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Events for Kids & Families

Kids There's always something fun happening at the Library!

Read on for a list of our upcoming events, or go directly to our calendar for the big picture.

Our storytime schedule can be found on our Storytimes page.

Upcoming Events

September 16
Thursday
4:00 PM		 Pirate Party
ARRR! Get ready to celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day. We'll read pirate stories, look for sunken treasure, and do other pirate-themed activities. Shiver me timbers, you'll have fun! For ages 5-10. In the Library Auditorium.
September 20
Monday
6:30 PM		 Family Storytime
Parents, bring your preschoolers for stories and fun. In the Youth Program Room.
September 25
Saturday
2:00 PM		 Spanish Wiggleworms
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at this lively English/Spanish bilingual participatory show with Rose Nadolsky from the Old Town School of Folk Music. In the Library Auditorium.
October 11
Monday
10:30 AM		 School's Out Movie (Sensory Friendly Screening)
In this award-winning 2009 Disney-Pixar film, a grouchy old man ties thousands of balloons to his house and sets off on a journey to Paradise Falls. Rated PG. At this Sensory Friendly Screening, the room will be lighter, the volume will be lower, and audience members will be permitted to move around, talk, and sing. The intended audience is children with special needs accompanied by parents or caregivers, although everyone is welcome. In the Library Auditorium.
October 11
Monday
1:00 PM		 Scratch Digital Media Design
Make a game inspired by The Lightning Thief, by Rick Riordan. You'll also get a CD with your own copy of Scratch. You'll be on your way to learning the basics of computer programming, media design, and creating your own games, animations and digital stories. Sign-up begins Monday, September 27 at the Youth Reference Desk or call 847-256-6945. In the Small Meeting Room.
October 11
Monday
2:00 PM		 School's Out Movie
In this award-winning 2009 Disney-Pixar film, a grouchy old man ties thousands of balloons to his house and sets off on a journey to Paradise Falls. Rated PG. In the Library Auditorium.
October 13
Wednesday
6:00 PM		 K-9 Reading Buddies
Kids in grades 1-5, practice your reading skills on a trained therapy dog. Space is limited, and advance registration is required. Starting October 1, sign up for a 15-minute slot at the Youth Reference Desk or call 847-256-6945. For Wilmette and Kenilworth residents only. K-9 Reading Buddies of the North Shore is a Therapy Dogs International Children Reading to Dogs program. In the Youth Department.
October 18
Monday
6:30 PM		 Family Storytime
Parents, bring your preschoolers for stories and fun. In the Youth Program Room.
October 26
Tuesday
4:30 PM		 Halloween Finger Puppets
Use cardboard tubes, craft supplies, and your imagination to create spooky or silly Halloween characters. For grades kindergarten and up. Sign up begins October 1 at the Youth Reference Desk, or call 847-256-6945. In the Youth Program Room.
October 27
Wednesday
6:30 PM		 Halloween Storytime
Listen to spooky stories and make a Halloween craft to take home. Wear your costume, if you like! For ages 3 and up. In the Youth Program Room.
October 30
Saturday
2:00 PM		 Morris, the Magic Man!
Morris Taylor is a professional magician who has performed all over the world. This family show features puppets, audience participation, and, of course, great magic tricks. In the Library Auditorium.
November 8
Monday
6:00 PM		 Early Childhood Fair
Parents, learn about early childhood education options in Wilmette and Kenilworth. In the Youth Department.
November 10
Wednesday
6:00 PM		 K-9 Reading Buddies
Kids in grades 1-5, practice your reading skills on a trained therapy dog. Space is limited, and advance registration is required. Starting October 1, sign up for a 15-minute slot at the Youth Reference Desk or call 847-256-6945. For Wilmette and Kenilworth residents only. K-9 Reading Buddies of the North Shore is a Therapy Dogs International Children Reading to Dogs program. In the Youth Department.
December 8
Wednesday
6:00 PM		 K-9 Reading Buddies
Kids in grades 1-5, practice your reading skills on a trained therapy dog. Space is limited, and advance registration is required. Starting October 1, sign up for a 15-minute slot at the Youth Reference Desk or call 847-256-6945. For Wilmette and Kenilworth residents only. K-9 Reading Buddies of the North Shore is a Therapy Dogs International Children Reading to Dogs program. In the Youth Department.

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