This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group This event is in the "Grade 6–8" group Roots of Black Dance in America Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm Event Type: Arts and Culture Age Group: Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5, Grade 6–8 The Joel Hall Dancers explore the under-recognized influence of Black dance on American culture. Following the performance, you can ask the dancers about the piece, dance, and their experiences as professional dancers. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group Story and STEAM Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Event Type: Books and Authors, Science and STEAM Age Group: Kids, Grade K–2 Enjoy a picture book read aloud followed by a fun STEAM project related to the book.Free tickets will be given to all who attend. Kids younger than eight must have an adult in the library during the event. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Age 0–5" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group Paint Your Own Flowerpot Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Event Type: DIY Age Group: Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5 Paint your own flower pot while learning about taking care of flowers and plants. We'll provide the supplies. You bring creativity and be prepared to get messy! Waitlist Register Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group Adventure Club for Homeschoolers Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm Event Type: Lifestyle and Leisure, Social Gathering Age Group: Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5 Learn about Spain's culture, traditions, foods, and fun in this session designed for kids who are homeschooled.Brigitte Burgman will read and share fun facts from her book, Wandering Willow in Spain. Register Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group Adventure Club Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm Event Type: Lifestyle and Leisure, Social Gathering Age Group: Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5 Learn about Spain's culture, traditions, foods, and fun. Brigitte Burgman will read and share fun facts from her book, Wandering Willow in Spain. Register Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group Earth Day Upcycled Crafts Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm Event Type: DIY Age Group: Kids, Grade K–2 We'll reuse discarded books and other materials to upcycle them by making something new. For kids in grade K-2. Space is limited. Free tickets will be given to all who attend. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group This event is in the "Grade 6–8" group Fidget Tool Meet and Greet Monday, April 27, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Event Type: Lifestyle and Leisure Age Group: Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5, Grade 6–8 Love all things fidget-y? Overwhelmed by squishies and spinners? Drop by to explore different kinds of fidgets, learn how these tools can support you, and make your own. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group Power Pollinators Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Event Type: Science and STEAM Age Group: Kids, Grade K–2 Pollinators have an important role. They help the plants around us grow, thrive, and blossom. You can pretend to be a pollinator as you help transport pollen between flowers in a playful hands-on art activity. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Age 0–5" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group Día Fun and Games Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm Event Type: Arts and Culture, Social Gathering Age Group: Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5 Make and play games from around the world in the Kids Room. This fun afternoon is part of our day-long El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day) celebration. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Age 0–5" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group This event is in the "Grade 6–8" group Día Book Character Bingo Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Event Type: Arts and Culture, Social Gathering Age Group: Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5, Grade 6–8 Choose from favorite book characters to create a one-of-a-kind Bingo card in this fun family flip of the classic game. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Age 0–5" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group Learn Basic Mandarin Friday, May 1, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Event Type: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Self-Improvement Age Group: Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5 Learn a few Mandarin characters and enjoy activities that celebrate Chinese culture in this fun-filled event designed for families. Free tickets will be given to those who attend. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group Be the Scientist for Homeschoolers Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm Event Type: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Science and STEAM Age Group: Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5 We will learn about spices from the Indian subcontinent and explore botany and chemistry in the kitchen. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group Be the Scientist Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm Event Type: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Science and STEAM Age Group: Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5 We will learn about spices from the Indian subcontinent and explore botany and chemistry in the kitchenFor kids age 5-10. Children younger than eight must be accompanied by an adult. Free tickets will be given to all who attend. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group K-Pop Soda Hunters Friday, May 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Event Type: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Food and Cooking Age Group: Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5 Hunt the boldest flavors of Korea! Taste test Korean sodas and drinks, and learn Korean words to describe each flavor. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group This event is in the "Adults" group Kosher Bagel Making for Families Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Event Type: Food and Cooking, Jewish American Heritage Month Age Group: Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5, Adults 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. View Details Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Age 0–5" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group Rainbow Family Club Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Event Type: Social Gathering Age Group: Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5 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. View Details Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group Cardboard Creators Friday, May 15, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Event Type: Science and STEAM Age Group: Kids, Grade K–2 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. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group The Pigeon Wants to Read! Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm Event Type: Books and Authors, Social Gathering Age Group: Kids, Grade K–2 The Pigeon wants to read some books to you! Enjoy Mo Willems' Pigeon series with stories, literacy activities, a craft, and lots of fun. View Details Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group Sydney Taylor Award Party Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm Event Type: Books and Authors, Jewish American Heritage Month, Social Gathering Age Group: Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5 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. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Age 0–5" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group Pokémon Party Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Event Type: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Social Gathering Age Group: Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5 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. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Age 0–5" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group Elemental Craft Friday, May 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm Age Group: Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5 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. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Age 0–5" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group Pride Month Family Party Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm Event Type: Social Gathering, Pride Month Age Group: Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5 Celebrate Pride month with colorful crafts and games.Kids younger than eight must be accompanied by an adult. Free tickets will be given to all who attend. View Details
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Age 0–5" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group Rainbow Family Club Monday, June 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Event Type: Pride Month, Social Gathering Age Group: Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5 Kids in preK-grade 5 and 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. View Details Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Grade K–2" group Breezy Books and Boba Friday, June 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm Event Type: Books and Authors, Social Gathering Age Group: Kids, Grade K–2 Explore some of the books on our Breezy Reads list through read-alouds and activities and enjoy a variety of flavors of bubble tea and boba. View Details Registration Required
