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Monday Nite Movies
Monday Nite Movies
All ages. Registration not required. See popular, award-winning animated features on the big screen and enjoy freshly-popped popcorn just like at the movies! We will be watching Sing 2 (PG).
Phone: 847-455-6016
Library Hours:
- Mon – Wed:10 AM – 9 PM
- Thur – Fri:10 AM – 7 PM
- Sat:10 AM – 4 PM
- Sun:Closed
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Tinker Tots
Tinker Tots
Ages 0-5 — Registration is required. Get your wiggles out with a toddler playtime! Different toys and games each week.
Tail Waggin’ Tutors
Tail Waggin’ Tutors
Grades PreK - 5th Come and practice your reading skills with Bailey, the Certified Therapy Dog! Be prepared for a kiss and cuddle from the giant 3-year-old Newfoundland! Tail Waggin' Tutors gives kids the chance to practice their reading skills in a judgment-free space. Each child is given a private 10-minute session in which they […]
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Bon Appetit
Bon Appetit
Grades 3-6 — Registration is Full. See you at the next one! Try your hand at cooking! Come to the library and see the tastes we have in store for your future chefs! Grades 3-6 (Limit 20)
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Family Trivia Night
Family Trivia Night
Grades K-5 - Registration is required. Get ready for a Kahoot! of a good time - with themed trivia the whole family can enjoy! Snacks will be provided. Prizes offered for 3 rounds of trivia!
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Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Ages 0-5 with Caregiver — Limit 20 — Registration is required. Start your Friday morning off at the library with a fun storytime all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish. We are currently limiting our storytime capacity to 20 people total.
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Free Comic Book Day 2023
Visit our Library and check out the new Free Comic Book Day 2023 display in the Teen Zone. Celebrate all things comics and check out the graphic novels we have on shelf. Grab a few comics and giveaways for free while supplies last!
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Library Tree Planting
Library Tree Planting
Join us for a free Tree Planting workshop! No experience is necessary, and dress to get dirty! This is a great weekend volunteer opportunity since up to 30 trees will be planted on library grounds. The Library would like to thank Andy Smolen and the Village of Franklin Park for helping to green up the […]
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Illinois Libraries Present: Drawing Comics with Jarrett J. Krosoczka (Virtual)
Illinois Libraries Present: Drawing Comics with Jarrett J. Krosoczka (Virtual)
Virtual Program — It will be offered via Zoom. Celebrate Free Comic Book Day with New York Times bestselling author and illustrator, Jarrett J. Krosoczka! Perfect for the entire family, this live, virtual drawing workshop is sure to inspire the inner artist in everyone. Jarrett creates books with humor, heart, and deep respect for his […]
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Let’s Paint!
Let’s Paint!
Grades 2 & up — Registration is Required. For artists of all levels! Grab your paint brushes and join Ms. Mariela for an afternoon of creative, colorful, paint-smeared fun!
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Kids’ Spanish Club
Kids’ Spanish Club
Grades K-5 — Registration required. Beginning Spanish for kids and their families. Play games, sample treats, and have fun!
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PJ Storytime
PJ Storytime
Ages 0-5 with caregiver. Registration required. Get cozy, pop on your pajamas and come in for an evening storytime. PJs are encouraged but not required!
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Crafter’s Corner
Crafter’s Corner
Open to all ages and skill levels — Registration is required. Come and get crafty at Crafter's Corner! This program is crafting free time for all ages! Is there a craft that you’ve always wanted to try? Or do you need some extra space for a craft that you’ve been working on? Drop in anytime […]
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Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Ages 0-5 with Caregiver — Limit 20 — Registration is required. Start your Friday morning off at the library with a fun storytime all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish. We are currently limiting our storytime capacity to 20 people total.
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Perler Bead It!
Perler Bead It!
Grades: 3-12 Create different Perler bead designs. We’ll provide different Perler bead colors and tools to help you get started!
Chess Club
Chess Club
Registration is required. Join in on playing chess with us! Whether you're new to the game or not, all are welcome.
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Tinker Tots
Tinker Tots
Ages 0-5 — Registration is required. Get your wiggles out with a toddler playtime! Different toys and games each week.
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Tail Waggin’ Tutors
Tail Waggin’ Tutors
Grades PreK - 5th Come and practice your reading skills with Bailey, the Certified Therapy Dog! Be prepared for a kiss and cuddle from the giant 3-year-old Newfoundland! Tail Waggin' Tutors gives kids the chance to practice their reading skills in a judgment-free space. Each child is given a private 10-minute session in which they […]
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CANCELED: Scales-N-Tales Storytime
CANCELED: Scales-N-Tales Storytime
This event has been canceled effective 5/15/23. We apologize for the inconvenience!
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Monday Nite Movies
Monday Nite Movies
All ages. Registration not required. See popular, award-winning animated features on the big screen and enjoy freshly-popped popcorn just like at the movies! We will be watching Minions: The Rise of Gru (PG).
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Sketchy Skool
Sketchy Skool
Grades 2 & up — Registration is Required. You could be the next Picasso! Join Ms. Mariela as she teaches you how to doodle like a pro!
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ASL Club
ASL Club
All Ages — Registration is required. Learn American Sign Language! Our mission is to come together as a community to learn American Sign Language (ASL) to bring awareness and communicate to individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or Non-Verbal. Play games and have fun while you learn the ASL alphabet and simple words and phrases!
Tail Waggin’ Tutors
Tail Waggin’ Tutors
Grades PreK - 5th Come and practice your reading skills with Bailey, the Certified Therapy Dog! Be prepared for a kiss and cuddle from the giant 3-year-old Newfoundland! Tail Waggin' Tutors gives kids the chance to practice their reading skills in a judgment-free space. Each child is given a private 10-minute session in which they […]
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1 event,
Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Ages 0-5 with Caregiver — Limit 20 — Registration is required. Start your Friday morning off at the library with a fun storytime all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish. We are currently limiting our storytime capacity to 20 people total.
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Tinker Tots
Tinker Tots
Ages 0-5 — Registration is required. Get your wiggles out with a toddler playtime! Different toys and games each week.
0 events,
1 event,
Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Ages 0-5 with Caregiver — Limit 20 — Registration is required. Start your Friday morning off at the library with a fun storytime all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish. We are currently limiting our storytime capacity to 20 people total.
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Summer Reading Kick-Off Party
Summer Reading Kick-Off Party
Start your summer on the right note at our Summer Reading Kick-off Party! Bring your family and friends, pick-up your reading packet, and partake in the plentiful outdoor activities. Offerings will include a giant inflatable obstacle course, a videogame truck with the latest technology, a magician, an ice cream truck, a lemonade stand, a prize […]