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Toddler Time

9:30am–10:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Toddler Time is an interactive story time program for children ages 18-35 months and their adult caregivers.  There is no Toddler Time on October 21 and November 25. Please register.

This event is in the "Children" group

Create Like the Masters

6:30pm–7:00pm
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about artists such as Van Gogh and Picasso, then create your own art using the techniques they used. For kids entering 1st through 5th grade.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stampin' Up

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:
Esther Thoele of Stampin' Up will teach you how to use decorative rubber stamps and accessories to make personal greeting cards. Participants will create different themed cards each month. Bring your own scissors and adhesive.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Yak & Yarn Hangout

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Grab your crochet hook, knitting needles, or sewing kit and join other crafters for some social stitching! Show off your WIP (work in progress), get some tips, or just drop in.

This event is in the "Children" group

Toddler Time

9:30am–10:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Toddler Time is an interactive story time program for children ages 18-35 months and their adult caregivers.  There is no Toddler Time on October 22 and November 26. Please register.

This event is in the "Children" group

Let's Draw!

4:30pm–5:15pm
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting introduction to the world of drawing.  This six-week drawing class is taught by a local teen!  Learn foundational drawing skills in a supportive setting.  For kids in kindergarten through 2nd grade.

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Preschool Storytime combines stories and songs for kids from 3-5 years old.  Please register.  There's no Preschool Storytime on October 23 or November 27.

This event is in the "Children" group

Mini Mad Scientists

4:00pm–4:30pm
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM/Science
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a program combining early literacy and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). Explore scientific vocabulary with stories and science activities. Please register. For kids in kindergarten through 2nd grade.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Be a High School Reading Buddy

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Volunteer Calendar
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Be a high school reading buddy! Earn service hours and foster a love of reading.

This event is in the "Children" group

Reading Buddies

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Education
Registration Required
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 "Adults" group

Email Basics

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Computer Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to set up a free email account to send, reply, forward, attach documents, and more.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Lunch & Learn Series

12:00pm–1:00pm
Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Teen Lunch &  Learn Series provides teens with an informal and engaging opportunity to learn about careers.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Education, Environment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Feeling left in the dark when it comes to bats? You're not alone. Bats are one of the most beneficial and misunderstood of all animals. Learn about where bats live, what they eat and the vital contribution they make to the ecosystem.

Library Branch: Volunteer Calendar
Event Details:

Teens and adults are needed to help out at the Stacks Social Club meetings.  Your tasks include assisting young adults with disabilities with crafts and activities, setting up, and cleaning up!

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

Stacks Social Club

11:00am–12:15pm
Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Stacks Social Club meets monthly to provide recreational and social opportunities for teens and young adults with disabilities. Each meeting concludes with a healthy snack prepared by the members of the group for a community table!

This event is in the "All" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: All
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Give your brain a boost and play chess at the Library! All levels of play are welcome. Knowledgeable EPCHS high school chess players are on hand to coach and instruct players.  

This event is in the "Children" group

Guess the Weight and Win

All Day 10/21–10/28
Children
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Guess the weight of the pumpkin in the Children's Services Department (without lifting the pumpkin). Those who guess correctly will be entered into a raffle to win the pumpkin!

This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, OSF
Registration Required
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

3:30pm–4:15pm
Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEAM/Science
Registration Required
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves for these hands-on STEAM activities! 

Oct 7      Carmel Apple Lip Gloss

Oct 21    Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween Tee - Bring a Black Tee

This event is in the "Children" group

Domino Topplers Club

6:30pm–7:15pm
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Build domino runs, then knock them down!  We'll supply the dominoes and challenge cards, you bring your creativity!

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

Yak & Yarn Hangout

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Grab your crochet hook, knitting needles, or sewing kit and join other crafters for some social stitching! Show off your WIP (work in progress), get some tips, or just drop in.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Artificial Intelligence seems to be everywhere: from headlines in the news cycle to conversations on Capitol Hill to the word processors we use every day.  Dr.

This event is in the "Children" group

Mini Mad Scientists

4:00pm–4:30pm
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM/Science
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a program combining early literacy and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). Explore scientific vocabulary with stories and science activities. Please register. For kids in kindergarten through 2nd grade.