Programs for Infants & Preschoolers

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colorful handprint illustrationWeekday Storytime (birth-age 5 w/adult) TICKETED

April 1—May 16 • Youth Program Room

Stories, songs, and fun with the lively Youth Services Librarians. Tickets given out 20 minutes prior to each session. Preference given to Glenview Public Library cardholders. Find out more about Storytime!

green bear holding a book reading 1000 Books Before Kindergarten1000 Books Before Kindergarten

For ages birth-K

Give your child a head start in school with 1000 Books Before Kindergarten, a new self-guided early literacy program. Record each time you read a book with your child, then visit the Library to receive a special prize for every 100 book milestone. Reach 1000 books and your child will be added to the Library’s Wall of Amazing Readers. Register and receive your folder at the Youth Services Desk. Read more…

creativity box overflowing with creative iconsFriday Fun (ages 3-5 w/adult)

Fridays, April 5 & 19, May 3 & 17, 10:30-11:15 AM
Youth Program Room

End your week with stories and hands-on fun with the Youth Services Librarians. Tickets given out 20 minutes prior to each session. Preference given to Glenview Public Library cardholders.

Baby Signs toddler sign languageBaby Signs (birth-age 3)

Fridays, April 12 & May 10 • 10:30-11:15 AM • Youth Program Room

Pre-readers and their families learn American Sign Language together through new activities each month. Tickets given out 20 minutes prior to each session. Preference given to Glenview Public Library cardholders.

YMCA Art colorful paintbrush and paletteYMCA Art (ages 3-6 w/adult)

Thursdays, April 11 & May 9, 1:30-2:30 PM
Youth Program Room

The North Suburban YMCA Art Academy provides a monthly opportunity for preschoolers and caregivers to be creative and work together to produce unique works of art.

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Smile & Rhyme at Heinen’s (ages 2 & up with adult)

Tuesdays, March 19, April 23 & May 21, 10:30-11 AM
Location: Heinen’s Grocery Store, 1020 Waukegan Road, Glenview

Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs in the Café. Stay for a snack and to chat after the program. Parent or caregiver must be present. Just drop in.

Music & Movement with Baker Demonstration School (ages 2-5 w/adult)

Thursday, March 21, 10:30-11 AM • Youth Program Room

Please join us for a special morning of singing and playing with staff from Baker Demonstration School.

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BYOB Parenting Playgroup (birth-23 months)

Saturdays, March 23 & May 25, 10-11:15 AM
Youth Program Room

Bring Your Own Baby, enjoy playtime, and meet other new parents. Infant specialists will occasionally be on hand to discuss their area of expertise and answer questions. Just drop in.

Friday Fun Gets Money Smart (ages 3-5 w/adult)

Friday, April 5, 10:30-11:15 AM • Youth Program Room

Money smarts for our tiniest patrons. Tickets given out 20 minutes prior to each session. Preference given to Glenview Public Library cardholders.

Storywalk

Sunday, April 7–Saturday, May 18
Offsite: Little Bear Garden at Gallery Park, 2001 Patriot Boulevard

Children and animals watch the world transform from the dark of winter to the brightness of spring in When Spring Comes by Kevin Henkes.

No Pressure New Parents Book Discussion Group

Saturday, April 27, 10-11 AM • Youth Program Room

Adults discuss the book and babies get to know each other. Pick up a copy of this quarter’s title, My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She’s Sorry by Fredrik Backman, at either the Youth or Reader Services Desk. Just drop in.

Photo Policy: Attendance at Library programs and events constitutes consent to be photographed for Glenview Public Library publicity purposes.

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.

 

 

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