Programs for Infants & Preschoolers

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Storytime (birth-age 5 w/adult)

Stories, songs, and fun with the lively Youth Services Librarians. Find out more about Storytime!

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BYOB Parenting Playgroup (birth-23 months)

Saturdays, November 23, January 18, 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.

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

Fridays, December 6 & 20, January 3 & 17, February 7 & 21, 10:30-11:15 AM • Youth Program Room

Finish the week with stories and hands-on fun with the Youth Services Librarians.

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

Thursdays, 1:30-2:30 PM • Youth Program Room
December 12: Winter Craft
January 9: Animals of Illinois
February 13: Valentine Craft

The North Shore YMCA Art Academy provides a monthly opportunity for preschool age children to create art.

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

Fridays, December 13 & February 14, 10:30-11:15 AM • Youth Program Room

Pre-readers and their families learn American Sign Language together.

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

Tuesdays, December 17, January 21 & February 18, 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.

Yoga Storytime (ages 3-6)

Fridays, December 27, January 24 & February 28, 10-10:30 AM • Location to be announced

Learn fun yoga poses with stories and music. No experience required. Just drop in.

Preschool Fair (birth-age 6 w/adult)

Saturday, January 25, 10 AM-Noon • Park Center Lobby, 2400 Chestnut Ave

Bring the family to meet with local preschool representatives. Enjoy light refreshments and the chance to win a prize pack. Just drop in.

Lunar New Year Celebration (ages 3+ w/adult)

Friday, January 31, 10-10:45 AM • Youth Program Room

Celebrate the Year of the Rat with Yvonne Wolf. Learn the history of the Lunar New Year celebration and create a fun craft.

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 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…

Storywalk

Through Saturday, February 15
Offsite: Little Bear Garden at Gallery Park, 2001 Patriot Boulevard

Welcome back to the Storybook Trail! Our latest selection is Bear and Chicken by Jannie Ho. When Bear finds a chicken frozen in the winter snow, he brings her home to defrost her. As Chicken awakens, she fears that Bear is preparing to eat her. Oh no! 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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