Two overlapping hearts, one blue and one gold, with the words "Kindness Day" above them on a white background.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 more about Kindness Day and find additional community events.

Kindness Day Stories

Kindness Day Bolingbrook is publishing a second collection of kindness stories from the
community. Children and teens up to grade 12 and STEP students are invited to write or draw an original story, poem or comic about kindness.

Starting Saturday, February 14, pick up a writing kit from the Children’s Services or Vortex Desks. All submissions must be returned to Children’s Services or the Vortex by Saturday, March 14, to be considered for publication in the Kindness Day book.

Kindness Day Writing Retreat
Monday, March 2, 4:30–5:30 p.m. &
Monday, March 9, 6–7 p.m.
Grades K–12
Stop by to work on your Kindness Day story in a low-pressure environment perfect for writing. Drop in; no registration required.

In 2021, we asked students in our community to share their stories of kindness. We collected their stories and published the first Kindness Day Bolingbrook book and eBook. Find a copy now.

Kindness Day Schedule of Events

Kindness Letter & Card Making
Children’s Services Secret Garden
Spread the word: we’re writing kind letters! Drop in to write letters and make cards for people in our community and around the world to help spread and promote kindness! Drop in.

Kindness Day Bags
Pick up your free kindness bag with crafts and gifts from Kindness Day Bolingbrook partners at the Children’s Services Desk and at the Bookmobile, while supplies last.

Kindness Day Storytime
10:30–11 a.m.
Join us for stories and songs celebrating kindness! Drop in.

More events coming soon!