Family events in Quincy, IL

Bring your friends for a competitive LEGO challenge at the Quincy Library. Tweens ages 7 to 12 will build during the Build Challenge window, with judging beginning at 3:15 PM and prizes awarded for first, second, and third place. After the challenge, there will be time for free building and coding your own creation using the Spike Kits.

Enjoy Italian sausage from The Hill in St. Louis, brats, hot dogs, and chips. Homemade desserts accompany ice cream in vanilla, butter pecan, and chocolate, plus orange pineapple sherbet.

Preschool Playtime is an open-gym session designed for children six and under to move, explore, and build gross motor skills in a playful setting. Families can come and go as they wish, making it easy to fit into a busy day. The atmosphere encourages exercise and social interaction for little ones, while caregivers can meet up with friends and enjoy coffee nearby. Admission is $9 per child. After an active playtime, many children are ready for a nap, which can make the ride home a bit quieter.

Preschool Time is a free, 45-minute storytime-style program with thematic books, music, and more. It’s geared toward children ages 3 and up, and reservations are required because space is limited. Registration is required and will close on August 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM.