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Battle of the Books: Library Edition 2025

All Day 6/2 - 6/30
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Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:
Battle of the Books: Library Edition
Registration: June 2-June 30
Competition: Wednesday, July 30, 11:00am-1:00pm, at La Grange Park Public Library
Grades 5-8

Read to the Dogs

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Entertainment/Enrichment
Event Details:

Stop by the Library to read to a specially-trained dog for 15 minutes. Reading time is a one-on-one experience as it provides an opportunity for each child to read aloud without being critiqued.

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Tech One-On-One Help

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
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Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'd like to help you with your technology questions. Sign up for help on topics such as using your email, searching the internet, using your phone, or accessing our digital library (eBooks or audiobooks).

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Tech One-On-One Help

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30pm
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Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'd like to help you with your technology questions. Sign up for help on topics such as using your email, searching the internet, using your phone, or accessing our digital library (eBooks or audiobooks).

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Tech One-On-One Help

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'd like to help you with your technology questions. Sign up for help on topics such as using your email, searching the internet, using your phone, or accessing our digital library (eBooks or audiobooks).

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Tech One-On-One Help

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'd like to help you with your technology questions. Sign up for help on topics such as using your email, searching the internet, using your phone, or accessing our digital library (eBooks or audiobooks).

Babysitting Workshop

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get the knowledge and confidence to care for children safely and responsibly. You’ll earn a certificate of completion at the end of the second session. Attendance at both sessions is required for certification. 

Animal Pals Sensory Play

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
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Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Event Details:

Enjoy a morning of hands-on sensory play featuring our pets.  Stop by each station for a multi-sensory experience and create a pet-themed craft. Be prepared to get a little messy as we play, explore and have fun. 

Babysitting Workshop

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tweens
Event Details:

Get the knowledge and confidence to care for children safely and responsibly. You’ll earn a certificate of completion at the end of the second session. Attendance at both sessions is required for certification. 

Crafting for a Cause: Inspiring Cards and Hopeful Painted Rocks

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Creative Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need service hours? Enjoy simple craft projects? Join us for this service hour earning program that lets you be creative while benefiting a worthy cause.

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Storytime in the Park

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Kids and their caregivers are invited to enjoy stories and songs under the sun. Bring a blanket to sit on for summer fun at Kiwanis Park. 

This storytime is designed for kids ages birth-5 but everyone is welcome. 

Animal Pals Sensory Play

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Event Details:

Enjoy a morning of hands-on sensory play featuring our pets.  Stop by each station for a multi-sensory experience and create a pet-themed craft. Be prepared to get a little messy as we play, explore and have fun. 

Storytime in the Park

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Kids and their caregivers are invited to enjoy stories and songs under the sun. Bring a blanket to sit on for summer fun at Kiwanis Park. 

This storytime is designed for kids ages birth-5 but everyone is welcome. 

Pajama Storytime

6:30pm–7:00pm
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Storytime
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Snuggle up to some great stories and songs! If you’d like, wear your P.J.s and bring something to cuddle. 

This storytime is designed for kids ages birth-5 but everyone is welcome. 

Spanish Bilingual Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Storytime
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us as a storyteller shares books and rhymes in Spanish. The storytime includes games and crafts, and it is designed for ages 3-7.

 

Storytime in the Park

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Kids and their caregivers are invited to enjoy stories and songs under the sun. Bring a blanket to sit on for summer fun at Kiwanis Park. 

This storytime is designed for kids ages birth-5 but everyone is welcome. 

Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
La Grange Public Library

Storytime in the Park

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Kids and their caregivers are invited to enjoy stories and songs under the sun. Bring a blanket to sit on for summer fun at Kiwanis Park. 

This storytime is designed for kids ages birth-5 but everyone is welcome. 

Party in the Park

9:30am–11:00am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Entertainment/Enrichment, Performance
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Entertainment/Enrichment, Performance
Event Details:

Join us at Sedgwick Park (10th Ave & 48th St. La Grange) for simple activities and play!  From 10:00 to 10:45am, enjoy a performance and family-friendly fun.

Spanish Bilingual Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Storytime
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us as a storyteller shares books and rhymes in Spanish. The storytime includes games and crafts, and it is designed for ages 3-7.

Scales & Tales Traveling Zoo

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join Scales & Tales Traveling Zoo for exciting, educational encounters with eight amazing animals including Xena the sloth! Learn about animals in this fun, interactive program. 

Storytime in the Park

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Kids and their caregivers are invited to enjoy stories and songs under the sun. Bring a blanket to sit on for summer fun at Kiwanis Park. 

This storytime is designed for kids ages birth-5 but everyone is welcome. 

Family Book Bash

5:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Book Discussion, Entertainment/Enrichment
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Entertainment/Enrichment
Event Details:

Enjoy an evening of storytelling, games, and book-themed crafts that will inspire a love of reading for the whole family!

Storytime in the Park

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Kids and their caregivers are invited to enjoy stories and songs under the sun. Bring a blanket to sit on for summer fun at Kiwanis Park. 

This storytime is designed for kids ages birth-5 but everyone is welcome. 

Pajama Storytime

6:30pm–7:00pm
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Storytime
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Snuggle up to some great stories and songs! If you’d like, wear your P.J.s and bring something to cuddle. 

This storytime is designed for kids ages birth-5 but everyone is welcome. 

Storytime in the Park

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Kids and their caregivers are invited to enjoy stories and songs under the sun. Bring a blanket to sit on for summer fun at Kiwanis Park. 

This storytime is designed for kids ages birth-5 but everyone is welcome. 

Closed for Staff Training

All Day
Closing
Branches:
La Grange Public Library

Library Open House

6:00pm–8:00pm
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Informational
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Informational
Event Details:

Caregivers, kids, and educators are invited to explore the library's resources through activities and tours. Learn more about how the library can support learning and enrichment for all ages.

Summer Stories & Songs

10:00am–11:00am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for sunny summer storytimes filled with catchy songs and fun rhymes to celebrate the season of sunshine and adventure!

Summer Stories & Songs

10:00am–11:00am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for sunny summer storytimes filled with catchy songs and fun rhymes to celebrate the season of sunshine and adventure!

Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
La Grange Public Library

Late Opening-Open at 1:00pm

9:00am–1:00pm
Closing
Branches:
La Grange Public Library

Closing at 5:00pm

5:00pm–9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
La Grange Public Library

Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
La Grange Public Library