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Preschool Art in the Park (Ages 3-K + Guardian)

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Watch your little ones connect with the world around them by hearing stories and creating artwork! Aprons are provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

SCARCE Presents: Recycled Papermaking (All Ages)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Mimic the process of industrial recycled paper-making, but using your own energy! Each participant will make their own recycled paper to take home to color and decorate as they please.

S’mores & Stories (Grades 4-6)

3:00pm - 3:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 1
Age Group: Grade School
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for gooey s’mores, laughter with friends, and a creative writing activity guaranteed to tickle your funny bone. Gelatin-free options are also available for all to enjoy!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Family LEGO Party (All Ages)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
STEM
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: STEM

Family Lego Party

We’ll bring the LEGO bricks; you bring the creativity! Whether you’re a LEGO master or a beginning brick builder, this event promises fun for the whole family.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Family Storytime (All Ages)

10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytime

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Glenside Summer Carnival

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Family
Event Details:

Bring the whole family to the Glenside Summer Carnival! Enjoy an afternoon of mini bowling, wacky ring toss, face painting, and more!

Family Storytime (All Ages)

10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy a storytime outside with stories, songs and rhymes. Participants are welcome to bring blankets to sit on.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Art Studio (Grades 1-3)

3:00pm - 3:45pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us as we learn about an artist and make a project inspired by their art.

Disclaimer(s)

Independent Attendance

This is a program intended for children to attend independently. Please let us know if your child requires any extra accommodations. See our family programs to attend with the whole family. 

Family Game Night (All Ages)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Grade School, Family
Event Details:

Let the games begin! Bring your competitive spirit and join in on the laughter as we play a variety of board games, card games, and more.

Sensational Summer (Ages 3-K + Guardian)

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Celebrate the joys of the summer season with stories, songs, a craft, and a treat!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Sensational Summer (Ages 3-K + Guardian)

10:30am - 11:15am
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Celebrate the joys of the summer season with stories, songs, a craft, and a treat!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Movie Night With A Cop at Safety Town: Kung Fu Panda 4 (PG)

8:00pm - 10:00pm
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Family
Event Details:

Grab your blanket and head to Safety Town, located at 301 Civic Center Plaza, for a family-friendly film, popcorn, and glow sticks. Strengthen community ties and have a great time with your neighbors and local heroes! Weather permitting.

Historias de Oficiales de Policía y Galletas (Familia) / Police Officer Stories & Cookies (Family)

10:30am - 11:00am
En Español
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: En Español
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Únase a nosotros para disfrutar de historias, galletas, y hojas para colorear con un Oficial de Policía de Glendale Heights. ¡Tendran la oportunidad de conocer la patrulla después!

Bingo Afternoon (Grades 1-3)

3:00pm - 3:45pm
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Grade School
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for the game of chance where excitement builds with every number called. If luck’s on your side, you could be shouting, “Bingo!” and walk away with an exciting prize.

Disclaimer(s)

Independent Attendance

This is a program intended for children to attend independently. Please let us know if your child requires any extra accommodations. See our family programs to attend with the whole family. 

Dinosaur Discoveries (All Ages)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
STEM
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

See real dinosaur bones up close and learn about what it’s like to be a paleontologist digging for fossils! The T-Rexplorers will stay up to 30 minutes after the program for pictures and a closer look at the dinosaur fossils.

Family Storytime (All Ages)

10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytime

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Creative Writing Club (Grades 4-6)

3:00pm - 3:45pm
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Community Room 2
Age Group: Grade School
Event Details:

Drop in to let your imagination (and pencil) run wild as you get inspired and eat snacks. Sharing is optional.

Family Storytime (All Ages)

10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy a storytime outside with stories, songs and rhymes. Participants are welcome to bring blankets to sit on.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Dinosaur Trivia Night (All Ages)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Family
Event Details:

Test your wits with exciting trivia questions about these prehistoric giants and see who will reign supreme as the ultimate dino expert!

Toddler Art (Ages 2-4 + Guardian)

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Story and Craft Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12

Toddler Art

Hear a story and make an art project! It’s a perfect opportunity for toddlers to express themselves and develop fine motor skills in a supportive environment. Aprons are provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Toddler Art (Ages 2-4 + Guardian)

10:30am - 11:00am
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Glenside Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Toddler Art

Hear a story and make an art project! It’s a perfect opportunity for toddlers to express themselves and develop fine motor skills in a supportive environment. Aprons are provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.  If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.