For a list
of local community events (festivals, shows, sports etc.) see the Community
Foundation’s Event Calendar at:
www.cfcalendar.org
Kankakee
Public Library
815-939-4564 |
www.lions-online.org
Cubbies
Ages: Birth to preschool
Cubbies is an interactive story hour that has a different theme every
week and includes a story, craft and snack. Two sessions are offered –
9:30 am. and 10:30 am. – every Monday from January through April,
2009.
Story
& Stuff
Ages: Grades K-2nd
Children
will get the chance to see people from our community use their storytelling
skills through books, puppets, crafts and much more. Thursdays at 6:30
pm (Jan. 15, Feb. 19, Mar. 19, April 16)
Check
the Kankakee Public Library website for special Family Events.
Bradley
Public Library
815-932-6245 |
www.bradleylibrary.org
Laptime
Ages: 9 months – 2-1/2 years
Laptime is a weekly parent-child interactive program that meets every
Wednesday at 10:00 am. for 30 minutes. Parents are required to stay with
the children during the ½ hour of songs, finger plays, movement
games, bounce songs, and books to share time. This program is to help
parents feel comfortable singing and playing with their child, giving
new ideas and support. Pre-registration is requested; call the library
for more information or to register your child.
StoryHour
Ages: 3 – 5 years of age
There are several Storyhour classes to pick from: Tuesday nights at
6:30 pm., Wednesday afternoons at 1:30 pm., or Thursday mornings at
10:00 am. This program consists of storytelling at the beginning and
a parent-assisted craft to follow. Parents/guardians are required to
stay for this program and are asked to help assist the child with his/her
craft. This program encourages the love of reading, learning to sit
still, following directions, and practicing social skills. Pre-registration
is requested; call the library for more information or to register your
child.
Early
Readers Club
Ages: Kindergarten – 2nd Grade
This class will meet every Monday at 4:00 pm. at the library. Parents
are not required to stay with the child, but are encouraged to stay
in the library. This one-hour program consists of sharing stories together,
learning new facts about the books, and a project related to the story.
This program should help young readers with comprehension, and reinforce
the reading skills of older readers. Pre-registration is only required
at the beginning to sign up your child for the year. Children may sign
up at any time.
Bourbonnais
Public Library
815-933-1727 |
www.bourbonnais.lib.il.us
Tiny Tots Laptime
Ages: 6 months – 2 years
Tuesday mornings: 9:30-10:00 am. or 10:30 – 11:00 am. During each
half hour session, the parent-child relationship is enhanced through the
shared enjoyment of play. Your child’s growth and development will
be encouraged through movement, rhythm, and short stories. No registration
is required.
Manteno
Public Library
815-468-3323 |
www.manteno.lib.il.us
Baby
Tots Rhyme Time
Ages: 6 months – 2 years
Stories,
songs and movement – offered September through May.
Thursday: 10:00 am.
Preschool
Storytime
Ages: 2 years – 5 years
Stories,
songs and crafts – offered September through May.
Tuesday: 10:30 am.
Wednesday: 10:30 am.
Limestone
Public Library
815-932-6245 |
www.limestonelibrary.org
Storytimes for Ages 3 - 5
Ages: 6 months – 2 years
Younger siblings welcome. No registration needed.
Tuesday: 9:30 – 10:15 am.
PJ
Storytime
Ages: all children
Wear your favority PJ’s and relax while Ms. Ranea reads stories
written by her favorite children’s authors.
Thursday: 6:30 pm.
Art
Program
Ages: 6 years and up
All classes are by registration only.
Mondays: 1:00 pm. or 3:00 pm.
Little
Artist Program
Ages: 3 – 5 years
Story and Art come alive. All classes are by registration only.
Friday: 10:00 am.
Check
the Limestone Township Public Library website for special Family Events,
like Grandparents Night Out with the Kids (January and February, 2009).
Pembroke
Public Library
815-944-8609 |
Edward
Chipman Public Library (Momence)
815-472-2581 |
Kankakee
Valley Park District
815-939-1311 |
www.kvpd.com
Bourbonnais
Township Park District
815-933-9905 |
www.btpd.org
Many children’s programs are offered such as: Afternoon Adventure,
Play and Learn, Early Morning Roundup, Toddler Thursdays, Parent and Tot
Art, and All By Myself. Contact the Recreation Station for more information
at 815-933-9905.
Exploration
Station …. a children’s museum
459 North Kennedy Drive, Bourbonnais
www.exploration-station.org
Exploration Station...a children's museum is a hands-on exploration
and discovery museum for children and their families, teachers and care
givers. At Exploration Station, children can climb inside the tower
of a medieval castle, fly a jet plane, sail on a pirate ship, become
a soda shop clerk, drive a tractor and much more. Children of all ages
are welcome at the museum, however, the majority of the exhibits are
designed for children between the ages of 3-10 years old.
Willowhaven
Interpretive Center
A place to explore, learn and enjoy the splendors of nature.
1451 N 4000 E Road, Bourbonnias
Open March 18 - October 31, 2009 (closed on Mondays & Tuesdays –
seasonal hours may vary)
Kankakee
area YMCA
815-939-1311 |
www.k3ymca.org
We build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities. See website
or visit the YMCA for a current Program book. Fees may apply - Scholarships
may be available.
Art
Start Studios
815-939-9321 |
Art fun
for all ages! Located at 165 Mohawk Drive, Bourbonnais. Fees may apply.
Golden's
Gymnastics Center
815-936-1309 |
Tumbling
and gymnastics for girls and boys. Fees apply.
Barnes
and Noble Booksellers
815-935-2209 |
Toddler
Storytime on Thursdays, 10:45 am.
