4 Gail Borden Public Library · 15.5 mi · Elgin
Ages 3–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Caregivers must remain in the building, but do not need to attend the class. This is the first “on my own” library storytime for children. Registration required.
13 White Oak Library (Crest Hill) · 20 mi · Crest Hill
Ages 3–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
14 Helen Plum Library · 4.6 mi · Lombard
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Drop-in storytime for children birth-12 months, with participating adult. Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Meet other families as we sing, rhyme, and enjoy stories together.
15 Lisle Library District · 5 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.
30 Nichols Library · 6.7 mi · Naperville
Ages 5–12 Storytime
Join us for stories, simple poses, and mindfulness activities at this yoga-themed storytime. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel.
16 Downers Grove Public Library · 6.8 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..
17 Elmhurst Public Library · 8.6 mi · Elmhurst
Ages 3–5 Storytime
For ages 3-5 on their own. Preschoolers will enjoy stories, movement, and a hands-on activity to boost literacy skills in this on-my-own storytime.
44 Naper Boulevard Library · 9.1 mi · Naperville
Ages 5–12 Storytime
Preschoolers and their grownups are invited to bond and get creative together during a fun-filled session of stories and crafts!
18 Fountaindale Public Library · 11.6 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 Geneva Public Library · 11.6 mi · Geneva
Ages 0–2 Storytime
At Baby Storytime, caregivers and their little ones will enjoy bounces, rhymes, stories and songs.
28 95th Street Library · 11.8 mi · Naperville
Ages 2–3 Storytime
This fun, interactive program is designed especially for 2- and 3-year-olds and their grownups!
45 B.J. Ward Elementary School · 12.2 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Family fun
B.J. Ward Elementary School students and teachers can visit the Bookmobile to check out books and more. Please note, this stop is not open to the general public.
23 La Grange Public Library · 12.6 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.
19 White Oak Library (Romeoville) · 14.5 mi · Romeoville
Ages 1–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
Journey into a world of imagination with Toddler Time! Colorful storytelling, interactive activities, and delightful rhymes will foster a love for books and learning.
20 Mount Prospect Public Library · 16.5 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…
3 Park Ridge Public Library · 17.4 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.
13 White Oak Library (Crest Hill) · 20 mi · Crest Hill
Ages 3–5 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
10 Glen Ellyn Public Library · 1.9 mi · Glen Ellyn
All ages Games & play
22 Addison Public Library · 7.5 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.
5 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 10.7 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.
11 Geneva Public Library · 11.6 mi · Geneva
Ages 0–2 Storytime
At Baby Storytime, caregivers and their little ones will enjoy bounces, rhymes, stories and songs.
24 Aurora Public Library Santori Library · 13.3 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.
7 Gail Borden Library South Elgin Branch · 14.1 mi · South Elgin
Ages 0–5 Games & play
Children 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy some fun indoor play.
19 White Oak Library (Romeoville) · 14.5 mi · Romeoville
Ages 1–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
Show off your arts and craft skills and enjoy a simple craft after our Toddler Time Storytime.
33 River Forest Public Library · 15.1 mi · River Forest
Ages 1–3 Storytime
Join us for stories, music, and movement. For children ages 18 months-3 with a caregiver.
4 Gail Borden Public Library · 15.5 mi · Elgin
All ages Music & shows
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
4 Gail Borden Public Library · 15.5 mi · Elgin
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 years with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. No registration required. Drop-in!
31 Oak Park Public Library (Main) · 16 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.
2 Des Plaines Public Library · 16.6 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.
46 Palatine Library Rand Road Branch · 19.1 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.
23 La Grange Public Library · 12.6 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.
21 White Oak Library (Lockport) · 19.1 mi · Lockport
Ages 1–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
Journey into a world of imagination with Toddler Time! Colorful storytelling, interactive activities, and delightful rhymes will foster a love for books and learning.
14 Helen Plum Library · 4.6 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.
15 Lisle Library District · 5 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.
30 Nichols Library · 6.7 mi · Naperville
Ages 5–12 Storytime
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities.
16 Downers Grove Public Library · 6.8 mi · Downers Grove
Ages 3–5 Storytime
Geared towards preschoolers ages 3 - 5, younger siblings welcome. All children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
44 Naper Boulevard Library · 9.1 mi · Naperville
Ages 5–12 Storytime
Celebrate all year long at Celebration Storytime! Each session highlights a different special day.
11 Geneva Public Library · 11.6 mi · Geneva
Ages 0–2 Storytime
At Baby Storytime, caregivers and their little ones will enjoy bounces, rhymes, stories and songs.
11 Geneva Public Library · 11.6 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.
18 Fountaindale Public Library · 11.6 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promote literacy and discovery for all ages!
28 95th Street Library · 11.8 mi · Naperville
Ages 5–12 Storytime Sign-up needed
Preschoolers and their grownups are invited to bond and get creative together during a fun-filled session of stories and crafts!
20 Mount Prospect Public Library · 16.5 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!
2 Des Plaines Public Library · 16.6 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.
3 Park Ridge Public Library · 17.4 mi · Park Ridge
All ages Storytime
Drop in. Disfrute de un espacio de cuentos bilingüe con canciones, cuentos y otras actividades.
13 White Oak Library (Crest Hill) · 20 mi · Crest Hill
All ages Music & shows Sign-up needed
21 White Oak Library (Lockport) · 19.1 mi · Lockport
All ages Games & play
After Toddler Time, "Stay and Play" in our toddler area. Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary. All ages invited.
6 Wood Dale Public Library · 9.9 mi · Wood Dale
Ages 3–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
For ages: 3–6 years with a caregiver
19 White Oak Library (Romeoville) · 14.5 mi · Romeoville
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.
47 Palatine Library North Hoffman Branch · 15.5 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.
42 Dunning, Chicago Public Library · 15.8 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join the fun at story time! We share songs, rhymes and books. Half an hour of story time is followed by half an hour of play. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
48 Clearing, Chicago Public Library · 17.7 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join us for story time especially for our littlest patrons! We share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
49 Portage-Cragin, Chicago Public Library · 18.8 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join us for English and Spanish story time filled with books, songs, movement and more! Stay after for a fun craft or playtime. For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
50 Archer Park · 19.5 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Meet Ms. Marissa from the Archer Heights Branch at Archer Park for a morning of stories, songs and play! For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
13 White Oak Library (Crest Hill) · 20 mi · Crest Hill
All ages Games & play
After Music in Motion, Stay and Play with us! Make new friends and meet other families from the Community! No registration necessary.
22 Addison Public Library · 7.5 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.
18 Fountaindale Public Library · 11.6 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promote literacy and discovery for all ages!
32 Legler Regional, Chicago Public Library · 19.6 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts
Come see if you can complete a LEGO® challenge or just let your imagination run wild. We're excited to see what you create! For ages 6 and up.
51 Annerino Community Center · 12.2 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Family fun
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
23 La Grange Public Library · 12.6 mi · La Grange
Ages 5–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
Join us for a series of three food preparation lessons on how leavening agents work in baking. All attendees will measure, cut, mix and work together to enjoy the final products.
33 River Forest Public Library · 15.1 mi · River Forest
Ages 5–7 Storytime Sign-up needed
Come explore different cuisines by listening to a story and creating tasty recipes and then sampling your creations! For grades K-1 with a caregiver. Registration is required.
15 Lisle Library District · 5 mi · Lisle
Ages 4–6 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Join us for fun process-oriented art and flex your creative muscles. For ages 4-6 in kindergarten. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required.
44 Naper Boulevard Library · 9.1 mi · Naperville
Ages 9–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Get ready to roll as you create colorful creations out of paper strips! For grades 4-8. No registration is required, but space is limited to the first 20 participants.
4 Gail Borden Public Library · 15.5 mi · Elgin
Ages 5–11 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Please register each child SEPARATELY. Gustav Klimt was a famous Austrian artist who loved gold leaf, patterns, fashion- and CATS!
31 Oak Park Public Library (Main) · 16 mi · Oak Park
Ages 3–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
Try out a new app, play a favorite game, share with a friend or by play yourself. Kids will play on Children's Services iPad in the storytime room. For Kids in grades PK-5.
2 Des Plaines Public Library · 16.6 mi · Des Plaines
Ages 9–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
Come to this taste-test to try different and unusual foods, you will be surprised by what awaits you. Please be conscious of food allergies. For ages 9-12.
49 Portage-Cragin, Chicago Public Library · 18.8 mi · Chicago
Ages 0–5 Storytime
Join us for English and Spanish story time filled with books, songs, movement and more! Stay after for a fun craft or playtime. For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
5 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 10.7 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 5–11 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Registering for this session will sign you up for November 5, November 12, and November 19.
28 95th Street Library · 11.8 mi · Naperville
Ages 3–5 Storytime
Spark curiosity and creativity as we explore STEAM topics (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) through stories, songs, and hands-on activities!
19 White Oak Library (Romeoville) · 14.5 mi · Romeoville
All ages Festivals Sign-up needed
Join us as we celebrate Diwali at the library! There will be fun activities for all who attend, a delicious snack, music, and games!
52 First Presbyterian Church of DuPage · 12.2 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Family fun
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
27 Cicero Public Library · 18.1 mi · Cicero
All ages Family fun
Register at Brookfield Zoo's ZAP website
41 Roden, Chicago Public Library · 18.1 mi · Chicago
Ages 6–12 Family fun
Join us for a monthly book club. Please stop by the library for a copy of Miss Daisy Is Crazy! or place a copy on hold at your preferred location. For children 8 years and older.
30 Nichols Library · 6.7 mi · Naperville
Ages 6–11 Games & play
CHAR-meander over to the Library and join fellow trainers to play, chat, and share your love for all things Pokémon!
5 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 10.7 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 11–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Get your home ready for Thanksgiving! Join us to craft a custom wooden turkey door hanger using pre-cut Cricut vinyl stencils and overlays to bring your festive bird to life.
20 Mount Prospect Public Library · 16.5 mi · Mount Prospect
Ages 0–11 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Strictly for grades 3-5. Using simple supplies, we'll work to create light up paper cards and other items. This program is great for learning basic circuit principles.
13 White Oak Library (Crest Hill) · 20 mi · Crest Hill
Ages 5–12 Family fun
5 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 10.7 mi · Elk Grove Village
Ages 7–12 Storytime
An opportunity for kids to read in a positive, non-threatening environment that encourages the love of reading by partnering with a therapy dog.
18 Fountaindale Public Library · 11.6 mi · Bolingbrook
All ages Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promote literacy and discovery for all ages!
21 White Oak Library (Lockport) · 19.1 mi · Lockport
Ages 5–12 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Do you wonder why things fall down and other things balance, or why water sometimes makes droplets and other times puddles?
16 Downers Grove Public Library · 6.8 mi · Downers Grove
All ages Science & STEM Sign-up needed
We’ll display your creations in the Kids Room. For children of all ages accompanied by an adult.
5 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 10.7 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!
5 Elk Grove Village Public Library · 10.7 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…