Showing posts with label Storytime. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Storytime. Show all posts

Thursday, July 27, 2017

Cat in the Hat Storytime

This is your chance to meet Cat in the Hat himself! This fun storytime will feature Dr. Suess favorites, crafts, and 
Cat in the Hat. 

Friday, July 28 at 11am
Please register. 


Sunday, May 8, 2016

Pete the Cat

On Thursday, Pete the Cat visited Oak Brook Public Library! Pete danced along as Miss Theresa read three Pete the Cat books. Afterwords, participants were able to make a Pete the Cat craft and take pictures with Pete himself!




Miss Stephanie, Pete the Cat, Miss Theresa

We were so happy Pete could join us for this special storytime! 

Saturday, May 16, 2015

Police Storytime

Special thanks to Officer Church for stopping in this week. Our very own Oak Brook officer brought in a story to read aloud, and some safety tips!







Check back in for our next round of summer programs. Be sure to sign up early, and not to miss out. Thanks again, Officer Church!

(Pictures by Theresa.)
MD

Monday, October 27, 2014

Children's Storytime Sessions November-December 2014

Children's storytime sessions will begin again in November. We are offering Toddling Twos and Threes, Terrific 3s and 4s, Storytime Art for Grades K-2, and Bedtime Stories. There are still plenty of open spaces, so sign up today! To sign up, call the Youth Services Desk at (630)368-7733, or come in to the library.


We hope to see you soon!

Wednesday, September 17, 2014

What's a pirates favorite letter? ARRRRRRRRRRRRRRR!

Ahoy, mateys! Today in our "Terrific 3s and 4s" storytime, we had a great time reading stories, participating in activities, and talking about pirates!

International Talk Like a Pirate Day is coming up this Friday on September 19th, so be sure to learn some pirate lingo.

Enjoy some pictures from our storytime, below!











Tuesday, January 14, 2014

A Prickly Visiter to the Library

This week we have a visiter to the library: John the hedgehog.


Well, he's my hedgehog, but we couldn't exactly hire a macho man who brings in the boas* at this time, so I will have to do for now. 

Please try and hide your disappointment. 

John will be at the bedtime stories from 7-7:30, this Wednesday, January 15th. If you are signed up: good! If you aren't, please call Youth Services: 1-(630)-368-7733

MD

*not the feathered kind

FAQ on Hedgehogs and the Event 

Q: I am not four but, you know, can I come?
A: After the 7:00-7:30 story time is done for kids (ages 3-8), you can come in and visit. No problem. Just be quiet, please. John gets the huffypants when bothered with loud noises.

Q: Where are hedgehogs from?
A: John is an African Pygmy Hedgehog. And that does not mean he's a tinier species of another type of hedgehog, but he is from Africa. Other hedgehogs can be found in many parts of the world, including the UK and other parts of Europe, Asia, and New Zealand.

Q: MY GOD, IT'S A PORCUPINE!!!
A: Hedgehogs aren't even related to porcupines. Hedgehogs are part of the shrew family. They also don't shoot quills which is kind of why he is safe and happy for a kids program, my goodness...

Q: Why did you get a hedgehog?
A: That's a long and complicated story I would rather not talk about. Next!

Q: So that means you don't like your hedgehog?
A: Don't talk about my sole earthly companion like that. His name's John.

Q: Where did you get your hedgehog?
A: A breeder. Check for the nearest one to you. DO NOT buy a hedgehog from a pet store. Trust me on that. Be educated before making a decision. It will pay off in the end.

Q: Will John bite me?
A: He does not bite. He may sniff at you however. And want to live in your t-shirt forever.

Q: What does John eat?
A: YOUR SOCKS. Ha, cat food.
(Seriously, cat food.)

Q: Will I be allergic to hedgehogs?
A: Probably not! Many people have severe sensitivity to pet dander, and hedgehogs have a very low amount that does not trigger allergies.

Q: What, exactly, will this event be?
A: Parents: it will be a short story, some interaction with the hedgehog (viewing, feeding, not handling, however), and also, facts and information will be presented about these exotic pets. You can definitely come on in if curious, or if you want to see what's up! I never mind.

Q: I still have questions!
A: AH! Email us: obplblog@gmail.com


(Note: If you think I am one of those "pet people" with pictures of their pets, you should see how long it took to get that angelic picture above, alright?)

Sunday, May 19, 2013

Police Storytime

On Thursday, May 16th. We had Officer Huff, from the Oak Brook Police Department, come in to do a special storytime for police week!
She read us a story about safety and one about how being kind is the best superhero power ever! The children and parents really enjoyed this special event!

Thank you, Officer Huff!!


Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Fire Safety Storytime

October 7 - 13 was Fire Prevention Week. For our Terrific 3s and 4s Storytime (Thursdays 4:30) we invited members of the Oak Brook Fire Department to read a picture book about Fire Fighters and talk to us about Fire Safety.

Fireman Bob read us a story called Fireman Frank!


Sparky the Dog came to visit!


What number do we call if there is a fire? 9-1-1!

We practiced stopping...

dropping...

and rolling!

We listened to a fire alarm. It was really loud!

We played a game and sorted toys and tools. We know that we play with toys but not with tools.

The kids really enjoyed listening to Fireman Bob.

We had a lot of fun and want to thank Fireman Bob and Sparky the Dog for attending our storytime!