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Book Buddies
Book Buddies
Grades: Preschool - 8th Pair up with an older child and take turns reading to each other and follow up with a book discussion, drawing together, a snack, and games! Please register below:
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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Tai Chi
Tai Chi
Registration is 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. […]
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Library Quilt & Sew Club
Library Quilt & Sew Club
Join us for casual discussion about quilting and sewing, and showing completed projects. We embrace all quilting and sewing skills.
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Prairie State Primer
Prairie State Primer
Join us for an evening of travel, history, and refreshments with world traveler, John Lynn. John has photographed all 2400 Illinois cities, villages, and towns. He has also hiked, biked, and canoed enough historic and scenic trails, roads, and rivers in North America and Britain to circle the globe. On this occasion, John promises to […]
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Tail Waggin’ Tutors – CANCELED
Tail Waggin’ Tutors – CANCELED
Effective August 4, this event has been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Snacks Around the World
Snacks Around the World
Teens — Grades 6-12 — Registration required Get ready to indulge in tasty treats. Try out new snacks from around the world. Eat popular treats and add new delicious favorite foods to your shopping list.
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
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. […]
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Bon Appetit
Bon Appetit
Grades: 3-6 Sign up to be a Franklin Park Library chef! Have fun making your dish then devour it (You don’t even have to share if you don’t want to!). Who knew cooking could be so fun?? REGISTRATION IS FULL. See you at the next one!
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Knit & Crochet Group
Knit & Crochet Group
New members are always welcome! Join fellow crafters from every skill level. Learn tips and tricks and share projects you’re creating.
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Slime Squad
Slime Squad
Grades 3-5 – Limit 15 Join the squad for an ooey-gooey fun time. You can’t go wrong with a bit of slime! REGISTRATION IS FULL See you next time! :)
Tai Chi
Tai Chi
Registration is 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. […]
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Tail Waggin’ Tutors
Tail Waggin’ Tutors
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:
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Mighty Monarchs Book Club
Mighty Monarchs Book Club
Grades K-3 — Registration is required. 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.
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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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Friday Flicks
Friday Flicks
Join us each month to watch a newly released movie! This month’s movie is Dog (PG-13): In this road-trip comedy, two hard-charging former Army Rangers paired against their will — Briggs and a Belgian Malinois named Lulu — race down the Pacific Coast in hopes of making it to a fellow soldier’s funeral on time. […]
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Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
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. […]
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Maker Mania
Maker Mania
For Families and Kids of All Ages — Registration is required. Calling all crafty kids! Hop on over to the Franklin Park Library to get those creative minds cranking with a Maker Mania craft! Registration is full. See you next time! :)
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Popular Page Turners Book Club
Popular Page Turners Book Club
Registration is required. 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 The Mystery of Mrs. Christie: A Novel, by Marie Benedict "A stunning story... The ending is ingenious, and it's possible that Benedict has brought to […]
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Book Buddies
Book Buddies
Grades PreK-8 — Registration is required. Pair up with an older child and take turns reading to each other and follow up with a book discussion, drawing together, a snack, and games!
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Friday Flicks
Friday Flicks
Join us each month to watch a newly released movie! This month’s movie is Cyrano (PG-13): Nobleman, military man, and poet Cyrano de Bergerac is secretly in love with Roxanne. However, his insecurity over his dwarf stature prevents him from professing his love, especially when Roxanne confesses that she’s interested in Christian, a recruit. Elated […]
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Friends of the Library Meeting
Friends of the Library Meeting
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.
Knit & Crochet Group
Knit & Crochet Group
New members are always welcome! Join fellow crafters from every skill level. Learn tips and tricks and share projects you’re creating.
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Monday Nite Movies – Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron
Monday Nite Movies – Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron
All Ages — Children under 9 years old must have an accompanying adult. Come see Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (G) on the big screen! -Enjoy fresh-popped popcorn and drinks just like at the movies! A wild stallion is captured by humans and slowly loses the will to resist training, yet, throughout his struggles for […]
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PJ Storytime
PJ Storytime
Ages 0-5 with Caregiver — Registration is required. Get cozy, pop on your pajamas and come in for an evening storytime with Miss Elizabeth. PJs are encouraged but not required!
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Tail Waggin’ Tutors
Tail Waggin’ Tutors
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 2 year-old Newfoundland!
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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.