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.
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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! |
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September 1 - November 30 Take a Fall stroll and enjoy the latest StoryWalk® featuring Doris by Lo Cole. |
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Programs for Children (Registration Required, Unless Noted Otherwise)
| The Cradle Will Rock | Ages 9 - 24 months Sign-up here |
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Fridays, | 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. Books, music, songs, and fingerplays for caregiver and baby. |
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| Puppy Dog Tales | Ages 2 - 3 years Sign-up here |
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Thursdays, | 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. An inviting and engaging time for caregiver and child to enjoy books, songs, and a simple craft together. |
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| Storytime | Ages 3 - 5 years Sign-up here |
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Wednesdays, | 1:15 - 2:00 p.m. 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. |
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| Coding Club | Grades 3 - 8 Sign-up here |
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Wednesday, December 4th | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. If you're interested in coding, no matter your experience level, the Coding Club is for you! |
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| Game Night | Youth All Ages No Registration Needed | 0
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Monday, December 9th | 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. Whether you’re into board games, card games, or something new, we’ve got something for everyone. Bring friends or make new ones. |
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| Junior Picassos | Grades 3 - 8 Sign-up here |
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Saturday, December 14th | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Be a part of the Jr. Picassos Art Club and channel your creativity through drawing, painting, and crafts. No experience needed. |
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| Drop In Crafts | Youth All Ages No Registration Needed | 0
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Fridays: December 20th, January 17th, and February 21st 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. |
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| Kid's Book Club | Grades 4 - 8 Sign-up here |
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Tuesday, December 17th | 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. |
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| Cookie Decorating | Grades: 6 - 8 Sign-up here |
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Thursday, December 19th | 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Come to the library for some cookie-decorating fun! Cookies and decorating materials will be provided. Register early, space is limited! |
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| Hot Chocolate Party | Grades: 1 - 2 Sign-up here |
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Wednesday, January 3rd | 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Craving hot chocolate on a wintery day? Cozy up at the library with a storytime, craft, and hot chocolate, of course! Get ready for a hot chocolate bar. |
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| Reader’s Theater Presents | Grades 4 - 6 Sign-up here |
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Thursday, January 9th | 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Catch the Acting Bug! We’re looking for kids who want to laugh and have fun reading and acting out stories. No acting experience necessary (and no memorizing!). Friends and families are invited to join us at 8:00 p.m. for the group’s performance. |
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| Kid's Book Club | Grades 4 - 8 Sign-up here |
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Tuesday, January 14th | 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. |
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| Middle School Advisory Board | Grades 6 - 8 Sign-up here |
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Thursday, January 16th | 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Interested in collaborating with other kids, helping your community, and having fun doing it? Join the Middle School Advisory Board! (Pizza will be served at every meeting!) |
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| Cartooning Adventure | Grades 4 - 8 Sign-up here |
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Monday, January 20th | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Professional cartoonist Mark Anderson leads us on a drawing adventure. You decide (and draw) where we’ll go, what we’ll do, and who we’ll encounter on an epic trek. Come and see what happens! |
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| Graphic Novel Book Tasting | Grades 1 - 3 Sign-up here |
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Monday, January 20th | 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. |
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| Paint Our Windows | Grades 6 - 8 Sign-up here |
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Tuesday, January 21st | 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Our walls and carpet got a makeover, but not our windows. Help us create some picturesque winter scenes. Dress for a mess. |
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| Winter Wonderland Experiments | Grades 3 - 4 Sign-up here |
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Tuesday, January 21st | 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. It’s a winter wonderland at the library with these experiments! |
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| Aventuras de Invierno / Winter Adventures | Preescolar - 2do. Grado / PreK - Grade 2 Sign-up here |
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martes, 28 de enero | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. /Tuesday, January 28th | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. ¡Vengan preparados para cantar y disfrutar de cuentos y rimas! Después habrá tiempo para jugar o hacer una manualidad. Presentado en lenguaje dual Español e Inglés. |
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| Valentine Creations | Grades K - 8 Sign-up here |
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Tuesday, February 11th | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Create a card for someone special for Valentine’s Day! We’ll provide inspiration, supplies, and Valentine’s treats. |
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| One More Slime | Grades 1 - 3 Sign-up here |
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Monday, February 17th | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Create your own slime at the library slime factory. Learn a little about the hows and whys of slime too. |
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| Kid's Book Club | Grades 4 - 8 Sign-up here |
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Tuesday, February 18th | 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. |
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| Cuentos y Chocolate / Stories and Chocolate | Preescolar - 2do. Grado / PreK - Grade 2 Sign-up here |
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martes, 25 de febrero | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m / Tuesday, February 25th | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Acompáñanos y disfruta de una rica taza de chocolate, ¡fabulosas historias! además de una simple manualidad y ¡mucha diversión! Presentado en lenguaje dual Español e Inglés. |
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| Northern Lights | Grades 1 - 3 Sign-up here |
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Wednesday, February 26th | 5:00 - 5:45 p.m. Light up your imagination, learn about one of the most wondrous things in nature - the Northern Lights, and create one to take home! All supplies will be provided. |
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