Kids Events
PALS with the Hinsdale Humane Society:
Kindergarteners through Fourth Graders
Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
March 6 (registration Feb. 20) and April 10 (registration March 27)
What? Dogs can’t read! Of course, they can’t. But they can be great listeners. Students will meet with a trained therapy dog and its handler for 15-minute reading sessions to share stories and practice reading skills. This program gives kids the opportunity to read in an inviting and motivating environment; and they’ll make a great friend, too. The Hinsdale Humane Society’s program has been developed in conjunction with the national Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) program. Registration will be taken in consecutive 15-minute increments until the sessions are full.
Storytime Sessions
March 16 - April 22 (Registration begins March 2)
Babies, Books and More
12- to 24-months and caregivers. Limit 15.
Tuesdays or Wednesdays: 9:15 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Thursdays: 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Toddler Time
2-, young 3-year-olds and caregivers. Limit 15
Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays: 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Preschool Book Break
3-6 year olds will enjoy stories, songs and creative dramatics at this fun program. Limit 25.
Tuesdays or Wednesdays: 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Wednesdays: 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Bill Hooper’s Active Music for Kids!
Tuesday, March 9 from 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
While waiting for the next Storyime to start, come to the Library and enjoy the music of Bill Hooper. Through humor and active participation, Hooper and the audience create a warm world of learning and laughter. Free tickets available beginning February 23.
Teacher Tales
Teachers will share favorite stories with you and your family in the Library after school, from 4:00-4:30 p.m. Hear stories from Madison School on Monday, March 8. No registration is required. **This program has been rescheduled from Tuesday, March 9.
Peek at The Middle East
Saturday, April 10 from 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Come take a peek at what life is like in several countries in the Middle East. People who are from these countries will tell you what it is like to go to school, play sports and games, and celebrate festivals. Then try some activities and enjoy a snack! This is the second in a series of programs developed in conjunction with the Gifted Education Cooperative (GECO). Registration begins March 20. Limit 35.
Family Game Night
Wednesday, April 14 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Join us during National Library Week for fun ‘n games. Challenge your family members to a board game, book trivia, a virtual sport on Wii, or singing to Beatles Rock Band. A great selection of games will be available and we’ll end the evening with Musical Chairs. Books will be given away as prizes to all game champions. Refreshments will be served. No registration required.
Toddler Art (and Stories, Too)
Friday, April 16 from 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Join Miss Anne as she leads toddlers and caregivers in a fun, hands-on spring craft. Stories to share with your child will also be available during the program or for checkout. Registration begins April 2. Limit 20.
The Money Smart Farmer Comes to Hinsdale!
Saturday, April 17 from 1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Kindergarteners through 2nd graders will learn how a farm produces goods for our consumption and then kids will become the producer as they plant their own tree. We will focus on how farmers earn and save as children sing songs, read books, make their own bank and plant a tree to take home. Refreshments will be served. This program is provided through the generous support of Hinsdale Bank and Trust, member FDIC, and the Economic Awareness Council as part of Money Smart Week 2010. Registration begins April 3. Limit 25. **Preschoolers are also welcome to attend if space is available.
Youth Services 101: Your Preschooler
Thursday, April 22 from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Need more good books to share? Wondering how to enhance your storytelling skills or incorporate enrichment activities into your shared reading time? Preschool teachers and parents are invited to this presentation of new books, new ways to showcase stories and songs to young children, and information about the library’s special collections. Sharing stories promotes reading readiness and we’re here to help. Preschool teachers may earn continuing education credits, if applicable. Registration begins April 8.
Connecting Boys with Books: A Program for Parents
Wednesday, April 28 at 7:00 p.m.
Michael Sullivan is an author of children’s books and several books on motivating boys to read. At this presentation, he will explain the difference between boys and girls as readers and give practical, proven, and even off-beat suggestions of how parents can help their sons become life-long readers. The Library is pleased to collaborate with the District 181 Foundation and the District 181 Media Research Centers for this event. Registration begins April 7.
Youth Services 101: Homeschool Families
Tuesday, May 4 from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Trying to navigate the variety of online sources for students? Need suggestions for that next book report? What textbooks or other guides are available for use? Local parents who homeschool are invited to this open house for a hands-on and virtual tour of our resources and how we can help with school work, independent reading, and more. Registration begins April 20.
Read to a Librarian
May 10 - 14
Celebrate National Children’s Book Week by sharing your favorite story with one of our staff members. Drop in and take your turn any time between 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Each reader will receive a small gift to celebrate the fun of reading.
