Teen Services

Little Globetrotters Bilingual Storytime: URDU Storytime

Friday, February 21 • 10–10:30 am All ages with adult; siblings welcome Explore with languages from around the globe! Enjoy songs, stories, games, and rhymes from people who live all around the world. This program introduces young children to a new language in a casual setting. Presented by Language Labs. Register with this link here! [...]

Nature Storytime with The Morton Arboretum

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 10:00am - 10:30am Nature Storytime with The Morton Arboretum for ages 3-6 years A guest presenter from The Morton Arboretum will join us for some fun nature stories to notice how weather, trees, and animals change with the season! This initiative aims to support the development of young children’s reading, listening,… [...]

Employment Resumes: Understanding the Applicant Tracking System

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm This program aims to demystify the Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and optimize resumes for success in the digital job market. You will gain understanding of how ATS works and learn techniques to enhance your resume for higher visibility and compatibility with ATS algorithms. Learning tips and tricks will… [...]

DIY Pet Toys

  If your pet needs more toys or you would like to make some to donate to a local shelter, sign up for this take-and-make kit! Each kit includes materials needed to make a toy for cats and a toy for dogs. Registration opens on December 9, 2024. Kit pick-up begins on February 4, 2025.… [...]

Anime & Manga Club

Anime & Manga Club Monday, January 27 • 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. Capacity may be limited due to space, so registration is recommended. Register with this link here! [...]

Rhythm & Rhyme Community Storytime

Monday, January 20 11:30 am-noon • All ages with adult Location | 1S325 Ardmore Ave, Oakbrook Terrace Join us on the road for a special storytime featuring music and movement! Children of all ages are welcome with an adult present. Registration is not required. More details here. [...]

Pets Caught Reading Photo Contest

Friday, January 10 – January 31 Ages 18 & under How about sharing some real-life Paws to Read in action? Send us a photo of your pet(s) (or stuffed animals) reading a book, magazine, eBook, etc. for a chance to win a prize! Submissions will be accepted from 9:30am on January 10 until 5:00pm on… [...]

Little Globetrotters Bilingual Storytime: ARABIC Storytime

Thursday, January 9 • 10–10:30 am All ages with adult; siblings welcome Explore with languages from around the globe! Enjoy songs, stories, games, and rhymes from people who live all around the world. This program introduces young children to a new language in a casual setting. Presented by Language Labs. Register with this link here! [...]