Family Fun Programs
In-person library programs and meeting room bookings remain suspended through February 28, 2021.
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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: November 20
Join us for a weekly live storytime with our Youth Services librarians.
K-9 Reading Buddies
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.
Follow Along Family Craft Videos
Saturday, 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.
YMCA Family Crafts
Thursdays, December 10, January 14 & February 11, 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. After registration, pick up supplies one week before the program date at the Youth Services Desk or the Drive-Up Window by request.
Miss Jamie’s Farm: Winter Sing-A-Long
Saturday, December 12, 10:30-11:15 AM • Via Zoom
Sing and dance your cares away with Miss Jamie and her songs about winter and having fun in the snow!
Buddha Belly Family Yoga (all ages)
Sundays, December 20, January 17 & February 21, 10-11 AM • Via Zoom
Children and caregivers unplug and bond through moving, breathing, and connecting.
Wendy & DB Family Concert
Saturday, January 16, 10:30-11:15 AM • Via Zoom
This award-winning duo from Chicago writes and performs songs about science, nature, diversity, safety, and the arts.
Aaron Nigel Smith Concert
Saturday, February 13, 10:30-11:15 AM • Via Facebook Live
Aaron Nigel Smith joins us from the Pacific Northwest to educate, empower, and entertain.
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.
