YOUTH SERVICES' PROGRAMS
We offer a variety of fun and educational programs for toddlers through sixth grade. We are always open to suggestions for the type of programs you would like to see at the library. Check out the Storytime Page for a weekly schedule of storytimes for children aged 6 months through second grade. Also, take a look at the Tyler's Time page for special programs. Go on the Calendar of Events for a full list of monthly programs.
You are now able to register for Youth Services' programs from your home computer in addition to in- person or by phone. Log onto the library website at http://www.lagrangelibrary.org/then click on the Calendar of Events tab. Find the first day of the program you wish to register for and click on the title of the program. Fill out the required lines on the registration form. If you need assistance registering online or would like to register by phone, contact Youth Services at 352-0576.
REGISTRATION FOR FEBRUARY PROGRAMS BEGINS MONDAY, JANUARY 30.
REGISTRATION FOR MARCH PROGRAMS BEGINS THURSDAY, MARCH 1.
REGISTRATION FOR APRIL PROGRAMS BEGINS MONDAY, MARCH 26.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PROGRAMS UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
PROGRAMS FOR PRESCHOOLERS
SPANISH STORYTIME presented by Language Stars
Children ages 6 month to 6 years
Friday,February 10, March 16 and April 13,11:00 a.m.
Take part in a storytime presented entirely in Spanish. These storytimes will be presented by a native Spanish speaker from Language Stars in Hinsdale. This is a perfect opportunity for native speakers to hear a storytime in Spanish as well as for non-native speakers to experience the Spanish language through picture books, song and other activities appropriate for preschoolers. Registration is not require
Children ages 6 month to 6 years
Friday,February 10, March 16 and April 13,11:00 a.m.
Take part in a storytime presented entirely in Spanish. These storytimes will be presented by a native Spanish speaker from Language Stars in Hinsdale. This is a perfect opportunity for native speakers to hear a storytime in Spanish as well as for non-native speakers to experience the Spanish language through picture books, song and other activities appropriate for preschoolers. Registration is not require
PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN
KIDS READ
Similar to the Big Read for Adults, La Grange kids are again invited to partake in a community wide literary event for young people. We will be reading The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick. The story is told in a combination of words and pictures. Stop by the library for the Resource Guide listing all the programs offered at participating libraries. Patrons are welcome to attend any program. The following programs are offered at the La Grange Library:
Similar to the Big Read for Adults, La Grange kids are again invited to partake in a community wide literary event for young people. We will be reading The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick. The story is told in a combination of words and pictures. Stop by the library for the Resource Guide listing all the programs offered at participating libraries. Patrons are welcome to attend any program. The following programs are offered at the La Grange Library:
Make-Your-Own Mechanical Man
Grades 3-6
Monday, March 5, 3:45-4:45pm
Inspired by the story of Hugo Cabret, create your very own 3D Mechanical Man out of an incredible variety of recycled materials! Combine wires, beads, nuts, bolts, buttons, tubes, bottles, cardboard, cloth, and more to make your invention come to life. Give your Mechanical Man a name and have him write you or someone you love a secret message!
Grades 3-6
Monday, March 5, 3:45-4:45pm
Inspired by the story of Hugo Cabret, create your very own 3D Mechanical Man out of an incredible variety of recycled materials! Combine wires, beads, nuts, bolts, buttons, tubes, bottles, cardboard, cloth, and more to make your invention come to life. Give your Mechanical Man a name and have him write you or someone you love a secret message!
Mad Science-Shutterbugs
Grades 3-6
Wednesday, March 7, 3:45-4:45pm
What does a lens do? How did the idea of motion pictures start and how did early filmmakers figure out how to make images move? All these questions and more will be answered in this hands-on program where students will experience the world of optics and even make their own kaleidoscope to take home.
Grades 3-6
Wednesday, March 7, 3:45-4:45pm
What does a lens do? How did the idea of motion pictures start and how did early filmmakers figure out how to make images move? All these questions and more will be answered in this hands-on program where students will experience the world of optics and even make their own kaleidoscope to take home.
Hugo Cabret Book Party
Grades 3-6
Thursday, March 22, 3:30-5:00pm
Hooray for Hugo! Attend a party filled with activities, discussion and trivia, tastes of Paris and overall fun. We guarantee to bring the book to life!
Grades 3-6
Thursday, March 22, 3:30-5:00pm
Hooray for Hugo! Attend a party filled with activities, discussion and trivia, tastes of Paris and overall fun. We guarantee to bring the book to life!
Movie with a Parisian Touch
All Ages
Thursday, March 29, 2:00pm
Bring a pillow and a snack and enjoy the movie Ratatouille on the big screen.
All Ages
Thursday, March 29, 2:00pm
Bring a pillow and a snack and enjoy the movie Ratatouille on the big screen.
READ TO SUCCEED WITH THE WOLVES
Program runs January 16 through February 24.
Register for this winter reading program and have the chance to win great Wolves merchandise including tickets to a Wolves game of your choice. Stop by the Youth Services desk and pick up a reading log.
Register for this winter reading program and have the chance to win great Wolves merchandise including tickets to a Wolves game of your choice. Stop by the Youth Services desk and pick up a reading log.
BOOK DISCUSSIONS
A copy of the book will be available for checkout at the Youth Services’ desk.
A copy of the book will be available for checkout at the Youth Services’ desk.
FUN WITH BOOKS
Grade 1
Tuesday, February 14, March 13 and April 10, 3:45-4:30 p.m.
Grade 1
Tuesday, February 14, March 13 and April 10, 3:45-4:30 p.m.
Follow the adventures of different characters in early chapter books in this interactive book discussion program for beginning readers.
ADVENTURES IN READING
Grades 2-3
Tuesday,February 21, March 20 and April 17, 3:45-4:30 p.m.
Join us for our monthly book discussion group. We provide the snacks, you provide the enthusiasm!
FOR KIDS ONLY
Grades 4-6
Tuesday,February 28, March 27 and April 24,3:45-4:30 p.m.
Enjoy a great book each month and then join your peers for a lively discussion and snacks.
READ TO THE DOGS
Monday, February 27,March 19 and April 16, 7:00p.m.
Readers are welcome to sign up to read to a specially trained dog for 15 minutes. Dogs are great listeners no matter what your reading level!
Readers are welcome to sign up to read to a specially trained dog for 15 minutes. Dogs are great listeners no matter what your reading level!
LEGO®CLUB
Grades K and up
Thursday,February 16, March 15 and April 19, 3:45-4:45pm
LEGO enthusiasts are invited to meet and work individually or as a group on a different theme presented each month. All supplies will be provided. You only need to bring your imagination and creativity!
Thursday,February 16, March 15 and April 19, 3:45-4:45pm
LEGO enthusiasts are invited to meet and work individually or as a group on a different theme presented each month. All supplies will be provided. You only need to bring your imagination and creativity!
JUNIOR EXPLORERS
Grades 1-3
Monday,February 13,March 19 and April 16, 3:45-4:45 p.m.
Explore a different theme each month using visuals and crafts. Discover how to attract common birds to your yard when we build a bird feeder in February. Then, in March we will construct a model sailboat and attempt to float it. Finally, in April we jump into spring when we talk about and create flowers.
Grades 1-3
Monday,February 13,March 19 and April 16, 3:45-4:45 p.m.
Explore a different theme each month using visuals and crafts. Discover how to attract common birds to your yard when we build a bird feeder in February. Then, in March we will construct a model sailboat and attempt to float it. Finally, in April we jump into spring when we talk about and create flowers.
SET THE RECORD STRAIGHT
Grades 4-6
Monday, January 30, 3:45-4:45pm
When and why did the Guinness World Records originate as a reference book? Have fun guessing the longest, shortest and fastest records and then see how you measure up against them.
Monday, January 30, 3:45-4:45pm
When and why did the Guinness World Records originate as a reference book? Have fun guessing the longest, shortest and fastest records and then see how you measure up against them.
INDOOR GAMES UNPLUGGED
Grades 4-6
Monday, February 27, 3:45-4:45pm
When the weather outside is frightful, indoor games become delightful! Learn some fun indoor games (batteries not required) that will see you through the winter doldrums.
Monday, February 27, 3:45-4:45pm
When the weather outside is frightful, indoor games become delightful! Learn some fun indoor games (batteries not required) that will see you through the winter doldrums.
STARLIGHT YOGA presented by Stardust Yoga Studio in La Grange
Ages 5-9
Saturday, February 4, 2:00-3:00pm
This class will include games, songs, stories and other tools that will fully utilize the child’s playful energy and their imagination. Following a period of energetic play, meditation techniques will be practiced at the completion of class in order to soothe and calm the children.
Saturday, February 4, 2:00-3:00pm
This class will include games, songs, stories and other tools that will fully utilize the child’s playful energy and their imagination. Following a period of energetic play, meditation techniques will be practiced at the completion of class in order to soothe and calm the children.
THE CIRCUS IS COMING!
Grades 4-6
Monday, March 26, 3:45-4:45pm
Rather, “the history of” the circus is coming to the La Grange Public Library. Be prepared to amaze your friends with the juggling balls you create.
Monday, March 26, 3:45-4:45pm
Rather, “the history of” the circus is coming to the La Grange Public Library. Be prepared to amaze your friends with the juggling balls you create.
GETTING STICKY WITH DUCT TAPE!
Grades 4-6
Monday, April 23, 3:45-4:45pm
Come and celebrate Earth Day by learning some new ways to recycle with the use of Duct Tape. We will be making a small tote, perfect for holding your favorit
Monday, April 23, 3:45-4:45pm
Come and celebrate Earth Day by learning some new ways to recycle with the use of Duct Tape. We will be making a small tote, perfect for holding your favorit
FOR EVERYONE
READING PATCH CLUB
Tuesday, September 6 through Friday, May 25
Become an official member of the LaGrange Library’s Reading Patch Club. This program is open to toddlers through the 6th grade. Stop by the Youth Services desk to register and receive your reading log. Once you complete your reading goal, you pick out a prize book and reading patch. Keep reading and earn a variety of patches! Children must have a valid LaGrange Library card when registering.
Tuesday, September 6 through Friday, May 25
Become an official member of the LaGrange Library’s Reading Patch Club. This program is open to toddlers through the 6th grade. Stop by the Youth Services desk to register and receive your reading log. Once you complete your reading goal, you pick out a prize book and reading patch. Keep reading and earn a variety of patches! Children must have a valid LaGrange Library card when registering.
THE MAGIC & ILLUSIONS OF PAUL LEE
Family Program
Friday, February 24, 7:00-8:00pm
Paul Lee presents a magic and illusion show featuring live music and animals. His performance will leave the entire family amazed, mesmerized and definitely believing in magic! It’s not just a show, it’s an entire production.
Friday, February 24, 7:00-8:00pm
Paul Lee presents a magic and illusion show featuring live music and animals. His performance will leave the entire family amazed, mesmerized and definitely believing in magic! It’s not just a show, it’s an entire production.