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Craft Kit: Shell & Pebble Art

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

Create a masterpiece out of pebbles and shells. Craft kits can be picked up at the Adult Services Desk, while supplies last. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ArtVenture

Friday, August 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Reminiscent of elementary school art class, this program is part-lecture and part-craft. Adult participants will learn about famous artists and make a simple craft in their style.&...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Crocodiles Rock

Friday, August 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room A/B at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Crikey! Get ready to croc with stories, crafts, and trivia based on crocodile conservation efforts by the famous Irwin family at Australia Zoo. It's fun for the whole family! ...

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen DIY: Upcycled T-Shirt Tote Bag

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room C at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Read, Renew, and Repeat with an upcycled craft! Teens will turn an old t-shirt into a new (to them) no-sew tote bag. Feel free to bring a shirt with you, or supplies will be provid...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Let's Go on a Zoofari

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Lions and tigers and BOOKS, oh my! Let's visit the zoo through books, songs, and a craft. Then get ready to hop aboard our imaginary zoo train for a zoofari adventure. Ages 3-...

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen DIY: Earth Plushie Keychain

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room C at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Create your own Earth plushie keychain in honor of environmental awareness month! Participants will learn the basics of hand sewing while creating their keychain. This program...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Crocodiles Rock

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Crikey! Get ready to croc with stories, crafts, and trivia based on crocodile conservation efforts by the famous Irwin family at Australia Zoo. It's fun for the whole family! ...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby Earth Art

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

The Earth without art is just Eh!  We will read picture books about the Earth, sing and dance to fun songs, then create a super cute craft of a unique Earth-like planet. Ages ...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Charming Felt Flowers

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at 95th Street Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Create charming blooms that will last long after summer has come to a close. Participants will be guided step by step in creating felt roses and calla lilies. No registration requi...

This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby Earth Art

Friday, August 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

The Earth without art is just Eh!  We will read picture books about the Earth, sing and dance to fun songs, then create a super cute craft of a unique Earth-like planet. Ages ...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Craft Kit: Foldable Watermelon Fan

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

Stay cool with a watermelon fan. Craft kits can be picked up at the Adult Services Desk, while supplies last. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Brick Builders

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols 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 "Teens" group.

Teen DIY: Recycled Mosaic Tile Art

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Use recycled materials to create a one-of-a-kind mosaic! Grades 6-12. No registration required, but space is limited to the first 12 participants. 

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

Cryptid Conservation Club

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Bigfoot, Yeti, Nessie, oh my! Fans of these mystic monsters can join us for Cryptid Conservation Club!  We'll learn more about each month's monster, create a creepy craft cele...

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This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby Earth Art

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

The Earth without art is just Eh!  We will read picture books about the Earth, sing and dance to fun songs, then create a super cute craft of a unique Earth-like planet. Ages ...

Library Closed

All Day
All Locations, Nichols Library, Naper Blvd. Library, 95th Street Library
Closing

Library Closed

All Day
All Locations, Nichols Library, Naper Blvd. Library, 95th Street Library
Closing

Library Closed

All Day
All Locations, Nichols Library, Naper Blvd. Library, 95th Street Library

The Library is closed due to staff training. 

Closing
This event is in the "Children" group.

Make It! Take It!

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Preschoolers and their caregivers can enjoy this fun program of stories and crafts. The activities are geared toward 3- and 4-year-olds, but 5-year-olds are welcome to at...

Cancelled
This event is in the "Children" group.

Make It! Take It!

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (Naper Blvd.) at Naper Blvd. Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Preschoolers and their caregivers can enjoy this fun program of stories and crafts. The activities are geared toward 3- and 4-year-olds, but 5-year-olds are welcome to attend. Youn...

Cancelled
This event is in the "Children" group.

Make It! Take It!

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room (Nichols) at Nichols Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Preschoolers and their caregivers can enjoy this fun program of stories and crafts. The activities are geared toward 3- and 4-year-olds, but 5-year-olds are welcome to at...

Cancelled

Library Closing Early: 5 p.m.

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
All Locations, Nichols Library, Naper Blvd. Library, 95th Street Library

The Library will close early at 5 p.m. 

Closing