If you are unable to attend in-person storytime, our storytime videos may be found on the the AAPLD Youtube Channel.
In-Person Storytimes
Hear stories, sing and dance at Village Hall! Located at 2 S. Main St, Algonquin. Ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
MONDAYS, October 7, 14, 21; November 11, 18, 25 9:30 OR 10:15 OR 11am
Halloween Music and Movement–RO
MONDAY, October 28, 10-10:30am
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, October 14 and November 11, 6-6:30pm
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes–RO
Enjoy fun stories, songs, and fingerplays. Younger siblings may attend. Ages 2-3 with a caregiver.
TUESDAYS, October 8, 15, 22; November 12, 19, 26 9:30-10am.
Preschool Storytime–RO
Enjoy fun stories, songs, and fingerplays. Children must be able to attend this program on their own. Ages 3-5.
TUESDAYS, October 8, 15, 22; November 12, 19, 26 10:30-11am
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, October 15 and November 26, 6-6:30pm
Drop-In Family Storytime
Drop in for fun songs, stories, and fingerplays! No registration required. Ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
WEDNESDAYS, October 9, 30; November 20
Music and Movement–RO
Join us for a fun half hour of stories, singing, and dancing. Drop-ins are welcome; register the a family under one caregiver’s name to receive a reminder. Ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
WEDNESDAYS, October 2 and November 6
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.
THURSDAY, October 24, 9:30 OR 10:30am
Storytime at Village Hall–RO
A storytime filled with songs, dancing, and fun activities at Historic Village Hall in downtown Algonquin. Enjoy a short playtime following storytime. Located at 2 S. Main St, Algonquin. Ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
THURSDAYS, October 17; November 21 10:30-11:15am
Storytime at LaBahn Hain House–RO
Join us at LaBahn Hain House for storytime fun! 149 Hilltop Drive, Lake in the Hills. Ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
THURSDAY, November 7, 10:30-11am
Baby Storytime–RO
Enjoy fun stories, songs, and rhymes with your baby! Ages 0-18 months; no older siblings please. Registration required. Please register under the baby’s name and age.
FRIDAYS, October 11, 18, 25; November 22, 29 9:30am
*NEW* Little Movers Storytime–RO
A storytime for older babies to enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and gross motor activities. Younger siblings are welcome, no children over 35 months please. Register under the toddler’s name and age. Ages 18-35 months with a caregiver.
FRIDAYS, October 11, 18, 25; November 22, 29 10:30am
Firefighter Fun and Storytime–RO
Join our local fire departments from Algonquin-Lake in the Hills and Huntley as they read stories, tell us about fire safety, and give us a tour of two fire vehicles! Ages 3-7 with a caregiver.
FRIDAY, October 4, 10-11am
***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 Pumpkins Storytime
It’s time for pumpkin fun on Zoom! Pick up a bag of goodies for Storytime beginning October 15. Kits are held through October 20 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, October 19, 10-10:30am
Zoom Dinosaurs Storytime
Roar! Let’s get prehistoric at this storytime on Zoom! Pick up a bag of goodies for Storytime beginning November 12. Kits are held through November 17 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, November 16, 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