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STEAM Studio: Wind-Powered Cars

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens

1st-6th grade. Are you interested in STEAM? Do you enjoy creating, tinkering, and building? Join us once a month in the new Studio for all things Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.

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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making
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1st-6th grade. Are you interested in STEAM? Do you enjoy creating, tinkering, and building? Join us once a month in the new Studio for all things Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.

Hearts & Crafts in The Studio

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults

Do you make items for charities? Bring your projects and meet likeminded makers! 

Looking for a project to do? New Life for Old Bags will be there with materials to get you started!

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Register Now
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you make items for charities? Bring your projects and meet likeminded makers! 

Looking for a project to do? New Life for Old Bags will be there with materials to get you started!

Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual (Live) at Online
Program Type:
Arts, Culture & Travel, Books, Authors & Writing, Illinois Libraries Present, Special Event, Special Presenters & Performers, Virtual
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens

Join bestselling author and illustrator Dan Santat for an afternoon event all about books and art with friend and collaborator, author Minh Lê.

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Room: Virtual (Live)
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Books, Authors & Writing, Illinois Libraries Present, Special Event, Special Presenters & Performers, Virtual
Event Details:

Join bestselling author and illustrator Dan Santat for an afternoon event all about books and art with friend and collaborator, author Minh Lê.

LEGO Club: Teen Edition

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Social, Games & Entertainment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Calling all teens! Join us for our monthly LEGO Club! New to Legos or in a LEGO slump? We will have new inspiration at every session to get you started!

LEGO Club: Teen Edition is brought to you by members of the Teen Advisory Group.

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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Social, Games & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all teens! Join us for our monthly LEGO Club! New to Legos or in a LEGO slump? We will have new inspiration at every session to get you started!

LEGO Club: Teen Edition is brought to you by members of the Teen Advisory Group.

Chess Club for Kids

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens

Ages 8-12.  Learn the basics of chess & use your skills with other players in this three week program.

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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12.  Learn the basics of chess & use your skills with other players in this three week program.

Crafternoon in the Studio

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Tweens

In the Studio.  Let your creativity flow with an afternoon of self-directed arts & crafts in the Studio! All supplies will be provided.  

Adult supervision is required.

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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Event Details:

In the Studio.  Let your creativity flow with an afternoon of self-directed arts & crafts in the Studio! All supplies will be provided.  

Adult supervision is required.

Art Club: Poké Ball Art

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 4:45pm
Video (Pre-Recorded) at Online
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge, Virtual
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens

1st-6th grade. Create some awesome art with a step-by-step video to help you create a masterpiece. THEME: Poké Ball Art

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Online
Room: Video (Pre-Recorded)
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

1st-6th grade. Create some awesome art with a step-by-step video to help you create a masterpiece. THEME: Poké Ball Art

Family Trivia Night

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens

Ages 6 and up with a caregiver.  Engage in friendly competition and test your wits with a variety of exciting trivia challenges that span literature, history, science, and more.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 and up with a caregiver.  Engage in friendly competition and test your wits with a variety of exciting trivia challenges that span literature, history, science, and more.

Kindness Club: Kindness BINGO

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens

Ages 7-12. Make the world a better place with fun projects and activities that will help spread kindness and leave smiles along the way. ACTIVITY:  Kindness BINGO

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 7-12. Make the world a better place with fun projects and activities that will help spread kindness and leave smiles along the way. ACTIVITY:  Kindness BINGO

Chess Club for Kids

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens

Ages 8-12.  Learn the basics of chess & use your skills with other players in this three week program.

Upcoming
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12.  Learn the basics of chess & use your skills with other players in this three week program.

Crafternoon in the Studio

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Tweens

In the Studio.  Let your creativity flow with an afternoon of self-directed arts & crafts in the Studio! All supplies will be provided.  

Adult supervision is required.

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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Event Details:

In the Studio.  Let your creativity flow with an afternoon of self-directed arts & crafts in the Studio! All supplies will be provided.  

Adult supervision is required.

Afterhours Switch Gaming Night

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens

Ages 8-12.  Come ready to play games like Mario Kart, Super Mario Wonder, Nintendo Switch Sports, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and others on the library's Nintendo Switch. Attendees will decide what games we play.

Upcoming
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12.  Come ready to play games like Mario Kart, Super Mario Wonder, Nintendo Switch Sports, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and others on the library's Nintendo Switch. Attendees will decide what games we play.

Hearts & Crafts in The Studio

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults

Do you make items for charities? Bring your projects and meet likeminded makers! 

Looking for a project to do? New Life for Old Bags will be there with materials to get you started!

Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you make items for charities? Bring your projects and meet likeminded makers! 

Looking for a project to do? New Life for Old Bags will be there with materials to get you started!

Chess Club for Kids

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens

Ages 8-12.  Learn the basics of chess & use your skills with other players in this three week program.

Upcoming
View Details
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12.  Learn the basics of chess & use your skills with other players in this three week program.

Family BINGO Night

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids, Tweens

Ages 4 & up with caregiver.  Join us for a fun-filled Family Bingo Night at the library! Gather your loved ones for an evening of excitement and friendly competition.

Upcoming
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4 & up with caregiver.  Join us for a fun-filled Family Bingo Night at the library! Gather your loved ones for an evening of excitement and friendly competition.

Crafternoon in the Studio

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Tweens

In the Studio.  Let your creativity flow with an afternoon of self-directed arts & crafts in the Studio! All supplies will be provided.  

Adult supervision is required.

View Details
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Event Details:

In the Studio.  Let your creativity flow with an afternoon of self-directed arts & crafts in the Studio! All supplies will be provided.  

Adult supervision is required.

STEAM Studio: Beach Ball Towers

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens

1st-6th grade. Are you interested in STEAM? Do you enjoy creating, tinkering, and building? Join us once a month in the new Studio for all things Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.

Upcoming
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

1st-6th grade. Are you interested in STEAM? Do you enjoy creating, tinkering, and building? Join us once a month in the new Studio for all things Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.

Geek Out!: Graphic Novel Club: Just Roll with It by Lee Durfey-Lavoie and Veronica Agarwal

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Storytime Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Books, Authors & Writing, Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens

4th-8th grade. Come chat about this month's graphic novel selection while creating a unique craft. Pick up books at the Patron Services desk.

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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Books, Authors & Writing, Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

4th-8th grade. Come chat about this month's graphic novel selection while creating a unique craft. Pick up books at the Patron Services desk.

Super Mario Kart Bouncy Race Course

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids, Tweens

Recommended ages: 4-12 years.  Bounce your way to the finish line in this hilariously reimagined Mario Kart course complete with wacky obstacles and magnificent surprises!  Dress up as your favorite Mario Kart character,

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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Special Event, Summer Learning Challenge
Event Details:

Recommended ages: 4-12 years.  Bounce your way to the finish line in this hilariously reimagined Mario Kart course complete with wacky obstacles and magnificent surprises!  Dress up as your favorite Mario Kart character,

Crafternoon in the Studio

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Tweens

In the Studio.  Let your creativity flow with an afternoon of self-directed arts & crafts in the Studio! All supplies will be provided.  

Adult supervision is required.

View Details
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Event Details:

In the Studio.  Let your creativity flow with an afternoon of self-directed arts & crafts in the Studio! All supplies will be provided.  

Adult supervision is required.

Art Club: Tetris Puzzle

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 4:45pm
Video (Pre-Recorded) at Online
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge, Virtual
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens

1st-6th grade. Create some awesome art with a step-by-step video to help you create a masterpiece. THEME: Tetris Puzzle

Upcoming
View Details
Registration Required
Library Branch: Online
Room: Video (Pre-Recorded)
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

1st-6th grade. Create some awesome art with a step-by-step video to help you create a masterpiece. THEME: Tetris Puzzle

Kindness Club: Bookmarks for Little Free Library

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens

Ages 7-12. Make the world a better place with fun projects and activities that will help spread kindness and leave smiles along the way. ACTIVITY: Bookmarks for Little Free Library

Upcoming
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 7-12. Make the world a better place with fun projects and activities that will help spread kindness and leave smiles along the way. ACTIVITY: Bookmarks for Little Free Library

Crafternoon in the Studio

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Studio at Main Branch
Program Type:
Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Tweens

In the Studio.  Let your creativity flow with an afternoon of self-directed arts & crafts in the Studio! All supplies will be provided.  

Adult supervision is required.

View Details
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Summer Learning Challenge
Event Details:

In the Studio.  Let your creativity flow with an afternoon of self-directed arts & crafts in the Studio! All supplies will be provided.  

Adult supervision is required.

Afterhours Switch Gaming Night

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Age Group:
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens

Ages 8-12.  Come ready to play games like Mario Kart, Super Mario Wonder, Nintendo Switch Sports, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and others on the library's Nintendo Switch. Attendees will decide what games we play.

Upcoming
View Details
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12.  Come ready to play games like Mario Kart, Super Mario Wonder, Nintendo Switch Sports, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and others on the library's Nintendo Switch. Attendees will decide what games we play.