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Babybugs Storytime

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Lots of movement, short segments, and fun rhythms for our youngest storytime guests. Designed for babies through early walkers. 

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Bluey Pajama Party (After Hours)

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Playroom at Forest Park Public Library
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Playroom
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

We're having a pretend slumber party. Come in your jammies, bring your favorite lovey, cozy up, and watch some of our favorite Bluey episodes in the playroom and have some milk (alternative milks will be available) and cookies.

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Bilingual Storytime

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

We will share stories and music in English and Spanish. Designated for pre-kindergartners. Please sign up so we can inform you of changes.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Babybugs Storytime

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Lots of movement, short segments, and fun rhythms for our youngest storytime guests. Designed for babies through early walkers. 

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Bilingual Storytime

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

We will share stories and music in English and Spanish. Designated for pre-kindergartners. Please sign up so we can inform you of changes.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Babybugs Storytime

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Lots of movement, short segments, and fun rhythms for our youngest storytime guests. Designed for babies through early walkers. 

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Bilingual Storytime

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

We will share stories and music in English and Spanish. Designated for pre-kindergartners. Please sign up so we can inform you of changes.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Pond Exploration at the Trailside Museum of Natural History

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Community, STEAM
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Community, STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Hands-on learning with the Trailside Museum of Natural History. Learn about the ecosystems of  ponds and how we can protect them. We'll be meeting at the museum. Be on time so you don't miss the fun!

Staff In-Service Day

All Day
Forest Park Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Forest Park Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed today. 

Spring Break

All Day
Forest Park Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Forest Park Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed today. 

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Bilingual Storytime

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

We will share stories and music in English and Spanish. Designated for pre-kindergartners. Please sign up so we can inform you of changes.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Babybugs Storytime

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Lots of movement, short segments, and fun rhythms for our youngest storytime guests. Designed for babies through early walkers. 

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Bilingual Storytime

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

We will share stories and music in English and Spanish. Designated for pre-kindergartners. Please sign up so we can inform you of changes.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Babybugs Storytime

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Lots of movement, short segments, and fun rhythms for our youngest storytime guests. Designed for babies through early walkers. 

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group
This event is in the "Young Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

National Library Week

All Day 4/19 - 4/25
Library at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades, Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades, Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

National Library Week is an annual celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities.

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Bilingual Storytime

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

We will share stories and music in English and Spanish. Designated for pre-kindergartners. Please sign up so we can inform you of changes.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Storytime with Shelly

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education & Learning, Nature & Gardening, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Pre-K
Program Type: Education & Learning, Nature & Gardening, Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

In honor of Shelly and Earth Day, we are learning all about turtles and their habitats through stories. There will be a special guest appearance from "Big Shelly." Designed for kids ages 5 and younger.

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Babybugs Storytime

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Lots of movement, short segments, and fun rhythms for our youngest storytime guests. Designed for babies through early walkers. 

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

El Día de los Niños, El Día de Los Libros Celebration

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community, Crafts & DIY, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community, Crafts & DIY, Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Celebrate Children's Book Day with a game, giveaways, snacks, and crafts you can make, or take to go. We will have snacks and drinks. Designed for children 12 and under and their families. 

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Bilingual Storytime

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

We will share stories and music in English and Spanish. Designated for pre-kindergartners. Please sign up so we can inform you of changes.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group
This event is in the "Young Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

After-Hours Calm Night @ the Library

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Library at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades, Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults, All Ages
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades, Young Adults, Adults, Older Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Community, Health & Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Join us for a low key hangout after the library has closed! We encourage all ages to put away their screens and relax. Read books, do puzzles, color or other chill activities. Snacks will be served. 

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Baby Rave

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Movies and Music, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Movies and Music, Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Weekly storytimes are on break, but that doesn't mean we can't party! This is a little dance party you won't forget. Get ready to get your glow on! Designed for kids under 5.

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Kite-Making with the Chinese Cultural Institute

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K, Middle Grades
Event Details:

In honor of Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander month, we're collaborating with the Chinese Cultural Institute of Chicago on this art that ties in with historical and cultural tradition.

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

A Very "Tangled" Tea Party

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Austin Room at Forest Park Public Library
Program Type:
Community, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Kids, Pre-K
Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Community, Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Our favorite tower princess is visiting. Come dressed as your favorite princess or just your most royal-looking outfit and join us for crafts, singing, and "tea" cakes. Designed for families and kids in in K-3.