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Wiggle and giggle during this introductory storytime for children under 2! Enjoy 20 minutes of interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and bounces, followed by 25 minutes of playtime with other little ones. It’s the perfect way to have fun and make new friends! For children under 2 with a grownup.
This fun, interactive program is designed especially for 2- and 3-year-olds and their grownups! Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays, while also learning helpful tips to support early learning at home. For ages 2-3 with a grownup.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
This quiet, slow-paced Storytime is geared toward children who may be overwhelmed by a traditional Storytime setting. Books and activities will be chosen with children with sensory sensitivities in mind. For ages 3-7 with a grownup. No registration is required, but space is limited to the first 10 child/grownup pairs.
Dive into the exciting worlds of science, technology, engineering, art, and math. From battling robots to experimenting with chemical reactions, every session will be packed with something new to discover! For grades 2-5. No registration is required, but space is limited to the first 25 participants.
This fun, interactive program is designed especially for 2- and 3-year-olds and their grownups! Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays, while also learning helpful tips to support early learning at home. For ages 2-3 with a grownup.
This independent storytime is designed especially for 3- to 5-year-olds, giving them a chance to enjoy stories, songs, and activities all on their own. This is a great opportunity for little ones to build their listening skills and engage with books in a fun, independent way! For ages 3-5.
Wiggle and giggle during this introductory storytime for children under 2! Enjoy 20 minutes of interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and bounces, followed by 25 minutes of playtime with other little ones. It's the perfect way to have fun and make new friends! For children under 2 with a grownup.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
Join us for a special baby storytime where you can craft a one-of-a-kind handprint or footprint keepsake! Enjoy engaging stories and songs while creating a memorable piece of art to take home or gift to a loved one. For children under 2 with a grownup. Participants should pick up a numbered entry ticket on the day of the event at the Children's Services Desk. Tickets will be given out 15 minutes before the program begins on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited to 50 pairs.
Learn a new way to communicate with the infant in your life using baby sign language! Each month will be a different theme, complete with related signs, books, and songs. For children under 2 with a grownup.
Calling all teen volunteers! Earn service hours by sorting books, preparing craft kits, and more. Teens must sign up for a BetterImpactaccount to log volunteer hours. For grades 6-12. *Registration required
Calling all Junior ZPD Officers! Officer Judy Hopps needs your help to discover who's making the predators go savage. You'll have a howlin' good time as you hop your way through Zootopia, create a chain snake craft, and become an official detective. For grades K-5 with a grownup.
This fun, interactive program is designed especially for 2- and 3-year-olds and their grownups! Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays, while also learning helpful tips to support early learning at home. For ages 2-3 with a grownup.
This independent storytime is designed especially for 3- to 5-year-olds, giving them a chance to enjoy stories, songs, and activities all on their own. This is a great opportunity for little ones to build their listening skills and engage with books in a fun, independent way! For ages 3-5.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
Dive into the exciting worlds of science, technology, engineering, art, and math. From battling robots to experimenting with chemical reactions, every session will be packed with something new to discover! For grades 2-5. No registration is required, but space is limited to the first 25 participants.
Join us for a special Family Storytime presented in Mandarin, featuring stories, songs, and fun activities! Open to all ages.
Join us for a special Family Storytime presented in Spanish, featuring stories, songs, and fun activities! Open to all ages. ¡Acompáñanos a una sesión de cuentos especial en español para toda la familia donde leemos cuentos, cantamos y hacemos actividades divertidas! Abierto a todas las edades.
Join us for a craft experience where art meets dessert. Indulge your sweet tooth and your imagination as you make something unique while enjoying tasty treats! For grades 4-8.
This fun, interactive program is designed especially for 2- and 3-year-olds and their grownups! Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays, while also learning helpful tips to support early learning at home. For ages 2-3 with a grownup.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
Celebrate all year long at Celebration Storytime! Each session highlights a different special day. Enjoy themed stories, songs, and activities that help children explore the traditions, meanings, and fun behind each special celebration. Open to all ages. This week's featured celebration is Native American Heritage Month.
Spark curiosity and creativity as we explore STEAM topics (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) through stories, songs, and hands-on activities! For ages 3-5 with a grownup.
Discover the fun of storytelling and role-playing games! Whether you're rescuing dragon eggs or learning what stuffed animals do while everyone sleeps, your game guides are sure to lead you on an exciting adventure! For grades 3-6. No registration is required, but space is limited to the first 18 participants.
Wiggle and giggle during this introductory storytime for children under 2! Enjoy 20 minutes of interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and bounces, followed by 25 minutes of playtime with other little ones. It’s the perfect way to have fun and make new friends! For children under 2 with a grownup.
This independent storytime is designed especially for 3- to 5-year-olds, giving them a chance to enjoy stories, songs, and activities all on their own. This is a great opportunity for little ones to build their listening skills and engage with books in a fun, independent way! For ages 3-5.
Wiggle and giggle during this introductory storytime for 1-year-olds! Enjoy 20 minutes of interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and bounces, followed by 25 minutes of playtime with other little ones. It’s the perfect way to have fun and make new friends! For 1-year-olds with a grownup.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
Celebrate all year long at Celebration Storytime! Each session highlights a different special day, from cultural and seasonal celebrations to popular favorites like Pi Day, National Dog Day, Talk Like a Pirate Day, and more. Enjoy themed stories, songs, and activities that help children explore the traditions, meanings, and fun behind each special celebration. Open to all ages. This week's featured celebration is Native American Heritage Month.
Celebrate all year long at Celebration Storytime! Each session highlights a different special day, from cultural and seasonal celebrations to popular favorites like Pi Day, National Dog Day, Talk Like a Pirate Day, and more. Enjoy themed stories, songs, and activities that help children explore the traditions, meanings, and fun behind each special celebration. Open to all ages. This week's featured celebration is Native American Heritage Month.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
Step back in time as the T-Rexplorers take you on an adventure straight from the Cretaceous period! Get a peek into the world of dinosaur science and paleontology as you see fossils from species like Triceratops and T-Rex, while learning about what it’s like to go on a paleontological dig. Come 15 minutes before the program starts to meet Ranger the T-Rex! For grades 1-5 with a grownup. Participants should pick up a numbered entry ticket on the day of the event at the Children's Services Desk. Tickets will be given out 15 minutes before the program begins on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited to 150 participants.
Wiggle and giggle during this introductory storytime for children under 2! Enjoy 20 minutes of interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and bounces, followed by 25 minutes of playtime with other little ones. It’s the perfect way to have fun and make new friends! For children under 2 with a grownup.
This fun, interactive program is designed especially for 2- and 3-year-olds and their grownups! Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays, while also learning helpful tips to support early learning at home. For ages 2-3 with a grownup.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
Join us for stories, simple poses, and mindfulness activities at this yoga-themed storytime. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel. Open to all ages with a grownup.
Calling all teen volunteers! Earn service hours by sorting books, preparing craft kits, and more. Teens must sign up for a BetterImpact account to log volunteer hours. For grades 6-12. *Registration required
Dive into the exciting worlds of science, technology, engineering, art, and math. From battling robots to experimenting with chemical reactions, every session will be packed with something new to discover! For grades 2-5. No registration is required, but space is limited to the first 25 participants.
CHAR-meander over to the Library and join fellow trainers to play, chat, and share your love for all things Pokémon! Bring along your favorite Pokémon art, cards, or collectibles for a show-and-tell session. For grades 1-5 with an a grownup.
This fun, interactive program is designed especially for 2- and 3-year-olds and their grownups! Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays, while also learning helpful tips to support early learning at home. For ages 2-3 with a grownup.
This independent storytime is designed especially for 3- to 5-year-olds, giving them a chance to enjoy stories, songs, and activities all on their own. This is a great opportunity for little ones to build their listening skills and engage with books in a fun, independent way! For ages 3-5.
Wiggle and giggle during this introductory storytime for children under 2! Enjoy 20 minutes of interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and bounces, followed by 25 minutes of playtime with other little ones. It's the perfect way to have fun and make new friends! For children under 2 with a grownup.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
Discover the fun of storytelling and role-playing games! Whether you're rescuing dragon eggs or learning what stuffed animals do while everyone sleeps, your game guides are sure to lead you on an exciting adventure! For grades 3-6. No registration is required, but space is limited to the first 18 participants.
This fun, interactive program is designed especially for 2- and 3-year-olds and their grownups! Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays, while also learning helpful tips to support early learning at home. For ages 2-3 with a grownup.
This independent storytime is designed especially for 3- to 5-year-olds, giving them a chance to enjoy stories, songs, and activities all on their own. This is a great opportunity for little ones to build their listening skills and engage with books in a fun, independent way! For ages 3-5.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
Create a rex-traordinary dino habitat in a small terrarium! For grades 6-12. No registration is required, but space is limited to the first 12 participants.
Join us for a special Family Storytime presented in Mandarin, featuring stories, songs, and fun activities! Open to all ages.
Join us for a special Family Storytime presented in Spanish, featuring stories, songs, and fun activities! Open to all ages. ¡Acompáñanos a una sesión de cuentos especial en español para toda la familia donde leemos cuentos, cantamos y hacemos actividades divertidas! Abierto a todas las edades.
Do you love comics, graphic novels, or manga? Join us to learn about your favorite comics and artists, and even bring your own characters and stories to life! For grades 2-5.
Join us for our dual-language storytimes, where we celebrate cultures and languages from around the world! Enjoy books, songs, and rhymes perfect for families of all ages. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun, including speakers and non-speakers of the featured language. Open to all ages. This month's featured language is Russian .
This fun, interactive program is designed especially for 2- and 3-year-olds and their grownups! Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays, while also learning helpful tips to support early learning at home. For ages 2-3 with a grownup.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
Celebrate all year long at Celebration Storytime! Each session highlights a different special day. Enjoy themed stories, songs, and activities that help children explore the traditions, meanings, and fun behind each special celebration. Open to all ages. This week's featured celebration is Veteran's Day.
Spark curiosity and creativity as we explore STEAM topics (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) through stories, songs, and hands-on activities! For ages 3-5 with a grownup.
Do you love reading manga as much as we do? Come chat about your current manga obsessions, what you're excited to read next, and about upcoming new releases. We might even have some crafts and anime fun along the way! For grades 6-12.
CHAR-meander over to the Library and join fellow trainers to play, chat, and share your love for all things Pokémon! Bring along your favorite Pokémon art, cards, or collectibles for a show-and-tell session. For grades 1-5 with a grownup.
Wiggle and giggle during this introductory storytime for children under 2! Enjoy 20 minutes of interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and bounces, followed by 25 minutes of playtime with other little ones. It’s the perfect way to have fun and make new friends! For children under 2 with a grownup.
This independent storytime is designed especially for 3- to 5-year-olds, giving them a chance to enjoy stories, songs, and activities all on their own. This is a great opportunity for little ones to build their listening skills and engage with books in a fun, independent way! For ages 3-5.
Wiggle and giggle during this introductory storytime for 1-year-olds! Enjoy 20 minutes of interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and bounces, followed by 25 minutes of playtime with other little ones. It’s the perfect way to have fun and make new friends! For 1-year-olds with a grownup.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
Celebrate all year long at Celebration Storytime! Each session highlights a different special day, from cultural and seasonal celebrations to popular favorites like Pi Day, National Dog Day, Talk Like a Pirate Day, and more. Enjoy themed stories, songs, and activities that help children explore the traditions, meanings, and fun behind each special celebration. Open to all ages. This week's featured celebration is Veteran's Day.
Move and groove to the music while playing instruments and singing songs with your little musician. For ages 1-3 with a grownup.
Celebrate all year long at Celebration Storytime! Each session highlights a different special day, from cultural and seasonal celebrations to popular favorites like Pi Day, National Dog Day, Talk Like a Pirate Day, and more. Enjoy themed stories, songs, and activities that help children explore the traditions, meanings, and fun behind each special celebration. Open to all ages. This week's featured celebration is Veteran's Day.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
Calling all tributes! Put your Hunger Games knowledge to the test as we challenge you with questions about the mega-popular book and movie series! May the odds be ever in your favor. For grades 6-12. No registration is required, but space is limited to first 25 participants.
Dive into the exciting worlds of science, technology, engineering, art, and math. From battling robots to experimenting with chemical reactions, every session will be packed with something new to discover! For grades 2-5. No registration is required, but space is limited to the first 25 participants.
Snip, snip, hooray! It's time to practice your scissor skills as you enjoy a story, then create a personalized craft with your new cutting abilities. For grades K-2 with a grownup.
This quiet, slow-paced Storytime is geared toward children who may be overwhelmed by a traditional Storytime setting. Books and activities will be chosen with children with sensory sensitivities in mind. For ages 3-7 with a grownup. No registration is required, but space is limited to the first 10 child/grownup pairs.
Celebrate all year long at Celebration Storytime! Each session highlights a different special day, from cultural and seasonal celebrations to popular favorites like Pi Day, National Dog Day, Talk Like a Pirate Day, and more. Enjoy themed stories, songs, and activities that help children explore the traditions, meanings, and fun behind each special celebration. Open to all ages. This week's featured celebration is Thanksgiving.
Celebrate all year long at Celebration Storytime! Each session highlights a different special day, from cultural and seasonal celebrations to popular favorites like Pi Day, National Dog Day, Talk Like a Pirate Day, and more. Enjoy themed stories, songs, and activities that help children explore the traditions, meanings, and fun behind each special celebration. Open to all ages. This week's featured celebration is Thanksgiving.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
Join us for a fun program designed to set your little ones on the path to becoming lifelong readers! Through a mix of singing, talking, playing, writing, and reading, we'll introduce your baby to the five essential literacy skills in a playful way. We'll enjoy stories and songs that highlight each skill and wrap up with a short play session. For children under 2 with a grownup.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
Join us for a special baby storytime where you can craft a one-of-a-kind handprint or footprint keepsake! Enjoy engaging stories and songs while creating a memorable piece of art to take home or gift to a loved one. For children under 2 with a grownup. Participants should pick up a numbered entry ticket on the day of the event at the Children's Services Desk. Tickets will be given out 15 minutes before the program begins on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited to 50 pairs.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
Join us for a special Family Storytime presented in Mandarin, featuring stories, songs, and fun activities! Open to all ages.
Join us for a special Family Storytime presented in Spanish, featuring stories, songs, and fun activities! Open to all ages. ¡Acompáñanos a una sesión de cuentos especial en español para toda la familia donde leemos cuentos, cantamos y hacemos actividades divertidas! Abierto a todas las edades.
Join us for stories, simple poses, and mindfulness activities at this yoga-themed storytime. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel. Open to all ages with a grownup.
Celebrate all year long at Celebration Storytime! Each session highlights a different special day. Enjoy themed stories, songs, and activities that help children explore the traditions, meanings, and fun behind each special celebration. Open to all ages. This week's featured celebration is Illinois' Birthday.
Unleash your creative side! Learn about an inspiring artist, then create your own masterpiece with easy, step-by-step instructions. For grades 6-12. No registration required, but space is limited to the first 12 participants. This month we will be creating artwork inspired by Enfant Précoce.
CHAR-meander over to the Library and join fellow trainers to play, chat, and share your love for all things Pokémon! Bring along your favorite Pokémon art, cards, or collectibles for a show-and-tell session. For grades 1-5 with a grownup.
Celebrate all year long at Celebration Storytime! Each session highlights a different special day, from cultural and seasonal celebrations to popular favorites like Pi Day, National Dog Day, Talk Like a Pirate Day, and more. Enjoy themed stories, songs, and activities that help children explore the traditions, meanings, and fun behind each special celebration. Open to all ages. This week's featured celebration is Illinois' Birthday.
Join us for the classic storytime, filled with stories, songs, and fun activities. Designed for children of all ages and their grownups, it's a perfect way to spend quality time together while learning and playing with others! Open to all ages.
Celebrate all year long at Celebration Storytime! Each session highlights a different special day. Enjoy themed stories, songs, and activities that help children explore the traditions, meanings, and fun behind each special celebration. Open to all ages. This week's featured celebration is Illinois' Birthday.
Naperville is Chicago's largest western suburb, with the Riverwalk along the DuPage River and Centennial Beach, a quarry turned swimming hole, as its centrepiece. The DuPage Children's Museum and Naper Settlement's living history village are the family fixtures. Naperville Public Library runs three branches.
Holiday events for kids in Naperville, 2026: tree lightings, light displays, Santa visits and gingerbread workshops, day by day.
39 children’s events are on in Naperville in the next seven days, read every night from the calendars of Naperville Public Library (3 branches, 406 upcoming programmes). Library programmes are free. Museum and zoo events say “admission may apply”; check the venue for prices.
38 places to collect. Tap “I'm here” when you're at one and the stamp goes in your book; collect 5 and print the certificate.
Stamps live on your phone. Open your passport to see them all, print the certificate, or save them to your email.
Yes and no. Every event, time, address and link is open to anyone. An account only lets you save outings you plan to go to.
Each library and venue calendar is re-read every night, so a cancelled storytime disappears within a day. Times are shown in Naperville’s own time zone.
Babies and toddlers, preschoolers, early grades, tweens and teens. Pick an age range above to narrow the list; leave them all off to see everything.
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