Painting Spring Trees
“Sometimes I long so much to do landscape, just as one would go for a long walk to refresh oneself, and in all of nature, in trees for instance, I see expression and a soul.”—Vincent Van Gogh (from an 1882…
“Sometimes I long so much to do landscape, just as one would go for a long walk to refresh oneself, and in all of nature, in trees for instance, I see expression and a soul.”—Vincent Van Gogh (from an 1882…
Pick up an Inspirations kit at the Children’s Services Desk! This is a new program where kids of all ages can get inspired and discover diverse authors and artists through hands-on activities. The first featured author and illustrator is Grace…
It’s been a long 15 months since we’ve been able to hold in-person events, but as we move into summer, we’re looking forward to getting together outdoors once again! Join us all summer long for exciting events out in the…
What is a hero? Marvel and DC come to mind first with their superheroes Superman, Ironman and Batman. But who are our real heroes? Who is your hero? It might be one of your parents, aunts or uncles. Or maybe…
If you’re at all like me, you really appreciate your mom. Moms are always doing stuff for us, sacrificing so much to make our lives better. They often can be found taking care of everyone around them, even if those…
We’re proud to support Bolingbrook Kindness Day on Saturday, May 15, with these activities for your entire family to share and celebrate acts of kindness. Spreading kindness can have a positive impact on a person’s life and inspire others, especially…
El Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros (Children’s Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, is a nationally recognized celebration that emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds. It is a commitment to…
A quick search on YouTube will turn up hundreds of oddly satisfying videos, many of which involve spinning objects. Spinning can be very calming for some people because spinning is a rhythmic movement. When it is slow and rhythmic, it…
We understand. Talking to your kids about money is hard. Maybe your own parents thought it was a taboo topic growing up, or maybe you don’t feel comfortable enough in your own financial knowledge to know where to start. We’re…
Join Mrs. C’s Book and Movie Review Challenge to win prizes! Children in grades K through 5 can submit reviews through Monday, May 31 to receive a small prize. All participants will also be entered into a grand prize drawing,…