Graphic Novel Book Club

Large Meeting Room 10311 Grand Ave, Franklin Park, IL, United States

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.

Event Series Tinker Tots

Tinker Tots

Large Meeting Room 10311 Grand Ave, Franklin Park, IL, United States

Ages 0-5 — Registration is required. Get your wiggles out with a toddler playtime! Different toys and games each week. 

Kids’ Spanish

Large Meeting Room 10311 Grand Ave, Franklin Park, IL, United States

Grades K-5 — Registration required.  Beginning Spanish for kids and their families. Play games, sample treats, and have fun!

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)

Illinois Libraries Present: Inciting Joy: A Conversation with Ross Gay

Virtual Program — It will be offered via Zoom. Join us for a conversation with Ross Gay, American poet and New York Times best-selling essayist, as he kicks off a new year with his new book, Inciting Joy. Mr. Gay is the author of three collections of poetry: Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude, winner of the […]

Event Series Perler Bead it!

Perler Bead It!

Large Meeting Room 10311 Grand Ave, Franklin Park, IL, United States

Grades: 3-12 Create different Perler bead designs. We’ll provide different Perler bead colors and tools to help you get started!

Anime Club Presents: Make Your Own Bento Box

Large Meeting Room 10311 Grand Ave, Franklin Park, IL, United States

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 […]

Event Series Knit & Crochet Group

Knit & Crochet Group

Large Meeting Room 10311 Grand Ave, Franklin Park, IL, United States

Relax and work on a project or receive basic instruction from experienced crafters. New members are welcome, and basic supplies and tools are provided.

Sweet Treat Storytime

For families with kids of all ages. Come to this fun family storytime where we will read holiday-themed stories, sing songs, and make sweet story-themed treats to eat! Registration is closed. See you at the next one!

Event Series ASL Tots

ASL Tots

Large Meeting Room 10311 Grand Ave, Franklin Park, IL, United States

Ages 0-4 - Registration is required.  Babies and toddlers can benefit from this fun and interactive American Sign Language (ASL) club! Learn helpful phrases like "more food" or how to sign our favorite nursery songs!  

Tail Waggin’ Tutors

Small Meeting Room 10311 Grand Ave, Franklin Park, IL, United States

Grades PreK-5 — Registration is required. Come and practice your reading skills with Bailey, the Certified Therapy Dog! Be prepared for a kiss and cuddle from the 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 […]

Family Trivia Night

Large Meeting Room 10311 Grand Ave, Franklin Park, IL, United States

Grades K-5 - Registration is required. Come as a family and join in the Trivia Kahoot! Challenge yourselves with a new trivia theme each month and enjoy a snack craft and a juice pouch!