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Be a High School Reading Buddy

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Volunteer Calendar
Age Group:
Teens
:

High School Reading Buddies read with children in grades K-5, play games, and offer homework help.

This is a fun way to earn service hours and encourage a love of reading in EP!  Thank you for helping out.

Required
Library Branch: Volunteer Calendar
Age Group: Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

High School Reading Buddies read with children in grades K-5, play games, and offer homework help.

This is a fun way to earn service hours and encourage a love of reading in EP!  Thank you for helping out.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Reading Buddies

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Activity/Teen Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Children
:

Reading Buddies is a literacy program for children in grades K-5. Children choose a library book, read aloud to their high school reading buddy, play games, and work on homework!

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Education
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Reading Buddies is a literacy program for children in grades K-5. Children choose a library book, read aloud to their high school reading buddy, play games, and work on homework!

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

In Conversation with YA Author Rebecca Garner

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reading Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Author Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Meet YA author and teenager-at-heart Rebecca Garner. Rebecca returns to the Library to discuss her new release Dear Boyfriend… and Other High School Dilemmas. This is the second book in the Emma Bishop series by Rebecca Garner.

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Event
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Meet YA author and teenager-at-heart Rebecca Garner. Rebecca returns to the Library to discuss her new release Dear Boyfriend… and Other High School Dilemmas. This is the second book in the Emma Bishop series by Rebecca Garner.

This event is in the "All" group.

Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Author Event, Illinois Libraries Present
Age Group:
All
:

 

 

 

Register: Matthew Desmond

Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Age Group: All
Program Type: Author Event, Illinois Libraries Present
Event Details:

 

 

 

Register: Matthew Desmond

This event is in the "Children" group.

Guess the Book in the Jar

All Day 5/16 - 5/31
Main Floor at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
:

Guess the title of the shredded book in a jar in the Children's Department.  Correct answers will be entered into a prize drawing.  The winner will be announced on June 3rd.

Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Guess the title of the shredded book in a jar in the Children's Department.  Correct answers will be entered into a prize drawing.  The winner will be announced on June 3rd.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Computer Basics Part 1

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
:

Adults with limited knowledge of computers can learn the main components, mouse, keyboard and common terminology. This is a hands-on class. 


 

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Computer Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Adults with limited knowledge of computers can learn the main components, mouse, keyboard and common terminology. This is a hands-on class. 


 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Lunch & Learn: Explore Pathways to Engineering at Moriane Valley Community College

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Activity/Teen Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Teens
:

Learn about the Engineering Pathways program offered at Moraine Valley Community College.

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Learn about the Engineering Pathways program offered at Moraine Valley Community College.

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

Just Dance Battle

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Technology
Age Group:
All, Children, Teens, Adults
:

Have a fun family afternoon breaking out your best dance moves as we play the popular Just Dance video game on our Nintendo Switch. This is an all-ages family event.

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All, Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Music, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Have a fun family afternoon breaking out your best dance moves as we play the popular Just Dance video game on our Nintendo Switch. This is an all-ages family event.

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

Stacks Social Club Volunteer: Therapy Dog Visit

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Volunteer Calendar
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Thank you for volunteering for the Stacks Social Club! We need your help with setup, assisting club members with activities, and cleanup.  This is a fun and rewarding way to earn service learning hours.

 

Required
Library Branch: Volunteer Calendar
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Thank you for volunteering for the Stacks Social Club! We need your help with setup, assisting club members with activities, and cleanup.  This is a fun and rewarding way to earn service learning hours.

 

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

Stacks Social Club: Therapy Dog Visit & DIY Dog Toys

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Porch at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

The Library welcomes back the Hinsdale Humane Society for a pawsitively wonderful therapy dog visit.    Along with our visit, club members can make dog toys to donate to the shelter.

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Porch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

The Library welcomes back the Hinsdale Humane Society for a pawsitively wonderful therapy dog visit.    Along with our visit, club members can make dog toys to donate to the shelter.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Playdate

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Children's Program Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, STEAM/Science
Age Group:
Children
:

Join us for a special playdate for kids ages 2-6, with an adult.

March 30: Playdough Playdate

April 27: Parachute Playdate

May 18: Build It Playdate

Register for one, two, or all three of our playdates!

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, STEAM/Science
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for a special playdate for kids ages 2-6, with an adult.

March 30: Playdough Playdate

April 27: Parachute Playdate

May 18: Build It Playdate

Register for one, two, or all three of our playdates!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Computer Basics Part 1

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
:

Adults with limited knowledge of computers can learn the main components, mouse, keyboard and common terminology. This is a hands-on class. 


 

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Computer Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Adults with limited knowledge of computers can learn the main components, mouse, keyboard and common terminology. This is a hands-on class. 


 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Support Group with OSF HealthCare

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, OSF
Age Group:
Adults
:

The Stroke Support Group brings together stroke survivors, caregivers, and other interested parties for mutual help, fellowship, and education. Focused topics are discussed at each meeting. 

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, OSF
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

The Stroke Support Group brings together stroke survivors, caregivers, and other interested parties for mutual help, fellowship, and education. Focused topics are discussed at each meeting. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Snack & STEAM

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Activity/Teen Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM/Science
Age Group:
Teens
:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math.  Each hands-on activity concludes with a tasty snack.

Mar 11       Green Slime

Mar 25       Seed Sowing

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEAM/Science
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math.  Each hands-on activity concludes with a tasty snack.

Mar 11       Green Slime

Mar 25       Seed Sowing

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

3D Printing Workshop: Croc Charm

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Computer Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
3D Printing & Cricut
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Learn how to design a custom Croc charm using Tinkercad.com. Basic computer skills required.

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Computer Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printing & Cricut
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Learn how to design a custom Croc charm using Tinkercad.com. Basic computer skills required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Bilingual Lotería

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Children's Program Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
:

Play this traditional Mexican game in both Spanish and English, and try your luck at winning prizes. For children and their families.  Juega este tradicional juego mexicano en español e inglés y prueba tu suerte para ganar premios.

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Play this traditional Mexican game in both Spanish and English, and try your luck at winning prizes. For children and their families.  Juega este tradicional juego mexicano en español e inglés y prueba tu suerte para ganar premios.

This event is in the "All" group.

Yak & Yarn Hangout

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Activity/Teen Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Age Group:
All
:

Join other fiber artists for some social stitching. Show off your WIP (work in progress), get some crochet or knitting tips, or just join for a social hangout. New members and all skill levels are always welcome!

Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: All
Event Details:

Join other fiber artists for some social stitching. Show off your WIP (work in progress), get some crochet or knitting tips, or just join for a social hangout. New members and all skill levels are always welcome!

This event is in the "All" group.

Bob Elrich's Butterfly Garden Plant Sale

05/21/2025 @ 9:00am to 05/24/2025 @ 12:00pm
Lobby at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Environment, Evergreen CARES
Age Group:
All
:

Offsite – Friday, May 9 to Tuesday, May 20 

Call 708.203.2809 to make an appointment 

Library lobby – Wednesday, May 21 to Saturday, May 24   

Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: All
Program Type: Environment, Evergreen CARES
Event Details:

Offsite – Friday, May 9 to Tuesday, May 20 

Call 708.203.2809 to make an appointment 

Library lobby – Wednesday, May 21 to Saturday, May 24   

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Conversation Group/Grupo de conversación en inglés

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity/Teen Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
:

Únase a nuestro grupo de conversación en inglés para practicar sus habilidades de conversación.

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Únase a nuestro grupo de conversación en inglés para practicar sus habilidades de conversación.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Stories & STEM

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Children's Program Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM/Science, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
:

Join us as we read a story and explore STEM concepts together!  For kids in grades K-3.

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM/Science, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join us as we read a story and explore STEM concepts together!  For kids in grades K-3.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stranger Than Fiction Book Discussion

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Activity/Teen Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
:

Sometimes, life can be stranger than fiction. Join this monthly book club to discuss nonfiction titles.

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Sometimes, life can be stranger than fiction. Join this monthly book club to discuss nonfiction titles.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Love Beyond the Law: The Bonnie and Clyde Story

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
History, Performance
Age Group:
Adults
:

In this captivating portrayal by historical presenter, Michelle Gibbons, we will delve into the remarkable story of Bonnie Parker.

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 44
Event Details:

In this captivating portrayal by historical presenter, Michelle Gibbons, we will delve into the remarkable story of Bonnie Parker.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Computer Basics Part 1

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
:

Adults with limited knowledge of computers can learn the main components, mouse, keyboard and common terminology. This is a hands-on class. 


 

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Computer Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Adults with limited knowledge of computers can learn the main components, mouse, keyboard and common terminology. This is a hands-on class. 


 

CLOSED

All Day 5/25 - 5/26
Evergreen Park Public Library, Linda McKeown, Virtual, Off Site, Volunteer Calendar
Closing
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