Local library events
Storytimes and kids' library events near CARY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT from the public library calendar.
1606 THREE OAKS ROAD, CARY, IL 60013
Upcoming events
11:30 AM to 12:15 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Miss Jamie engages young children and families on an imagination adventure to the garden, where they discover the animals and insects they find there, learn about the seed cycle, celebrate pollinators, and commit to eating more fruits and veggies. Best for 2-8 year olds and families. *Please register each person attending.
7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Register as a family in a group of up to four people and sign up for a time slot. Then come pick up your putters and golf balls in the lobby, and take a putt-putt adventure around the entire library!
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Register as a family in a group of up to four people and sign up for a time slot. Then come pick up your putters and golf balls in the lobby, and take a putt-putt adventure around the entire library!
8:30 PM to 9:00 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Register as a family in a group of up to four people and sign up for a time slot. Then come pick up your putters and golf balls in the lobby, and take a putt-putt adventure around the entire library!
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Ages 0-6 with an adult. Stimulate your child's senses through books, rhymes, music and movement. No registration required.
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
The Cary Area Writers Group meets on the second Saturday of each month. We welcome any and all authors ages 21+ who have an interest in writing. Bring a copy of what you wrote, or 4-5 copies to pass around. We only allow gentle, constructive critiques that are designed to enhance each writer's skills. Writers helping writers. Questions? Contact kurterickwalters@gmail.com
11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
All ages, kids 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Stop by and create! We will have various craft supplies and inspiration for you to make an art project, craft, structure, or simple machine - whatever you can imagine! Supplies will include construction paper, popsicle sticks, scissors, glue, markers, and more.
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
362 Northwest Hwy, Cary , IL, 60013, US
Lunes 13 de julio del 2026 Únete a este grupo acogedor y de apoyo, diseñado para ayudar a personas y familias que acaban de llegar al país a conectar con otros y a adaptarse a su nuevo ambiente. Nos reuniremos en La Michoacana Twister en Cary para comenzar con un cuento, seguido de juegos de mesa y rifas. Monday, July 13, 2026 Join this welcoming and supportive group designed to help individuals and families who are new to the country connect with others and adjust to their new environment. Meet at La Michoacana Twister in Cary to kick off with storytime, followed by board games and raffles. La Michoacana Twister, 362 Northwest Hwy, Cary, IL 60013
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Grades 4-5. Does your child have a big imagination? Work well with others? Enjoy reading and logical thinking? Then come join in on this popular fantasy role-playing game, no experience necessary! In this two hour session players will get the feel for the game, as well as learn the basic rules. The game itself will be tailored to the age range of 4th and 5th graders. Cooperative play emphasized, so come and help your group succeed! For more information about game play visit http://dnd.wizards.com/articles/features/basicrules
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Grades 3-12. Develop your programming skills with the LEGO SPIKE Prime robots and apply them to various challenges. Each Workshop will have a different lesson and different challenges for you to try out. You must have attended the Robotics Basics class to attend these workshops. A Build-A-Robot session does not qualify.
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Kaper Park, US
Cool off with the Cary Area Public Library for a splash pad storytime featuring stories, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by the splash pad opening at 10 am! This storytime will be geared towards preschool aged children, but the whole family is welcome!
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Grades 6-12 Learn the basics of papermaking while recycling and create handmade paper embedded with plant seeds.
6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Ages 0-6 with an adult. Stimulate your child's senses through books, rhymes, music, and movement. No registration required.
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
[A woman in a maroon tops is standing in a room with a black-and-white tiled floor, and white walls. A tall portrait of Abraham Lincoln is behind her.]At nine feet tall, Travers’ Lincoln portrait is impressive. This portrait of the 16th president has been praised by those who knew him as more lifelike than any other. Art historian and educator Mallory Mortillaro will share her first-hand account of researching this painting and the stories she uncovered as she leads the audience through this painting’s fascinating provenance. The portrait is currently on loan to the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. IF YOU WANT TO ATTEND THIS EVENT VIRTUALLY: Please register hereto attend on Zoom. IF YOU WANT TO ATTEND AN IN-PERSON SCREENING OF THIS EVENT: Please register through the Register button below.
Jul 16, 11:30 AM to Jul 17, 12:30 AM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Ages 3-6 with grown up. We’ll take some cuttings of our tomato plants to make more tomato plants! You can register up to two children ages 3-6 w/adult only, thank you. Gloves will be provided. In the event of rain, the program will be cancelled and we'll have a related (plant may be included) @ Home Kit available. There's no need to re-register.
8:00 PM to 9:45 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Compete in teams of up to 4 people by correctly answering questions and we'll see which team knows how to make the most of summer. Bonus points for coming dressed up for the season. 14+ Register under one name, but enter your total group number.
8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
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"Dinero sin Fronteras" es un programa que ayuda a la comunidad a aprender cómo planear para un mejor futuro financiero. Muchos Latinos llegamos a este país sin saber cómo trabaja el dinero o las finanzas. Este programa nos enseña cómo manejar nuestro dinero y finanzas de la A-Z con el presentador César Popoca de Primerica. Es necesario registrarse para este programa virtual de Zoom. The Truth About Money program helps the community get financially literate in the easiest way possible. Our common-sense financial concepts make it easy for people to understand so that they know how to plan for a better financial future. Learn how to manage your money and finances from A-Z with Cesar Popoca from Primera. Registration is required for this virtual Zoom program. Please register to receive the Zoom link a couple weeks ahead of the program.
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Use your culinary skills to make a treat that may look like dirt, but is actually chocolatey, yummy and delicious! Grades K-5
10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Join Katy as she teaches basic ASL vocabulary to you and your little one. Learning ASL is a great way for babies to learn to communicate their wants and needs with caregivers before gaining the ability to speak. ASL also unlocks language capabilities for babies and helps them build valuable skills that help with language and literacy abilities later in life. Each presentation is different, so be sure to come to each/multiple Sign With Katy sessions. This class is intended for caregivers and their infants age 0-3.
2:00 PM to 2:15 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Grades K-5. Sign up for a 15 minute time slot to read with a certified therapy dog! Choose from a selection of books provided or bring your own favorite.
2:15 PM to 2:30 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Grades K-5. Sign up for a 15 minute time slot to read with a certified therapy dog! Choose from a selection of books provided or bring your own favorite.
2:30 PM to 2:45 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Grades K-5. Sign up for a 15 minute time slot to read with a certified therapy dog! Choose from a selection of books provided or bring your own favorite.
2:45 PM to 3:00 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Grades K-5. Sign up for a 15 minute time slot to read with a certified therapy dog! Choose from a selection of books provided or bring your own favorite.
11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Choose from a variety of summer-themed designs to create 3-D art.
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
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Grades 6-12. Via Zoom. New and Returning players welcome. Come join in on this popular fantasy role-playing game, no experience necessary! Characters will be provided for you to play during the game. If you are interested in creating your own character, please attend one of our character creation classes! Cooperative play emphasized, so come and help your group succeed! For information on rules and game play visit http://dnd.wizards.com/articles/features/basicrules
2:30 PM to 5:00 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Grades 3-12 Build one of the LEGO EV3 robot designs and then download the program to activate it. Adults not required, but this is a great chance for you to share a STEM activity with your child.
11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
All ages, kids 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Stop by and create! We will have various craft supplies and inspiration for you to make an art project, craft, structure, or simple machine - whatever you can imagine! Supplies will include construction paper, popsicle sticks, scissors, glue, markers, and more.
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Ages 0-6 with an adult. Stimulate your child's senses through books, rhymes, music, and movement. No registration required.
12:00 PM to 12:30 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Hang out after storytime to play and learn! We have a selection of educational toys that will help with motor skills, sharing, and imaginative play!
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
1606 Three Oaks Rd., Cary, IL, 60013, US
Make friends and discover new screen-free games. On the first and third Mondays of the month. Third Mondays are geared to grades 4-5. Join us for an evening of fun and learning!