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Books & Storytelling

Scales N Tales Storytime at Franklin Park Public Library

February 06 - March 27, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am

This event occurs weekly,
on Fridays

Toddlers and parents participating in an early childhood music class at the Music Institute of Chicago

Photo credit: Music Institute of Chicago

Description

Scales N Tales Storytime at Franklin Park Public Library is a fun weekly animal themed storytime for young children. Kids ages 0-5 can enjoy stories about a new animal each week, with some bilingual Spanish included. No registration is required, making it an easy drop in activity for families.

Event cost: Free

Event times: 11-11:30 a.m. Fridays Feb. 6-March 27, 2026

Additional Information

Website: https://www.fppld.org/event/scales-n-tales-storytime-9/2026-02-20/

Age recommendation: Babies, Preschool, Toddlers

Neighborhood: North/Northwest Suburbs

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