Youth Services

Scary Story Writing Contest!

October 1 - 31, 2025 Conjure a scary story and show off your writing skills! Stop by the youth services desk for the rules and entry form. Children in grades 4-12 may enter. More details here! [...]

Anime & Manga Club

[caption id="attachment_51822" align="aligncenter" width="533"] photo from fancaps.net[/caption] Monday, September 22 3:30–5 pm Students in grades 4 - 8 are welcome to come and hang out as we explore a different anime/manga fandom every month. Register with this link here! [...]

September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month!

September 1-30 "One Card, Endless Possibilities!"  It may be small, but a library card packs a mighty punch. Borrow museum passes, puzzles, and even crafting tools from your library's collection. Take part in engaging programs like books, movie nights, crafting classes, and lectures. Access technology, Wi-Fi, and career resources to support your goals, whether you're… [...]

Meet the Library!

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 10:30am–11:15am For children ages 5 and older; adult educators and homeschoolers. Designed for homeschool students and their families, we'll show you how to find all kinds of great items, from books to media and more! Children age 8 and older can attend on their own, but those 7 and under must… [...]

Rhythm & Rhyme Community Storytimes

Monday, September 15 10 – 10:30 am • All ages with adult Location | 320 E. Wildwood Ave., Villa Park Monday, September 15 11:30 am-noon • All ages with adult Location | 1S325 Ardmore Ave, Oakbrook Terrace Join us on the road for special storytimes featuring music and movement! Children of all ages are welcome with an… [...]

2025 Tiny Art Show!

Put your talents on display in the 2025 Tiny Art Show! Register to receive a mini art kit to create your very own masterpiece! Your kit will include a mini canvas, a paintbrush, a set of paints, and a color-mixing guide. Feel free to use materials you have at home! Registration begins Monday, August 11… [...]

Weekly Storytimes – Fall 2025

  Toddler Time Mondays, September 8 - December 8* 10:30-11 am OR 11:30 am -12 pm Thursdays, September 11 - December 11* 10:30–11 am OR 11:30 am-12 pm Walkers with adult *No sessions on 10/13, 10/16, 11/24, 11/27 Stories, musical activities, rhyming games, and playtime for children up to age 3 who are walking with… [...]

Rhythm & Rhyme Community Storytimes

Monday, August 18 10 – 10:30 am • All ages with adult Location | 320 E. Wildwood Ave., Villa Park Monday, August 18 11:30 am-noon • All ages with adult Location | 1S325 Ardmore Ave, Oakbrook Terrace Join us on the road for special storytimes featuring music and movement! Children of all ages are welcome with an… [...]

Family Playdate

Friday, August 12 • 10 am- 12 pm Stop in and drop in for some fun! These free social play activities feature hands-on exhibits from the DuPage Children’s Museum! Upcoming dates: Tuesday, Sept. 23 • 10:30am -12pm [...]