Prairie Trails Library Youth Services Department

Prairie Trails Public Library
8449 Moody Avenue
Burbank, IL 60459

708-430-3688

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Unless otherwise noted,
registration is required for all programs.

 

Summer Reading Kickoff

 Deli-cious Wild Food Deli-cacies

 

Tuesday, June 19th at 2:00 p.m.

All Ages

An exciting and innovative show featuring LIVE animals, costumed storytellers and audience participation!

 

Special Events

Held on Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m.

All Ages
 

June 26th- “Hanzel and Gretel” Puppet  Show

 

July 3rd- Patriotic Craft

 

July 10th- Food-A-Palooza

 

July 17th- Andy Head the Wonderful Wacky Juggler

 

July 24th- Staley Da Bear: First and Goal - How to Score a Touchdown for a Healthy Life 

 

 

Crafts

Mondays at 11:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m.

All Ages

All materials will be provided.
 

For all ages; if child is 8 years or younger, an adult over 16 must be present to help with the craft.  Doors will open at 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. and close 20 minutes after .  Please register for one time only, and arrive at the beginning of your session

 


Extra Special Events

 

Making a Pizza Garden

Thursday, June 21st at 11:00 a.m.

Ages 8-11                 Limit: 30

Listen to stories of your favorite food and find out how to make your own garden!

 

If You Give a Mouse a Cookie

Wednesday, June 27th at 2:00 p.m.

Ages 3-6   Limit: 20

What happens if you give a mouse a cookie? Come and find out as we read the story, do a fun craft, and enjoy some snacks. 

 

Go Active with Ronald McDonald

Thursday, June 28th at 11:00 a.m.

All Ages

Come see Ronald as he encourages a balanced active lifestyle and the importance of being active!     

 

Healthy Eating For a Healthy Life

Thursday, July 5th at 11:00 a.m.

All Ages

Presented by the American Cancer Society, learn ways to have a healthy life.

 

Cupcake Celebration

Thursday, July 12th at 11:00 a.m.

Grades: 1-6              Limit:  30

Come ready to decorate!! Cupcakes and supplies will be provided, so be ready to create an edible masterpiece that will taste as good as it looks!

 

Storytime Slices

Thursday, July 26th at 11:00 a.m.

Grades:  1-3             Limit:  25

Come enjoy a story time all about your favorite food-pizza! Be ready to make a special craft that you can use when cooking at home!

 


Friday

All Friday programs start at 1:00 p.m.

 

June 22nd

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Ages: 3-5   Limit:  20

Learn about caterpillars and butterflies.  Hear a story about a

very hungry caterpillar and do a fun craft!

 

June 29th

Spongebob Squarepants Party

Grades:  1-4               Limit: 20

Who lives in a pineapple under the sea--- and in books at the

library?  SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS!!!  Come and join

us for undersea fun based on the popular series.

 

July  6th

Chalk Creations

Grades: K-2               Limit: 15

Decorate the library’s sidewalk with colorful chalk creations. 

Draw your favorite food!

 

July 13th

Hungry for Bingo

Grades: 3-6 Limit: 25

Join us for this delicious looking food version of Bingo and win some cool prizes!
 

July 20th

Bubble Play

Grades: K-2 Limit: 15

Play with bubbles like you play with your food!  Have fun with bubbles outside.

 

July 27th

Fizzles, Explosions, & Eruptions:

Science Experiments Gone Mad

Grades: 3-6 Limit: 15

You are invited to a hands-on science event consisting of chemistry experiments that are both safe and cool. Come prepared to get messy!

 

 


Saturday 

All Saturday programs start at 11:00 a.m. and last 30-40 minutes

 

June 23rd

Strawberry Shortcake Party

Ages: 4-8   Limit: 25

We’re throwing a berry special Strawberry Shortcake tea party! Come listen to stories, make a craft, and munch on delicious treats.  

 

June 30th

Willy Wonka Party

Grades: 1-4 Limit: 20

Come and explore Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory for candy, secrets, games, craft and surprises!

 

July 7th

Ice Cream Sundae Splurge

Ages:  5-7 Limit: 15

Chill out at the library as you listen to some cool stories and enjoy a special treat.

 

July 14th

Potato Chip Day

Grades: 3-6 Limit: 25

Do you know who invented the potato chip?  Join us with stories, fun activities and many chips!

  

July 21st

Adventures with Skippyjon Jones

Grades: 1-3 Limit: 20

Join us for a fun fiesta with the Siamese cat who thinks he is a Chihuahua.

  

July 28th

Mommy & Me Breakfast and Playtime

Ages: Birth-18 months Limit: 20

Relax and enjoy breakfast with your little one!
 


End of Summer Carnival featuring John Measner Magic

Thursday, August 2nd from 1:00-3:00 p.m.

All AGES-BY INVITATION ONLY

 

Join us for a carnival featuring games, prizes, snacks and face painting.  John Measner will perform with some astonishing magic!  Raffle prizes will be given out on this day.  Limit one grand prize per child. 

 


Haunted Trails Pizza Party

 

Tuesday, August 7th from 5:30-8:00 p.m.

 

Anyone who reaches his or her final reading goal is invited for free pizza and pop for yourself and your brothers and sisters.

 

Permission slip MUST be turned in by Friday, August 3rd  for child to attend. 

 

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