Wilmette Public Library
Sun: 12:00pm-5:00pm
Mon: 9:00am-9:00pm
Tue: 9:00am-9:00pm
Wed: 9:00am-9:00pm
Thu: 9:00am-9:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-9:00pm
Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm
New Parent Playgroup
Parents and caregivers of babies up to 6 months
Saturday, March 14
11:00am - 12:00pm
Wilmette Public Library
Youth Program RoomHave a baby born since Fall 2025? Join us to build community and confidence as you navigate life with your new little one.
This spring, the library invites parents and caregivers of babies born since Fall 2025 to a new program series designed to support families in their first year. Each session features a cozy baby storytime, play time with age-appropriate toys, and opportunities to meet other new parents. Early childhood experts will be present to answer your questions about topics such as infant sleep, early nutrition, and developmental milestones. Learn, play, and grow together in a supportive library community. Meeting dates will be Saturdays, March 14, April 11, and May 9.
As our community of new parents grows, we’ll continue to launch new groups for families with babies born in later seasons—so everyone can find their circle of support. If your baby was born earlier in 2025 and you are seeking connection and advice, you are welcome to join us.
Our experts:
Saturday, March 14 · Kassie Leachman, a certified full spectrum doula and childbirth educator, will present tips and answer questions about infant feeding and care.
Saturday, April 11 · Lauren Ratliff LCSW, founder of Matrescence Therapy, will talk about supporting your mental health in the first year.
Saturday, May 9 · Elizabeth Hackl, M.S., an ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist, will talk about language development and answer questions about issues with feeding.
If you are registered for the series but can't make it to a meeting, that's not a problem! We know how unpredictable life can be with a new baby.
Questions? Contact Youth Services at 847-256-6945 or Youth Services Manager Andrea Vaughn Johnson at avjohnson@wilmettelibrary.info.
Wilmette Public Library
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From the south: Go north on Green Bay Road. Turn left on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building.
From the north: Go south on Green Bay Road. Turn right on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building.
From I-94 (Edens Expressway):from the South - exit at Lake Ave. East. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave. • from the North - exit at Rt. 41/Skokie Blvd. Turn left (east) on Lake Ave. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave.
Mass transit options include CTA, Metra, and Pace.