Oak Park’s children’s librarians host in-person storytimes on seasonal schedules. The library also offers an extensive range of learning videos. Register online by clicking on the storytime name listed below.
Weekly storytimes, June 9-October 20
MONDAYS
- 10:30 am: Shake, Rattle & Read (ages 0-5), Maze Branch
TUESDAYS
- 10 am: Shake, Rattle & Read (ages 0-5), Lindberg Park
- 11 am: Baby Lapsit (for babies not yet walking, ages 0-1), Main Library
- 1:30 pm: Supported Storytime & Family Play (children with disabilities ages 3+, siblings welcome), Main Library
WEDNESDAYS
- 10 am: Shake, Rattle & Read (ages 0-5), Scoville Park
THURSDAYS
- 10 am: Shake, Rattle & Read (ages 0-5), Euclid Square Park
FRIDAYS
- 10 am: Cuenta Cuentos con Kathy/Spanish Storytime With Kathy (ages 3-6), Main Library (through August 15)
- 10:30 am: Shake, Rattle & Read (ages 0-5), Dole Branch
SATURDAYS
- 10 am: Shake, Rattle & Read (ages 0-5), Main Library
- 11 am: Young & Restless (ages 0-2), Main Library
Storytime descriptions
Descriptions include recommended ages to attend (always with caregiver attendance and support):
- Baby Lapsit (non-walkers ages 0-1): Short books are paired with songs and rhymes that are modeled to introduce pre-literacy skills, designed for one-on-one interactions between caregivers and babies who are not yet walking.
- Cuenta Cuentos con Kathy/Spanish Storytime With Kathy: Spanish language Storytime facilitated by Kathy Valdivia, with stories, songs, and dancing!
- Shake, Rattle & Read (ages 0-5): Get ready to sing, dance, and listen to great stories!
- Supported Storytime (children with disabilities ages 3+; siblings welcome): Enjoy fun picture books, songs, and fine and gross motor movement activities, structured with visual schedules. Sensory supports available.
- Young & Restless (ages 0-2): Enjoy short books paired with songs and rhymes that are modeled to introduce pre-literacy skills.