Mini racecar, Bookcraft and more!

 

Bolingbrook Village Picnic (Village Hall 375 W. Briarcliff Road)
Sunday, June 25, noon-5 p.m.
Visit the Bookmobile at the annual Bolingbrook Village Picnic. Check out library material, get a library card and register for Summer Adventure. Stick around for our MOPs shows at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Drop in.

All Together Storytime 
Monday, June 26, 9:30-10 a.m.
or
Monday, June 26, 10:30-11 a.m.
Enjoy a fun–filled half hour of stories and songs. Aimed at 2–6 year–olds, but siblings are welcome. Particularly good for families and groups with multi–age children. Drop in.

Storytime at the Museum (Bolingbrook Historical Museum – 444 E. Briarcliff Road)
Monday, June 26, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Spark your imagination with stories, songs, fun and a take-home craft. After storytime, be sure to stick around and explore the museum. Drop in.

Tween Filmmaking Camp
Monday, June 26, 9:30 a.m.-noon
Tuesday, June 27, 9:30 a.m.-noon
Wednesday, June 28, 9:30 a.m.-noon
Thursday, June 29, 9:30 a.m.-noon
Make your own short film in this hands-on workshop. You must attend all four sessions. Classes begin each day in the Children’s Creativity Park and finish in Studio 300. Register.

Diez Deditos (Ten Little Fingers) 
Monday, June 26, 7-7:30 p.m.
Diez Deditos is a bilingual storytime presented in Spanish and English. Drop in.

Lapsit Storytime
Tuesday, June 27: 9:45am – 10:15am
or
Tuesday, June 27: 10:30am – 11:00am
Ages 0–18 months
Join us for stories, songs and activities to help your babies grow and learn!

Michael Mucha Super Cup Racecar Driver
Tuesday, June 27, 2-3 p.m.
All ages; preschoolers with an adult
Meet Michael Mucha, Bolingbrook’s 10-year-old Super Cup Racecar Driver! Learn what it takes to drive a half scale NASCAR vehicle and see the car in person.

Summer Minecraft Club 
Tuesday, June 27, 3:30-5 p.m.
Grades 3–12
Join us for open game play! Bring your Fountaindale Public Library card and Minecraft account information. Drop in

Family Storytime 
Tuesday, June 27, 7-7:30 p.m.
All ages, preschoolers with an adult
Gather the family together for a storytime filled with fun, stories, songs and laughter! Drop in.

Toddler Storytime 
Wednesday, June 28, 9:30-10 a.m.
or
Wednesday, June 28, 10:30-11 a.m.
Ages 18–36 months
Help your toddlers grow and learn with stories, songs and fun! Drop in.

Chess Club
Wednesday, June 28, 2-3 p.m.
For kids entering grades 3–8
Face your friends across the table and engage in challenging matches! Drop in.

 

Bookcraft (Annerino Community Center – 201 Recreation Drive)
Thursday, June 29, 2-2:45 p.m.
Experience this one-of-a-kind show featuring games, puppets, magic and much more themed after the hottest design and building game. Drop in.

Lapsit Storytime
Thursday, June 29, 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Ages 0–18 months
Join us for stories, songs and activities to help your babies grow and learn! Drop in.

Visit Your Local Park with MOPs (Winston Woods – 200 Winston Drive)
Friday, June 30, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
MOPS Shows: 10:30-11 a.m.
All ages
Stop by Winston Woods for a fun MOPs puppet show, ride a trackless train and scale the climbing wall. Visit the Bookmobile to check out materials and enjoy hands-on STEAM activities. Drop in.

STEAM Rollin’ 
Friday, June 30, 2-3 p.m.
All ages; preschoolers with an adult
Join us for an action–packed session of STEAM–based stories, activities, and crafts. Drop in.

Saturday Special: Make-It Take-It 
Saturday, July 1, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
All ages; preschoolers with an adult
Join us in Children’s Services to make a great craft to take home and keep! Drop in.

Juggling, Genealogy, Music & More!

Story Stroll in the Park (James S. Boan Woods 410 N. Schmidt Road)
Monday, June 19, 10-11 a.m.
Ideal for ages 8 and under
Read the story (Into the Outdoors by Susan Gal) posted along the path and enjoy activities at each station. Meet at the Bookmobile before the event. Story Strolls count as an hour of reading towards your Summer Adventure! Drop in.

iMake
Monday, June 19, 2-3 p.m.
Grades K–5; Kindergartners with an adult
From robots to building sets, Cubelets to weaving, try out a variety of different technologies every month. Drop in.

Diez Deditos (Ten Little Fingers)
Monday, June 19, 7-7:30 p.m.
Diez Deditos is a bilingual storytime presented in Spanish and English.  Drop in.

Lapsit Storytime
Tuesday, June 20, 9:45-10:15 a.m.
or
Tuesday, June 20, 10:30-11 a.m.
Ages 0–18 months
Join us for stories, songs and activities to help your babies grow and learn! Drop in.

Andy Head, Wonderful Wacky Juggler (Winston Woods – 200 Winston Drive)
Tuesday, June 20, 11 a.m.-noon
All ages
See Chicago’s own Andy Head perform juggling tricks while he entertains you with his delightfully silly antics. Drop in.

Explore Your Family History
Tuesday, June 20, 2-3:30 p.m.
Grades 3–5; parents and grandparents welcome
Ever wondered where your grandparents were born? Ever heard stories about family from other countries? Trace your roots in this introduction to genealogy. Register.

Summer Minecraft Club
Tuesday, June 20, 3:30-5 p.m.
Grades 3–12
Join us for open game play! Bring your Fountaindale Public Library card and Minecraft account information. Drop in.

Family Storytime
Tuesday, June 20, 7-7:30 p.m.
All ages, preschoolers with an adult
Gather the family together for a storytime filled with fun, stories, songs and laughter! Drop in.

Toddler Storytime
Wednesday, June 21, 9:30-10 a.m.
or
Wednesday, June 21, 10:30-11 a.m.
Ages 18–36 months
Help your toddlers grow and learn with stories, songs and fun! Drop in.

Ready, Set, Tech! Tween Summer Bootcamp – Maker Technology
Wednesday, June 21, 9:30 a.m.-noon
Grades 4-6
Get an overview of new maker technology in this 2.5-hour, hands-on bootcamp. We will meet in the Children’s Creativity Park and end in Studio 300. Register.

Chess Club
Wednesday, June 21, 2-3 p.m.
For kids entering grades 3–8
Face your friends across the table and engage in challenging matches! Drop in.

Laura Doherty and the Heartbeats Concert (Central Park Pavilion – 201 Recreation Drive – Annerino Community Center Gymnasium if rain)
Thursday, June 22, 2-3 p.m.
All ages
Join award-winning children’s artist and Lollapalooza performer Laura Doherty & The Heartbeats for a rockin’ concert! Drop in.

Lapsit Storytime
Thursday, June 22, 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Ages 0–18 months
Join us for stories, songs and activities to help your babies grow and learn! Drop in.

Mini Movin’ and Groovin’
Friday, June 23: 9:30-10:15 a.m.
or
Friday, June 23: 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Ages 8 months–5 years
Get your little ones movin’ to music, rhythm, songs and fun! Drop in.

Visit Your Local Park with MOPs (Sunset Park – 1500 Waterside Drive)
Friday, June 23, 10 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
MOPS Shows 10:30-11 a.m.
Stop by Sunset Park for a fun MOPs puppet show, ride a trackless train and scale the climbing wall. Visit the Bookmobile to check out materials and enjoy hands-on STEAM activities. Drop in.

STEAM Rollin’
Friday, June 23, 2-3 p.m.
All ages; preschoolers with an adult
Join us for an action–packed session of STEAM–based stories, activities, and crafts. Drop in.

Saturday Special: Drop in Storytime
Saturday, June 24, 11-11:30 a.m.
All ages, preschoolers with an adult
Enjoy stories, songs, and fun! Drop in.

Storytimes and more!

All Together Storytime
Monday, June 12, 9:30-10:00 a.m.
or
Monday, June 12: 10:30-11:00 a.m.
Enjoy a fun–filled half hour of stories and songs. Aimed at 2–6 year–olds, but siblings are welcome. Particularly good for families and groups with multi–age children. Drop in.

Ready, Set, Tech! Tween Summer Bootcamp – Coding
Monday, June 12, 9:30 a.m.-noon
Grades 4-6
Explore unique electronic and coding ideas in this 2.5–hour, hands–on bootcamp. We will meet in the Children’s Creativity Park and end in Studio 300. Register.

Diez Deditos (Ten Little Fingers)
Monday, June 12, 7-7:30 p.m.
Diez Deditos is a bilingual storytime presented in Spanish and English. Drop in.

Lapsit Storytime
Tuesday, June 13, 9:45-10:15 a.m.
or
Tuesday, June 13, 10:30-11 a.m.
Ages 0–18 months
Join us for stories, songs and activities to help your babies grow and learn! Drop in.

Summer Minecraft Club
Tuesday, June 13: 3:30-5 p.m.
Grades 3–12
Join us for open game play! Bring your Fountaindale Public Library card and Minecraft account information. Drop in.

Family Storytime
Tuesday, June 13, 7-7:30 p.m.
All ages, preschoolers with an adult.
Gather the family together for a storytime filled with fun, stories, songs and laughter! Drop in.

Toddler Storytime
Wednesday, June 14, 9:30-10 a.m.
Wednesday, June 14, 10:30-11 a.m.
Ages 18–36 months
Help your toddlers grow and learn with stories, songs and fun! Drop in.

Chess Club
Wednesday, June 14, 2-3 p.m.
For kids entering grades 3–8
Face your friends across the table and engage in challenging matches! Drop in.

Three Little Pigs Theater (Annerino Community Center, 201 Recreation Drive)
Thursday, June 15, 2-2:45 p.m.
All ages
This new spin on the classic story from Improv Playhouse Theater for Young Audiences will have adults and children alike rolling in their seats and snorting with laughter. Drop in.

Lapsit Storytime
Thursday, June 15, 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Ages 0–18 months
Join us for stories, songs and activities to help your babies grow and learn! Drop in.

Preschool Activity Time
Friday, June 16, 10-11 a.m.
Ages 2–6 with an adult
The library meeting room becomes a playground filled with games, blocks, a parachute, and more. While children have fun, they actually practice social and gross motor skills. Drop in.

Visit Your Local Park with MOPs (Remington Sports Complex 811 W. Remington Boulevard)
Friday, June 16, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
MOPS Shows: 10:30-11 a.m.
All ages
Stop by the Remington Sports Complex for a fun MOPs puppet show, ride a trackless train and scale the climbing wall. Visit the Bookmobile to check out materials and enjoy hands-on STEAM activities.

STEAM Rollin’
Friday, June 16, 2-3 p.m.
All ages; preschoolers with an adult
Join us for an action–packed session of STEAM–based stories, activities, and crafts. Drop in.

Juneteenth (Village Hall Performing Arts Center, 375 W. Briarcliff Road)
Saturday, June 17, noon-6 p.m.
Visit the Bookmobile at Bolingbrook’s annual Juneteenth celebration to check out books, movies and more. Get a new library card, renew your account or return your borrowed materials. Drop in.

Saturday Special: Family Movie
Saturday, June 17, 1:30-3:15 p.m.
All ages. Preschoolers with an adult
Watch a movie with your family! Drop in.

Kick off your Summer Adventure!

Cavalcade of Planes at Clow Airport (130 Clow International Parkway)
Sunday, June 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
All ages
Visit the Bookmobile at Clow Airport’s annual air show, Cavalcade of Planes. Check out books, movies and more. Get a new library card, renew your account or return your borrowed materials. More information is available at cavalcadeofplanes.com

Story Stroll in the Park (Winston Woods, 200 Winston Drive)
Monday, June 5, 10-11 a.m.
Ideal for ages 8 and under
Read the story (Are You a Horse? by Andy Rash) posted along the path and enjoy activities at each station. Meet at the Bookmobile before the event. Story Strolls count as an hour of reading towards your Summer Adventure! Drop in.

Summer Minecraft Club
Tuesday, June 6, 3:30-5 p.m.
Grades 3–12
Join us for open game play! Bring your Fountaindale Public Library card and Minecraft account information. Drop in.

Chess Club
Wednesday, June 7, 2-3 p.m.
For kids entering grades 3–8.
Face your friends across the table and engage in challenging matches! Drop in.

Summer Adventure Kickoff at the Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Lane)
Close Encounters of the Chemical Kind
Wednesday, June 7, 7-8 p.m.
All ages
Enjoy electrifying displays of fire and liquid nitrogen and experiments featuring color changes, a mysterious genie, gooey gak, springy superballs and more! Drop in.

Song Writing Workshop with Amy Lowe
Thursday, June 8, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Grades 3–5
Write your own song and record it in Studio 300! Please bring a lunch and a flash drive to get a copy of the song you created. Register.

Heartbeat of Japan Presented by Urban Gateways
Thursday, June 8, 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Grades 4–12; Adults welcome
Discover the rich history of Japan through the dynamic roaring of Taiko drums and grace of classical dance performances. Register.

Visit Your Local Park with MOPs (Indian Chase Meadows 525 Pheasant Chase Drive)
Friday, June 9, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
MOPS Shows: 10:30-11 a.m.
All ages
Stop by Indian Chase Meadows for a fun MOPs puppet show, ride a trackless train and scale the climbing wall. Visit the Bookmobile to check out materials and enjoy hands-on STEAM activities. Drop in.

Babysitting Class
Saturday, June 10, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Ages 11–17
Learn the roles and responsibilities of a babysitter as well as basic first aid and CPR techniques in this three-hour course. Please bring a baby doll (no stuffed animals). Register.

Saturday Special: Sensory Storytime
Saturday, June 10, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Ages 2–6 with an adult
Enjoy a special storytime perfect for children with sensory integration issues. Drop in.

Saturday Special: Build It!
Saturday, June 10, 2-4 p.m.
Ages 2–5 for DUPLO®; grades K–5 for LEGO®
Use DUPLO® and LEGO® blocks to build fantastic structures or whatever you want! Drop in.

Crafting and s’mores to get you ready for summer

Family Fun Spring Craft
Sunday, May 21, 2-3 p.m.
All ages; preschoolers with an adult
Create a craft using paper cut outs from our Ellison Die machine. Drop in.

iMake
Monday, May 22, 4:15-5:15 p.m.
Grades K-5; K with an adult
Visit Creativity Park in the Children’s Services Department to try out our newest technologies. Drop in.

Bouncy Babies
Tuesday, May 23, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Ages 0-18 months with an adult
Bring your babies to this bouncy-fun storytime to sing your favorite nursery rhymes, read stories and play with puppets. Drop in.

Minecraft Club
Tuesday, May 23, 3:30-5
Grades 3–12
Join us for open game play! Bring your Fountaindale Public Library card and Minecraft account information. See calendar for full details.

S’mores Book Club
Wednesday, May 24, 4:15-5 p.m.
Grades 3-5
Do you devour a book like you devour a great after-school snack? If so, join us for our S’mores Book Club where we will eat a snack and talk about a different topic each month. Register.

Chick-fil-A Storytime
Thursday, May 25, 9:30-10:30 A.M.
Ages 2–6
Join us for a free story and meet the Chick-fil-A cow! No registration required. Call 630.685.4230 for questions or more information.

Minecraft Club
Thursday, May 25, 3:30-5
Grades 3–12
Join us for open game play! Bring your Fountaindale Public Library card and Minecraft account information. See calendar for full details.

Bouncy Babies
Thursday, May 25, 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Ages 0-18 months with an adult
Bring your babies to this bouncy-fun storytime to sing your favorite nursery rhymes, read stories and play with puppets. Drop in.

Sea to Shining Sea
Friday, May 26
10:30 a.m.-noon
OR
1:30-3 p.m.
For homeschool teachers and their K-5 students
Enrich your homeschool experience by discovering the geography, stories, music and crafts of the United States of America in this hands-on program. Drop in.

Make-it Take-it
Saturday, May 27, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
All ages; preschoolers with an adult
Join us in Children’s Services to make a great craft to take home and keep!

Every road leads back to the library

Bouncy Babies
Tuesday, May 16, 10:30-11:15 p.m.
Ages 0-18 months with an adult
Bring your babies to this storytime to enjoy singing, nursery rhymes, stories and fun with puppets! Drop in.

Minecraft Club
Tuesday, May 16, 3:30-5 p.m.
Grades 3–12
Join us for open game play! Bring your Fountaindale Public Library card and Minecraft account information. See the calendar for full details.

Young Writers’ Club
Wednesday, May 17, 4:15-5:15 p.m.
Grades 2-5
Stimulate your creativity for writing stories and poems! Drop in.

Panera Milk & Cookies Storytime
Thursday, May 18, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Ages 2–6 
Enjoy free milk and a cookie while we read a story and play with puppets, music and movement. Please call 630.685.4230 with questions or for assistance with registration.

Minecraft Club
Thursday, May 18, 3:30-5 p.m.
Grades 3–12
Join us for open game play! Bring your Fountaindale Public Library card and Minecraft account information. See the calendar for full details.

Bouncy Babies
Thursday, May 18, 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Ages 0-18 months with an adult
Bring your babies to this storytime to enjoy singing, nursery rhymes, stories and fun with puppets! Drop in.

Mini Movin’ and Groovin’
Friday, May 19
9:30-10:15 a.m.
OR
10:30-11:15 a.m.
Ages 8 months-5 years with an adult
Get your little ones movin’ to music, rhythm, songs and fun! Drop in.

TechnoKids
Friday, May 19, 4:15-5:15 p.m.
Grades 1-3
Build an exciting project while learning about engineering and electronics. Register.

Mini Movin’ and Groovin’
Saturday, May 20, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Ages 8 months-5 years with an adult
Get your little ones movin’ to music, rhythm, songs and fun! Drop in.

Family Movie
Saturday, May 20, 1:30 p.m.
All ages; preschoolers with an adult.
Drop in to room capacity.

Music and More for Families

Noche de la Familia
Monday, May 8, 7-8 p.m.
All ages
Enjoy hands-on nature activities with the Bolingbrook Park District at this bilingual event. Drop in.

Bouncy Babies
Tuesday, May 9, 10:30-11:15 p.m.
Ages 0-18 months with an adult
Bring your babies to this storytime to enjoy singing, nursery rhymes, stories and fun with puppets! Drop in.

Minecraft Club
Tuesday, May 9, 3:30-5 p.m.
Grades 3–12
Join us for open game play! Bring your Fountaindale Public Library card and Minecraft account information. See the calendar for full details.

Jump and Jam with Todd Downing
Wednesday, May 10, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
All ages; preschoolers with an adult
Wild dancing! Lively music! Fun for all! Come for some of the wittiest and most entertaining tunes ever heard East of the Mississippi. Drop in.

Chess Club
Wednesday, May 10, 4:15-5:15 p.m.
Grades 4-8
Are you a chess enthusiast? Whether your are just beginning or are a seasoned chess player, join us, meet people and play chess! Drop in.

McStory Time
Thursday, May 11, 9:30-10:30
Ages 2-6
Storytime at east side McDonald’s. Registration is required. Please call 630.685.4230 with questions or for assistance with registration.

Minecraft Club
Thursday, May 11, 3:30-5 p.m.
Grades 3–12
Join us for open game play! Bring your Fountaindale Public Library card and Minecraft account information. See the calendar for full details.

Bouncy Babies
Thursday, May 11, 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Ages 0-18 months with an adult
Bring your babies to this storytime to enjoy singing, nursery rhymes, stories and fun with puppets! Drop in.

Preschool Activity Time
Friday, May 12, 10-11 a.m.
Ages 2-6 with an adult
Meet friends, play games and have fun during activity time! Drop in.

Sensory Storytime
Saturday, May 13, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Ages 2-6 with an adult
Enjoy a special storytime perfect for children with sensory integration issues. Drop in.

Build it!
Saturday, May 13, 2-4 p.m.
Ages 2-5 with an adult for DUPLO®
Grades K-5, K with an adult for LEGO®
Use DUPLO and LEGO blocks to build fantastic structures or whatever you want! Drop in.

Pete the Cat: I’m Reading in My School Shoes
Saturday, May 13, 3-5 p.m.
Grades K-1
Come in and read a book to us to earn a Pete the Cat headband, reading certificate and bookmark! Drop in.