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Donut Storytime (R)

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids

Begin your day with songs, stories, and donuts kindly provided by Schlegl’s Bakery. 

Ages 0-10.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Program Details:

Begin your day with songs, stories, and donuts kindly provided by Schlegl’s Bakery. 

Ages 0-10.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying parent or caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Dietary Restrictions

This program will serve food. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program will be allergen friendly or that it will meet other dietary restrictions. Please list your dietary needs and we will reach out to you if possible about accommodating your request.

Yes, And! (R)

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids

You be the storyteller! Come and play improv games in this fun acting program for kids.

Grades K-5

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Program Details:

You be the storyteller! Come and play improv games in this fun acting program for kids.

Grades K-5

Disclaimer(s)

Safe Child Policy

Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.

STEAM: Exploration Station: Makey, Makey, Dance, Dance Revolution! (R)

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Using circuitry and coding, create your own Dance, Dance Revolution board; then, show us your best dance moves!

Grades K-5.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Program Details:

Using circuitry and coding, create your own Dance, Dance Revolution board; then, show us your best dance moves!

Grades K-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Safe Child Policy

Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.

Lego Robotics Club First LEGO League

Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology
Age Group:
Kids

First LEGO League team members meet for their final sessions for the season! February 4th and the Festival on March 15th. (Registration for the LEGO team closed in August of 2025.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM, Technology
Program Details:

First LEGO League team members meet for their final sessions for the season! February 4th and the Festival on March 15th. (Registration for the LEGO team closed in August of 2025.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Guidelines

We often take photographs during library events. Please speak to a staff member if you do not wish to be photographed and/or if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.

Safe Child Policy

Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.

The Little Dancer: A Reimagining of Le Petit Prince (R)

Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
History & Culture, Special Events
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults

Ede2 celebrates its 15th Anniversary with an original dance production “The Little Dancer: A Reimagining of Le Petit Prince” written by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. The out-of-this-world production will follow the story of

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: History & Culture, Special Events
Registration Required
Program Details:

Ede2 celebrates its 15th Anniversary with an original dance production “The Little Dancer: A Reimagining of Le Petit Prince” written by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. The out-of-this-world production will follow the story of

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying parent or caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Kids Creatives: Finger Knit Bookmarks

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for upper elementary focused arts and crafts each month. In March, celebrate National Reading month with a DIY finger knit bookmark!

Grades 3-5

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, STEAM
Registration Required
Program Details:

Join us for upper elementary focused arts and crafts each month. In March, celebrate National Reading month with a DIY finger knit bookmark!

Grades 3-5

Family Paint Night (R)

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults

Create beautiful masterpieces together using step-by-step painting. Please register each family member that will be attending.

Ages 5+

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Registration Required
Program Details:

Create beautiful masterpieces together using step-by-step painting. Please register each family member that will be attending.

Ages 5+

Pokémon Battle Academy

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids

Learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card game! It is not necessary to have your own cards to come and play.

Grades K-5.

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Fun & Games
Program Details:

Learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card game! It is not necessary to have your own cards to come and play.

Grades K-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Safe Child Policy

Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.

Masterpiece Storytime

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids

All ages are welcome to this cozy, classic storytime. Snuggle up as we read aloud picture book masterpieces each month. 

March books: Rapunzel; Ada Twist, Scientist; Not All Princesses Dress in Pink

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Program Details:

All ages are welcome to this cozy, classic storytime. Snuggle up as we read aloud picture book masterpieces each month. 

March books: Rapunzel; Ada Twist, Scientist; Not All Princesses Dress in Pink

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying parent or caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Checkmates! Chess Club (R)

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids

Develop your chess game with experienced instructor Chris Christmas. All skill levels are welcome!

Grades K-5.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Program Details:

Develop your chess game with experienced instructor Chris Christmas. All skill levels are welcome!

Grades K-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Safe Child Policy

Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.

Lego Club

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids

Create your own LEGO or Duplo masterpiece with the Library’s collection of bricks.

Grades K-5

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM, Fun & Games
Program Details:

Create your own LEGO or Duplo masterpiece with the Library’s collection of bricks.

Grades K-5

Disclaimer(s)

Safe Child Policy

Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.

Musical Bingo: Disney Edition! (R)

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Entertainment, Special Events
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults

Step into the magic with Musical Bingo: Disney Edition!

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment, Special Events
Registration Required
Program Details:

Step into the magic with Musical Bingo: Disney Edition!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying parent or caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

STEAM Drop-In: Minifig Volcano!

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids

Create a city with a volcano at its center. See if you can direct the flow of lava away from your minifigs.

Grades K-5.

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM, Fun & Games
Program Details:

Create a city with a volcano at its center. See if you can direct the flow of lava away from your minifigs.

Grades K-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Safe Child Policy

Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.

Mario Release Party (R)

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Entertainment, Special Events, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids

Celebrate all things Mario in this Super Mario Galaxy release party. Play Mario-themed games, eat Mario-themed snacks, and have a chance to win a prize!

Grades K-5.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment, Special Events, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Program Details:

Celebrate all things Mario in this Super Mario Galaxy release party. Play Mario-themed games, eat Mario-themed snacks, and have a chance to win a prize!

Grades K-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Dietary Restrictions

This program will serve food. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program will be allergen friendly or that it will meet other dietary restrictions. Please list your dietary needs and we will reach out to you if possible about accommodating your request.

Safe Child Policy

Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.

Lego Robotics Club: Challenges (R)

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology
Age Group:
Kids

Experiment and grow your critical thinking, coding, and design skills through hands-on STEM learning and robotics. Take on a new challenge each month.

Grades 1-5.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM, Technology
Registration Required
Program Details:

Experiment and grow your critical thinking, coding, and design skills through hands-on STEM learning and robotics. Take on a new challenge each month.

Grades 1-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Safe Child Policy

Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.

Lego Robotics Club: Challenges (R)

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology
Age Group:
Kids

Experiment and grow your critical thinking, coding, and design skills through hands-on STEM learning and robotics. Take on a new challenge each month.

Grades 1-5.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM, Technology
Registration Required
Program Details:

Experiment and grow your critical thinking, coding, and design skills through hands-on STEM learning and robotics. Take on a new challenge each month.

Grades 1-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Safe Child Policy

Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.

Friday Family Movie

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids

Watch a movie with us at the library. Popcorn provided.

4/3: How to Train Your Dragon (2010)

4/24: Tangled (2010)

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment
Program Details:

Watch a movie with us at the library. Popcorn provided.

4/3: How to Train Your Dragon (2010)

4/24: Tangled (2010)

Reading to the Dogs (R)

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
Kids

Build reading skills by reading next to trained dogs from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy. Participants should receive at least 10-15 minutes of personal reading time with a dog.

Grades K-5.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Program Details:

Build reading skills by reading next to trained dogs from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy. Participants should receive at least 10-15 minutes of personal reading time with a dog.

Grades K-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Safe Child Policy

Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.

STEAM: Exploration Station: Seed Dispersal (R)

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Design your own seed and devise how it might travel in this engineering STEAM challenge. Learn how seeds disperse and compete to get your seed to go the greatest distance.

Grades K-5.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Program Details:

Design your own seed and devise how it might travel in this engineering STEAM challenge. Learn how seeds disperse and compete to get your seed to go the greatest distance.

Grades K-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Safe Child Policy

Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.

Donut Storytime (R)

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids

Begin your day with songs, stories, and donuts kindly provided by Schlegl’s Bakery. 

Ages 0-10.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Program Details:

Begin your day with songs, stories, and donuts kindly provided by Schlegl’s Bakery. 

Ages 0-10.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying parent or caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Dietary Restrictions

This program will serve food. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program will be allergen friendly or that it will meet other dietary restrictions. Please list your dietary needs and we will reach out to you if possible about accommodating your request.

Miss Jamie's Farm (R)

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning, Special Events
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids

Miss Jamie and her farm animal puppet friends take you on a musical imagination adventure on the farm. Sing and dance as you learn about the animals, the seed cycle, and answer farm trivia. 

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning, Special Events
Registration Required
Program Details:

Miss Jamie and her farm animal puppet friends take you on a musical imagination adventure on the farm. Sing and dance as you learn about the animals, the seed cycle, and answer farm trivia. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying parent or caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Yes, And! (R)

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids

You be the storyteller! Come and play improv games in this fun acting program for kids.

Grades K-5

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Program Details:

You be the storyteller! Come and play improv games in this fun acting program for kids.

Grades K-5

Disclaimer(s)

Safe Child Policy

Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.

Kid Creatives: Library Tote Bag

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids

Think creatively and take home your art in this upper-elementary-focused program!

In April, we’ll decorate a library tote bag.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Program Details:

Think creatively and take home your art in this upper-elementary-focused program!

In April, we’ll decorate a library tote bag.

Family Paint Night (R)

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults

Create beautiful masterpieces together using step-by-step painting. Please register each family member that will be attending.

Ages 5+

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Registration Required
Program Details:

Create beautiful masterpieces together using step-by-step painting. Please register each family member that will be attending.

Ages 5+