Week Calendar

Ages 6-24 months with adult. 

Simple stories, songs, and movement supporting your baby’s development.

Ages 2-3 years with adult. 

We’ll read books, sing songs, and move around, all to support early literacy and learning in a fun way!

Let's learn English together at this free ESL class for beginning and advanced speakers – begin anytime!  Tagalong children may come with their parents.

Vera Wong's Unsolicted Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto 

Ages 11 - 14. 

Do you have a motherly figure in your life? Are you a mom? Seniors, gather in the cafe to paint your own mini ceramic vase. Take your newly painted flower holder home or gift it to a mom that you know in your life.

Ages 3-5 without adult. 

We’ll read books, sing songs, and move around, all to support early literacy and learning in a fun way!

To promote independence, we encourage children to attend without adults.

Ages 2 - 5. 

Kids will design and decorate their own cool cardboard cars and then pull into Mickey's Drive-In for a cartoon show! All car-making supplies will be provided.

In this free concert sponsored by the Friends of the Library, you'll enjoy the vibrant music and dance of Flamenco with the Raices Gitanas Flamenco Ensemble.

Please join Gail Morales of Blissful Light for a fun and engaging beginner’s yoga class. The class is designed for participants to sit on mats on the floor. Please bring your own mat, if possible. Limited to 25 participants.

Drop in for assistance with your computer, smartphone or other device at this weekly help session!

Get a basic introduction to computers, including how to use a mouse and keyboard!

From Darren Aronofsky comes The Whale, the story of a reclusive English teacher who attempts to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter. Starring Brendan Fraser and based on the acclaimed play by Samuel D. Hunter.

Ages 5-9 years. 

This one's for the artists! Learn to draw your favorite characters and learn new techniques to help you master your craft! All skill levels welcome!

Enjoy graphic novels and want to explore new works? Join our group as we read Squire by Sara Alfageeh and discuss our thoughts on the work.

Whether you like Monopoly, Magic the Gathering, or Smash Bros, a game awaits you in the Teen Room! We offer a casual environment to learn new games and play old favorites. We also welcome you to bring your own! 

Whether you are brand new to the world of tabletop roleplaying games or a veteran, join us to dive into a world of fantasy and test your luck and as an adventurer in a game of D&D 5e.

Ages 10 - 14 years. 

This one's for the artists! Learn to draw your favorite characters and learn new techniques to help you master your craft! All skill levels welcome!

BYO needlework projects and stop by the Knit N’ Stitch with Jennifer Rodriguez and friends to enjoy conversation and crafting: crocheters, knitters, plus cross-stitchers and embroiderers welcome.  

Join other grownup anime fans to watch shows on Crunchyroll with a special focus on one show at each meeting. Snacks, activities, and other fun also included. Teens 14 and up are welcome with their grownups.

Discover how you can create quick and professional-looking designs using Canva. Requires basic computer skills.

New! Improv and Theater Games: Join local actor George Tafelski for a five-week beginning workshop on theater games and improv. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m., on April 2, 16, & 30, and May 14, and 28.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Update 4/17/2024: Our presenter had to cancel due to an emergency. We will reschedule with them and update our calendar.

Join us to learn about 10 common warning signs and what to watch for in yourself and others.

Make films and learn what goes on behind the camera! This club of local filmmakers welcomes beginners.

Kick back with friends and enjoy the movie of the week! Call or check the Teen Room Discord for more information. 

Award-winning author Melanie Holmes' new book 101 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die showcases "hot spots" in the arts, entertainment, food, parks, culture, history, and even geology.

Add something special to your next presentation! Learn advanced features of PowerPoint to make your slideshow stand out. Requires basic computer skills.

Update 4/2/2024: The presenter needed to cancel this talk. We are attempting to reschedule and will post new information when it is available.

Orthopedic Sports Medicine specialist Dr.

Ages 6 and up. 

Chess Club is back! Players of all skill levels are invited to learn chess in a friendly, low-stress environment. 

No tickets necessary.

Teen and adult guitar students of any level are invited to bring in their guitars and learn a new song each week with teacher Colin Curtin.

Please join us to explore databases such as Ancestry, Chicago Tribune newspaper, MyHeritage, Newspapers.com, and several other of genealogical interest. Assistance will be provided by library staff. Free printing.