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Storytime

Join us for stories, songs & fun!
2023-10-21 09:30:00 2023-10-21 10:00:00 America/Chicago Storytime FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun! Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B

Saturday, October 21
9:30am - 10:00am

Add to Calendar 2023-10-21 09:30:00 2023-10-21 10:00:00 America/Chicago Storytime FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun! Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B

Lake Villa District Library

YS Program Room A/B

FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!

Join us for a half-hour filled with rhymes, music, books and more!

No registration necessary. 

Storytimes occur Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 9:30am. Also check out our Thursday evening storytimes!

AGE GROUP: | Youth |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime |

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Lake Villa District Library
Phone: 847-356-7711
Hours
Mon, Nov 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Nov 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 01 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 03 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Connect with Lake Villa District Library and discover all it has to offer---best-selling books, award-winning movies and music, access to digital content and activities for people of all ages. Plus free Wi-Fi and space to meet, study and work.

First established in 1949, Lake Villa District Library serves Lake Villa Township and those who live within the township’s boundaries; including the communities of Lake Villa, Lindenhurst, portions of Round Lake Beach, Round Lake Heights and Antioch. The population served is approximately 40,000.

Please let us know if you or someone in your party requires accommodations.

Photographs or videos may be taken at library programs and events. Please notify library staff if you do not wish to be photographed.

Upcoming Events

Teen Volunteer Activity
Sun, Dec 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Looking for a way to give back this holiday season? Join us to put together craft kits and earn volunteer credit!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Mon, Dec 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Kindergarten Readiness
Mon, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
PRESCHOOL (entering kindergarten next year): Reinforce skills and concepts your child needs for entering kindergarten next year. Each month's Monday evening and Tuesday morning sessions are identical.
Kindergarten Readiness
Tue, Dec 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
PRESCHOOL (entering kindergarten next year): Reinforce skills and concepts your child needs for entering kindergarten next year. Each month's Monday evening and Tuesday morning sessions are identical.
Knitters Night Out - All handicrafters are welcome!
Tue, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A
If you knit, crochet, needlepoint or enjoy any other handicraft, here’s a great opportunity to work on it at the library with new friends.
Grinch Party
Tue, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Who’s ready to have fun celebrating Dr. Seuss’s meanest and greenest?
Representative Tom Weber Traveling Office Hours - Illinois State Representative for the 64th District
Wed, Dec 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Entrance Tables
Staff from State Representative Weber’s office will be available to answer questions and provide assistance with state issues, programs, and services.
Lakes High School Ensemble Performance
Wed, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
A morning of melodies from the talented students from LCHS. Performances from the band, orchestra and choir. All are welcome to attend.
Animal Explorers - Llamas
Wed, Dec 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
ELEMENTARY (kindergarten - grade 5): Don't miss these fun activities about the animals you love!
Teen Board Game Café
Wed, Dec 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Bring your own game or play one of ours! Win a prize if you beat the librarian.
LVDL Writers Group Office Hours
Wed, Dec 06, 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
Drop-in to work on projects, give/receive feedback, and offer support to other writers.
Christmas On State Street - Celebrate Christmas past with historian Leslie Goddard
Wed, Dec 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
For decades, Christmas in Chicago meant a trip or two to State Street to see the big department stores. And the stores went all-out.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Dec 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Dec 07, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Friday Fun - Play-Doh Palooza
Fri, Dec 08, 9:30am - 10:30am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Have fun molding your imagination!
Community Social Hour
Fri, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Stop by the library and stay a while! Play cards, board games or work on a craft. Or just come and enjoy refreshments and meet new people. Please register.
Representative Joyce Mason Satellite Office Hours - Illinois State Representative for the 61st District
Fri, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Lobby
Staff from State Representative Mason's office will be available to assist with state issues such as unemployment, utility assistance, SNAP and Medicaid.
Congressman Brad Schneider Neighborhood Office Hours - U.S. Rep. for Illinois's 10th Congressional District
Fri, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Entrance Tables
Staff from U.S. Representative Schneider's office will be available to assist with federal issues such as Medicare, Social Security, Veteran Services, passports and immigration.
After-Hours Teen Movie Night - "Elf"
Fri, Dec 08, 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Discover your inner elf while watching the movie and enjoying holiday goodies!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Sat, Dec 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Second Saturday Readers - Lessons In Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
Sat, Dec 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
LVDL's monthly book discussion that meets on the second Saturday of each month. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk.
LEGO Club
Sun, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Bring your brains and we'll supply the bricks!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Mon, Dec 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Lake Villa District Library Board Meeting
Mon, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Administrative Conference Room
Regular meeting of the Lake Villa District Library Board of Trustees.
Holiday Gift Bag Decorating
Mon, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Decorate gift bags for your holiday presents!
Taste Test Tuesday: Cookies around the World - for Kids
Tue, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
ELEMENTARY (kindergarten - grade 5): Vote for the ultimate cookies...after you taste a few, of course!
Taste Test Tuesday: Cookies around the World - for Teens
Tue, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Vote for the ultimate cookies...after you taste a few, of course!
#BestBookFriends - "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
Tue, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Zoom Meeting Room
GRADES 4-8: Join us to discuss "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
Lunchtime at the Library - Christmas in Williamsburg - Take An Armchair Tour With Nancy McCully
Wed, Dec 13, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
This slide lecture will take a look at the beautiful decorations and demonstrate how you can make your own Williamsburg style decorations.
Chicka Chicka Book Club - "Little Red Gliding Hood" by Tara Lazar
Wed, Dec 13, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
KINDERGARTEN - GRADE 1: Join us to read and discuss "Little Red Gliding Hood" by Tara Lazar. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
LVDL Writers Group - Join others interested in writing!
Wed, Dec 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
Talk craft; discuss writing-related topics; and celebrate big and small victories in terms of process, production, and publication.
Novel Thoughts - "The Creature of the Pines" by Adam Gidwitz
Wed, Dec 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
GRADES 4-5: Join us to discuss "The Creature of the Pines" by Adam Gidwitz. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Dec 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Friday Fun - A Visit from Santa
Fri, Dec 15, 9:30am - 10:30am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for a storytime with a very special visitor from the North Pole! Photos can be taken afterwards.
LEGO Challenge - Trains
Fri, Dec 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
ELEMENTARY (kindergarten - grade 5): Calling all master builders! Can you engineer a LEGO train?
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Sat, Dec 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Midday Movie - "Frozen" (rated PG)
Sat, Dec 16, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Enjoy a movie on our screen and we'll provide the popcorn!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Mon, Dec 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Murder & Mayhem - Killers Of A Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn
Mon, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
LVDL's monthly mystery book discussion that meets on the fourth Monday of the month.
Page Turners - "The War to Save the Worlds" by Samira Ahmed
Mon, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
GRADES 6-8: Join us to discuss "The War to Save the Worlds" by Samira Ahmed. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Young Adult Desk.
Finals Café
Tue, Dec 19, 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
HIGH SCHOOL (grades 9-12): Need a study break? Need snacks on demand? We’ve got you covered.
Bookworm Buddies - "Thrilling Tales from the Tree House" by Max Brallier
Tue, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
GRADES 2-3: Join us to discuss "Thrilling Tales from the Tree House" by Max Brallier. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
Knitters Night Out - All handicrafters are welcome!
Tue, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A
If you knit, crochet, needlepoint or enjoy any other handicraft, here’s a great opportunity to work on it at the library with new friends.
Finals Café
Wed, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
HIGH SCHOOL (grades 9-12): Need a study break? Need snacks on demand? We’ve got you covered.
Make It! Our Monthly DIY Program for Adults - Macrame Dolls
Wed, Dec 20, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Macrame dolls make for thoughtful gifts or darling decorations. Learn how to construct your own winter buddy with us!
Zoom Family Trivia - Star Wars
Wed, Dec 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Zoom Meeting Room
FAMILY (all ages): Impress us with your knowledge of Star Wars and compete against other families! Register ONCE for your whole family.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Dec 21, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Make It! Our Monthly DIY Program for Adults - Macrame Dolls
Thu, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Macrame dolls make for thoughtful gifts or darling decorations. Learn how to construct your own winter buddy with us!
Finals Café
Thu, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
HIGH SCHOOL (grades 9-12): Need a study break? Need snacks on demand? We’ve got you covered.
BJ Hooper Elementary School Bell Choir
Thu, Dec 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Join the BJ Hooper Elementary School Bell Choir for a delightful concert experience! All are welcome to attend.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Dec 21, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Friday Fun - Art Start
Fri, Dec 22, 9:30am - 10:30am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Blend the rules and create a masterpiece!
Community Social Hour
Fri, Dec 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Stop by the library and stay a while! Play cards, board games or work on a craft. Or just come and enjoy refreshments and meet new people. Please register.
Representative Joyce Mason Satellite Office Hours - Illinois State Representative for the 61st District
Fri, Dec 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Lobby
Staff from State Representative Mason's office will be available to assist with state issues such as unemployment, utility assistance, SNAP and Medicaid.
Congressman Brad Schneider Neighborhood Office Hours - U.S. Rep. for Illinois's 10th Congressional District
Fri, Dec 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Entrance Tables
Staff from U.S. Representative Schneider's office will be available to assist with federal issues such as Medicare, Social Security, Veteran Services, passports and immigration.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Sat, Dec 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Chess Club - Open to players of all ages and levels!
Sat, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Play the game, hone your skills and meet new friends!
Christmas Eve - Library Closed
Sun, Dec 24, All day
Lake Villa District Library
Library Closed for Christmas Eve
Christmas Day - Library Closed
Mon, Dec 25, All day
Lake Villa District Library
Library Closed for Christmas Day
@Home Kit: New Year's Hat - First come, first served starting 9am
Tue, Dec 26, All day
Lake Villa District Library
PRESCHOOL (ages 3-5): Enjoy a free take-home activity! All kits are first come, first served starting 9am.
Art & Chat
Thu, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
ELEMENTARY (kindergarten - grade 5): Join us as we unleash our creativity!
Teen Art Workshop - Studio Ghibli
Fri, Dec 29, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Meeting Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Learn to draw characters and creatures from the mind of Hayao Miyazaki with guest artist Elizabeth Hedsund.
Anime & Manga Club
Fri, Dec 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Meet and hang out with fellow anime/manga fans! We'll screen up to TV-14 or PG-13.
New Years Eve - Library Closed
Sun, Dec 31, All day
Lake Villa District Library
Library Closed for New Years Eve
New Years Day - Library Closed
Mon, Jan 01, All day
Lake Villa District Library
Library Closed for New Year's Day
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