Baby & Me

10:00am–11:00am

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch

Room: Timberglen - Auditorium

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

A fun and interactive experience designed for both babies and parents. Engage in activities that promote bonding, learn valuable skills, and connect with other parents in a supportive environment.

Fiber Arts Workroom Open Office Hours!

1:00pm–2:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Need help on a project? Have a question about sewing machines? Want to hang out & craft with friends?

Movie of the Week

1:00pm–3:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Visit the Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch Library every Wednesday for a different screening of a movie!

Violin Class

2:00pm–2:45pm

Family

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

Book Talk

2:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch

Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Book lovers unite for a lively literary adventure! Whether you're into thrillers, romance, or non-fiction, this is the perfect place to share thoughts and stories from whatever book has captured your attention.

The Quiet Strength of Resilience with Ron Schwarz, a Second Generation Holocaust Survivor

2:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - In Library (8th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Author Ron Schwarz will discuss his book, The Quiet Strength of Resilience: A Holocaust Story Spanning Four Generations.

Boardgames!

4:00pm–4:45pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch

Room: Highland Hills - Classroom B

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Unplug and challenge your mind with an afternoon of board games!

Keyboard Class

4:00pm–4:45pm

Family

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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch

Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

Chess for ages 7+

4:00pm–5:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Stop by the Vickery Park Branch Library every Wednesday @ 4 pm to learn the rules and strategies of chess!

This program is suitable for kids ages 7 and up and welcome to all!

American Mah Jongg

4:00pm–6:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch

Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

🀄Meet new friends and discover the addiction of the game of Mah Jongg.🀄

These sessions will be open-play with no instructors and you must bring your own set.

Family Movie Night: "Ratatouille"

5:30pm–7:00pm

Family

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Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch

Room: Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

This month we are enjoying a family favorite, "Ratatouille"!

Mental Health Awareness Month - Pony Bead Bracelets

6:00pm–7:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch

Room: Oak Lawn - In Library

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

In this super chill program for kids, you’ll craft colorful pony bead bracelets with all the good vibes to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month! Get ready to flex your creativity while dropping some positive messages.

Painting (Without a Brush!)

6:00pm–7:30pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch

Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Create your very own work of art in a painting workshop. There is just one catch: no brush!

Great Books Book Club

6:30pm–8:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch

Room: Park Forest - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Read the greatest books in history and share your thoughts with fellow classic enthusiasts. Please have read the selection before the Book Club meeting. This meeting's selection is "A Long Day's Journey Into Night" by Eugene O'Neil.