Programs for Infants & Preschoolers
Programs for School Age Family Fun Programs Full Calendar
Storytime (birth-age 5 w/adult)
Stories, songs, and fun with the lively Youth Services Librarians. Find out more about Storytime!
1000 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 Friday, November 15
Offsite: Little Bear Garden at Gallery Park, 2001 Patriot Boulevard
Welcome back to the Storybook Trail! A great read-aloud, Mae Among the Stars by Roda Ahmed and Stasia Burrington is the perfect book for young readers who have big dreams and even bigger hearts! Just drop in. Presented in conjunction with Bike Glenview.
Smile & Rhyme at Heinen’s (ages 2 & up with adult)
Tuesdays, October 15 & November 19, 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.
Friday Fun (ages 3-5 w/adult)
Fridays, October 4 & 18, November 1 & 15, 10:30-11:15 AM • Community Room
Finish the week with stories and hands-on fun with the Youth Services Librarians.
Early Literacy Fair (birth-age 6 w/adult)
Saturday, September 21, 10 AM-Noon • Community Room
Children and their caregivers are invited to join Elephant and Piggie to explore the world of early literacy through interactive stations and activities; enjoy a morning of games, music, crafts, and more. Just drop in.
YMCA Preschool Art (ages 3-6 w/adult)
Thursdays, October 10 & November 14, 1:30-2:30 PM • Youth Program Room
The North Shore YMCA Art Academy provides a monthly opportunity for preschool age children to create art.
Baby Signs (birth-age 3)
Friday, November 8, 10:30-11:15 AM • Youth Program Room
Pre-readers and their families learn American Sign Language together.
BYOB Parenting Playgroup (birth-23 months)
Saturday, November 23, 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.
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.
