Hey Tweens! Join us for a discussion of the month’s book selection, Ghosts by Raina Telgemeier to start “spooky month.” A small snack will be provided.

This book club is intended for students in grades 3-7. No registration is required.

Any questions can be directed to Jen at [email protected] or call youth department at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Join Miss Brianna from 4-C in a monthly opportunity immersing children in language & music! Bond with your infant or toddler in this program that supports language development, early literacy, listening skills & concentration, and fine & gross motor skills.

No registration is required.

For more information, please contact Theresa at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

It’s spooky season, so let’s learn about how spooky (and cool) human bodies are! NIU Anatomy will be helping us make brain hats that teach us the parts of the human brain, playdough GI tracts that show us just how that Halloween candy travels through our bodies, and of course we’ll play with bones and put together a human skeleton! Hands-on science + Halloween creepiness = lots of family fun!

We have space in this program for 10 families. Please register your entire family as one registration by calling (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

For more information or help with registration, please contact Laura at [email protected].

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

The Epilepsy Support Group is for people with Epilepsy or other seizure disorders and their caregivers, family, and siblings. We will have a general conversation about issues, struggles, and accomplishments participants have experienced. On a quarterly basis we will try to bring in guest speakers to discuss topics such as good sleep hygiene, dieticians to talk about the ketogenic diet, doctors who talk about medical or surgical options, and pharmaceutical representatives to discuss medications.

No registration is required to attend. It is free and open to all.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

Join Miss Brianna from 4-C in a monthly opportunity immersing children in language & music! Bond with your infant or toddler in this program that supports language development, early literacy, listening skills & concentration, and fine & gross motor skills.

No registration is required.

For more information, please contact Theresa at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

One day, Freddie Ramos gets a mysterious package. Inside, there are super shoes. Now he can run super fast. Can he use his powers for good?

Zapato Power: Freddie Ramos Takes Off is our Bookworm Barbs book for October. Bookworm Barbs is our book club for students in K-2. We read shorter chapter books with lots of pictures. Older first and second grade students may be able to read on their own, but the books also make a nice family read aloud, too.

Bookworm Barbs is a book party! Not only will we talk about the book, we’ll enjoy a snack and do a craft, too.

Pick up a copy of the book at the Children’s Department Desk while supplies last.

Please register for this event by calling (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350 or contacting Laura at [email protected], as there is a limit of 8 participants.

For more information or help with registration, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Money is tight, the fourth grade talent show is coming up, and they have to move to a new house: Ryan has a lot on her mind. Her name means leaders-can she rise to the occasion?

Ways to Make Sunshine is this month’s BARB book club! BARB (Books Are Really Brilliant) book club is for students in grades 3-5. At our meeting, we talk about the book, but that’s not all! We’ll also play a game and eat a fun snack inspired by the book.

Pick up a copy of the book and a free bookmark at the Children’s Department desk while supplies last.

Please register for this event by calling (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350 or contacting Laura at [email protected], as there is a limit of 8 participants.

For more information or help with registration, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

The General Book Club will meet to discuss The Essex Serpent by Sarah Perry.

London, 1893. When Cora Seaborne’s husband dies, she steps into her new life as a widow with as much relief as sadness: her marriage was an unhappy one. Seeking refuge, she leaves for coastal Essex, accompanied by her eleven-year-old son. Once there, they hear rumors that the mythical Essex Serpent, a fearsome creature that once roamed the marshes, has returned. When a young man is mysteriously killed on New Year’s Eve, the community’s dread transforms to terror. Eager to investigate, Cora is introduced to parish vicar William Ransome. As they attempt to discover the truth, these seeming opposites find themselves inexorably drawn together in an intense relationship that will change them in ways entirely unexpected.

This book will be available in the library one month before the program. It is also available as an eBook and eAudiobook on Hoopla and Libby.

For additional information, please contact Tristan at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114 or at [email protected].

Toddlers are at a great age to have fun reading and learning together! Toddlers soak up information from the world around them, and we expand their learning by reading, singing, and talking together.

Toddler Time will feature books, songs, and activities especially aimed at children 18 months-36 months. Of course, older and younger siblings are welcome to attend, but please be aware they may find activities too simple or difficult.

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Una oportunidad para que los niños sean expuestos a su lengua materna, la música, el baile y para también aprender un poco del lenguaje de señas para bebes.

Este evento es gratis occure el tercer jueves de cada mes.

No registration required.

For more information, please contact Theresa at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Toddlers are at a great age to have fun reading and learning together! Toddlers soak up information from the world around them, and we expand their learning by reading, singing, and talking together.

Toddler Time will feature books, songs, and activities especially aimed at children 18 months-36 months. Of course, older and younger siblings are welcome to attend, but please be aware they may find activities too simple or difficult.

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Join Miss Brianna from 4-C in a monthly opportunity immersing children in language & music! Bond with your infant or toddler in this program that supports language development, early literacy, listening skills & concentration, and fine & gross motor skills.

No registration is required.

For more information, please contact Theresa at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Dr. Greg Ross, former coordinator of The Foreign Language Residence Program at Northern Illinois University would like to cordially invite you to Le Baratin. Come speak French with members of the surrounding francophone community and enjoy the convivial atmosphere of the library. Anyone who speaks French is welcomed! A Bientôt!

This program is free and open to all; no registration is required.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

Hey Tweens! Join us for a discussion of the month’s book selection, Wonder by RJ Palacio as a reminder we all have something to be thankful for. A small snack will be provided.

This book club is intended for students in grades 3-7. No registration is required.

Any questions can be directed to Jen at [email protected] or the youth department at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Aimed especially at our 3–5-year-old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Today we have a special guest reader in honor of Epilepsy Awareness Month: Erika Fleck from the Epilepsy Advocacy Network. She will be reading the story The Great Katie Kate Explains Epilepsy and handing out fun and educational activities about epilepsy.

Preschool story times are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

The Epilepsy Support Group is for people with Epilepsy or other seizure disorders and their caregivers, family, and siblings. We will have a general conversation about issues, struggles, and accomplishments participants have experienced. On a quarterly basis we will try to bring in guest speakers to discuss topics such as good sleep hygiene, dieticians to talk about the ketogenic diet, doctors who talk about medical or surgical options, and pharmaceutical representatives to discuss medications.

No registration is required to attend. It is free and open to all.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

Join Miss Brianna from 4-C in a monthly opportunity immersing children in language & music! Bond with your infant or toddler in this program that supports language development, early literacy, listening skills & concentration, and fine & gross motor skills.

No registration is required.

For more information, please contact Theresa at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Toddlers are at a great age to have fun reading and learning together! Toddlers soak up information from the world around them, and we expand their learning by reading, singing, and talking together.

Toddler Time will feature books, songs, and activities especially aimed at children 18 months-36 months. Of course, older and younger siblings are welcome to attend, but please be aware they may find activities too simple or difficult.

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Join volunteers from the Society of Women Engineers and build boats out of household materials. Think like a marine engineer as you test the strength of your boats. Will they sink? Or will they float?

This event, intended for students in grades 2-5, is led by volunteers from the Society of Women Engineers.  K-1 students welcome if accompanied by a parent. No registration is required.

Facilitators: Sahara Becker (Tech Support Manager at McMaster-Carr, Society of Women Engineers SWENext Programs Committee Chair Elect) and Michael Cha (Data Scientist, John Deere).

For additional information, please contact Theresa at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Whether you’re a veteran yarn worker or someone who wants to learn the craft, everyone is welcome! Bring a project to work on, or simply show up and learn. Enjoy time together with fellow crafters as we exchange patterns and ideas.

This free program is intended for teens and adults. No registration is required.

For more information, please contact Colleen at [email protected].

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Una oportunidad para que los niños sean expuestos a su lengua materna, la música, el baile y para también aprender un poco del lenguaje de señas para bebes.

Este evento es gratis occure el tercer jueves de cada mes.

No registration required.

For more information, please contact Theresa at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Dr. Greg Ross, former coordinator of The Foreign Language Residence Program at Northern Illinois University would like to cordially invite you to Le Baratin. Come speak French with members of the surrounding francophone community and enjoy the convivial atmosphere of the library. Anyone who speaks French is welcomed! A Bientôt!

This program is free and open to all; no registration is required.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Toddlers are at a great age to have fun reading and learning together! Toddlers soak up information from the world around them, and we expand their learning by reading, singing, and talking together.

Toddler Time will feature books, songs, and activities especially aimed at children 18 months-36 months. Of course, older and younger siblings are welcome to attend, but please be aware they may find activities too simple or difficult.

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great for babies’ developing brains. We hope this program gives you lots of fun ways to play with your baby during the program and at home!

For more information, please contact Laura at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten.

Tuesday preschool story times at 10:30 a.m. are offered at the same time as our Book Babies program. Feel free to drop off your preschool child at the Preschool story time and attend Book Babies right next door with your younger one(s).

For more information, please contact John at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.

Join Miss Brianna from 4-C in a monthly opportunity immersing children in language & music! Bond with your infant or toddler in this program that supports language development, early literacy, listening skills & concentration, and fine & gross motor skills.

No registration is required.

For more information, please contact Theresa at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.