Grades 6-12 — Registration required If you're interested in what electronics look like on the inside, this program is for you! We'll take apart retro gaming consoles to conduct basic cleaning and problem solving. We'll attempt to restore consoles to working condition.
Grades: Preschool - 5th Come and practice your reading skills with Bailey, the Certified Therapy Dog! Be prepared for a kiss and cuddle from the 2 year-old Newfoundland! This program is full. Please check the program calendar for upcoming Tail Waggin' Tutors on: June 1, August 4, September 8, and come see […]
Discover "Oceans of Possibilities" with us at the Library this summer! The annual Summer Reading Challenge runs from Monday, June 6 through Saturday, July 23. And don't forget to join us for the Summer Reading Celebration on Saturday, July 30 from 1-3 PM! Find out more about Summer Reading, including how to sign up and […]
Grades: K-3 Hop on over to the library for some super fun activities and discussions on the Monarch Book Award Nominees! The Monarchs is an Illinois book award with winner chosen by kids just like YOU. Please register below:
Registration Required - We will email you a Zoom invitation the day before the program date. Tai chi is a type of low-impact, weight-bearing, and aerobic – yet relaxing – exercise. People of almost any age or condition can learn it. Participate virtually through Zoom with Tom Wilkens of Dancing Cranes Yoga in Riverside. Note: […]
Registration is required – Limit 25 people Chef Susan Maddox returns to demonstrate a delicious summer menu utilizing the fresh ingredients found in local grocery stores and early farmer’s markets. Guests will learn that using a recipe with only a few ingredients, when used properly, provides incredible flavors. She will illustrate and discuss some great […]
Grades: 3-6 Try your hand at dessert making! Projects will be themed around the season or holiday. The best part is that your masterpiece will be completely edible! Yum! REGISTRATION IS FULL. See you at the next one!
Grades: K – 8th Guided sea creature drawing and painting – AND design a book mark for the Summer Reading Challenge 2022: Oceans of Possibility! This program is full. Please check our Program Calendar for more great programs!
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.
Grades 3-8 — Registration is required Program Dates: (6/10, 6/24, 7/21) Join our videogame/gaming club and play with other enthusiasts in person or virtually. We play Super Smash Bros, Jack Box games, Among us, and more.
Looking for a great deal on new or gently used books, CDs, and DVDs? Come to the Friends of the Library’s Summer Book Sale! We’re holding a special outdoor sidewalk sale in front of the library to keep everyone safe. Happy shopping! Rain Date: Saturday, 6/18
Registration is required – We will email you the Zoom & phone information the day before the program date. Chair Yoga classes are wonderful movement opportunities for any adult with limited mobility who wants to increase and maintain flexibility. Participate virtually with Susan Wilkens of Dancing Cranes Yoga in Riverside through Zoom or by phone. […]
Ages 0-5 with Caregiver Get cozy, pop on your pajamas and come down to the Franklin Park Library for an evening storytime. PJ’s are encouraged but not required! Registration is required. Please register below:
All Ages Join us for a family-friendly movie that shares our Summer Reading theme. This month’s movie is Luca (Rated PG): On the Italian Riviera, an unlikely but strong friendship grows between a human being and a sea monster disguised as a human.
Calling all crafty kids! Hop on over to the Franklin Park Library to get those creative minds cranking with a Maker Mania craft! Project: Father's Day Paint Your Own Apron Celebrate Father's Day by painting a special apron especially for your dad. For Families and Kids of All Ages. We're sorry. Registration is full.
Join us for the Popular Page Turners Book Club for an evening of engaging conversation discussing books in our favorite genres and areas of interest! We will be discussing I Miss You When I Blink, by Mary Laura Philpott A charmingly relatable and wise memoir-in-essays by acclaimed writer and bookseller Mary Laura Philpott, “the modern day reincarnation […]
Grades: Preschool - 8th Pair up with an older child and take turns reading to each other. Log your reading minutes for the Summer Reading Challenge: Oceans of Possibilities and follow up with a book discussion, drawing together, a snack, and games! We will meet on the following Thursdays from 3-4 PM: 6/16, […]
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.
Join us each month to watch a newly released movie! This month’s movie is West Side Story (PG-13): An adaptation of the 1957 musical, West Side Story explores forbidden love and the rivalry between the Jets and the Sharks, two teenage street gangs of different ethnic backgrounds. This film stars Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, […]
Ages 0-5 with Caregiver — Registration is required. Turn off the Saturday morning cartoons and start your weekend off right with a morning full of stories and songs! Please register below:
Registration is required – Limit 20 people Looking for some tropical décor that’s perfect for summertime? Make an adorable door hanger during this fun craft!
Grades: Preschool - 5th Come and practice your reading skills with Bailey, the Certified Therapy Dog! Be prepared for a kiss and cuddle from the 2 year-old Newfoundland! Please register below:
Registration Required - We will email you a Zoom invitation the day before the program date. Tai chi is a type of low-impact, weight-bearing, and aerobic – yet relaxing – exercise. People of almost any age or condition can learn it. Participate virtually through Zoom with Tom Wilkens of Dancing Cranes Yoga in Riverside. Note: […]
For Families with Kids of All Ages. Explore the wonderful world of watercolors and learn about fascinating ocean life in this summer reading themed paint-along! This program is full. Please check the Program Calendar for more great programs!
Grades 6-12 — Registration required If you're interested in what electronics look like on the inside, this program is for you! We'll take apart retro gaming consoles to conduct basic cleaning and problem solving. We'll attempt to restore consoles to working condition.
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.
Grades 3-8 — Registration is required Program Dates: (6/10, 6/24, 7/21) Join our videogame/gaming club and play with other enthusiasts in person or virtually. We play Super Smash Bros, Jack Box games, Among us, and more.
The Friends of the Franklin Park Library support the Franklin Park Library by providing volunteer services, sponsoring library events, and funding library programs. New members are always welcome.
Registration is required – We will email you the Zoom & phone information the day before the program date. Chair Yoga classes are wonderful movement opportunities for any adult with limited mobility who wants to increase and maintain flexibility. Participate virtually with Susan Wilkens of Dancing Cranes Yoga in Riverside through Zoom or by phone. […]
Registration is required – Limit 20 Are you an adult looking to get creative? Channel your creativity into a fun arts and crafts project! We will meet once a month to work on an easy project. All supplies will be provided. Please dress to get messy.
Grades: Preschool - 8th Pair up with an older child and take turns reading to each other. Log your reading minutes for the Summer Reading Challenge: Oceans of Possibilities and follow up with a book discussion, drawing, a snack, and games! We will meet on the following Thursdays from 3-4 PM: 6/30, 7/14, 7/28, […]
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.