Weekly programs & updates
**The Library will be closed at 5:00PM on Wednesday and all of Thursday. Regular Hours will resume on Saturday**
Kohl Children's Museum is Back!
Kohl Children's Museum Extension
Monday, November 22
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Kohl Children’s Mobile Learning Lab will be at a library near you! Each month we will bring hands-on explorations and activities for children 2-8 years old.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times, please wear a mask, and socially distance when possible.

¡Kohl Children’s Mobile Learning Lab estará en una biblioteca cerca de usted! Cada mes traeremos exploraciones y actividades prácticas para niños de 2 a 8 años.
Los niños deben estar acompañados por un adulto en todo momento, por favor use una cubrebocas, y distanciarse socialmente cuando sea posible. 
Upcoming Events
See what else is happening
this month!
Library Hours:

Mon-Thu : 9:00AM - 9:00PM
Sat : 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Sun : 1:00PM - 5:00PM

**The Library will be closed at 5:00PM on Wednesday and all of Thursday. Regular Hours will resume on Saturday**

Drive-Thru Pickup Hours:
Mon-Thu & Sat : 10:00AM - 4:00PM
*You may now select Curbside when placing holds!*
Mask Required
For the health and safety of all patrons, the library is requiring wearing masks for all patrons that enter the library.

The CDC recently released guidance advising that individuals wear a mask in public indoor settings.
Love music? Check out our new ZB Jams Spotify playlist for Summer!
Kawaii Draw Along
Monday, November 22
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
This will be in Meeting Room C
Parent and Child Craft:
Wood Ornaments
Saturday, November 27
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Drop in to decorate a wood ornament using paint markers and sharpies with your parent or caregiver.
National Novel Writing Month Virtual Write In
Saturday
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Are you participating in National Novel Writing Month? Well Come Write In with us via Zoom! We've got writing sprints, tips, tricks and resources to get your novel done! Register today!
Nov 26 is
Native American Heritage Day
The Zion-Benton Public Library offers notary services for the benefit of all patrons, in
accordance with the Illinois law. The Notary at their discretion will not provide service if
the document or circumstances of the request raise any issues of authenticity,
ambiguity, doubt, or uncertainty.Notary services are not guaranteed.
Please call ahead to be sure a Notary is available.
  • The Notary will not prepare legal documents; nor can they give legal advice.
  • Notary Services are provided on a first-come, first serve basis and are a courtesy provided by the Library. The notary may ask the person(s) to wait while the Notary tends to other library matters.

Notary Services are not available for the following:
  • A notary cannot certify copies of documents or signatures. All documents must be original. Notaries cannot attest to true/certified copies of documents.
  • Deeds
  • Wills
  • Livings wills & trusts
  • Government I-9 forms/Employment Eligibility Verifications.
  • Apostilles – a form that certifies that a document that is issued in one country to be used and considered valid in another country.
  • Documents that are not in English.
ADULTS
National Novel Writing Month Write In
Are you participating in National Novel Writing Month? Well Come Write In with us via Zoom! We've got writing sprints, tips, tricks and resources to get your novel done!
Learn a New Language with Blubird!

With 163 of the world’s most popular languages, plus ESL courses taught in 146 home languages, Bluebird focuses on teaching languages hands-free via interactive audio lessons.

Start learning today by downloading the app and putting in the library pin that can be found on our website!
HOT-spot ITEM!!!
Zion Benton Public Library cardholders age 18 or older are now able to check out mobile Wi-Fi hotspots from the library.

You can place one on hold or come to the reference desk to check one out today!
TEENS
After School Projects For Teens
Wednesdays
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

FOR GRADES 6-12 ONLY. Come into The Sandbox After School to complete a project!
ZBTEENS
Follow ZBTEENS on Instagram for weekly games, book reviews, and more!
Come by The Sandbox Makerspace to borrow a tech kit with materials for several projects. We will provide links to our Youtube channel where you can find instructions for completion.

OPTIONS:
Sphero Mini:
The Sphero Mini is a small, programmable robot.

Makey Makey:
The Makey Makey is an invention kit that turns everyday objects into keys or controllers for your computer. It is a fun tool to use in conjunction with Scratch coding.

3D Pen:
The 3D pen is a tool that uses heated plastic to bring 3D designs to life. Make your own charms, phone cases and more!

Participants MUST be in grades 6-12 and live in Zion, Winthrop Harbor, or Beach Park. You must be able to show a library card or provide a phone number. Certain components of your kit must be returned to the library within 30 days of borrowing, or you will be responsible for replacing them.
KIDS
Take & Make Tuesdays:
Tie Dye Turkeys
Tuesday, November 23
Stop by to get a Take & Make for an at-home activity. The display is at a table in the Youth Services department. There will be a new craft weekly and will be available as supplies last. Limit of one per child.
Fall Crafts
(Preschool & Toddlers)
Pick up a craft kit in the lobby outside Youth Services! 1 per child.
Caregiver supervision is required.
Available while supplies last.
Storytime is BACK IN PERSON
STARTING DECEMBER 2!
Thursdays 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Let's get together for *in-person* storytime! We'll share rhymes, songs, flannelboards, and books.

Program is designed for ages 0-6.

Masks will be required for all attendees age 2 and up.
The Library has FREE online tutoring via Brainfuse!
Students can view lessons and videos, take practice tests (SkillSurfer) and do virtual worksheets and flashcards (Flashbulb). Live online tutors are also available from 2p-11p daily.
Native American Heritage Month
What is Native American Heritage Month?
November is National American Indian Heritage Month The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in paying tribute to the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans.
Did You Know?
NEW! Curbside pickup option when placing a hold!
When placing holds, you may now select your preferred method of pickup.
  • Choose Zion-Benton for lobby pickup
  • Choose Zion-Benton Curbside Pickup for drive thru pickup
Once a hold is available for pickup, you cannot change the method of pickup.
Are you searching for that dream library job?
Your search may be over! Join our team! The library is looking for an innovative, hands-on, enthusiastic, and community focused librarian with an MLIS to lead our Adult Services Department. This lifelong learner will be excited to lead their team in providing meaningful learning opportunities to our diverse population. This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits!
COVID Updates
The Health Department encourages parents to get their eligible children vaccinated to protect them from COVID-19.
Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center

COVID-19 testing is available by appointment for symptomatic Community Health Center patients.

Please call ahead at
(847) 377-8800
for an appointment. 
For information on the current COVID 19 rates of Region 9, visit the IDPH data page below:
Find A Vaccine
Zion Health Center
1911 27th Street
Zion, IL 60099

Walk-ins available: Yes

Hours:
Monday and Friday
9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
1:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
eNewsletter Editor John Lacson | jlacson@zblibrary.org

Zion-Benton Public Library