13.6 mi · Romeoville
Ages 1–3 Family fun Sign-up needed
Learn some yoga with your little ones and join us for a relaxing evening at the library! Please register both adult and child. This program is geared towards those age 1-3 years.
19 Canaryville, Chicago Public Library · 17 mi · Chicago
Ages 3–12 Arts & crafts
Love building different objects and making your imagination come to life? If so, join us for some open play time with our collection of LEGO bricks!
14 White Oak Library (Lockport) · 12.1 mi · Lockport
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Once a month come and take a load off with the whole family! Grab a table, grab a cup, and sit down and enjoy some family time creating art together!
22 Thurgood Marshall, Chicago Public Library · 13.4 mi · Chicago
Ages 3–12 Arts & crafts
Join us for a fun hour of games, crafts, activities and surprises. Each session offers something new, giving kids a chance to play, create and connect with friends at the library.
9 Tinley Park Public Library · 3.5 mi · Tinley Park
Ages 2–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
Ages 2-3 years with adult(s): Join us for some fun orange-themed activities, stories, songs, and crafts. Signup required.