Did you know that in addition to the storytimes at the library, we offer storytimes at several community locations, including the Bolingbrook Historical Museum, IKEA, Chick-fil-A, Wholey Granoly and Arwa Yemeni Coffee. Community storytimes are best suited for children ages 2–6,…
Are you working towards a token for the new book vending machine? If you need book suggestions for the Winter Reading Challenge, 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten or Reading Dragons & Friends, take a look at the carousels below! Remember, you can…
Save the date! We’re celebrating Bolingbrook Kindness Day on Saturday, May 16! Stay tuned for our exciting lineup of family-friendly events to share and celebrate acts of kindness. Be sure to visit the Kindness Day Bolingbrook Facebook page to learn…
In February, we celebrate Black History Month to honor the significant achievements of African Americans throughout history. Celebrate with us by expanding your knowledge through our exciting events and incredible resources. Special All-Ages Performance Ayodele Drum and Dance Sunday, February…
Thanks to a grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) secured by Illinois State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel, we now have a book vending machine in Children’s Services! Children age 0–grade 5 can earn a free…
Get cozy with a new book on a cold day! You can see the latest titles in the children’s collection in the carousels below. Remember, you can place holds on books and pick them up at our drive-up window or…
2026 is on the way! As the Children’s Services Department prepares for a new year of fantastic books, enjoy our favorite titles that were published from January to December 2025! For even more of our favorite 2025 titles, please browse the…
When children play, they learn! Play allows young children to develop important skills including physical coordination and language. Play is also one of the five elements (along with sing, talk, read and write) that prepare children to learn to read….
Do you need ideas for new books to read (or new books to give as gifts)? Take a look at the carousels below! Remember, you can place holds on books and pick them up at our drive-up window or at…
“Libraries are palaces for the people” — Andrew Carnegie I’m excited to announce our newest app for eBooks and audiobooks! Our collection that was previously available on the Boundless app has migrated to The Palace Project. Palace is so user-friendly…
