As the weather warms up and the days grow longer, it’s the perfect time to head outside and enjoy everything summer has to offer, starting with Naperville Public Library’s outdoor programs.
This season, we’re offering a variety of exciting outside events for children of all ages. From storytimes by the Riverwalk to story strolls and sudsy fun in the park, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So, grab the family, soak up the sunshine and make the most of summer with us!
To see a full list of summer programs, go to naperville-lib.org/events.
Weekly outdoor storytimes
- Picnic in the Park at 10:30 a.m. Mondays at 95th Street Library;
- Evening on the Riverwalk at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Nichols Library;
- Picnic on the Riverwalk at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Nichols Library;
- Evening in the Park at 6 p.m. Thursdays at 95th Street Library.
Grab your friends and family for a special fun-filled, outdoor storytime. We’ll share stories, sing songs, dance to music and enjoy a puppet show, perfect for all ages.
Outdoor storytimes at 95th Street Library will be held at the Wagner Family Pavilion at the 95th Street Community Plaza. At Nichols Library, they will be held at the Riverwalk Amphitheatre across Jackson Avenue from the library building.
More outdoor programs
Bubble Palooza: 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 20, at 95th Street Library and 9:30 a.m. Friday, June 25, at Nichols Library. Get ready for a bubbly adventure! Jump into a world of foam and suds, where children can create, chase and interact with bubbles in all sorts of ways.
Chalk the Walk: 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 1, at 95th Street Library and 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13, at Nichols Library. Express yourself through colorful chalk art as we transform the sidewalk outside the library into a masterpiece. We’ll bring the chalk so you can bring your imagination to life with your own designs and doodles.
End of Summer Bash with Miss Jamie: 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 14, at 95th Street Library. Get ready to sing, dance, laugh and learn as you join the fun down on Miss Jamie’s farm. With catchy tunes, silly moves and lots of farmyard fun, the whole family will have a blast during this educational music show.
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Story Stroll at the Riverwalk Grand Pavilion: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 16, at the Riverwalk Grand Pavilion. Join us for a fun-filled stroll along the Riverwalk, where literacy, fitness and family fun will come together. As you follow a designated path, you’ll find pages from a featured picture book posted along the way. Grab a map at the starting point and enjoy reading and walking at your own pace. Craft kits will be provided at the end for children to assemble at the Grand Pavilion or at home. DuPage Children’s Museum will also be there with portable versions of their educational exhibits.
Ashlee Conour is the marketing specialist at Naperville Public Library.