Kids, teens and family

Events specifically for children or teens as well as those for families, including classes, park and library programs, music, dances, family fitness events, battles of the bands. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.

March 9

Rockin' Roarin' Dinosaurs: Begins week of March 9, Friendship Park Conservatory, 395 Algonquin Road, Des Plaines. Children ages 3-6 discover the mysteries of the past through book, videos, music and crafts. Session is three weeks. $30-$35. (847) 298-3500.

Lapsit Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Mondays, March 9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Babies birth to 18 months and their caregivers can build language skills through the use of songs, finger plays, rhymes and stories. (847) 459-4100 or www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Read to a dog: 4-5 p.m. Monday, March 9, Schaumburg Township District Library, 120 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Children read aloud to a dog certified by Therapy Dogs International. Free, must register at (847) 923-3439.

Techno jewelry: 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, March 9, Palatine Library, 700 N. North Court. Recycle computer parts into one-of-a-kind bracelets, necklaces and cell phone charms. For grades 7-12. Register at, (847) 358-5881 or palatinelibrary.org.

Teen Game Night: 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, March 9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 play video games on PS2, Xbox360 and Wii. Register at (847) 459-4100 or www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Preschool Drop-in Storytime: 11-11:30 a.m. Mondays, March 9 and 23, and Tuesdays, March 10 and 24, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. A short film and stories for ages 3-5. Register at (847) 459-4100 or www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Pajama Storytime: 7-7:30 p.m. Monday, March 9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Ages 3-7 can put on pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed animal for stories, finger plays, songs and games. Register at (847) 459-4100 or www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Chess Club: 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays, March 9 and 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Play against other players. Prior knowledge of chess is required. All ages welcome. Register at (847) 459-4100 or www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Chess Club: 4-5 p.m. Monday, March 9, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. For students in grades two-12. (630) 837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.

March 10

Make MySpace Yourspace: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can get creative with their MySpace pages or create one for the first time. Register at (847) 459-4100 or www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Pops Concert & Bake Sale: 7 p.m.Tuesday, March 10, Chippewa Middle School, 123 N.Eighth St., Des Plaines. The jazz band, orchestras and choruses perform popular music, preceded by a COPE-sponsored bake sale that begins at 6 p.m. Scott, (847) 824-1503.

March 11

Teen Bytes & Bites: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can learn about all the nitty-gritty parts of a computer. Pizza provided. Register at (847) 459-4100 or indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 12

Read to Rover: 6:15-7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 12, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 1-5 can read to certified therapy dogs. Sign up in person at the "Ask Here" desk on the first floor, for a 15-minute, one-on-one reading with a dog. No parents or siblings allowed in the room during the session. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Teen Blogging: 8-9 p.m. Thursday, March 12, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can create a Xanga or Blogger account. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 13

Friday Tot Lot: 9:30 a.m.-Noon Friday, March 13, Sport Center gymnasium, 1141 W. Irving Park Road, Schaumburg. Parent-supervised open gym for children ages 6 and under. Includes balls, riding toys, climbing mats. $40-$60. (847) 490-7020 or parkfun.com.

Internet Scavenger Hunt: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, March 13, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can surf the World Wide Web with a team of friends to find fun facts and win prizes. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Fun Fair: 6-8 p.m. Friday, March 13, Fox School, 1035 Parkview Drive, Hanover Park. (630) 736-3500.

March 14

Family pirate brigade: 7:15-9:15 p.m. Saturday, March 14, Splash Central, 700 S. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Pirate-themed evening of water fights, water balloons, cannonball contests, relay races and food delights. $5-$8. Register at (630) 540-4800 or bartlettparks.org.

Middle School Drop-Ins: Saturdays, March 14, April 18 and May 9, Prairie Lakes Community Center, Des Plaines. Recreational activities for grades six-eight. $7 at the door. (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org.

Got Shabbat: Families with children ages 4-8 can spend a Shabbat afternoon at JCC's Got Shabbat? from 4-5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 14, at Congregation Beth Am, 225 N. McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. Enjoy craft projects, food, Shabbat songs and Storybook Yoga with Katie Klatt-Bowen. Call Susan Ellenby at (224) 406-9223.

"The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe": 3 p.m. Saturday, March 14, Palatine Library, 700 N. North Court. Theater production based on the C.S. Lewis classic, presented by American eagle Productions. Tickets required. (847) 358-5881 or palatinelibrary.org.

St. Patrick's Day Family Potluck: 5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 14, Barrington United Methodist Church, 98 Algonquin Road, Barrington. Corned beef and cabbage, games, and a movie. All welcome. Elaine, (847) 921-5356.

Hoffman Jaycees Children's Fun Fair: 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 14, Hoffman Estates Village Hall, 1900 Hassell Road. Children's games, Bingo, crafts, more. Admission $2 per child; free for adults, who must accompany children. (847) 385-8265.

Congregational United Church of Christ Sock hop: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, March 14, Pioneer Park in Arlington Heights. Part of the yearlong 50th anniversary celebration, the party includes a pizza dinner, root beer floats, music, and dancing lessons. CongUCC.org or (847) 392-6650.

Science in Action: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 14 and May 16, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. For grades three-six, features a principal of science and a craft. Register at (630) 837-2855 or bartlett.li.il.us.

Super Saturday: 11 - 11:45 a.m. Saturday, March 14, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. The Puppet Place Theater, presents "Peter Rabbit"

Beatrix Potter's classic book. Register at, (847) 253-5675 or mppl.org/events.

March 16

Anime Club: 4-5:30 p.m. Mondays, March 16 and 30, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. A new anime movie or series each meeting, and Japanese. For grades 6-12. For information, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Chess Club: 4-5 p.m. Monday, March 16, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. For students in grades 2-12. (630) 837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.

Read to a dog: 4-5 p.m. Monday, March 16, Schaumburg Township District Library, 120 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Children read aloud to a dog certified by Therapy Dogs International. Free, must register at (847) 923-3439.

Mad Science: 7-8 p.m. Monday, March 16, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 4-6 can examine chemistry and the science of molecules and matter, then make some colorful super bouncy balls. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 17

Band concert: 7 p.m. Monday, March 17, Keller Junior High School, 820 Bode Road, Schaumburg. Fifth and sixth grade band students from Enders Salk, Fairview, Hoover and Lakeview schools, along with the District 54 Jazz Band perform. Dave, (847) 357-6500.

March 18

Mary Poppins trip: 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, Cadillac Palace Theatre. Bus departs from the Palatine Park District, 250 W. Wood St., Palatine. All ages 17 and under with an adult. $50-$75 fee includes transportation and show ticket. Lunch is on your own. For information or to register, (847) 991-0333 or palatineparks.org.

Lunch with the Easter Bunny: 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 18, Biltmore Country Club, Barrington. Hosted by the Barrington Woman's Club. Proceeds benefit the club's philanthropic endeavors. $40. (847) 882-6450 or (847) 381-2123.

Toddler Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 18 and Thursday, March 19, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Storytime for children 18-36 months old and their caregivers. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 20

Friday Tot Lot: 9:30 a.m.-Noon Friday, March 20, Sport Center gymnasium, 1141 W. Irving Park Road, Schaumburg. Parent-supervised open gym for children ages 6 and under. Includes balls, riding toys, climbing mats. $40-$60. (847) 490-7020 or parkfun.com.

March 21

Egg hunt: All children are invited to the Annual Resurrection Easter egg Hunt at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 21, at Grace Lutheran Church, 780 S. Bartlett Road, Streamwood. Hunt for eggs and hear the story of the Resurrection of Jesus. Children who find "special eggs" will receive a special prize. Free. (630) 289-3996.

March 22

St. Joseph's Day Table: 2-5 p.m. Sunday, March 22, St. Isidore Church, 427 Army Trail Road, Bloomingdale. (630) 529-3045.

March 23

Spring Break Camp: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. March 23-17, Bartlett Community Center gymnasium, 700 S. Bartlett Road. Games, swimming and activities for children in grades K-six.

$112-$158. (630) 540-4800 or bartlettparks.org.

Spring Recess Science Camp: Noon-3 p.m. March 23-27, Bartlett Nature Center, 2054 W. Stearns Road. For ages 8-13. $80. (630) 540-4800 or bartlettparks.org.

Des Plaines Park District day trips: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. March 23-27, depart from and return to the Leisure Center, 2222 Birch St., Des Plaines. Day trips for children in grades two-eight include Enchanted Castle, Pickwick Theater, Pump-It-Up Entertainment, Rinkside Sports, Chuck E. Cheese, Schaumburg's Indoor Waterworks, Brunswick Zone and Orbit Skate Center. $34-$43 per trip. For information, (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org.

Chess Club: 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, March 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Play against other players. Prior knowledge of chess is required. All ages are welcome. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

NWSRA spring registration: Monday, March 23, Park Central, 3000 W. Central Road, Suite 205, Rolling Meadows. Spring session begins Monday, April 6 for five weeks. Individuals with disabilities are invited to register for this NWSRA recreational program. (847) 392-2870.

Bunny visits: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday March 30, Tuesday, March 31 and Wednesday, April 1. Bunny's stops will be approximately five minutes long and are open to Schaumburg Park District residents only. $20 by 5 p.m. Monday, March 23. Once registered, Bunny's helpers will call with the approximate time of his arrival. (847) 490-7020.

March 24

Spring Has Sprung Storytime: 7-7:45 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Listen to stories and make a craft. The library will provide a snack and drink. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Games at the library: 1-4 p.m. Tuesday, March 24 and Wednesday, March 25, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Rd. Video and board games for grades two-12, refreshments. (630)-837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.

March 25

Candy Sushi and Pocky Tasting: 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, Palatine Public Library, 700 N. North Court. Kids in grade three-five make candy sushi and take part in a pocky tasting contest. (847) 358-5881, ext. 132, or visit palatinelibrary.org.

March 26

Japanese Craft Day:

10 a.m.- 8 p.m. Thursday, March 26, Palatine Library, 700 N. North Court. Young children and their parents/caregivers are invited to drop-in and make a Japanese craft.

Family variety program: 10 a.m. Thursday, March 26, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Jason Kollum-Juggling and Variety Entertainment program (630)-837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.

March 27

Friday Tot Lot: 9:30 a.m.-Noon Friday, March 27, Sport Center gymnasium, 1141 W. Irving Park Road, Schaumburg. Parent-supervised open gym for children ages 6 and under. Includes balls, riding toys, climbing mats. $40-$60. (847) 490-7020 or parkfun.com.

Teen Coffee House: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, March 27, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Open mic night and karaoke jam for grades 6-12. Pizza and soda will be available. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 28

American Girl Tea Party: 11 a.m. Barnes & Noble, Arlington Heights. Treats and activities for you and your American Girl doll.

March 29

Chess For All Ages: 1:30-4 p.m. Sunday, March 29, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Play a friendly game of chess or learn from others how to play the game. No prior knowledge of chess is required. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 30

Fun with Chinese: 4:30-5:20 p.m. Mondays, March 30-May 18, South Barrington Community Center, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. South Barrington Park District and Happy Chinese School present this class to teach Chinese to all beginning learners in a fun and easy way. $120-$128. Register at (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net. Visit, HappyChineseSchool.com for information.

Anime Club: 4-5:30 p.m. Mondays, March 30, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. A new anime movie or series each meeting, and Japanese. For grades 6-12. For information, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Chess Club: 4-5 p.m. Monday, March 30, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. For students in grades 2-12. (630) 837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.

March 31

Teen Advisory Board: 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can voice an opinion on past programs and help start some new ones. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

April 3

Friday Tot Lot: 9:30 a.m.-Noon Friday, April 3, Sport Center gymnasium, 1141 W. Irving Park Road, Schaumburg. Parent-supervised open gym for children ages 6 and under. Includes balls, riding toys, climbing mats. $40-$60. (847) 490-7020 or parkfun.com.

Horizon Bingo night: 7-9 p.m. Friday, April 3, Tefft Middle School, 1100 Shirley Ave., Streamwood. Free family fun, win prizes, raffles, snacks available for purchase.

April 4

Lunch with the Easter Bunny: Saturday, April 4, Bartlett Community Center, Oak Room, 700 S. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Hosted by the Bartlett Woman's Club. $6 per person includes lunch and raffle prizes, and Easter buckets for each child. Two seatings 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Reservations required. Karin, (630) 289-6533.

Easter Praise and Egg Hunt: 10 a.m. Saturday, April 4, Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, Army Trail and Petersdorf roads, Bartlett. For children toddlers-sixth grade. Sing, hunt for candy-filled eggs and make crafts.

April 10

Friday Tot Lot: 9:30 a.m.-Noon Friday, April 10, Sport Center gymnasium, 1141 W. Irving Park Road, Schaumburg. Parent-supervised open gym for children ages 6 and under. Includes balls, riding toys, climbing mats. $40-$60. (847) 490-7020 or parkfun.com.

Aqua Egg Hunt: 10 a.m. Friday, April 10, Splash Central, 700 S. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Children, divided into age groups, collect eggs in the water. Bring a bathing suit, towel and a basket for gathering the eggs. Advance registration required. $8-$10. (630) 540-4800.

April 17

Friday Tot Lot: 9:30 a.m.-Noon Friday, April 17, Sport Center gymnasium, 1141 W. Irving Park Road, Schaumburg. Parent-supervised open gym for children ages 6 and under. Includes balls, riding toys, climbing mats. $40-$60. (847) 490-7020 or parkfun.com.

April 18

Middle School Drop-Ins: Saturdays, April 18 and May 9, Prairie Lakes Community Center, Des Plaines. Recreational activities for grades six-eight. $7 at the door. (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org.

Flying 4 Kids: 10 a.m. Saturday, April 18, Margreth Riemer Reservoir Wood, Quentin, and Palatine roads, Palatine

Free event for all ages. Bring your kite and participate in this fifth statewide kite fly started to create awareness of parks, recreation, and the Park District Youth License Plate program. Free kite kits to the first 50 children, raffles, more. (847)-991-0333.

April 24

Friday Tot Lot: 9:30 a.m.-Noon Friday, April 24, Sport Center gymnasium, 1141 W. Irving Park Road, Schaumburg. Parent-supervised open gym for children ages 6 and under. Includes balls, riding toys, climbing mats. $40-$60. (847) 490-7020 or parkfun.com.

May 3

Mother-Daughter Tea and Fashion Show: 2 p.m. Sunday, May 3, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Registration required for this event featuring the fashions of the Titanic historic period. Space limited. ((630) 837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.

May 9

Middle School Drop-Ins: Saturday, May 9, Prairie Lakes Community Center, Des Plaines. Recreational activities for grades six-eight. $7 at the door. (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org.

May 19

Exoplanets-World Beyond Our Solar System: 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Presented by NASA Ambassador Jim Kovac. Find out about the recent discoveries of extra-solar planets within the Milky Way galaxy. (630) 837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.

June 15

Hellenic American Academy summer camp: Session begins June 15. For camps hours, fees and information, (847) 317-1063.