Storytimes

If you are unable to attend in-person storytime, our storytime videos may be found on the the AAPLD Youtube Channel.

In-Person Storytimes

Music and Movement–RO
Hear stories, sing and dance! Please register the group one time under the caregiver’s name. Ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
WEDNESDAYS, June 5

Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes–RO
Enjoy fun stories, songs, and fingerplays. Younger siblings may attend. Ages 2-3 with a caregiver.
TUESDAYS–this storytime will return in September!

Preschool Storytime–RO
Enjoy fun stories, songs, and fingerplays. Children must be able to attend this program on their own. Ages 3-5.
TUESDAYS, June 4, 11, 18; July 2, 9, 16, 23 10:00-10:30am

Baby Storytime–RO

Enjoy fun stories, songs, and rhymes with your baby! Ages 0-23 months; no older siblings please. Registration required. Please register under the baby’s name and age.
FRIDAYS, June 7, 14, 21, 28; July 12, 19, 26 9:30 OR 10:30 am

Music and Movement at Historic Village Hall–RO
Hear stories, sing and dance at Village Hall! Located at 2 S. Main St, Algonquin. Ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
MONDAYS, June 3, 10, 17, 24; July 8, 15, 22 9:30 OR 10:15 OR 11am

Polish-English Storytime/Czas Opowieści–RO
Zapraszamy na opowiadania, piosenki i rymowanki w języku polskim i angielskim. Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in Polish and English. Ages 3-7 with a caregiver/Dzieci w wieku 3-7 z opiekunem.
MONDAYS,  June 10 and July 8, 6-6:30pm @Eastgate

Milk and Cookies Storytime–RO
Join us at the library for an evening storytime followed by a milk and cookies treat. Registration Required. Ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
TUESDAYS, June 18 and July 16, 6-6:30pm

Toddler Time–RO
Join us for a story followed by an activity. Heads up: participants may get messy! Registration Required. Ages 18-36 months with a caregiver.
TUESDAY, May 14, 9:30 OR 10:30am

***AAPLD embraces inclusivity in its programs and services. To request accommodations email info@aapld.org or call 847-458-6060, ext. 143 at least 7 days in advance.***

Virtual Storytimes

Zoom Socks and Shoes Storytime
Pull up your socks and put on your favorite shoes for this storytime on Zoom! Pick up a bag of goodies for storytime beginning April 15. Kits are held through April 21 and include a craft. At the end of storytime, everyone will have a turn in the spotlight to share their craft! Registration required. Suitable for families with young children.
SATURDAY, April 20, 10-10:30am

Zoom AAPI Month: Celebrating Grandparents Storytime
Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with stories about grandparents on Zoom! Pick up a bag of goodies beginning May 13. Kits are held through May 19 and include a craft. At the end of storytime, everyone will have a turn in the spotlight to share their craft! Registration required. Suitable for families with young children.
SATURDAY, May 18, 10-10:30am

Storytimes on YouTube

Your librarians were busy creating online storytimes for you from home throughout 2020/21. Check out the playlists below and bring storytime with you wherever you go!

Baby Storytime FB Playlist                                           Baby Storytime YouTube Playlist

Bedtime Stories FB Playlist                                         Bedtime Stories YouTube Playlist

Family Storytime FB Playlist                                       Family Storytime YouTube Playlist

Music & Movement FB Playlist                                   Music & Movement YouTube Playlist

Yoga Storytime FB Playlist                                           Yoga Storytime YouTube Playlist