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Stories, songs, and fun with the Language Academy of Park Ridge.
Registration required (2 spots remaining)Register for eventEnjoy a bilingual storytime featuring songs, stories, and rhymes for the whole family.
Registration fullJoin waitlistDevelop language, social-emotional, and motor skills through exploratory play. Drop in.
Taste and rate unique snacks from around the world. A new country or continent will be featured at each event.Disclaimer(s): Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy,…
A unique opportunity for native and non-native English speakers to improve their reading and writing skills. A small, friendly group led by a teacher and volunteer tutors meets twice weekly.
Registration requiredRegister for eventIt's time to race to be the best! Compete for prizes and bragging rights.
Registration fullJoin waitlistRhymes, songs, and fun for our youngest patrons.
Register once for the entire ten-week session. Please register with the number of children attending.
Registration fullJoin waitlistWear your dancing shoes and join the Youth Services Librarians as they twirl into the week. Just drop in.
Shake your sillies out at this fun, interactive storytime. Register once for the entire ten-week session. Please register with the number of children attending.
Registration fullJoin waitlistShake your sillies out at this fun, interactive storytime.
Register once for the entire ten-week session. Please register with the number of children attending.
Registration fullJoin waitlistA unique opportunity for native and non-native English speakers to improve their reading and writing skills. A small, friendly group led by a teacher and volunteer tutors meets twice weekly.
Registration requiredRegister for eventFollowing the death of her beloved grandmother, 8-year-old Nelly visits her mother’s childhood where she is drawn to a neighbor her own age building a treehouse. A tender tale of childhood grief, memory and connection. Drop in.
Share rhymes, bounces, and tickles on your caregiver's lap.
Register once for the entire ten-week session.
Registration fullJoin waitlistLet's create! Celebrate art through stories, songs, and hands-on activities. Register once for the entire ten-week session. Please register with the number of children attending.
Registration fullJoin waitlistAdults with intellectual and developmental disabilities read, make friends, and have fun together in this book club. If you’re interested in becoming a member contact Janet McIntyre, Community Engagement Librarian, (847)-729-7500 ext. 2612.
Let's create! Celebrate art through stories, songs, and hands-on activities. Register once for the entire ten-week session. Please register with the number of children attending.
Registration fullJoin waitlistLearn file organization, storage, and navigation tips for Apple computers. Demonstration only.
A limited number of seats are available for this in-person program. If you would like to watch this program virtually on Zoom, please click here.
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