Events Calendar
Handbell Concert
First Congregational Church of Western Springs 1106 Chestnut Street, Western SpringsWeek of Events
Take and Make
Stop by the Youth Services department to pick up your very own craft kit to enjoy at home, available while supplies last!
Unplug and Play Screen Free Week: Family Mini Golf Night
Challenge yourself and your family to UNPLUG! Then, have a blast exploring other activities! Have a blast with some good old fashioned mini golf at the Stone Creek Miniature Golf Course. Kids 12 and under golf free. No registration required.
Free Comic Book Day
Stop by the library to celebrate Free Comic Book Day! We've partnered with Blerds Underground in La Grange for a special selection of Free Comic Book Day 2023 edition comics for you to take home. Plus, we'll have a table where you can make your own buttons using panels from recycled comic books!
Soap Box Derby
Soap Box Derby
Since 1985 the All-American Soap Box Derby has sanctioned rally racing. Since its inception the All-American rally program has grown into a very popular racing format. Rally racing affords families the opportunity to gain driving experience: to test ideas and concepts; to meet new people; to try new racing tracks; and most importantly, to have...
Spring Planting on the Farm
Spring Planting on the Farm
Tour the farmhouse to learn how farm families worked together to get spring planting done and what went into planning the kitchen garden. Throughout the spring, you might also get to see the farmers work in fields and the gardens planting the yearโs crops. Tours leave on the hour. Suggested admission donation of $5 per...
Spring Concert
Spring Concert
The Northbrook Symphony Orchestra (NSO) announces the third performance of its 43rd season on Sunday, April 30th, 2023 at 4pm in Northbrook, IL. Adults and children of all ages are invited to attend the Spring Concert featuring world-renowned musician and leader, Maestro Robert Chen. Mr. Chen has held the role of Concertmaster of the Chicago...
Handbell Concert
Handbell Concert
The Agape Ringers, Chicagoland's premier community handbell ensemble, is playing a FREE concert in Western Springs on April 30th, with pieces like the Sleeping Beauty Waltz, "Bolero," and "Brazil" on the program.
Baby Day: Storytime, Tour, and Craft
Baby Day: Storytime, Tour, and Craft
What can the library do for babies and their caregivers? Lots! Join us for Mother Goose & Me Storytime at 9:30, then stick around for a tour of what the Library has to offer you and your infant, plus make a simple craft to take home. Live in-person. No registration. Sleeping babies welcome.
Spring Planting on the Farm
Spring Planting on the Farm
Tour the farmhouse to learn how farm families worked together to get spring planting done and what went into planning the kitchen garden. Throughout the spring, you might also get to see the farmers work in fields and the gardens planting the yearโs crops. Tours leave on the hour. Suggested admission donation of $5 per...
Shadow Puppets
Shadow Puppets
Experiment with shadow and light as you make props to use as shadow puppets! (Grades Kโ5)
Unplug and Play Screen Free Week: Family Night
Unplug and Play Screen Free Week: Family Night
Challenge yourself and your family to UNPLUG! Then, have a blast exploring other activities! Bring the whole family and join us for a great night of fun-filled entertainment and an ice cream treat at Sunset Community Center! FREE but registration is required.
Preschool Parents Coffee and Conversation
Preschool Parents Coffee and Conversation
Drop in for Coffee and a treat! Once a month we will be hosting a get-together for parents of preschoolers. Parents are invited to stop by the Village Hall Board Room to connect with other Brookfield parents and enjoy adult conversation. There's no need to register for this fee event. Just come and join the...
Family Tea Time with Teddy Bear
Family Tea Time with Teddy Bear
Enjoy a special family tea time! The whole family, including any special stuffed animals, is invited for storytime followed by tea time (juice and cookies) and a craft. (One registration per family.)
Unplug and Play Screen Free Week: Scavenger Hunt
Unplug and Play Screen Free Week: Scavenger Hunt
Challenge yourself and your family to UNPLUG! Then, have a blast exploring other activities! Begin at the Sunset Community Center to get your information clue packet then head to three different parks in Geneva. Families will embark on a scavenger hunt to find various items, take pictures, and more! FREE but registration is required.
Spring Planting on the Farm
Spring Planting on the Farm
Tour the farmhouse to learn how farm families worked together to get spring planting done and what went into planning the kitchen garden. Throughout the spring, you might also get to see the farmers work in fields and the gardens planting the yearโs crops. Tours leave on the hour. Suggested admission donation of $5 per...
May the Fourth: Star Wars Crafts
May the Fourth: Star Wars Crafts
Join us to make a paper plate BB8 and a watercolor resist Death Star! All supplies provided. Little hands will need help from big hands.
Polish Storytime
Polish Storytime
For families with children 7 & under with an adult caregiver. All are welcome to this storytime presented in Polish and English by The Language Labs.
Dรญa de los Niรฑos Craft Time
Dรญa de los Niรฑos Craft Time
Drop by the Children's Services Department during this craft time to complete a special Dรญa craft, while supplies last! (All ages, preschoolers with a grownup)
Summer Music Series
Summer Music Series
Live music is the best part of summer โ enjoy 40 live music events coming summer 2023! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the heart of Wheaton from May through September. Rotating between outdoor dining destinations, this series gives diners the opportunity to enjoy live music while trying all...
Star Wars Family Trivia Night
Star Wars Family Trivia Night
May the 4th be with you in playing fun Star Wars trivia. Every child will leave with a fun Star Wars prize. Please register each family member who will attend.
Spring Planting on the Farm
Spring Planting on the Farm
Tour the farmhouse to learn how farm families worked together to get spring planting done and what went into planning the kitchen garden. Throughout the spring, you might also get to see the farmers work in fields and the gardens planting the yearโs crops. Tours leave on the hour. Suggested admission donation of $5 per...
First Fridays
First Fridays
First Fridays is a night of art, fun, music, dance, and community at local businesses and venues in downtown Aurora on the first Friday evening of the month. First Fridays in Downtown Aurora invites the community to enjoy art, music, food, theater, and more on the first Friday of the month. First Friday venues have...
Summer Music Series
Summer Music Series
Live music is the best part of summer โ enjoy 40 live music events coming summer 2023! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the heart of Wheaton from May through September. Rotating between outdoor dining destinations, this series gives diners the opportunity to enjoy live music while trying all...
Young Adult Book Club Meeting
Young Adult Book Club Meeting
Join us in store for our young adult book club meeting! This month we will be discussing Spell Bound by F. T. Lukens. The meeting will begin at 7pm. We hope to see you here!
Mama Market
Mama Market
It's the MONTH OF MAMA kick off event! We have so much to celebrate - One Year of East DuPage West Cook, 100's of mamas who have come to classes, 100's of babies who have joined our village and dozens of local businesses who have helped us grow. Let's get the gang together and PARTY...
Free Comic Book Day
Free Comic Book Day
Pow! Zap! Join us to celebrate Free Comic Book day with... free comic books! Visit our Youth and Reference desks and take home your favorite. Visit any of our library locations on Saturday, May 6, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to pick up a FREE comic in celebration of Free Comic Book Day! Children's...
Free Comic Book Day
Free Comic Book Day
Stop by and pick up a free comic. While supplies last. Kid's titles are in the kid's room; adult and teen upstairs.
Forest Tea Party
Forest Tea Party
Join us for a woodland tea party with unstructured free play, stories, and engage with natural materials. Light refreshments will be available.
Play and Stay
Play and Stay
Bring your baby to the library to play and get to know some other local parents and caregivers. We'll provide lots of fun toys, discussion topics, and refreshments! For babies ages 0-24 months.
Comic Book Club
Spring Planting on the Farm
Spring Planting on the Farm
Tour the farmhouse to learn how farm families worked together to get spring planting done and what went into planning the kitchen garden. Throughout the spring, you might also get to see the farmers work in fields and the gardens planting the yearโs crops. Tours leave on the hour. Suggested admission donation of $5 per...
FanFest Face Painting
FanFest Face Painting
Unleash the hero within with face painting! Celebrate FanFest and Free Comic Book Day by have your face painted!
Geek Fest
Geek Fest
Come celebrate your favorite fandoms, with comics, trivia, cartooning classes, a glow stick dance party, table top gaming, a costume contest, and more! Geek Fest will be happening on the main floor and lower level of the library. Registration required for cartooning classes. Please see online calendar to register.
Jump Like A Jedi
Jump Like A Jedi
Use the Force to reach great heights and join the rebellion for a morning of jumping! Participants will get to meet and interact with characters from Star Wars while they bounce and play in our inflatable jump house and obstacle course. All participants must be accompanied by a paying adult. Register early for a discounted...
Fox River Frenzy
Fox River Frenzy
Fun adventure activities for the whole family, featuring the 1st EVER Dash4Cash Race.
Mental Health Awareness Day
Mental Health Awareness Day
Presentation by Dr. Noni Coleman, Storytelling, Arts and Crafts, and Goodie Bags
Fiesta in the Park
Fiesta in the Park
Join our festive Cinco de Mayo Celebration Live music by Mariachi Singer, Luis Alfredo Folkloric Dance performance by La Academia Dance Studio
Putt-Putt and Away Mini Golf Tournament
Putt-Putt and Away Mini Golf Tournament
Suit up in your best superhero costume and putt your way to victory. Finish out the night with a soft drink and treat on the Holes & Knolls patio. Prizes for best individual costume, best group costume, and most creative costume will be awarded. Kids must be accompanied with an adult, but only kids need...
Summer Music Series
Summer Music Series
Live music is the best part of summer โ enjoy 40 live music events coming summer 2023! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the heart of Wheaton from May through September. Rotating between outdoor dining destinations, this series gives diners the opportunity to enjoy live music while trying all...
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