Holiday Closing
The Library will be closed on Saturday, December 31; Sunday, January 1, 2023; and Monday, January 2, 2023 for New Year's. We will reopen at 10 AM on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.
Library Hours:
The Library will be closed on Saturday, December 31; Sunday, January 1, 2023; and Monday, January 2, 2023 for New Year's. We will reopen at 10 AM on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.
Grades 3-6 — Registration is required — Limited sign-ups. Looking for your next favorite book? Want to meet some new friends and talk about books? Join us at the library where we will be reading a new graphic novel each session! A copy of the book will be provided for sign-ups while supplies last.
Registration is required. Join us for some light chess competition and instruction, if needed. Guaranteed not to be a stale(mate) evening!
Limit 6 — Registration is required. Learn about the free digital services that come with a Franklin Park Library card. From research and homework help to eBooks and movies, we will go over everything that we offer to you! Bringing your own device is encouraged. We will focus on covering the Libby app, hoopla, Kanopy […]
Grades: 3-12 Create different Perler bead designs. We’ll provide different Perler bead colors and tools to help you get started!
For Teens - Registration is required. Anime Club is collaborating with crafting programs to bring you: Build Your Own Bento Box! Learn how to turn your basic lunch into an adorable, yummy piece of art straight from Studio Ghibli or your favorite anime. Bring your appetites and creativity to make a Japanese food staple, while […]
Teens Grades 6-12 Spark your creativity and play fun drawing games with us. We'll play games such as Paper Telephone, Exquisite Corpse, and more. All drawing skill levels are welcome.
Bring your Pokemon, Yugioh, Magic the Gathering, or other trading cards to play. We'll have tables and light refreshments ready for you.
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!
Teens Grades 6-12 Every other Friday (1/6, 1/20, 2/3, 2/17, 3/3, 3/17) Join our video game program to play new and classic games. We'll also have board games and refreshments ready! Grades 9-12 are eligible to join our Discord server. Play, talk, and game with others virtually. Sign-up below and we’ll send you a Discord […]
Registration is required. Join us for some light chess competition and instruction, if needed. Guaranteed not to be a stale(mate) evening!
This program is cancelled. Please check the Program Calendar for more great programs!
Limit 6 — Registration is required. Learn the basics of Windows 10/11. Bringing your own device is encouraged. We will go over the basics of file management, downloading/updating/uninstalling applications and programs, maintenance, useful tweaks and more.
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 […]
For Teens - Registration is required. Cook your own delicious meals and treats with us! Learn basic cooking skills and a delicious new recipe every meetup. All cooking skills are welcome. This Teen Cuisine, we'll be making the yummy snack: onigiri! These tasty triangle rice balls are from Japan and can be filled with many […]
Grades 6-12 — Registration is required. Calling all anime fans! Enjoy all things anime and manga with us. Participate in fun anime themed activities, games, and crafts. Meet with other anime enthusiasts and join our manga/anime discussions.
Program is full. To be added to the wait list, call the Info Desk at 847-455-6016 ext. 229. Teens & Adults only — Limit 20 — Registration is required. Let your inner artist loose to create a masterpiece! A delicious, non-alcoholic beverage will also be served.
For Teens - Registration is required. Join us on Zoom by clicking here. Or use this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86009324580 Interested in reading different genres within YA and possibly making a friend or two? Come to our virtual book club where we read a YA book each month and discuss what we liked and didn't like about […]