Library News

Study Room Construction Update

Almost there! As soon as the light fixtures and chairs come in, the workers will be able to complete the rooms. The rooms are locked, but feel free to come take a peek.

Friends of the Library Plant Sale

Saturday, May 20, 9:30 am - 1:30 pm


Come shop for a variety of perennial plants from local gardeners to spruce up your own garden!


Questions? There will be experienced gardeners on hand to help. All proceeds benefit the library.

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Programs for Adults

Chicago Transit Hikes: A Guide to Getting Out in Nature Without a Car

Thursday, May 4, 7 pm


Join author Lindsay Welbers to learn about all the amazing nature hikes you can plan using Metra and other public transportation. Leave the car at home!


Copies of Lindsay's book will be available for purchase.

Register here.

Drawing Comics with

Jarrett J. Krosoczka

Saturday, May 6, 10 am

for the whole family


Jarrett is the author/illustrator of the wildly popular Lunch Lady graphic novels, Hey, Kiddo, and many more. Join us for this virtual get-together and see how his cartoons are made.


This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present.

Register here to receive Zoom link.

The Game's Afoot

Mystery Group

Monday, May 15, 7 pm


Join us for a discussion of:


A Thief of Time

by Tony Hillerman

Register here.

On Being Fabulous with Jonathan Van Ness and

Kristi Yamaguchi

Wednesday, May 17, 7 pm


"Queer Eye" and "Getting Curious" star and ice skating superfan, Jonathan Van Ness talks with his idol, Olympic Gold Medalist Kristi Yamaguchi. In this virtual program, they'll chat figure skating, fabulous style, and whatever else comes up!


This program is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present.

Register here to receive Zoom link.

Programs to relax your mind and body

Virtual Chair Yoga

Thursday, May 11 and 25, 2:30 pm

Register here to receive Zoom information.

Virtual Meditation 101

Thursday, May 4 and 18, 2:30 pm

Register here to receive Zoom information.

Keeping the kids busy...

Shrinky Dink Mother's Day Keychain

Tuesday, May 2, 3-4:30 pm


Elementary school-aged children and older are welcome to drop by the library's meeting room to make their mom a special heart-felt message Shrinky Dink keychain--a perfect gift for Mother's Day!

Put Your Mug on a Mug!

Saturday, May 6,

2 pm


Students in grades 6-12, come learn how to use a sublimation printer and Cricut mug press to put your picture on a ceramic mug.


Mugs will be provided. You must register with an email address. We will contact you about emailing your picture to the library before the event.

Register here.

Music with Miss Gretchen

Wednesday, May 10, 2 pm


Calling all children 5 years old and under... Miss Gretchen is back! Come enjoy this 45-minute in-person music class that will have you moving, singing, and learning. Led by Active Learners Preschool (Clarendon Hills Park District) teacher, Miss Gretchen.

Register here.

Plant Craft in the Garden

Saturday, May 20,

10 am - 12 pm


Join us for a drop-in family craft activity in the library's garden. Decorate your own flower pot while The Friends of the Library hold their annual plant sale.

Ongoing Programs for Kids

Tiny Tot Art

Wednesday, May 3, 10 am


Little Builders

Thursday, May 4, 10:30 - 11:30 am


Read to the Dogs

Thursday, May 4, 6:30 - 7:30 pm

(Register for a 15-minute time slot.)


Language Labs present Language Story Times - Spanish

Monday, May 15, 10 am


Preschool Art Story Time

Friday, May 19, 10 am


Take it Tuesday

May 30, all day while supplies last

Click on any program title to register or for more information.

April Poll Results

May Poll Question

How many items (digital and physical combined) do you think were checked out in February?
4,872
7,288
9,421
10,104