News from Youth Services

Let’s celebrate Día del Niño!

Día del Niño, or Children’s Day, is a special day celebrated annually on April 30 in Mexico, and it has become a beloved tradition in the United States. Besides Monther’s Day and Father’s Day, children have their special day too! On Día del Niño, children should feel special and loved. In Mexico and other Latin countries, festivals, music shows, magicians, and special events are hosted for children on this day.

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Child using giant bubble blower in the yard.

Energize Your Spring at the Library

Woo-hoo! Spring is on its way. We’re here to make it easy for you, your kids, and your whole family to grow curiosity and connection. Together, we’ll learn through new experiences, play, and fun! We’ve got a ton of free, flexible options for you to try this spring: storytimes, music, STEM, book clubs, parties. Whatever…

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A cardboard craft bookshelf with a paper flag in front that reads: Everyone should have nice books.

Our Favorite Children’s Books of 2024

From Spooky Lake Vostok in Antarctica to Ancient Inuit in Greenland, we have read many children’s books in 2024 and picked our favorites to share.

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Finding the Right Fit: Preschool and Child Care Information

In Mount Prospect, we are fortunate to have an abundance of high-quality early childhood programs to choose from — but that can also be quite daunting. MPPL is here to help by offering our various resources.

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