Virtual Family Fun Programs
Programs for Infants & Preschool Programs for School Age & Tweens Books & Reading for Kids Calendar
In-person library programs and meeting room bookings remain suspended through November 30.
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Virtual Youth Programs Survey
To help us plan future virtual (online) library programs, we would like to learn about the types of programming you are interested in attending. This survey is specifically for youth programs for kids (Pre-K through 8th Grade). Your feedback is very important to us. Thank you!
Take & Make Kits
Bring the fun of the Library’s activity station home! Youth Services librarians have created pre-packaged kits filled with supplies to complete the activity at home. Check Facebook or Instagram for upcoming kits. Kits limited; available as supplies last. Pick up at the Youth Services Desk or at the Drive-Up Window.
StoryWalk
Fry Bread by Kevin Noble Maillard
September–November • Offsite: Little Bear Garden at Gallery Park, 2001 Patriot Blvd.
Told in lively and powerful verse, Fry Bread is an evocative depiction of a modern Native American family, vibrantly illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal, Pura Belpre Award winner and Caldecott Honoree. Just drop in.
Family Storytime (all ages w/adult)
Fridays, 10:30-11 AM • Via Zoom
Register for each date: September 18, September 25, October 2, October 9, October 16, October 23, October 30, November 6, November 13, November 20
Join us for a weekly live storytime with our Youth Services librarians.
Follow Along Family Craft Videos
Saturdays, September 19, October 17, November 21 • Via Facebook or Instagram
Visit our Facebook or Instagram page to learn a new family DIY craft. Materials used can be found in most homes.
Dinosaur Encounter
Saturday, September 19, 10:30-11:15 AM • Via Zoom
Learn the latest theories of how the dinosaurs lived and be amazed at a five-foot-long Apatosaurus femur and an entire T-Rex foot! Meet award-winning author Janet Riehecky as she presents her extensive collection of fossils.
YMCA Family Crafts
Thursdays, October 1, November 5, 4-4:45 PM • Via Zoom
Join the YMCA Art Academy for a monthly opportunity for preschool-aged children and their families to create art at home. A list of materials used will be emailed and can be found in most homes.
Family Book Club (grades 3+ w/adult)
Wednesday, October 7, 7-7:30 PM • Via Zoom
I Can Make This Promise by Christine Day
Inspired by the author’s own family history, this is the story of a girl who uncovers her family’s secrets and finds her own Native American identity. Book available on hoopla. GPL card required.
K-9 Reading Buddies
September-November, 15-Minute Sessions (Limit 1 Session Per Week) • Via Zoom
Join our friends from K-9 Reading Buddies of the North Shore, an animal-assisted children’s literacy program, and register for a live, 15-minute reading session. Parents and guardians can relax while children read to therapy dogs.
Storytown Improv Presents: City of Castles
Saturday, October 10, 10:30-11:15 AM • Via Zoom
A space is never exactly what it appears. A porch could be a pirate ship; a bathtub, a battleship; an attic, a dragon’s cave, or maybe the tippy-top of a castle in the sky. Join a group of friends as you escape from a virtual prison, battle Nelson the Vile, discover your own power, and stumble into an out-of-this-world adventure.
“I Can Light Up the World” with Mama Edie
Saturday, November 14, 10:30-11:15 AM • Via Zoom
Journey with Mama Edie to Ghana, the Caribbean, and Cuba through stories and songs. Bring your maracas, shakers, and drums and get ready to get up and dance!
Museum Adventure Passes
Check out a museum pass with your Glenview Library card. Free admission to seventeen area museums.
Photo Policy: Attendance at Library programs and events constitutes consent to be photographed for Glenview Public Library publicity purposes. Virtual Program Disclaimer: By registering for a virtual program, you understand that video and audio content is streamed to other participants if your mic/video camera is on. Anyone under the age of 18 must have parent/guardian permission to participate and anyone age 8 or younger must have direct adult supervision for the duration of the event.
ADA accommodations are provided for all programs. Requests must be made when registering for a program. Advance notice of five days is required. Call 847-729-7500 x 7900 to make an ADA accommodation request.
