Event List

We will learn about spices from the Indian subcontinent and explore botany and chemistry in the kitchen

For kids age 5-10. Children younger than eight must be accompanied by an adult. Free tickets will be given to all who attend.

Read books, do an activity, and have fun in English and Hebrew during this bilingual storytime with local author Arianna Brooks. 

Learn the basics of 3D printing while creating your own unique piece to keep.

Hunt the boldest flavors of Korea! Taste test Korean sodas and drinks, and learn Korean words to describe each flavor. 

Learn to make bagels in this workshop led by Yona Posner from Lubavitch Chabad of Skokie.

We'll prepare the bagel dough, shape and boil the bagels, and add toppings. You'll then take the bagels home to bake them. 

Young children are invited to explore nature in the North Courtyard. Be prepared to dig in and get your hands messy.

Drop-in event for children age 0-5 with an adult.

Kids in preK-grade 5 and their caregivers who are part of an LGBTQ+ family are invited to join our Rainbow Family Club. We'll hang out, chat, have snacks, and do activities. LGBTQ+ kids are also welcome to bring friends who are allies. 

Enjoy stories and songs in Urdu and English. Tickets will be distributed to those present starting at 9:30 am. For families with kids age six and younger.

Kids age 3-8 and their grown-ups experience a story, songs, rhymes, and a game while working on important preschool skills like letter sounds and social-emotional learning.

This event is also being held Wednesday, May 20 at 1:30 pm.

Terrific Twos storytime is taking a break, but let’s dance it out with some of our favorite songs especially for two-year-olds. 

Space is limited. Tickets will be distributed to those present starting at 9:30 am.

Terrific Twos storytime is taking a break, but let’s dance it out with some of our favorite songs especially for two-year-olds. 

Space is limited. Tickets will be distributed to those present starting at 10:30 am.

Transform ordinary cardboard and boxes into extraordinary creations inspired by your favorite books. 

Listen to a story and then bring it to life with cardboard and your own two hands. 

Experience different countries through snacks. Each month we'll be getting a mystery box of snacks from another country. Do a taste test to see what you like best, learn some fun facts about the country, and have fun! 

Families and individuals who need a quiet, uncrowded environment are invited to use the library before we open. Explore the Kids Room, Teen Room, Studio, and materials on the first floor.

Young children are invited to explore nature in the North Courtyard. Be prepared to dig in and get your hands messy.

Drop-in event for children age 0-5 with an adult.

Share your love of Pokémon through card trading, games, and crafts. Bring your cards and any art or Pokémon memorabilia to share. We'll do different activities each month. 

This drop-in inclusive playgroup is for children younger than six who receive or are considering therapy services. Children play while families meet and find support.

Siblings are welcome. Free tickets will be given to those who attend.

The Pigeon wants to read some books to you! Enjoy Mo Willems' Pigeon series with stories, literacy activities, a craft, and lots of fun.  

Kids age 3-8 and their grown-ups experience a story, songs, rhymes, and a game while working on important preschool skills like letter sounds and social-emotional learning.

This event is also being held Tuesday, May 12 at 4:30 pm.

Celebrate the 2026 Sydney Taylor Book Award book. This award is given to outstanding books for children that authentically portray the Jewish experience. We'll have snacks and do activities related to this year's winning titles.

Celebrate art and cultures from around the world in this fun, hands-on introduction to henna for grades 3–5. Explore the history and traditions of henna, watch simple designs being created.

Read books, do an activity, and have fun in English and Hebrew during this bilingual storytime with local author Arianna Brooks. 

Whether you are an expert in all things Pokémon or are curious about this popular Japanese franchise, come and enjoy crafts and games for kids of all ages.

Make a simple craft related to the Elemental movie before watching the movie at 6:30 pm.

Free tickets will be given to all who attend.