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Located in Chatham, Illinois
Chatham Area Public Library
Saturday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
CST

Storytimes

Baby and Toddler Time

For children newborn to 3 and their parents/caregivers

Tuesdays at 9:45 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

Join Ms. Julie for this storytime that focuses on developing your baby's pre-literacy skills.  She'll help introduce a love for books with song, movement and rhyme.  You'll get to enjoy a variety of age-appropriate books, songs, and finger plays.

No registration necessary; just drop in.  A woman holds a book during a read aloud to young children and their adults.

Family Evening Storytime

Can't make storytimes during the day?  Come have fun with your family at our Thursday Family Evening Storytime with Miss Amy.  We will read entertaining, themed books together and enjoy an simple craft .  No registration is necessary; just drop in.   Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. 

Here are some of our upcoming themes:

  • That Adds Up! (Simple Addition, Numbers)
  • Train-ing Day (Trains)
  • Fairytale STEM
  • Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes

We can’t wait to see you there!
Adults and children stand around small tables doing a craft.

Preschool Storytime

A woman holds a book during a read aloud to young children and their adults.Join Miss Catherine each week for three to four books and a make at home craft that is just right for preschoolers! Registration is not required, so feel free to drop in any Friday at 10:15 a.m.!

Paused for Book Camp.  We will see you in August!

A Note to Parents & Caregivers

Storytime is not just for kids! Our Storytimes are designed to demonstrate to parents how to teach early literacy skills. Please sit with your child and participate even if your child is shy. Children learn by example, and you are their best role model. We do not expect rapt silent attention. If your child does become disruptive, feel free to leave the room together and return when he/she has calmed down.