Programs and Events
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Sign-Up Day
Friday, June 11 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Are you ready to read? Then come to the Library and be among the first to join a Summer Reading Club. Sign-up for all Clubs is in the First Floor Meeting Room.
READING CLUBS
Friday, June 11 through Sunday, August 15
Read Around Town Infants – Going into Grade 1
Jump in a car, ride a bike or walk on over to Read Around Town! Receive a sticker for your campground folder every time you complete a 100 minute trail. Collect four stickers to complete the club and receive a prize.
I Spy Readers Going into Grades 2 – 6
So you think you know a lot about Park Ridge, huh? Do you know the answers to these questions? What happened to Central School? Where was the "artist colony"? What was special about the women’s dressing room at the Tennis Club? Sound intriguing? Want to know more? Become an "I Spy Reader" and learn about Park Ridge then and now. Sign-up for the reading club, read 600 minutes and complete the club. Earn stickers and raffle tickets along the way.
KICK OFF WEEK June 14-18
Take Home Craft All ages
Sunday, June 13
Celebrate Park Ridge history as we make fun projects to remind us about our town. Stop at the desk in Children’s Services to pick up a craft to make at home. We will continue to hand out crafts until our limited supply is gone.
Park Ridge Birthday Party All Ages
Monday, June 14 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
It’s Park Ridge’s 100th birthday party. Help us celebrate at this very special Birthday Party. Drop In.
The Magical World of Paul Lee Going into Grades 1-6
Wednesday, June 16 2:00-3:00 p.m.
What's the best way to start an amazing Summer Reading Club? With an amazing magician! No one's more amazing than Paul Lee. He'll surprise you. He'll baffle you. He'll keep you guessing. Because, he's amazing... Don't miss the show.
Tickets available beginning Saturday, May 15 .
JINGO Time! All Ages
Friday, June 18 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Jingo's like Bingo but easier because you play with pictures. Join us for some fun and maybe a prize or two. Drop in.
PROGRAMS FOR PRE-SCHOOLERS
Storytimes are Drop In
Teddy Bear Time Infants - 2 years with an adult
Stories, songs, time to socialize; siblings welcome.
Tuesdays, June 22- July 27
9:30 -10:15 a.m.
Storytime for 2’s with an Adult
Siblings welcome.
Wednesdays, June 23 – July 28
9:30-9:50 a.m.
Storytime for 3’s
Adults and siblings welcome.
Wednesdays, June 23 – July 28
10:15-10:45 a.m.
Storytime for 4’s & 5’s
No siblings please.
Thursdays, June 24- July 29
10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Second Saturday Family Storytime All ages
Saturdays, June 12 and July 10 10:00 -10:45 a.m.
Storytime and a craft for the whole family.
Stories with Officer Friendly - All Ages
Mondays, June 14 and July 12 1:30 – 2:00 p.m.
Join us each month as Park Ridge police officers come to read stories and have fun with us at a special all ages storytime. Drop In.
Little Tykes Playgroup Ages 2 - 4 years with adult
Thursdays, June 24 – July 29 11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Drop by with your children to be part of our playgroup. It's a great opportunity for kids to enjoy free play and socialize with others. A great opportunity for parents and caregivers to socialize,too.
Explore With Dora Ages 2-6
Tuesday, July 6 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Help us stop Swiper, follow the map and have fun with Dora and friends. Drop In.
PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES
Carole Peterson and Macaroni Soup All Ages
Wednesday, June 9 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Get ready to wiggle, giggle and sing! Miss Carole and her buddy Alvin, are coming back for another fun-filled program packed with your old favorites and some new songs, too.
Tickets available beginning Saturday, May 15.
Take Home Craft All ages
Sunday, June 13, 27 and July 11
Celebrate Park Ridge history as we make fun projects to remind us about our town. Stop at the desk in Children’s Services to pick up a craft to make at home. We will continue to hand out crafts until our limited supply is gone
JINGO Time! All Ages
Fridays, June 18, July 2, 9, 16 and 24 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Jingo's like Bingo but easier because you play with pictures. Join us for some fun and maybe a prize or two. Drop in.
Around Town with Smokey the Firedog All Ages
Starting Monday, June 14
Smokey will be visiting some of your favorite Park Ridge places. Come into the library each week and tell us where Smokey is for a chance to win prizes. Drop in.
Send Us a Postcard! All Ages
As you travel, whether near or far, we’d love to hear from you. Send us a postcard and we will display them for everyone to enjoy. Pick up a mailing label in Children’s Services before you go.
PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOL AGE
Ready for Kindergarten Storytime Going into Kindergarten
Wednesdays, June 23 – July 28 1:30 – 2:00 p.m.
All kids going to Kindergarten this fall are invited to join us for a special Ready for Kindergarten storytime. No siblings please. Drop in.
Lego Mania Going into Grade K – 6
Mondays, June 28, July 12, July 26 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
We'll provide the Legos, you'll provide the fun! Drop in.
Wacky Monday Going into Grade 1 - 2
Monday, June 28 2:00 – 2:45 p.m.
This summer we are even wackier than usual! Join us for stories, jokes and fun. Registration begins Saturday, June 5.
American Girl Day Going into Grade 1 – 5
Monday, June 21 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Do you have a favorite American Girl? Then come celebrate with us as we explore the different time periods the girls lived in with games and fun. Drop In.
Book Buddies Going into Grade 2
Monday, June 21 through Friday, July 30
Readers going into 2nd grade are paired with a student in Grade 6 or above. The paired buddies will meet at the Library for a scheduled 30-minute session each week to read, talk and pick out books. Space is limited. Registration starts on Friday, June 11 in person. Please register with the Young Adult Librarian.
Percy Jackson: Adventure Awaits Going into Grades 3 – 6
Wednesday, July 14 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Are you prepared to battle the gods? Then join us for an adventuresome afternoon as we battle the gods, learn about our own demi-god powers, and find out what ambrosia tastes like. Registration begins Saturday, June 19.
Battle Boot Camp Going into Grades 4 - 5
Friday, June 25 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. OR Wednesday, July 21 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Learn tips and tactics for the upcoming Battle of the Books season. We'll have a "mock" battle so you can know what it's like to be part of the team. Parents and interested adults welcome. Drop in.
Just Picture It Going into Grades 5-6
You’ve maybe seen pictures from 100 years ago but what happens in Park Ridge today? Take a digital camera and record the "happenings"—big and small--in your house, neighborhood or around town. If you don’t have access to a camera or can’t take pictures beforehand, sign up anyway. We’ve got cameras you can borrow and we’ll be taking a "digital hike" around Uptown then coming back to the library to look at what we’ve got and develop a photostory called "A Day in the Life of Park Ridge." Don’t miss this once in a century program. Limit of 8.
Thursday, July 15 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Registration begins Saturday, June 19.
OR
Monday, July 19 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Registration begins Saturday, July 3.
JUST FOR PARENTS & TEACHERS
Simple and Snappy Bulletin Boards
Monday, July 26 OR Wednesday July 28 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Do you ever look at the displays in the Children’s Department and wonder how we do that? Former teacher Mary Mason shares her tips and strategies for creating eye-catching bulletin boards. Continuing Education credit and CPDU will be available. Registration begins Saturday, July 3.