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Registration opens:
October 24th, 2025

Family Reading Night: Top Secret

Recommended for families with children ages 3-8
2025-11-20 18:30:00 2025-11-20 19:15:00 America/Chicago Family Reading Night: Top Secret Help us solve a mystery and practice your spy skills during an evening of top-secret family fun. Elk Grove Village Public Library - Kids Korner A/B

Thursday, November 20
6:30pm - 7:15pm

Add to Calendar 2025-11-20 18:30:00 2025-11-20 19:15:00 America/Chicago Family Reading Night: Top Secret Help us solve a mystery and practice your spy skills during an evening of top-secret family fun. Elk Grove Village Public Library - Kids Korner A/B

Help us solve a mystery and practice your spy skills during an evening of top-secret family fun.

Registration is limited to Elk Grove Village Public Library cardholders. If space is available, non-cardholders may register 3 days prior to the start of the event.

AGE GROUP: | Elementary | Early Childhood |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event |

Elk Grove Village Public Library
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Sock Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Nov 13, All day
Mismatched socks are all around Youth Services, can you find a match? Children may work independently or with the help of a parent/caregiver and can earn a prize.
Polish Storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Moments to Remember
Thu, Nov 13, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Social gathering for women 55 years & older. Limited to 30
Teen Screen
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Join us for a teen movie hangout! We're showing Polite Society—a fun, action-packed comedy about sisterhood and martial arts. Snacks provided!
C.S.I. - Curious Science Investigators
Thu, Nov 13, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Kids Korner A/B
SESSION 2 - Let's investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!
This event is full
Thursday Evening Tech Help
Thu, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us for an evening drop-in session where you can get one-on-one assistance with your technology-related questions. Perfect for those who need tech support after work hours!
Read to the Dog
Thu, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
An opportunity for kids to read in a positive, non-threatening environment that encourages the love of reading by partnering with a therapy dog.
Register
Sock Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Nov 14, All day
Mismatched socks are all around Youth Services, can you find a match? Children may work independently or with the help of a parent/caregiver and can earn a prize.
Minecraft Club (Session A)
Fri, Nov 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick either Friday (Session A) or Saturday (Session B), to attend in November.
Registration opens Friday, October 24 2025 at 9:00am
Sock Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Nov 15, All day
Mismatched socks are all around Youth Services, can you find a match? Children may work independently or with the help of a parent/caregiver and can earn a prize.
Fun Factory Saturday
Sat, Nov 15, 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.
Tiempo De Cuento (Spanish Storytime)
Sat, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kids Korner A/B
Come explore a new theme every month with books, art, and interactive activities. Vengan a explorar un nuevo tema cada mes con libros, arte, y actividades interactivas.
Minecraft Club (Session B)
Sat, Nov 15, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick either Friday (Session A) or Saturday (Session B), to attend in November.
Registration opens Friday, October 24 2025 at 9:00am
Sock Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Nov 16, All day
Mismatched socks are all around Youth Services, can you find a match? Children may work independently or with the help of a parent/caregiver and can earn a prize.
Sock Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Nov 17, All day
Mismatched socks are all around Youth Services, can you find a match? Children may work independently or with the help of a parent/caregiver and can earn a prize.
Baby Tales Storytime
Mon, Nov 17, 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.
Baby Tales Storytime
Mon, Nov 17, 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, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Enjoy an afternoon movie in the Lee Maternowski Room. Popcorn will be served!
Canvas Kids: Grateful Gatherings
Mon, Nov 17, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Kids Korner A/B
Create art projects using different artistic techniques and materials. Embrace the spirit of November with this two-session art class!
Registration opens Friday, October 24 2025 at 9:00am
Battle of the Books Parent Meeting
Mon, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
For Battle of the Books participants
Middle Grade Book Club
Mon, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids Korner A/B
Discuss books, movies, and everything in between!
Registration opens Friday, October 24 2025 at 9:00am
Battle of the Books Parent Meeting
Mon, Nov 17, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
For Battle of the Books Participants
Mini Mad Science Storytime
Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
Kids Korner A/B
Join us for a fun science class just for kids! We will explore science through stories, a hands-on science experiment, crafts, and games. Each week will be a different theme and activities.
Supported Chair Yoga
Tue, Nov 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Join certified group exercise fitness expert, Susan Heaton for this class.
This event is full
Tuesday Tech Help
Tue, Nov 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Got a technology question? We’re here to help! Bring your device and question. We will assist with preliminary troubleshooting, finding documentation, seeking answers to your questions.
Mini Mad Science Storytime
Tue, Nov 18, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
Join us for a fun science class just for kids! We will explore science through stories, a hands-on science experiment, crafts, and games. Each week will be a different theme and activity.
C.S.I. - Curious Science Investigators
Tue, Nov 18, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Kids Korner A/B
SESSION 2 - Let's investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!
Registration is now closed
Evening Book Discussion
Tue, Nov 18, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
The group will discuss Winter Street by Elin Hilderbrand. Please contact Julie at jhadler@egvpl.org or 847-725-2160 if you would like to attend and need a copy.
Alphabet Soup Storytime
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Alphabet Soup Storytime
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Book Bites
Wed, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids Korner A/B
Get a taste of appetizing books with this book club. Pizza, snacks and drinks provided. Find copies of the book at the Youth Services Desk.
Registration opens Friday, October 24 2025 at 9:00am
Workshop Wednesdays
Wed, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Stop by and create in our YA area...after school on Early Dismissal Wednesdays!
Fall Book Bingo
Wed, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Kids Korner B
Fall Favorites will be featured in this book themed bingo game. Play along and win a prize.
Registration opens Friday, October 24 2025 at 9:00am
Polish Storytime
Thu, Nov 20, 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.
Back Up Your Phone to the Cloud
Thu, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Never lose your precious photos and important files again! This program explores easy ways to back up your phone using cloud services, ensuring your data is safe and accessible from anywhere.
C.S.I. - Curious Science Investigators
Thu, Nov 20, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Kids Korner A/B
SESSION 2 - Let's investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!
This event is full
The Voice That Rocked America
Thu, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Discover Dick Biondi's groundbreaking influence on rock and roll radio with filmmaker Pamela Enzweiler-Pulice.
Family Reading Night: Top Secret
Thu, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
Help us solve a mystery and practice your spy skills during an evening of top-secret family fun.
Registration opens Friday, October 24 2025 at 9:00am
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