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Free Children's Programs

September Programs for Kids Newsletter (PDF file)

Attendance at Library events constitutes consent to be photographed for Oak Park Public Library publicity purposes. Names of individuals will not be used in photo captions.

Goop, Gak and
Play-doh
Saturday, September 11
10:30 to Noon
Dole Branch

Drop in for tactile delight! Hosted by Ms. Niki, this program is for kids 3 and up, with an adult. No registration required.

Meet Curious George!
Saturday, September 18
10:00 am
(special Donuts with Dads)
Main Library Storytime Room
OR
Monday, September 20
4:00 pm
Maze Branch

Celebrate the birthday of Curious George creator H.A. Rey with some great monkey stories and the chance to meet the super simian himself. Bring your camera for this cute program especially for kids 2 to 6 years old. No registration required.

Fall Craft
Friday, September 24
3:30 to 4:30 pm
Main Library Storytime Room

Join Miss Jenny in this drop-in craft celebrating the arrival of autumn. This program is especially for kids 3 and up. No registration required.

 

Birdcage Craft
Thursday, September 16
4:00 to 5:00 pm
Dole Branch

Join Ms. Ellen for this drop-in craft program in which kids will construct a paper birdcage.

This program is especially for kids 5 and up. No registration required.


Cuentos en Español /
Spanish Storytime

Tuesday, September 28
7:00 pm
Main Library Storytime Room

Mary Rueda of the Montessori Academy Spanish Immersion in Oak Park will present this Spanish language storytime.

This program is especially for kids 2 to 6 years old, as part of our celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. No registration required.

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Free Weekly Storytimes

Early Fall Schedule - September 7 through October 16
Early Fall Storytimes Brochure (PDF file)
 

Mondays

Main Library
10:00 am Busy Babies*
7:00 pm Pajama Time*

 

 

Tuesdays

Main Library
9:30 am Terrific Twos
10:30 am Wonderful Ones

Tuesdays
at Dole

Dole Branch
10:30 am Family Open*

Wednesdays

Main Library
9:30 am Terrific Twos
10:30 am Wonderful Ones
3:00 pm Book Buzz*

Wednesdays
at Maze

Maze Branch
10:30 am Family Open*

Thursdays

Main Library
9:30 am Wonderful Ones
10:30 am Terrific Twos

Thursdays
at Dole

Thursdays
at Maze

Dole Branch
10:00 am Open Playgroup*

Maze Branch
10:00 am Open Playgroup*

Fridays

Main Library
9:30 am Preschool Fun
10:30 am Preschool Fun

Saturdays

Main Library
10:00 am Donuts With Dads*
11:00 am Busy Babies* (Thanks to Rotary Club for supporting this early literacy program!)

 

* Open to nonresidents

Storytime Descriptions

BUSY BABIES for children up to 15 months, with a caregiver
Boost your baby's brain power with an introduction to simple books—plus rhymes, songs and hands-on playtime.

WONDERFUL ONES for children 12 to 24 months, with a caregiver
Created especially for energetic 1s, this storytime includes short books, lots of fingerplays, and fun props.

TERRIFIC TWOS for 2-year-olds, with a caregiver
For curious 2s, this storytime nurtures pre-reading skills through stories, music and movement.

PRESCHOOL FUN for children 3 to 5, with or without a caregiver
Through longer books, concept games, and ABCs, children will build important skills for school in this stimulating session.

BOOK BUZZ for children in kindergarten through second grade, with or without a caregiver
Stories and crafts are matched in this interactive session which features longer books and art activities.

DONUTS WITH DADS for children 2 to 6 years, with a caregiver
Hey big guys! Bring your little guys and gals to storytime and enjoy books, songs, and snacks in a relaxing environment with other dads. (Moms are also welcome for sweets and stories.) Thanks to Red Hen for the sweet donations!

FAMILY OPEN for children 2 to 6 years and their siblings with a caregiver
There's something for everyone In this lively storytime that's full of favorites.

OPEN PLAYGROUP for children up to 24 months, with a caregiver
This play group includes toddler toys, board books and music. Have fun and socialize with other children and caregivers.

PAJAMA TIME for children 2 to 6 years and their siblings with a caregiver
Wear your PJs and bring a stuffed friend to this cozy evening storytime.

Storytime Guidelines

1. To attend most storytimes at the Oak Park Public Library, you must have an Oak Park Public Library card. (See above for the storytimes which are open to nonresidents.)

2. Storytime is drop-in, but room capacity is limited. Pick up Daily entry tags at the Children's Desk. First come, first served.

3. Storytimes are 20 to 30 minutes long. Please arrive early—latecomers might not be admitted.

4. For the Library to present enjoyable and successful programs, we must limit the number of attendees in a storytime. Due to high demand, we ask that you only attend one program each week.

5. Please keep conversations and distractions to a minimum—snacks, toys and cell phones should be put away.

6. Have fun, sing along, and check out some books to take home!

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Photos of Past Fun

Library Photos on Flickr

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