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Storytime Adventures: Let the (Olympic) Games Begin

Recommended for children 3 to 6 years old with a caregiver.
2025-07-01 10:00:00 2025-07-01 10:45:00 America/Chicago Storytime Adventures: Let the (Olympic) Games Begin 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, July 01
10:00am - 10:45am

Add to Calendar 2025-07-01 10:00:00 2025-07-01 10:45:00 America/Chicago Storytime Adventures: Let the (Olympic) Games Begin 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.

Let the Games Begin! – Storytime Fun
Join us for a gold medal day of fun as we kick off our very own Olympic-style Storytime! We will get creative with Olympic-themed crafts, refuel with a snack, and take part in games inspired by the Olympics.

Wear your team colors and get ready to go for the gold!

Let the (storytime) games begin!

This is a drop-in story time. It is recommended for ages 3 to 6, but younger or older siblings are welcome to join!

AGE GROUP: | Elementary | Early Childhood |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Arts & Crafts |

Elk Grove Village Public Library
Phone: 847-439-0447
Hours
Mon, Jun 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 24 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jun 25 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jun 26 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jun 27 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Sat, Jun 28 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 29 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Arcade Age Exhibit
Mon, Jul 14, 9:30am - 8:30pm
The Arcade Age Exhibit explores the short history of video arcade games through engaging displays and interactive gameplay.
Baby Tales
Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
Kids Korner A/B
Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.
Chess Instruction with Chess Scholars (Beginner)
Mon, Jul 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids Korner A
No previous chess knowledge is necessary. Each session will consist of a fun interactive teaching period and guided practice time.
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Chess Instruction with Chess Scholars (Advanced)
Mon, Jul 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids Korner B
A basic knowledge of piece movements is recommended. Students will learn about controlling the center, taking the initiative, and attacking in combination.
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Graphic Novel Book Club
Mon, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids Korner A/B
Discuss books, movies, and everything in between!
Level Up! - Youth Services Summer Reading Program
Tue, Jul 15, All day
Level up your summer with our epic reading program for kids birth through 8th grade!
Name that Game
Tue, Jul 15, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Watch our game themed video, then use clues and your deduction skills to figure out the featured game for a prize!
Arcade Age Exhibit
Tue, Jul 15, 9:30am - 8:30pm
The Arcade Age Exhibit explores the short history of video arcade games through engaging displays and interactive gameplay.
Storytime Adventures: Storytime in Candyland
Tue, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:15am
Kids Korner A/B
Each week brings a brand-new journey into imagination! There will be storytelling, crafts, games and a snack.
Supported Chair Yoga
Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Join certified group exercise fitness expert, Susan Heaton for this class.
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Tuesday Tech Help
Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!
Storytime Adventures: Storytime in Candyland
Tue, Jul 15, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
Each week brings a brand-new journey into imagination! There will be storytelling, crafts, games and a snack.
Bean Boozled Battle
Tue, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids Korner A/B
Think you know your jelly beans? Come take the jelly bean blind taste test and see if you can identify all the sweet (and surprising) flavors hiding in each bite!
Planning Your Disney Vacation
Tue, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Dreaming of a trip to Walt Disney World or Disneyland or setting sail on a Disney Cruise? 
Evening Book Discussion
Tue, Jul 15, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
The group will discuss Ready Player One by Ernest Cline. Please contact Julie at jhadler@egvpl.org or 847-725-2160 if you would like to attend and need a book.
Level Up! - Youth Services Summer Reading Program
Wed, Jul 16, All day
Level up your summer with our epic reading program for kids birth through 8th grade!
Tournament of Games
Wed, Jul 16, All day
Do you have a favorite game? Make sure to vote for it in our Tournament of Games! We will be featuring games in a head-to-head competition each week.
Alphabet Soup
Wed, Jul 16, 9:30am - 10:15am
Kids Korner A/B
Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.
Arcade Age Exhibit
Wed, Jul 16, 9:30am - 8:30pm
The Arcade Age Exhibit explores the short history of video arcade games through engaging displays and interactive gameplay.
Alphabet Soup
Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Kids Korner A/B
Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.
Jr Tag
Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
A volunteer opportunity for students in grades 6-8 to engage in community service, take part in library projects and participate in team building activities.
Cartooning with Mark Anderson
Wed, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids Korner A/B
We like popular characters too, but unfortunately we just can’t use them. So instead we’ll be drawing unfamiliar brawlers like Mustache Plumber, Kong Donkey, Peak Achoo, and Duchess Dragon Fruit!
Boardgame Bingo
Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
Join us for a fun-filled Bingo event with a board game twist!
Level Up! - Youth Services Summer Reading Program
Thu, Jul 17, All day
Level up your summer with our epic reading program for kids birth through 8th grade!
Tournament of Games
Thu, Jul 17, All day
Do you have a favorite game? Make sure to vote for it in our Tournament of Games! We will be featuring games in a head-to-head competition each week.
Arcade Age Exhibit
Thu, Jul 17, 9:30am - 8:30pm
The Arcade Age Exhibit explores the short history of video arcade games through engaging displays and interactive gameplay.
Polish Storytime
Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Korner A/B
Join us for a Polish-English story time that includes stories and rhymes. Recommended for ages 0 - 5.
Sizzlin' Summer Science: Stem on the Brain!
Thu, Jul 17, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Kids Korner A/B
Join us for fun, sometimes, messy activities and experiments, as we explore hands-on science in this fun indoor and outdoor STEM based program!
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Thursday Evening Tech Help
Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!
Playing Cards to Trading Cards
Thu, Jul 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Kids Korner A/B
Get creative when you take playing cards and turn them into one-of-a-kind artist trading cards.
Level Up! - Youth Services Summer Reading Program
Fri, Jul 18, All day
Level up your summer with our epic reading program for kids birth through 8th grade!
Tournament of Games
Fri, Jul 18, All day
Do you have a favorite game? Make sure to vote for it in our Tournament of Games! We will be featuring games in a head-to-head competition each week.
Arcade Age Exhibit
Fri, Jul 18, 9:30am - 6:30pm
The Arcade Age Exhibit explores the short history of video arcade games through engaging displays and interactive gameplay.
Rescheduled
D&D Continuing Campaign
Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 3:00pm
New date Friday, July 11, 11:00am - 3:00pm
For players that have played in a Continuing Campaign, or with facilitator consent. Lunch provided. Please contact Erin Dolce at edolce@egvpl.org with any questions.
Rescheduled
July Minecraft Club (Session A)
Fri, Jul 18, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
New date Friday, July 11, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
*NEW DATE* Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick only Friday (Session A), Saturday (Session B), or Saturday (Session C) to attend in July.
Level Up! - Youth Services Summer Reading Program
Sat, Jul 19, All day
Level up your summer with our epic reading program for kids birth through 8th grade!
Tournament of Games
Sat, Jul 19, All day
Do you have a favorite game? Make sure to vote for it in our Tournament of Games! We will be featuring games in a head-to-head competition each week.
Fun Factory Saturday
Sat, Jul 19, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.
Arcade Age Exhibit
Sat, Jul 19, 9:30am - 4:30pm
The Arcade Age Exhibit explores the short history of video arcade games through engaging displays and interactive gameplay.
Rescheduled
July Minecraft Club (Session B)
Sat, Jul 19, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
New date Saturday, July 12, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
*NEW DATE* Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick only Friday (Session A), Saturday (Session B), or Saturday (Session C) to attend in July.
Rescheduled
July Minecraft Club (Session C)
Sat, Jul 19, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
New date Saturday, July 12, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
*NEW DATE* Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick only Friday (Session A), Saturday (Session B), or Saturday (Session C) to attend in July.
Level Up! - Youth Services Summer Reading Program
Sun, Jul 20, All day
Level up your summer with our epic reading program for kids birth through 8th grade!
Tournament of Games
Sun, Jul 20, All day
Do you have a favorite game? Make sure to vote for it in our Tournament of Games! We will be featuring games in a head-to-head competition each week.
Arcade Age Exhibit
Sun, Jul 20, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
The Arcade Age Exhibit explores the short history of video arcade games through engaging displays and interactive gameplay.
Level Up! - Youth Services Summer Reading Program
Mon, Jul 21, All day
Level up your summer with our epic reading program for kids birth through 8th grade!
Tournament of Games
Mon, Jul 21, All day
Do you have a favorite game? Make sure to vote for it in our Tournament of Games! We will be featuring games in a head-to-head competition each week.
I Spy: Game Detectives
Mon, Jul 21, All day
Swing by the Youth Services Desk to grab a Game Detective list, then hunt down hidden items in our game-themed display. Spot them all and score a prize!
Libraryland - The 2025 Adult Summer Reading Program
Mon, Jul 21, 9:00am - 10:00pm
Book your trip by registering at the Adult Reference Desk, starting Monday, June 9.
Baby Tales
Mon, Jul 21, 9:30am - 10:15am
Kids Korner A/B
Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.
Arcade Age Exhibit
Mon, Jul 21, 9:30am - 8:30pm
The Arcade Age Exhibit explores the short history of video arcade games through engaging displays and interactive gameplay.
Baby Tales
Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Kids Korner A/B
Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.
Monday Matinee Movie
Mon, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Enjoy an afternoon movie in the Lee Maternowski Room. Popcorn will be served!
Level Up & Roll
Mon, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Kids Korner A/B
Whether you're a beginner player or a seasoned adventurer, join us to embark on epic quests during our Dungeon & Dragons open campaign program.
Level Up Your Craft
Mon, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
Level up your creativity with fun art projects using a variety of materials and techniques! Join us to unlock new skills and create something amazing!
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Level Up! - Youth Services Summer Reading Program
Tue, Jul 22, All day
Level up your summer with our epic reading program for kids birth through 8th grade!
I Spy: Game Detectives
Tue, Jul 22, All day
Swing by the Youth Services Desk to grab a Game Detective list, then hunt down hidden items in our game-themed display. Spot them all and score a prize!
Arcade Age Exhibit
Tue, Jul 22, 9:30am - 4:30pm
The Arcade Age Exhibit explores the short history of video arcade games through engaging displays and interactive gameplay.
Storytime Adventures: Roll & Read
Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 10:45am
Kids Korner A/B
Each week brings a brand-new journey into imagination! There will be storytelling, crafts, games and a snack.
Tuesday Tech Help
Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!
Storytime Adventures: Roll & Read
Tue, Jul 22, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
Each week brings a brand-new journey into imagination! There will be storytelling, crafts, games and a snack.
“Live at the Concerts”
Tue, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 7:30pm
Stop by our Library Booth to pick up some EGVPL swag while you’re waiting for the show to start! Please note: the library closes early on Village Green concert days.
Free Bike Valet @ the Library on Concert Days
Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 9:30pm
Avoid the traffic and ride your bike to the concerts!
Level Up! - Youth Services Summer Reading Program
Wed, Jul 23, All day
Level up your summer with our epic reading program for kids birth through 8th grade!
I Spy: Game Detectives
Wed, Jul 23, All day
Swing by the Youth Services Desk to grab a Game Detective list, then hunt down hidden items in our game-themed display. Spot them all and score a prize!
Alphabet Soup
Wed, Jul 23, 9:30am - 10:15am
Kids Korner A/B
Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.
Arcade Age Exhibit
Wed, Jul 23, 9:30am - 8:30pm
The Arcade Age Exhibit explores the short history of video arcade games through engaging displays and interactive gameplay.
Alphabet Soup
Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
Kids Korner A/B
Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.
Jr Tag
Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
A volunteer opportunity for students in grades 6-8 to engage in community service, take part in library projects and participate in team building activities.
Game Squad
Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kids Korner A/B
Join us to play board games, sharpen strategic thinking skills, make new friends, and have a blast! With classic games and new ones to explore, there’s something for everyone.
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