Story Times
Children: Infant - 5 years |
Through December 2010
Saturday, September 11 – In-person and online program registration begins
Tuesday, September 14 – Telephone program registration begins
Youth Services programs are offered for children and students residing in the St. Charles Library District. A child's, student's or parent's St. Charles Library card is required.
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| MULTI-AGE STORY TIME - Infant-Age 5 with Parent/Caregiver |
 Infant-Age 5 with Parent/Caregiver
Grandparents–come with or bring your grandchildren
In the Meeting Room. Enter by the ASK ME Desk.
Tuesdays, 9:30–10 a.m. OR 10:30–11 a.m.
September 14 – November 16 (No stories Oct. 5 & Nov. 2)
Wednesdays, 9:30–10 a.m. OR 10:30–11 a.m.
September 15 – November 17 (No stories October 6)
Open attendance, just show your St. Charles Library card. Storytellers will present stories and songs that will tickle, delight, and
amuse. Children and adults attend together. To ensure an enjoyable
story experience for everyone attending, each session will have a
total capacity of 40 children and adults. Please arrive early as we will
begin to distribute tickets each day 10 minutes before the story time.
Door opens 5 minutes before the program begins. Children who are
registered for an age-specific Story Time also may attend Multi-Age
each week. |
Note for Multi-Age Story
Time:
St. Charles Library cardholders may attend with
grandchildren and/or grandparents who reside outside
the St. Charles Library District.
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| INFANT with Parent/Caregiver |
A very special time to brighten baby’s beginning.
Mondays, 9:30–10 a.m.
Session A: September 13 – October 11
Session B: October 18 – November 15
See registration procedures. |
| 1 YEAR OLD with Parent/Caregiver |
 This Story Time is the next step.
Mondays, 10:30–11 a.m.
Session A: September 13 – October 11
Session B: October 18 – November 15
Thursdays, 9:30–10 a.m.
Session A: September 16 – October 14
Session B: October 21 – November 18
See registration procedures. |
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| 2 Year Old with Parent/
Caregiver |
Tuesdays, 9:30–10 a.m.
Session A: September 14 – October 12
Session B: October 19 – November 16
Wednesdays, 10:30–11 a.m.
Session A: September 15 – October 13
Session B: October 20 – November 17
See Registration Procedures. |
| Three & Four Year Olds |
Tuesdays, 10:30–11 a.m.
Session A: September 14 – October 12
Session B: October 19 – November 16
Wednesdays, 9:30–10 a.m.
Session A: September 15 – October 13
Session B: October 20 – November 17
This Story Time fosters a love of books and reading and develops good
listening skills. To encourage the child’s self-reliance, we ask that the child be
comfortable attending the program alone. *NEW! Grandparents may register grandchildren.
See Registration Procedures |
| Four & Five Year Olds |
Tuesdays, 1:30–2:10 p.m.
Session A: September 14 – October 12
Session B: October 19 – November 16
This story time will inform, delight, and stimulate on a higher level the
listening and motor skills of a more mature child who has had previous
group experience. This group meets for 40 minutes.
*NEW! Grandparents may register grandchildren.
See registration procedures. |
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| Family Story Time - Infant–Grade 1 with Parent |
Family
Grandparents–come with or bring your grandchildren
7–7:45 p.m.
Wednesday, September 22 ~ Surprise!
Friday, October 15 ~ Autumn Colors
Thursday, November 18 ~ Fabulous Families
 An evening of stories and more for families with young children.
Each month will feature stories on a different theme. Come dressed
in your favorite pajamas and bring along your blanket or a stuffed
toy. Register for one or all.
See registration procedures. Families outside the Library District may attend for $2 per
person on a space available basis. |
| Book Character Visit - Spot |
 Family: Grandparents–come with or bring your
grandchildren
Friday, October 8 from 11–11:45 a.m.
Come for a story and a visit with your favorite
costumed book character, Spot. Bring your camera.
In partnership with Barnes & Noble of Geneva.
Families outside the Library District may attend on a
space available basis.
See registration procedures. |
| Stories at the Nature Center |
 Infant–5 years with Parent/Caregiver: Grandparents–come with
or bring your grandchildren
Fridays from 10:30–11 a.m.
October 22 OR October 29 OR November 5
Walk down the path to the Nature Center at Tekakwitha Woods for
stories. After the program explore the Nature Center, walk the trails,
and enjoy nature at its best. Cosponsored with the Kane County
Forest Preserve. To accommodate as many families as possible, a family may
register for only one date.
Families outside the Library District: Register with the Forest Preserve at
847-741-8350, ext. 10.
Map of Tekakwitha Woods |
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| Parents and Caregivers can help . . . |
To make Story Time a positive, beneficial, and enjoyable experience for all, we offer the following suggestions:
 Arrive early so your child has an opportunity to settle in and prepare for the quiet atmosphere of Story Time. At the conclusion of the program, be at the door to pick up your child, ages 3-5. - Be on time. Programs will begin and end promptly. If the door is closed when you arrive, please WAIT. The Storyteller will open the door and greet you.
- Each child reacts uniquely to new experiences. Some children, ages 3-5, may be unsure about being independent. You may want to consider Multi-Age Story Time where you also attend.
- If your child does not want to come, or participate, please do not force him/her. If this happens, call and consult with the storyteller.
Please call Youth Services at
630-584-9390
when your child is unable to attend.
In the event that your child misses two consecutive programs and we receive no notification, we will assume that your child is no longer able to attend. |
| Story Time Registration Procedures |
Registration & Attendance Procedures
Registration form
Youth Services programs are offered for children and students through grade 8 residing in
the St. Charles Library District. A child’s, student’s, or parent’s St. Charles Library card is
required. Grandparents may register grandchildren for certain programs. Check program
listings for these events.
The child or student must be the appropriate age or grade to be registered in a program.
Each eligible person attending a program must be registered. Registration is on a first
come basis and continues until all openings have been filled. Drop-in seating may be
available for some programs.
Families living outside the Library District may attend certain programs for a fee of $2 per
person on a space available basis. Check-in at the ASK ME Desk 15 minutes before the
program. All attendees must meet the age/grade requirements. Non-resident seating will
begin 5 minutes before the program. Check program listings for events that include nonresident
attendance.
Programs will begin and end promptly. Meeting Room/Story Room doors will open 10
minutes before the program is scheduled. Seating for registered participants will be
guaranteed until 5 minutes before the scheduled start time when drop-in seating will begin.
Late admittance is limited.
Please call the ASK ME Desk at 630-584-9390 when you are unable to attend a
program for which you are registered.
For your child’s safety, a parent or adult must accompany all children seven (7) years
of age and under while in the Library. Please review the “Keeping Safe in the Library”
brochure with your child/children.
Requests for special accommodations must be made 48 hours in advance of a Library
program. If assistance is needed in using the Library, please inform a Library Assistant
at the Circulation Desk. Talk with Youth Services staff about your child’s developmental
needs.
Registration forms are available online or in Youth Services at the ASK ME Desk.
ASK ME Staff will be glad to assist you in-person or by phone at 630-584-9390.
Three Ways to Register for Programs
Saturday, September 11 – In-person and online program registration begins
Tuesday, September 14 – Telephone program registration begins
A St. Charles Library card is required for most Youth Services programs.
- IN-PERSON – Register everyone in your family with one Library card and a completed registration form at the ASK ME Desk.
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 ONLINE – Register members of your family with each person’s individual Library card via
the Library’s website.
- TELEPHONE – Register everyone in your family with one Library card by calling the
ASK ME Staff at 630-584-9390.
Mark Your Calendar for 2011 Winter Registration Dates:
Saturday, January 8 – In-person and online program registration begins
Tuesday, January 11 – Telephone program registration begins
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Saturday, May 22: In-person & online program registration begins
Tuesday, June 8: Telephone program registration begins
- Youth Services programs are offered for children and students through Grade 8 residing in
the St. Charles Library District. A child’s, student’s, or parent’s St. Charles Library card is
required. Grandparents may register grandchildren for certain programs. Check program
listings for these events.
- The child or student must be the appropriate age or grade to be registered in a program.
Each eligible person attending a program must be registered. Registration is on a first come
basis and continues until all openings have been filled. Drop-in seating may be available
for some programs.
- Families living outside the Library District may attend certain programs for a fee of $2 per
person on a space available basis. Check-in at the ASK ME Desk 15 minutes before the
program. All attendees must meet the age/grade requirements. Non-resident seating will
begin 5 minutes before the program. Check program listings for events that include nonresident
attendance.
- Programs will begin and end promptly. Meeting Room/Story Room doors will open 10 minutes
before the program is scheduled. Seating for registered participants will be guaranteed until
5 minutes before the scheduled start time when drop-in seating will begin.
- Late admittance is limited.
- Please call the ASK ME Desk at 630-584-9390 when you are unable to attend a
program for which you are registered.
- For your child’s safety, a parent or adult must accompany all children seven (7) years of
age and under while in the Library. Please review the “Keeping Safe in the Library” brochure
with your child/children.
- Requests for special accommodations must be made 48 hours in advance of a Library
program. If assistance is needed in using the Library, please inform a Library Assistant at
Three Ways to Register for Programs
We offer in person, online, and telephone registration. A St. Charles Library card is
required. Registration is on a first come basis and continues until all openings have
been filled. Details at
the ASK ME Desk or by phone at 630-584-9390.
- IN PERSON - Register everyone in your family with one Library card and
a completed registration form at the ASK ME Desk.
- ONLINE – Register members of your family with each person’s individual
Library card via the Library’s website.
- TELEPHONE – Register everyone in your family with one Library card by calling the ASK
ME Desk Staff at 630-584-9390.
To apply for or renew library cards: two pieces of identification, one with name and
current address, are required of the adult applying for a personal card or cards for
their children under 18. Please check the expiration date on your Library card to be
sure it is current. Staff will be glad to assist you at the Circulation Desk.
Mark Your Calendar for Fall 2010 Registration Dates
Sat., September 11: In-person and online program registration begins
Tues., September 14: Telephone program registration begins |
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by Youth Services: 8/2010 |
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