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Upcoming Youth Events

Wed, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Storytime Tree Area
¡La hora del cuento diseñada para bebés y su acompañante ha... more
¡La hora del cuento diseñada para bebés y su acompañante ha llegado! Disfrutaran de cuentos cortos, música, rimas, y canciones.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Jun 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room
If you’re interested in coding, no matter your experience level, the... more
If you’re interested in coding, no matter your experience level, the Coding Club is for you. You can register for as many (or as few!) sessions as you like!
Registration is now closed

Thu, Jun 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services
Discover a new activity that will surprise you! ¡Descubre una nueva... more
Discover a new activity that will surprise you! ¡Descubre una nueva actividad que te sorprenderá!

Thu, Jun 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Outdoors
Join us for an outdoor family storytime at the park! Enjoy some stories... more
Join us for an outdoor family storytime at the park! Enjoy some stories in the fresh air. An adult must remain with the child during storytime.

Thu, Jun 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room60
Catch the Acting Bug! We’re looking for kids who want to laugh and... more
Catch the Acting Bug! We’re looking for kids who want to laugh and have fun reading and acting out stories. Friends and families are invited to join us at 7:30 p.m. for the group’s performance.

Fri, Jun 20, All day
Youth Craft Table Area
Drop in to the library and create a fun craft! Follow us on Facebook to... more
Drop in to the library and create a fun craft! Follow us on Facebook to see what craft we are making. Little ones may need some help.

Fri, Jun 20, 9:30am - 10:30am
You have one hour to escape or you’ll be trapped in the mansion... more
You have one hour to escape or you’ll be trapped in the mansion forever! Each session has a limit of 7 people. You can sign up individually or as a group.

Fri, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Storytime Tree Area
Books, music, songs, fingerplays, and bubbles for caregiver and baby.

Fri, Jun 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm
You have one hour to escape or you’ll be trapped in the mansion... more
You have one hour to escape or you’ll be trapped in the mansion forever! Each session has a limit of 7 people. You can sign up individually or as a group.

Fri, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
You have one hour to escape or you’ll be trapped in the mansion... more
You have one hour to escape or you’ll be trapped in the mansion forever! Each session has a limit of 7 people. You can sign up individually or as a group.

Mon, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Youth Program Room60
Spread your wings and join us at the library for some butterfly fun.... more
Spread your wings and join us at the library for some butterfly fun. Enjoy stories, a craft, and learn all about these beautiful creatures.

Mon, Jun 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room60
Learn to sew by hand. We will make a project from start to finish.... more
Learn to sew by hand. We will make a project from start to finish. Please sign up for one session only.

Mon, Jun 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Youth Craft Table Area
Help us create some cool summer scenes. Make Youth Services a relaxing... more
Help us create some cool summer scenes. Make Youth Services a relaxing place this summer.

Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Come meet Stella, a Linnaeus's two-toed sloth, and her human who will... more
Come meet Stella, a Linnaeus's two-toed sloth, and her human who will teach us about sloths and answer your questions.

Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Stick around to take your picture with Stella! Only for kids ages 3-12.... more
Stick around to take your picture with Stella! Only for kids ages 3-12. Registration required.
This event is full

Tue, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room60
Join your child in engaging their senses as they explore and uncover a... more
Join your child in engaging their senses as they explore and uncover a variety of textures, sounds, scents, colors, and patterns.

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room60
Join your child in engaging their senses as they explore and uncover a... more
Join your child in engaging their senses as they explore and uncover a variety of textures, sounds, scents, colors, and patterns.

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Storytime Tree Area
¡La hora del cuento diseñada para bebés y su acompañante ha... more
¡La hora del cuento diseñada para bebés y su acompañante ha llegado! Disfrutaran de cuentos cortos, música, rimas, y canciones.

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room
If you’re interested in coding, no matter your experience level, the... more
If you’re interested in coding, no matter your experience level, the Coding Club is for you. You can register for as many (or as few!) sessions as you like!

Wed, Jun 25, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Youth Program Room60
Hear a story, make a simple craft, get some wiggles out, and have lots... more
Hear a story, make a simple craft, get some wiggles out, and have lots of fun! Children should be able to attend without a parent.

Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room60
Light up your imagination, and learn about one of the most wondrous... more
Light up your imagination, and learn about one of the most wondrous things in nature—the Northern Lights—and create one to take home!

Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room60
An inviting and engaging time for caregiver and child to enjoy books,... more
An inviting and engaging time for caregiver and child to enjoy books, songs, and a simple craft together.

Thu, Jun 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room60
Babies to preschoolers (and their siblings) are invited to enjoy great... more
Babies to preschoolers (and their siblings) are invited to enjoy great stories at this evening storytime. Great for families with kids of multiple ages.

Fri, Jun 27, All day
Youth Craft Table Area
Drop in to the library and create a fun craft! Follow us on Facebook to... more
Drop in to the library and create a fun craft! Follow us on Facebook to see what craft we are making. Little ones may need some help.

Fri, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Storytime Tree Area
Books, music, songs, fingerplays, and bubbles for caregiver and baby.

Mon, Jun 30, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Come to the library for an exciting Minecraft adventure! Complete... more
Come to the library for an exciting Minecraft adventure! Complete challenges, overcome obstacles, and more. We’ll provide the computers and Minecraft accounts. Please sign up for one session only.

Mon, Jun 30, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Learn to sew by hand. We will make a project from start to finish.... more
Learn to sew by hand. We will make a project from start to finish. Please sign up for one session only.

Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Outdoors
Join us for an outdoor family storytime at the park! Enjoy some stories... more
Join us for an outdoor family storytime at the park! Enjoy some stories in the fresh air. An adult must remain with the child during storytime.

Tue, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room60
We’ll give you a bag of craft items, and you’ll create something... more
We’ll give you a bag of craft items, and you’ll create something with them. Sounds fun—what’s the catch? You have to use ALL the items in your bag.

Tue, Jul 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth Program Room60
Join us for stories, songs, and fun activities in English and... more
Join us for stories, songs, and fun activities in English and Spanish. Acompáñanos para disfrutar de cuentos, canciones, y divertidas actividades en Inglés y Español.

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room
If you’re interested in coding, no matter your experience level, the... more
If you’re interested in coding, no matter your experience level, the Coding Club is for you. You can register for as many (or as few!) sessions as you like!

Wed, Jul 02, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Youth Program Room60
Hear a story, make a simple craft, get some wiggles out, and have lots... more
Hear a story, make a simple craft, get some wiggles out, and have lots of fun! Children should be able to attend without a parent.

Thu, Jul 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room60
An inviting and engaging time for caregiver and child to enjoy books,... more
An inviting and engaging time for caregiver and child to enjoy books, songs, and a simple craft together.

Thu, Jul 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room60
Babies to preschoolers (and their siblings) are invited to enjoy great... more
Babies to preschoolers (and their siblings) are invited to enjoy great stories at this evening storytime. Great for families with kids of multiple ages.

Fri, Jul 04, All day
*Conference Room B,*Conference Room A,*Study Room A,*Study Room B,Board Room,Community Room,Garden Lounge,Readers Services Area,Youth Program Room60,Youth Services,Youth Storytime Tree Area
Closed on Friday, July 4 for Independence Day.

Fri, Jul 04, All day
Youth Craft Table Area
Drop in to the library and create a fun craft! Follow us on Facebook to... more
Drop in to the library and create a fun craft! Follow us on Facebook to see what craft we are making. Little ones may need some help.

Sat, Jul 05, 10:00am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room60
Explore science at the library with a cool new science project each... more
Explore science at the library with a cool new science project each month. June 7: Volcanoes July 5: Aerodynamics August 2: Electricity

All Youth Events

New arrivals

To find new arrivals in the library, ask for help at the Ask Me Desk.

NEW! Picture Books


  • New Picture Books
    • Can you spot animals?
    • Un tropezón de tres años : basado en un cuento popular coreano
    • I am not your hat!
    • The baby who stayed awake forever
    • What is scarier than thunder?
    • Head full of clouds

NEW! Kids Movies


  • New Kids Movies
    • Moana two
    • Sonic the Hedgehog three
    • Mufasa, the Lion King
    • Dog Man
    • Paddington in Peru
    • Migration

NEW! Juvenile Fiction


  • New Juvenile Fiction
    • The magician next door
    • Toto
    • Attack of the cheez funk breath!
    • To the rescue!
    • Miriam's magical creature files. 1
    • Play ball!

How do I?

  • ADA Accommodations
    We can provide accommodations for physical access, communications, or other needs to ensure that services, activities, and programs are available to individuals with disabilities.
  • Get a Library Card
    Any resident of the City of Rolling Meadows is entitled to a library card. Minors must have a parent or guardian sign a responsibility statement.
  • Make a Suggestion
    Fill out the online suggestion box form with your comments or suggestions on the library. You can also submit your suggestions anonymously at the library's physical suggestion box.
  • Stay Connected
    Stay informed about what's going on at the Library. Sign-up for library email news updates and follow us on social media.
  • Volunteer
    You are never too young to start giving back. We have volunteering opportunities for younger and older kids.