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This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Toddler Storytime (1-2 year olds)

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 1-2, with participating adult Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activi...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 1-2, with participating adult 
Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week.   
 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Toddler Storytime (1-2 year olds)

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 1-2, with participating adult Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activi...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 1-2, with participating adult 
Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week.   
 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.

Peeps® Experiments

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Registered event for children in grades 3-5.Run science experiments with marshmallow Peeps to learn about these tasty treats such as whether they sink or float or what happens when...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Registered event for children in grades 3-5.
Run science experiments with marshmallow Peeps to learn about these tasty treats such as whether they sink or float or what happens when heated. 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.

Disappearing Sugar Castles

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Registered event for children ages 3-7, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.We will get hands-on exploring a variety of simple and sweet experiments! Dress f...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Registered event for children ages 3-7, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.
We will get hands-on exploring a variety of simple and sweet experiments! Dress for mess!  

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Family Storytime

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.  

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages 
With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.  

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Preschool Storytime (3-5 year olds)

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 3-5 not yet in kindergarten, with participating adult Join us for stories, songs, and skills to encourage kindergarten readiness. Try a different ea...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 3-5 not yet in kindergarten, with participating adult 
Join us for stories, songs, and skills to encourage kindergarten readiness. Try a different early learning activity each week.   

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Evening Family Storytime

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all agesTwinkle, twinkle, storytime! End your day with books and rhymes.

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages
Twinkle, twinkle, storytime! End your day with books and rhymes.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.  

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages 
With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.  

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.  

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages 
With playful books, songs, and movement, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.  

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Baby Storytime (0-12 months)

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages birth–1 year, with participating adult Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Meet other families as we sing, rhyme, and enjoy stories together.   

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages birth–1 year, with participating adult 
Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Meet other families as we sing, rhyme, and enjoy stories together.   

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Toddler Storytime (1-2 year olds)

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 1-2, with participating adult Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activi...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 1-2, with participating adult 
Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week.   
 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.

Volunteen Squad

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen: The Hive at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Volunteer Opportunity
Age Group:
Youth, High School
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 9-12.Make a difference at your Library! Volunteen Squad is an opportunity to give back to the community and earn service hours. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Teen: The Hive
Age Group: Youth, High School
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 9-12.
Make a difference at your Library! Volunteen Squad is an opportunity to give back to the community and earn service hours. 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Toddler Storytime (1-2 year olds)

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 1-2, with participating adult Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activi...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 1-2, with participating adult 
Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week.   
 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Toddler Storytime (1-2 year olds)

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 1-2, with participating adult Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activi...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for ages 1-2, with participating adult 
Wigglers and gigglers are the focus of this interactive storytime. We’ll sing, read, and have a simple learning activity each week.   
 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.

Bug Out!

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Registered event for children in grades K-2.Celebrate spring by creating crafts, preparing snacks, and learning facts—all about bugs!

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Registered event for children in grades K-2.
Celebrate spring by creating crafts, preparing snacks, and learning facts—all about bugs!

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Pop-In Play: Puzzles

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in activities recommended for ages 3-5, with a participating adultPop by the Library for a playful morning of popular activities!Puzzles Play with puzzles and even create...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in activities recommended for ages 3-5, with a participating adult
Pop by the Library for a playful morning of popular activities!

Puzzles 
Play with puzzles and even create your own!

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Culture Shock Chicago

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Registered event for families with children of all ages; Helen Plum Library card required.Through hip-hop and dance, Culture Shock Chicago will inspire you to explore your communit...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Plum Meeting Rooms (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Required
Seats Remaining: 124
Event Details:

Registered event for families with children of all ages; Helen Plum Library card required.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.
This event is in the "High School" group.

Trading Card Club

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for grades 1-12.Battle, duel, and trade with your favorite collectible card games. Whether you enjoy Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, or Magic: The Gathering, this is ...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for grades 1-12.
Battle, duel, and trade with your favorite collectible card games. Whether you enjoy Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, or Magic: The Gathering, this is the club for you.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Wonder Lab: ABCs and 123s

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Registered event for children ages 2-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.Curious children and caregivers will explore discovery-based activities featuring...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Registered event for children ages 2-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.
Curious children and caregivers will explore discovery-based activities featuring a different theme each month.   

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Wonder Lab: ABCs and 123s

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Registered event for children ages 2-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.Curious children and caregivers will explore discovery-based activities featuring...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Registered event for children ages 2-5, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.
Curious children and caregivers will explore discovery-based activities featuring a different theme each month.   

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Family STEAM Night

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.Enjoy activities and crafts as we introduce the different building blocks of STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and M...

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages.
Enjoy activities and crafts as we introduce the different building blocks of STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics. 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Sensory Play for Little Ones

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for children ages 1-3 years, with participating adult.Bring your littlest ones to explore different sensory experiences. Dress for mess. 

Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drop-in event recommended for children ages 1-3 years, with participating adult.
Bring your littlest ones to explore different sensory experiences. Dress for mess. 

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.

Preschool Art Party

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Registered event for children ages 3-6 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.Explore art with a variety of textures and colors in this child-directed pr...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Birth to Preschool
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Registered event for children ages 3-6 years, with participating adult; Helen Plum Library card required.
Explore art with a variety of textures and colors in this child-directed program. Dress for mess!

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Middle School" group.

Still Life with Snacks

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Youth Large Program Room (Combined) at Helen Plum Library
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-8Art lovers are invited to create their interpretation of a still life using different kinds of art media. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Helen Plum Library
Room: Youth Large Program Room (Combined)
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Registered event for grades 6-8
Art lovers are invited to create their interpretation of a still life using different kinds of art media.