If you are unable to attend in-person storytime, our storytime videos may be found on the the AAPLD Youtube Channel.
In-Person Storytimes
Music and Movement–RO
Hear stories, sing and dance! Please register the group one time under the caregiver’s name. Ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
WEDNESDAYS, April 3 and May 1, 6pm
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes–RO
Enjoy fun stories, songs, and fingerplays. Younger siblings may attend. Ages 2-3 with a caregiver.
TUESDAYS, April 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7 9:30-10am
Preschool Storytime–RO
Enjoy fun stories, songs, and fingerplays. Children must be able to attend this program on their own. Ages 3-5.
TUESDAYS, March 19 (FULL); April 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7 10:30-11am
Storytime at LaBahn Hain House–RO
Enjoy fun stories, songs, and rhymes! LaBahn hain house is located at 149 Hilltop Drive, Lake in the Hills. Ages 0-5.
THURSDAYS, March 28; May 23, 10-10:30am
Music and Movement at Historic Village Hall–RO
Hear stories, sing and dance at Village Hall! Located at 2 S. Main St, Algonquin. Ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
MONDAYS, March 18, 25 (FULL), April 8, 15, 22, 29; May 6 10:15 OR 11am
THURSDAYS, April 11 and May 9, 10:30-11:15am (FULL)
Polish-English Storytime/Czas Opowieści–RO
Zapraszamy na opowiadania, piosenki i rymowanki w języku polskim i angielskim. Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in Polish and English. Ages 3-7 with a caregiver/Dzieci w wieku 3-7 z opiekunem.
MONDAYS, April 15 and May 13, 6-6:30pm @Eastgate
Drop-In Family Storytime
Drop in for fun stories, songs, and fingerplays! Ages 0-5 with a caregiver. No registration required.
Milk and Cookies Storytime–RO
Join us at the library for an evening storytime followed by a milk and cookies treat. Registration Required. Ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
TUESDAYS, April 23 and May 14, 6-6:30pm
Toddler Time–RO
Join us for a story followed by an activity. Heads up: participants may get messy! Registration Required. Ages 18-36 months with a caregiver.
TUESDAY, May 14, 9:30 OR 10:30am
***AAPLD embraces inclusivity in its programs and services. To request accommodations email info@aapld.org or call 847-458-6060, ext. 143 at least 7 days in advance.***
Virtual Storytimes
Zoom Socks and Shoes Storytime
Pull up your socks and put on your favorite shoes for this storytime on Zoom! Pick up a bag of goodies for storytime beginning April 15. Kits are held through April 21 and include a craft. At the end of storytime, everyone will have a turn in the spotlight to share their craft! Registration required. Suitable for families with young children.
SATURDAY, April 20, 10-10:30am
Zoom AAPI Month: Celebrating Grandparents Storytime
Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with stories about grandparents on Zoom! Pick up a bag of goodies beginning May 13. Kits are held through May 19 and include a craft. At the end of storytime, everyone will have a turn in the spotlight to share their craft! Registration required. Suitable for families with young children.
SATURDAY, May 18, 10-10:30am
Storytimes on YouTube
Your librarians were busy creating online storytimes for you from home throughout 2020/21. Check out the playlists below and bring storytime with you wherever you go!
Baby Storytime FB Playlist Baby Storytime YouTube Playlist
Bedtime Stories FB Playlist Bedtime Stories YouTube Playlist
Family Storytime FB Playlist Family Storytime YouTube Playlist
Music & Movement FB Playlist Music & Movement YouTube Playlist
Yoga Storytime FB Playlist Yoga Storytime YouTube Playlist