Events
Join us to celebrate, Women's History Month by reading stories and creating a craft.
For kids ages 3 to 8.
How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations. Register by the…
Registration required (15 spots remaining)Register for eventPut on your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal to this story time for some fun stories, songs and rhymes.
For kids 0 to 5 with their caregivers.
How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly…
Librarian April from the Blackstone Branch shares plenty of songs, rhymes and books during this fun story time especially for preschoolers!
For kids 3 to 5.
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This event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in…
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Book Zoomies presents funny books, silly songs, action rhymes and cool crafts. Miss Henrietta, Opera Cat and Jack the Puppet join us, too.
For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
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Registration required (9 spots remaining)Register for event Join us as we share stories, songs and rhymes followed by a craft and open play.
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This event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations. Questions about visiting the library? Check out our…
Join Ms. Mary for stories, songs, dancing, rhymes and more!
For ages 2 to 5 with a caregiver.
How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations.
Please register at least…
Registration required (6 spots remaining)Register for eventJoin Ms. Jessie for preschool story time. We will share songs, rhymes and books, move our bodies and play some early literacy games.
This event is structured for kids 2 to 5 and their caregivers but is open to any child who…
Children and caregivers are invited to a morning of discovery and fun. During story time, we share a treasure trove of amazing picture books and a variety of activities that support early literacy development.
For kids 0 to 5 and their…
Have fun and build literacy skills with stories, songs and an art project.
Best for children 3 to 5.
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This event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations. Register by 10:30 a.m. Wednesday,…
Registration closedJoin Ms. Beronica for some fun as we share in songs, rhymes, and stories!
For families with children ages 0 to 7.
How to Attend This event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations. Chicago Public…
Join us for a fun-filled story time with stories, crafts and open play.
For children 3 to 5 with a parent or caregiver.
How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations. Space…
Join us for a story time filled with lively stories, songs and rhymes, and then stick around for some free-play time after the program!
For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly…
Story Time
CanceledCozy up and join us for stories, rhymes and songs. Then stay for open play time.
For children under 5 with their caregiver.
How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Registration is not needed. Masks are strongly…
Join Mrs. Lina for story time for the whole family! We share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities.
For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly…
Registration required (15 spots remaining)Register for eventGet ready for a story time as active as your little one. We read from books, sing fun songs and play small learning games. Afterwards your little one has a chance to explore our blocks, puzzles and more during our open play time.
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Join our story time especially for our littlest patrons! We’ll share songs, rhymes and books.
30 minutes of story time will be followed by 30 minutes of play.
For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
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Energetic songs and stories to captivate and engage babies.
For children 0 to 18 months and their caregivers.
How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations.
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Stories, songs and fun for toddlers and preschoolers.
For kids ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers.
How to AttendThis event takes place in person. Masks are strongly encouraged in all CPL locations.
Questions about visiting the…
Join our story time with Miss Evelyn especially for our littlest patrons! We’ll share songs, rhymes and books, plus a take home craft. We will learn simple American Sign Language signs in each session.For kids 0 to 2 and their caregivers.
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Mother Goose on the Loose is a story time tailored for you and your terrific toddler! Miss Rebecca from the Uptown Branch will share songs, rhymes and books, plus literacy tips you can practice at home.
Participants are encouraged to bring…
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