The Rolling Meadows Library offers its patrons year-round entertainment with various programs and events. No matter what your interests are, we are sure you will find something that educates, informs, enriches, inspires, and entertains you!

Persons with disabilities can arrange for special assistance by calling the library at least two weeks prior to any program.

We are thrilled to welcome you back to in-person programs at the library!
We recommend registering to guarantee your spot, but drop-ins are welcome if space permits.
Come to the Ask Me Desk or call 847-259-6050 x140 for more information.

Program sign-up can be done by phone, online or during your next visit to the Youth Area.

READ!
The concept is simple, the rewards are priceless.
Read a book (any book) to your newborn, infant, and/or toddler.
The goal is to have read 1,000 books (yes, you can repeat books) before your precious one starts kindergarten.
Get more details & Get Started at the Ask Me Desk!

Ongoing Activities for Children

StoryWalk®

Check-It Out!

Spring is the perfect time to head out to North Salk Park and enjoy the latest StoryWalk® featuring Spring is Here: A Bear and Mole Story by Will Hillenbrand.
The story begins behind the Rolling Meadows Community Center and ends at the library's parking lot.
Note: The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition and the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.

Programs for Children (Registration Required, Unless Noted Otherwise)

Drop In Crafts

Youth All Ages
No Registration Needed

Friday, May 31st - August 30th

Drop in to the library to create a new craft every week. Follow us on Facebook to see what we are making. Little ones may need some help.

Buzz on Cicadas

Grades: 1 - 4
Sign-up here

Tuesday, June 4th | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

It’s a bug-tastic program not to be missed!
Bring your curiosity and join us for a buzzing good time.

Cartooning Adventure with Andertoons

Grades: 4 - 8
Sign-up here

Friday, June 7th | 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Professional cartoonist Mark Anderson leads us on a drawing adventure.
You decide (and draw) where we’ll go and what we'll do on our epic trek.

Jr Picassos

Grades: 3 - 8
Sign-up here

Saturday, June 8th | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Channel your artistic creativity through drawing, painting, and crafts.

Drop In Shrinky Dinks

Youth All Ages
No Registration Needed

Monday, June 10th | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Design your own Shrinky Dink creation.
Stop by the Ask Me Desk for supplies.

Dual Language Fiesta!

Grades: K - 2
Sign-up here

Tuesday, June 11th | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

The fun never ends at our exciting bilingual bash.
Get ready to FIESTA!

Minecraft Mayhem

Grades: 4 - 6
Sign-up here

Thursday, June 13th | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Dive into a Minecraft water park where you’ll tackle water slides,
obstacle courses and diving boards.

Explore Art - Neon Style!

Grades: PreK - 1
Sign-up here

Monday, June 17th | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Brighten up your life with dazzling creations and experiment with neon
style art. Dress for a mess!

Explore Art - Neon Style!

Grades: 2 - 4
Sign-up here

Monday, June 17th | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Brighten up your life with dazzling creations and experiment with neon
style art. Dress for a mess!

Dual Language Fiesta!

Grades: K - 2
Sign-up here

Tuesday, June 18th | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

The fun never ends at our exciting bilingual bash.
Get ready to FIESTA!

Kid's Book Club

Grades: 4 - 8
Sign-up here

Wednesday, June 19th | 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.

Join the club for kids who love to read! We all read the same book,
then meet up to talk about it. Need help getting the book? Stop by
or call the Ask Me Desk. Limited eBooks and eAudiobooks are available on the Libby app.

Continental Adventures

Grades: 2 - 4
Sign-up here

Friday, June 21st | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Journey around the world one continent at a time.
Immerse yourself in a culture and a craft!

Science at the Library

Grades: 4 - 6
Sign-up here

Saturday, June 22nd | 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Explore science at the library with a new experiment or technique
each month. Are you up to the challenge?

Paint Our Windows

Grades: 4 - 8
Sign-up here

Monday, June 24th | 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Our windows are bare. Help us create unforgettable summer scenes.
Dress for a mess. Call the Ask Me Desk beginning June 1 to
sign up - space is limited!

Dual Language Fiesta!

Grades: K - 2
Sign-up here

Tuesday, June 25th | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

The fun never ends at our exciting bilingual bash.
Get ready to FIESTA!

Crafting Club

Grades: 3 - 6
Sign-up here

Wednesday, June 26th | 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

If you;re a crafty person, come to the
library for some special hands-on fun!

Eric Carle Celebration

Families
Reserve tickets here

Saturday, June 29th | 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Join us in the colorful celebration of Eric Carle - the beloved author, Illustrator, the creative genius! A day full of fun to encourage creativity and learning with handson activities, games and art, all inspired by some of the many books we know and love!!
Get your FREE tickets from the Ask Me Desk to guarantee your spot.

Continental Adventures

Grades: 2 - 4
Sign-up here

Friday, July 5th | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Journey around the world one continent at a time.
Immerse yourself in a culture and a craft!

Drop In Shrinky Dinks

Youth All Ages
No Registration Needed

Monday, July 8th | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Design your own Shrinky Dink creation.
Stop by the Ask Me Desk for supplies.

No-Bake Baking

Grades: 6 - 8
Sign-up here

Wednesday, July 10th | 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Do you like to bake? Whip up some sweet treats at our no-bake baking program.

PEEPS® Science

Grades: 1 - 3
Sign-up here

Thursday, July 11th | 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Dive into sweet science. Explore the secrets of this beloved marshmallow treat.

Jr Picassos

Grades: 3 - 8
Sign-up here

Saturday, July 13th | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Channel your artistic creativity through drawing, painting, and crafts.

Dual Language Fiesta!

Grades: K - 2
Sign-up here

Tuesday, July 16th | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

The fun never ends at our exciting bilingual bash.
Get ready to FIESTA!

Kid's Book Club

Grades: 4 - 8
Sign-up here

Wednesday, July 17th | 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.

Whodunit

Grades: 7 - 8
Sign-up here

Thursday, July 18th | 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Dive into a mystery-solving adventure. Get ready to unleash your inner detective during this interactive program.

Continental Adventures

Grades: 2 - 4
Sign-up here

Friday, July 19th | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Journey around the world one continent at a time.
Immerse yourself in a culture and a craft!

Explore Art - Neon Style!

Grades: PreK - 1
Sign-up here

Monday, July 22nd | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Brighten up your life with dazzling creations and experiment with neon
style art. Dress for a mess!

Explore Art - Neon Style!

Grades: 2 - 4
Sign-up here

Monday, July 22nd | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Brighten up your life with dazzling creations and experiment with neon
style art. Dress for a mess!

Dual Language Fiesta!

Grades: K - 2
Sign-up here

Tuesday, July 23rd | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

The fun never ends at our exciting bilingual bash.
Get ready to FIESTA!

Science at the Library

Grades: 4 - 6
Sign-up here

Saturday, July 27th | 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Explore science at the library with a new experiment or technique
each month. Are you up to the challenge?

Dual Language Fiesta!

Grades: K - 2
Sign-up here

Tuesday, July 30th | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

The fun never ends at our exciting bilingual bash.
Get ready to FIESTA!

Crafting Club

Grades: 3 - 6
Sign-up here

Wednesday, July 31st | 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

If you’re a crafty person, come to the
library for some special hands-on fun!

Continental Adventures

Grades: 2 - 4
Sign-up here

Friday, August 2nd | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Journey around the world one continent at a time.
Immerse yourself in a culture and a craft!

Candy Olympics

Grades: 3 - 7
Sign-up here

Saturday, August 3rd | 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.

Go for the gold at an unforgettable event filled with games, challenges, and of course, a generous dose of sweetness.

Self-Care Spa

Grades: 2 - 3
Sign-up here

Tuesday, August 6th | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Taking time just for ourselves helps us unwind, de-stress, and bounce back. Discover ways you can take care of you!

So You Think You're a Demigod?

Grades: 4 - 6
Sign-up here

Thursday, August 8 | 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Whether you're a seasoned camper at Camp Half-Blood or new to the series, this program promises excitement for all Percy Jackson fans. Don't miss out on this mythical adventure!

Being Bilingual Rocks!
with Alina Celeste and Mi Amigo Hamlet

Families
Reserve tickets here

Friday, August 9th | 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

Parents Choice Award Winners Alina Celeste and Mi Amigo Hamlet celebrate Bilingualism and Latin American Culture in this one-of-a-kind, interactive concert. Come ready to sing, dance and play musical games in a joyful, unique blend of cultures, sound and languages.
Get your FREE tickets from the Ask Me Desk to guarantee your spot.

Jr Picassos

Grades: 3 - 8
Sign-up here

Saturday, August 10th | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Channel your artistic creativity through drawing, painting, and crafts.

Graphic Novel Book Tasting

Grades: PreK - 2
Sign-up here

Monday, August 12th | 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.

Don’t miss out on this delicious literary feast! Join us for an adventure through the colorful and imaginative world of graphic novels.

Drop In Shrinky Dinks

Youth All Ages
No Registration Needed

Monday, August 12th | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Design your own Shrinky Dink creation.
Stop by the Ask Me Desk for supplies.

Dual Language Fiesta!

Grades: K - 2
Sign-up here

Tuesday, August 13th | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

The fun never ends at our exciting bilingual bash.
Get ready to FIESTA!

Continental Adventures

Grades: 2 - 4
Sign-up here

Friday, August 16th | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Journey around the world one continent at a time.
Immerse yourself in a culture and a craft!

Explore Art - Neon Style!

Grades: PreK - 1
Sign-up here

Monday, July 19th | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Brighten up your life with dazzling creations and experiment with neon
style art. Dress for a mess!

Explore Art - Neon Style!

Grades: 2 - 4
Sign-up here

Monday, August 19th | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Brighten up your life with dazzling creations and experiment with neon
style art. Dress for a mess!

Dual Language Fiesta!

Grades: K - 2
Sign-up here

Tuesday, August 20th | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

The fun never ends at our exciting bilingual bash.
Get ready to FIESTA!

Kid's Book Club

Grades: 4 - 8
Sign-up here

Wednesday, August 21st | 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.

Middle School 101

Grades: 6 - 7
Sign-up here

Thursday, August 22nd | 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Everything you need to know about starting your Middle School adventure. Get ready for the school year!

Science at the Library

Grades: 4 - 6
Sign-up here

Saturday, August 24th | 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Explore science at the library with a new experiment or technique
each month. Are you up to the challenge?

Dual Language Fiesta!

Grades: K - 2
Sign-up here

Tuesday, August 27th | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

The fun never ends at our exciting bilingual bash.
Get ready to FIESTA!

Crafting Club

Grades: 3 - 6
Sign-up here

Wednesday, August 28th | 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

If you're a crafty person, come to the
library for some special hands-on fun!

Continental Adventures

Grades: 2 - 4
Sign-up here

Friday, August 30th | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Journey around the world one continent at a time.
Immerse yourself in a culture and a craft!

Visit the Library and Check Out a Museum!

Ages: Children of all ages
When: Ongoing

The Rolling Meadows Library is a participant in the Museum Adventure Pass program.
Rolling Meadows Library cardholders will be able to check out passes to participating museums and cultural organizations throughout the Chicago Metropolitan area. Passes will be valid for a full seven days from checkout. There will be four (4) passes available per museum per week.

Specifics on entry vary by museum/cultural organization, and this information will be prominently listed on the passes - e.g. 4 people, 2 people, by car (Botanical Garden); if admission/parking is free, or it could be an incentive such as a free audio tour (Oriental Institute).

For a list of participating museums, click here.

Find out which passes are currently available and guidelines for your museum visit by calling the Library at 847-259-6050, extension 140.