Events in April 2026
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March 29, 2026 |
March 30, 2026(1 event) – 
Calling all preschoolers and their grown-ups! Join us for a PBS KIDS Learn & Play program packed with stories, videos, and hands-on activities inspired by your favorite PBS KIDS characters. Kids will explore early math, literacy, and social-emotional skills through games, crafts, and playful learning stations. Thornton Public Library |
March 31, 2026(1 event) – 
Like colorful pens, stickers, and making your planner look aesthetic? This teens-and-tweens-only session is all about bullet journaling, goal-setting, and organizing your life in a way that actually fits you. We’ll try different layouts, habit trackers, and creative spreads using journals, washi tape, and more. Thornton Public Library |
April 1, 2026 |
April 2, 2026 |
April 3, 2026(1 event) – 
Get ready to wiggle, giggle, and wonder! Join us for a lively storytime designed especially for our youngest library friends. This interactive session combines movement, music, stories, and sensory play to spark curiosity and build early literacy skills. Caregivers and children will sing, dance, and explore together through fun activities that encourage imagination and learning. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers who love to move and discover the world around them! Thornton Public Library |
April 4, 2026 |
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April 6, 2026 |
April 7, 2026(1 event) – 
Thornton Public Library |
April 8, 2026(1 event) –
Get ready to move, groove, and sing at the library! This energetic storytime blends music, rhythm, and movement with stories that spark imagination and learning. Children and caregivers will dance, clap, and play along to songs and stories that build early literacy and motor skills in a fun, interactive way. It’s the perfect mix of learning and laughter! Thornton Public Library |
April 9, 2026 |
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April 12, 2026 |
April 13, 2026(1 event) – 
Join us for our next adult book club as we dive into Fiona Davis’s atmospheric historical mystery, The Stolen Queen! About the book: Set between 1930s Egypt and 1970s New York City, this novel follows Met Museum Egyptologist Charlotte and young intern Annie as they race to recover a priceless stolen artifact and uncover the truth about a long-overlooked female pharaoh. Thornton Public Library |
April 14, 2026(1 event) – 
Thornton Public Library |
April 15, 2026 |
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April 17, 2026(1 event) – 
Dragonfly Paint Night at Thornton Library! Join us for a fun, step‑by‑step painting class instructed by Chris Hnatusko‑Janich and hosted by the Thornton Library. $20 per painter – CASH ONLY Each participant will paint a whimsical 16″ x 20″ “Mushroom House” on a pre‑drawn canvas, and appetizers are welcome. Prepayment is required by April 15 unless other arrangements are made with Angie at the Thornton Library; payments can be dropped off at the library (115 E. Margaret St.) or at the Thornton American Legion. To reserve your spot or ask questions, call Angie at the Thornton Library: (708) 877‑2579. Ages 21 and older only. |
April 18, 2026(1 event) – 
Discover the beauty and science of wildflowers right here at the library! Join educators from Sand Ridge Nature Center for an engaging session that celebrates Illinois’ native blooms. Learn how wildflowers grow, why they’re important to local ecosystems, and how you can help protect them. Through hands-on activities and fascinating nature facts, participants will explore the wonder of the natural world, no hiking boots required! Thornton Public Library |
April 19, 2026 |
April 20, 2026(1 event) – 
Let’s get creative and a little messy! Join us for Messy Mondays, an art-filled adventure designed for preschoolers and young children. Each week, we’ll explore colors, textures, and materials through playful, hands-on projects that spark imagination and creativity. No need to worry about staying tidy, just wear play clothes and get ready for big smiles and colorful fun! Thornton Public Library |
April 21, 2026(2 events) – 
Let’s make music together! Join Robin’s Nest Music Company for an upbeat, interactive program that encourages little ones to explore rhythm, melody, and movement. Through songs, simple instruments, and playful activities, children will develop early motor and listening skills while discovering the joy of making music. Caregivers are invited to sing, clap, and dance along in this fun-filled musical adventure! Thornton Public Library – 
Slow down, unwind, and color your stress away at Adult Coloring Night. Enjoy a calm space with relaxing music, conversation (or quiet!), and plenty of intricate coloring pages designed just for adults. Coloring can promote relaxation, mindfulness, and creativity. No artistic experience required. Thornton Public Library |
April 22, 2026 |
April 23, 2026(1 event) –
Move, stretch, and listen in this fun and mindful storytime! Kids will enjoy gentle stretches, simple yoga poses, and engaging stories that inspire focus, balance, and imagination. This relaxed session helps children build body awareness and calm while encouraging a love of reading and movement. It’s the perfect blend of energy and peace to start the day! Thornton Public Library |
April 24, 2026(1 event) – 
Join us for a fun-filled evening at the [Library Name]! Bring the whole family to enjoy a special screening of The Boss Baby, a hilarious and heartwarming adventure everyone will love. Thornton Recreation Center |
April 25, 2026 |
April 26, 2026 |
April 27, 2026(1 event) – 
It’s game time at the library! Join friends (or make new ones) for an hour of board games, card games, and video game fun. Whether you love strategy, speed, or just a good laugh, there’s something for everyone. Come unwind after school, challenge your skills, and enjoy a friendly, low-pressure hangout space just for teens. Thornton Public Library |
April 28, 2026 |
April 29, 2026(1 event) –
Join us for a fun-filled PBS Kids Learn & Play session at the library! Families can enjoy screen-free activities inspired by favorite PBS Kids shows that encourage curiosity, creativity, and learning through play. Each session features hands-on projects, storytelling, and games that help children explore science, nature, art, and friendship, all with the imagination and heart of PBS Kids. Thornton Public Library |
April 30, 2026 |
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