Programs and Events

Fall Programs

Rev Up To Read Program! [Ages 2-12]

Monster Jam

November 2, 2026-January 9, 2027

 

Kids ages 2-12, read five books to earn a voucher that can be redeemed for a free kids ticket when purchasing an adult ticket to Monster Jam on January 9, 2027, at 6:00 PM. Vouchers must be redeemed at the Fiserv Forum box office.

Preschool Story Time [Ages 3-5]

Mondays, 10:30-11:00 AM

September 14 – November 23

 

Join Ms. Elizabeth for stories, songs, and a craft! This program is geared toward ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome!

Parachute Play [Ages 1-5]

Tuesdays, 9:30-10:00 AM & 10:30-11:00 AM

September 8 – November 24 (no program November 3)

 

Join Hanna for songs and games with our giant parachute! Geared toward ages 1-5, but all are welcome! 

Baby/Toddler Story Time [Ages 0-3]

Wednesdays, 10:30-11:00 AM

September 9 – November 25

 

Join Hanna for stories and songs chosen just for our littlest readers! Stick around for play time and to talk with other caregivers. Geared toward ages 0-3, but all are welcome!

Music and Motion [Ages 0-5]

Thursdays, 10:30-11:00 AM

September 10 – November 19

 

Join Ms. Elizabeth for songs, dancing, rhymes, and more musical fun! This program is geared towards ages 0-5, but all ages are welcome!

Story Times at Bluemel's

Location: 4930 W. Loomis Rd.

One Friday a Month, 10:00-11:00 AM

November 13, December 11

 

Join Ms. Hanna for four special story times at Bluemel’s! We’ll read books, sing songs, and have a craft to take home. Order a yummy drink, a snack, and enjoy these special programs!

Youth Take & Make Kits [Ages 5-12]

First Thursdays of the Month 

November 5

 

Stop by the Children’s Desk to grab a craft kit, designed for ages 5-12. One hundred kits are available on a first come, first served basis. 

Afternoon Adventurers [Ages 6-11]

Third Thursday of the Month, 4:00-5:00 PM

November 19

 

Join Hanna for a mixture of games, crafts, STEM activities, and more! Each week will feature a new fun theme. Geared toward ages 6-11, but all are welcome!

 

November 19: Epic Taste Testing

Reading With Charlie [Ages 5-12]

Two Mondays a Month, 5:30-6:30 PM 

November 9 & 23, December 14

 

Come read to Charlie, our four-legged, furry friend! Charlie is a friendly, patient listener who loves to hear children practice their reading. Register in advance online here for a 10-minute slot for a single child or family (registration link goes live at 10:00 AM one week prior to each event). Bring your own book or use a provided dog-themed book. This program is geared toward beginning readers, but all children are welcome to register. 

 

Register for November 9th Reading With Charlie.

Register for November 23rd Reading With Charlie.

Register for December 14th Reading With Charlie.

Family Lego Club [All Ages]

First Wednesday of the Month, 6:00-7:00 PM
November 4, December 2

 

Lego lovers of all ages are welcome to join LEGO Club! We’ll have a theme or challenge, build our creations, and display our creations in the Children’s Library. LEGOs are provided.

Gingerbread House Decorating [All Ages]

Thursday, December 10, 6:00-7:00 PM

Join us to create your own gingerbread house with lots of yummy holiday candy! This is a program for all ages in partnership with Southwest Suburban Health.

Breakfast with the Grinch [All Ages] 

Saturday, December 19, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

 

Join us for a fun morning of crafts, food, and meeting the Grinch! In partnership with First Stage, the Grinch will appear, and there will be a performance.