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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul-Aug
2025
Erica Sutherland Presents: Tapestry
All Day
7/18–8/31
Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Erica Sutherland Presents: Tapestry Tapestry is a mindful and at times playful meditation on life and the feminin
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
20
2025
Sun
SMART Summer Coloring Week 8
All Day
Renner-Frankford - In Library
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Library Branch:
Renner Frankford Branch
Room:
Renner-Frankford - In Library
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Express your creativity and make your mark on our SMART Summer community coloring page. Don't forget to sign the artist log so we know who helped create this community masterpiece.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul-Aug
2025
Scavenger Hunt Week: Sea Creatures
All Day
7/21–8/2
Audelia Road - In Library
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Library Branch:
Audelia Road Branch
Room:
Audelia Road - In Library
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Embark on an exciting scavenger hunt at the library! Each month, explore the nooks and crannies of the library to uncover the hidden pictures! Once you've found them all, stop by the information desk for a special prize!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
23
2025
Wed
Stories at the Sprayground
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Library Branch:
Community Events
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Splash into Summer with a special storytime geared towards the whole family in June and July. This storytime will be held at the Timberglen Spraygrounds. Remember to bring sunscreen and something to sit on.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
Keyboard Class
10:00am–10:45am
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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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!
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
Midtown Improvement District's Back to School Academic Fair
10:00am–1:00pm
Vickery Park - In Library
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Library Branch:
Vickery Park Branch
Room:
Vickery Park - In Library
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
Stuffed Animal Hospital
10:30am–12:30pm
Audelia Road - Children's Area
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Library Branch:
Audelia Road Branch
Room:
Audelia Road - Children's Area
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Do you have a well-loved stuffed animal that needs a bit of repair?
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
National Tattoo Day: Crafternoon Ink Party
11:00am–2:00pm
Oak Lawn - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Oak Lawn Branch
Room:
Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
No needles. No regrets. Just pure creative expression.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
25
2025
Fri
Family Game Day
12:00pm–1:00pm
Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Attention all families! Join us for family fun featuring board games, card games, and more! Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
21
2025
Mon
Colors of Kindness Bubble Show
1:30pm–2:30pm
Skyline - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Skyline Branch
Room:
Skyline - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
The Colors of Kindness Bubble Show is not just educational; it's a blast! It teaches tolerance, encourages kindness to others, and the science of bubbles.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Keyboard Class
1:00pm–1:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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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!
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Summer Art Series!
1:00pm–2:00pm
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room:
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Summer painting and visual arts class for participants of all ages
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
22
2025
Tue
SMART: Friendship Bracelets!
1:00pm–2:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
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Library Branch:
Pleasant Grove Branch
Room:
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Celebrate the friendships you have made this summer by making your own friendship bracelets and keychains! All supplies provided! Take home your mementos!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
23
2025
Wed
SMART: Pocket Fans craft!
1:00pm–2:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
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Library Branch:
Pleasant Grove Branch
Room:
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Learn how to make simple pocket paper fans to cool yourselves off during the summer. All materials provided! Take home your crafts! Aprende a hacer sencillos abanicos de papel de bolsillo para refrescarte en verano.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
24
2025
Thu
Keyboard Class
1:00pm–1:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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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!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
25
2025
Fri
Summer Switch
1:00pm–2:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
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Library Branch:
White Rock Hills Branch
Room:
White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Get out of the summer heat and into Mario's world! Come play Nintendo Switch games such as Mario Kart, Smash Bros, and Mario Party!
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Family,
School Age (ages 6-12)
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Jul
25
2025
Fri
Summer Visual Arts Series
1:00pm–2:00pm
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room:
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family,
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Summer painting and visual arts class for participants of all ages
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
25
2025
Fri
SMART Summer Cinema! - The SpongeBob Movie (2020)
1:00pm–3:00pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
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Library Branch:
Pleasant Grove Branch
Room:
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
When Gary turns up missing, SpongeBob believes that his pet has been stolen. With the help of his pal Patrick, SpongeBob ventures to the Lost City of Atlantic City to rescue his pet.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
Guitar Class
1:00pm–1:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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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!
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
Saturday Stories-Yoga Storytime
1:00pm–1:45pm
Park Forest - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Park Forest Branch
Room:
Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Stories, singing, sun salutations and savasana. Join us for Yoga Storytime presented by the Yogees Yoga 4 Kids. This event is sponsored by the Park Forest Library Friends.
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
Summer Art Series!
1:00pm–2:00pm
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room:
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Summer painting and visual arts class for participants of all ages
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
The Colors of Nature with All About Animals!
1:00pm–2:00pm
Hampton-Illinois - In Library
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Library Branch:
Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room:
Hampton-Illinois - In Library
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Nature is full of interesting and inspring colors and artistic patterns. Clothing and costumes are often inspired by the gorgeous patterns of cheetahs, zebras, and other animals. Bright colors of bird feathers are popular in fashion and rituals.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
20
2025
Sun
Crafternoon
2:00pm–3:00pm
Renner-Frankford - Children's Area
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Library Branch:
Renner Frankford Branch
Room:
Renner-Frankford - Children's Area
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Kids, get crafty with us! Make a craft and learn new something each week. On Freestyle Art days you will be given a bunch of supplies and a theme as inspiration.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Guitar Class
2:00pm–2:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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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!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
23
2025
Wed
Violin Class
2:00pm–2:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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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!
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
23
2025
Wed
Trivia Wednesdays
2:00pm–3:30pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A
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Library Branch:
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room:
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Join friends and fans for trivia fun at the library! June 4 - Who's Who June 11 - Gamer Life June 18 - Music June 25 - Travel July 2 - Animals July 9 - Movies July 16 - Sports July 23 - Car Facts
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
25
2025
Fri
Christmas In July
2:00pm–4:00pm
Lochwood - Black Box Theater
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Library Branch:
Lochwood Branch
Room:
Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Celebrate Christmas in July at the library with crafts and a family favorite Christmas movie!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
Keyboard Class
2:00pm–2:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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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!
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
Family,
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17)
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
Movement Saturday!
2:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)
Age Group:
Family,
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Let's move! Explore a wide variety of movements, from Zumba to Yoga. Prepare to move, dance, and have fun!
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
Family Fun Saturday - Glass Gem Magnets
2:00pm–3:30pm
Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
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Library Branch:
Lochwood Branch
Room:
Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
One Saturday a month we do something fun for the whole family!
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
Summerween Party
2:00pm–3:30pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Mountain Creek Branch
Room:
Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Things are getting spooky way ahead of schedule—it's time for Summerween!
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
Pet Puppet
2:30pm–3:30pm
Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room:
Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Design and create a puppet inspired by your favorite pet! A fun and interactive craft the whole family will love.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
23
2025
Wed
Summer Cinema!
3:00pm–5:00pm
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room:
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Visit the Kleberg Rylie branch every Wednesday at 3:00pm for an afternoon of movie magic with a different family friendly featured film every week!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
25
2025
Fri
Guitar Class
3:00pm–3:45pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
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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!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
26
2025
Sat
Violin Class
3:00pm–3:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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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!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Guitar Class
4:00pm–4:45pm
Vickery Park - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Vickery Park Branch
Room:
Vickery Park - Auditorium
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!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
23
2025
Wed
Keyboard Class
4:00pm–4:45pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
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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!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
24
2025
Thu
Keyboard Class
4:00pm–4:45pm
Vickery Park - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Vickery Park Branch
Room:
Vickery Park - Auditorium
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!
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
24
2025
Thu
Kid's Movie of the Week
4:00pm–5:30pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
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Library Branch:
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room:
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
25
2025
Fri
Violin Class
4:00pm–4:45pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
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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!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
22
2025
Tue
Keyboard Class
5:00pm–5:45pm
Vickery Park - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Vickery Park Branch
Room:
Vickery Park - Auditorium
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!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
24
2025
Thu
Violin Class
5:00pm–5:45pm
Vickery Park - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Vickery Park Branch
Room:
Vickery Park - Auditorium
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!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
23
2025
Wed
Family Storytime
6:00pm–6:30pm
Lochwood - Black Box Theater
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Library Branch:
Lochwood Branch
Room:
Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Event Details:
For children and parents, listen to stories, sing songs and practice literacy skills together. Recommended for ages 6 and under
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
23
2025
Wed
Family Video Game Night
6:30pm–7:30pm
Audelia Road - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Audelia Road Branch
Room:
Audelia Road - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Families, come level up your gaming skills, spend time together, meet fellow players, and enjoy a fun, social environment dedicated to all things video games.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jul
24
2025
Thu
Family Movie Nite
6:00pm–7:30pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Mountain Creek Branch
Room:
Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Block out some time for a pixel-perfect adventure! Gather the family for a screening of A Minecraft Movie, where the world is what you make it—literally.
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