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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
9
2026
Sat
Intellichoice Math Tutoring
10:00am–12:00pm
Vickery Park - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Vickery Park Branch
Room:
Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Are you having trouble in Math? Get FREE tutoring Saturdays 10am - 12pm from Intellichoice Math Tutors. Available for all students up to grade 12.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17)
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
May
9
2026
Sat
Intellichoice Math Tutoring
10:00am–12:00pm
Renner-Frankford - Study Room B
Library Branch:
Renner Frankford Branch
Room:
Renner-Frankford - Study Room B
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Are you having trouble in Math? Get FREE tutoring Saturdays 10am - 12pm from Intellichoice Math Tutors. Available for all students up to grade 12.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
9
2026
Sat
IntelliChoice Math Tutoring
10:00am–12:00pm
Skyline - Classroom
Library Branch:
Skyline Branch
Room:
Skyline - Classroom
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Sign up to receive free math tutoring! Intellichoice offers math tutoring beginning January 17, 2026. Saturdays, 10:00am - 12:00 pm
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17)
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
May
9
2026
Sat
IntelliChoice Math Tutoring K-12
10:00am–12:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Library Branch:
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room:
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Sign up to receive FREE math tutoring for grades K-12 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library.
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This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Teen (ages 13-17),
Adult (18+)
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
9
2026
Sat
Dungeons & Dragons
1:00pm–3:30pm
Prairie Creek - Study Room 1
Library Branch:
Prairie Creek Branch
Room:
Prairie Creek - Study Room 1
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17),
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Slay monsters, gather treasure and go on adventures with friends old and new! Dungeons & Dragons sessions, led by Thomas Acebo, meet every second and fourth Saturday of the month.
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
6
2026
Wed
Craft-er Noon at the Youth Discovery Center!
2:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor)
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Create a fun craft at the Youth Discovery Center! Each month the craft will be announced the Friday before the event!
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
9
2026
Sat
Crafternoon: Fluttering Flamingos
2:00pm–3:00pm
Forest Green - Children's Area
Library Branch:
Forest Green Branch
Room:
Forest Green - Children's Area
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Make a one-of-a-kind, funky flamingo using your own handprint. Use paper, feathers and other materials to make a beautiful bird as unique as you!
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
9
2026
Sat
Kids Maker Studio
2:00pm–3:30pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Mountain Creek Branch
Room:
Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Spark creativity and let imagination take center stage! Kid’s Maker Studio is the place where young creators explore art, build cool projects, and try hands-on activities that stretch both creativity and confidence.
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
4
2026
Mon
Lakewood Labs
3:30pm–4:30pm
Lakewood - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Lakewood Branch
Room:
Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Are you curious about the world and how things work? Welcome to the Lakewood Labs, where we get hands on with experimenting and trying things out. Every month will be a whole new adventure! This month we are getting topsy-turvy.
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
6
2026
Wed
Crafternoon
3:30pm–4:30pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Library Branch:
Vickery Park Branch
Room:
Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Español,
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Crafternoons is a creative event held every other Wednesday at the Vickery Park Branch Library. Unleash your creativity and enjoy an afternoon of crafting and artistic expression!
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
May
6
2026
Wed
After School Cinema
3:30pm–5:00pm
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room:
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Bring the family for a kid-friendly movie screening. Repeats weekly.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
6
2026
Wed
Elsie Sticks Creation
3:45pm–4:45pm
Polk-Wisdom - In Library
Library Branch:
Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room:
Polk-Wisdom - In Library
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Come build Elsie Sticks, and see who can make the tallest tower. Can you beat your friends?
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
6
2026
Wed
Lego Laboratory
3:45pm–5:00pm
Park Forest - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Park Forest Branch
Room:
Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Flex your engineering skills and creative muscles with building bricks! Each month will have a different theme. All supplies provided.
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
7
2026
Thu
After School STEAM
3:30pm–4:30pm
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room:
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Join us every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 PM for hands-on crafts that spark creativity and curiosity! Every week, you can color, create, and explore fun new activities.
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
5
2026
Tue
Sea Craft Jars
4:00pm–4:45pm
Arcadia Park - Story Children's Area
Library Branch:
Arcadia Park Branch
Room:
Arcadia Park - Story Children's Area
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Dive into creativity with DIY Sea Craft Jars! 🐚 Make your own mini ocean world filled with shells, waves, and seaside magic! 🌊
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
5
2026
Tue
After School STEAM
4:00pm–5:00pm
Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Prairie Creek Branch
Room:
Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Visit the Prairie Creek branch every week after school on Tuesdays from 4:00pm to 5:00pm for a fun filled Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Math activity!
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
5
2026
Tue
Cinco de STEM
4:30pm–5:30pm
Mountain Creek - Study Room
Library Branch:
Mountain Creek Branch
Room:
Mountain Creek - Study Room
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Get ready to build up some history as curiosity marches straight into the Battle of Puebla! School-age learners will explore the story behind Cinco de Mayo and discover how a small but determined force made a big impact.
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Homework Help at the library
4:00pm–4:45pm
Arcadia Park - Story Children's Area
Library Branch:
Arcadia Park Branch
Room:
Arcadia Park - Story Children's Area
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
📚 Need a little homework help? Kids ages 6–12 can bring their questions to the library and get help from our staff. 📚
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Beaded Windchimes
4:00pm–5:00pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Library Branch:
Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room:
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
In this STEAM activity, learn about the science of windchimes and make your own beaded chime craft to take home with you!
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Mini Master Builders
4:00pm–5:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A
Library Branch:
White Rock Hills Branch
Room:
White Rock Hills - Classroom A
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
This is a hands-on, creativity-packed Lego program designed to spark imagination and build problem-solving skills in kids!
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Game Day!
4:00pm–6:00pm
Forest Green - Classroom 2
Library Branch:
Forest Green Branch
Room:
Forest Green - Classroom 2
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Afterschool STEAM
4:30pm–5:00pm
Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Library Branch:
Lochwood Branch
Room:
Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Thursdays afterschool we explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun and creative projects! Recommended for ages 6 to 11 years old.
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
8
2026
Fri
Tic Tac Triumph
4:00pm–4:45pm
Arcadia Park - In Library
Library Branch:
Arcadia Park Branch
Room:
Arcadia Park - In Library
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Get ready to challenge your brain and have fun playing Tic Tac Triumph. Join us for a classic game with a twist.
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This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
May
5
2026
Tue
Teen Game Night
5:00pm–6:00pm
Polk-Wisdom - In Library
Library Branch:
Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room:
Polk-Wisdom - In Library
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Do you have what it takes to challenge others? Come join us for Game Night!
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This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
May
7
2026
Thu
Melted Crayon Art
5:30pm–6:30pm
Mountain Creek - Study Room
Library Branch:
Mountain Creek Branch
Room:
Mountain Creek - Study Room
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Get ready to heat up creativity and let colors flow! Teens will transform crayons into vibrant, melted masterpieces using safe, hands-on techniques.
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