Family

Family Art Studio: Trash to Treasure

Monday, Feb. 2, 6 p.m.

Celebrate Black History Month by joining forces to create a collaborative art piece inspired by Tyree Guyton's eclectic Heidleburg House Project. We'll be using surprising, upcycled materials to design a spunky birdhouse village. 

This collaborative artwork will be on display in the lobby from February 7-28.

Adult Live Music

Fruteland Jackson

Sunday, Feb. 22, 2 p.m.

Award-winning blues guitarist and singer Fruteland Jackson has a decade-spanning career that includes collaborations with renowned artists. He is bringing his soulful act to the library for an afternoon of music.

Adult (Virtual)

Echoes of Africa: Art and Folktales

Thursday, Feb. 12, 7 p.m. on Zoom

Join us for a vibrant program of storytelling, music, and cultural traditions led by Kenyan educator and storyteller Elizabeth Kahura.

Children

Preschool Play & Learn:

Caring Kids

Friday, Feb. 13, 1:30 p.m.

Preschoolers and their caregivers play and learn together. Build empathy and explore feelings through play.

Adult (Virtual)

Taxes are Everyone's Business

Wednesday, Feb. 4, 7 p.m. on Zoom

Judi Strauss of Strauss Tax Service will discuss the latest tax return changes and concerns.

All Ages

Social Worker in the Library

Monday, Feb. 16, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Meet with Felicia Acosta, a licensed clinical social worker who works with the Woodridge Police Department. Connect with local resources and referrals for mental health, government programs and benefits, stress and conflict management, community programs, financial assistance, or to simply provide a listening ear. Open to all, free, confidential.

Adult

Estate Planning Explained

Thursday, Feb. 26, 7 p.m.

A representative from Benton Financial will explain the estate planning process from beginning to end. Highlights will include the need to plan, the most common planning techniques, and the documents used in the planning process. Attendees will have a thorough understanding of what steps they need to take to protect the people they love.

E-Resource Spotlight

Scholastic Teachables

Scholastic Teachables is an online database of high-quality educational materials for teachers, families, and homeschoolers. Explore thousands of printable resources to support skills practice, summer learning, homeschooling, and more. Enjoy free access with your library card.

In the Gallery

Jay Moore

Feb. 2-28

Reception: Saturday, Feb. 21, 3 p.m.

Thread Fine Art

Check out our full line-up of upcoming programs