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Dual Language Storytime: Hindi

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room C at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime, World Language
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Experience rich culture and beautiful languages from around the world during our dual language storytimes! Books, rhymes, and songs will be shared to help foster an appreciation fo...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Evening in the Park

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Wagner Family Pavilion at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Outdoor Program, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Enjoy an all-ages, Family Storytime and puppet show! This program will be held outdoors at the Wagner Family Pavilion at the 95th Street Community Plaza next to the Library. In ...

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen DIY: Zen Landscape Drawing

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room C at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Create your own zen landscape while learning basic drawing techniques! This program is open to teens of all artistic abilities. Grades 6-12. No registration required, bust spa...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Brick Builders

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join other brick enthusiasts to build and create with Library-supplied LEGO® bricks. Themes and challenges will be provided but ingenuity and creativity is encouraged. Grades ...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Group

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
NaperLaunch at Nichols Library
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice your pronunciation and conversation skills in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. Designed for intermediate-level and above English as a Second Language (ESL) learners. All...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Altered Books Club

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Online
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join a community of altered book crafters of all experience levels for some dedicated craft time. Each meeting will include a motivating mini craft challenge, live demonstrations, ...

Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Craft Kit: Tropical Chandelier

All Day
All Locations
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate summer by making a tropical chandelier. Craft kits can be picked up at the Adult Services Desk, while supplies last. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Excel Basics

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Computer Classroom at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel including how to format data and adjust cells. No registration required, but space is limited to the first 10 participants.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Everybody Can Dance

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Feel the beat and get ready to groove at this interactive dance party for everyone! We will practice dancing and learn ways we can modify dance so everyone can join along in the fu...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Pollinator Power

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts, STEAM/STEM, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Learn how pollinators play a vital role in helping plants grow and thrive through stories, crafts, and science activities. Ages 2-5 with an adult caregiver. Participants sh...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Inclusive Classroom Libraries

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you looking to make your classroom library more inclusive and diverse? This workshop is for educators who teach preschoolers – 8th grade and will focus on diversity in youth li...

Required
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Minute to Win It

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Build, stack, and compete in the ultimate 60-second showdown! Grades 6-12. No registration required, but space is limited to the first 12 participants. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Mammals and More

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Nichols Library
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Hang out with Steve the Sloth and learn about some of the most unique creatures from around the world with the Flying Fox Conservation Fund.  Limited to 150 participants. P...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Dungeons & Dragons Club

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:45pm
Online
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Meet with other adults to play Dungeons and Dragons in an online campaign. First-time attendees will create a unique character with or without the assistance of staff. All tabletop...

Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Roots of Chicago Blues

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Music, Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Playing a variety of blues music styles, the Donna Herula Band tips the hat to tradition while creating a fresh, contemporary perspective on blues and roots music.  Donna Heru...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dungeons and Donuts

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

 Interested in Dungeons & Dragons, but not sure where to start? Then join us for Dungeons & Donuts! We’ll teach you how to build a character and show you the ropes in ...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

La Hora de Cuentos

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime, World Language
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

¡Sumerja a sus hijos en un nuevo idioma o aumente la fluidez durante este divertido programa lleno de historias y rimas en español!  Immerse your kids in a new language or ...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Chinese Storytime

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime, World Language
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

A special Family Storytime presented in Mandarin with stories, songs, and activities for all ages. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

30-minute program of stories, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages with an adult caregiver. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Picnic in the Park

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Wagner Family Pavilion at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Outdoor Program, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Enjoy an all-ages, Family Storytime and puppet show! This program will be held outdoors at the Wagner Family Pavilion at the 95th Street Community Plaza next to the Library. In ...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Group

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room C at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice your pronunciation and conversation skills in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. Designed for intermediate-level and above English as a Second Language (ESL) learners. All...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby Storytime & Play

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

An introduction to storytime for infants to 23-month-olds, this 20-minute interactive storytime will include stories, songs, fingerplays and bounces. Attendees will have 25 mi...