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Storytime Adventures: Storyland Carnival

Recommended for children 3 to 6 years old with a caregiver.
2025-06-24 10:00:00 2025-06-24 10:45:00 America/Chicago Storytime Adventures: Storyland Carnival Each week brings a brand-new journey into imagination! There will be storytelling, crafts, games and a snack. Elk Grove Village Public Library - Kids Korner A/B

Tuesday, June 24
10:00am - 10:45am

Add to Calendar 2025-06-24 10:00:00 2025-06-24 10:45:00 America/Chicago Storytime Adventures: Storyland Carnival Each week brings a brand-new journey into imagination! There will be storytelling, crafts, games and a snack. Elk Grove Village Public Library - Kids Korner A/B

Each week brings a brand-new journey into imagination! There will be storytelling, crafts, games and a snack.

🎪 Carnival Storytime! 🎪
Come one, come all to Carnival Storytime! We’ll read stories all about the circus and carnival fun. After stories, kids can enjoy:

🎨 Carnival Crafts – Make your own Carnival party hat, decorate a mask, or create a colorful carnival picture.
🍿 Tasty Snack – Try a yummy carnival treat!
🎯 Games – Play easy and fun games like bean bag toss, duck pond pick, and ring toss. 

This Storytime is perfect for children ages 3 to 6, but younger or older siblings are welcome to join!

AGE GROUP: | Elementary | Early Childhood |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Arts & Crafts |

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