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Book with a Slice Teen Holiday Book Subscription

All Day 11/1 - 12/15
Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Sale
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Ho ho ho! We can't wait to match you up with a book you'll savor, and a delicious slice of Barraco's pizza. Please answer a few questions on this Google Form to help our librarians...

Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Ho ho ho! We can't wait to match you up with a book you'll savor, and a delicious slice of Barraco's pizza.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Storytime Around the World

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Explore stories from many cultures, discuss their origins, and create an after-school snack.  For kids in kindergarten through 3rd grade.  Please register.

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Explore stories from many cultures, discuss their origins, and create an after-school snack.  For kids in kindergarten through 3rd grade.  Please register.

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Event Details:

Members of the public are welcome to attend. Each regular agenda provides time for public participation. Patrons addressing the Library Board must state their full name and address...

Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Event Details:

Members of the public are welcome to attend. Each regular agenda provides time for public participation. Patrons addressing the Library Board must state their full name and address for the record, and limit their comments to three minutes.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Program Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Preschool Storytime combines stories and songs for kids from 3-5 years old.  Please register.  There's no Preschool Storytime on October 24 or November 28.

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

Preschool Storytime combines stories and songs for kids from 3-5 years old.  Please register.  There's no Preschool Storytime on October 24 or November 28.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Be a High School Reading Buddy

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Volunteer Calendar
Age Group:
Teens
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!...

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, December 12, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Activity/Teen Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Children
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! P...

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.

3D Printed Outline Earrings

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Computer Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
3D Printing & Cricut
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Design your very own pair of 3D printed earrings! Choose a favorite shape or themed item to convert into an outline to be printed as earrings! Basic computer skills are required. ...

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Computer Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printing & Cricut
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Design your very own pair of 3D printed earrings! Choose a favorite shape or themed item to convert into an outline to be printed as earrings! Basic computer skills are required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Domino Topplers Club

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Children's Program Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

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

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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 "Children" group.

Cuentos en español--Storytime in Spanish

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Hora de cuentos para niños y niñas desde bebitos hasta edad escolar y para sus padres. Libros, canciones y rimas se presentarán totalmente en español.  This storytime features...

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

Hora de cuentos para niños y niñas desde bebitos hasta edad escolar y para sus padres.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Holiday Jewelry Making with Joy Joshua

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

 As the holiday season approaches, there's no better way to get into the festive spirit than by joining our Holiday Jewelry Making Workshop. This enchanting program is your ga...

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Paint a Gingerbread House!

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Program Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Paint a birdhouse in the style of a gingerbread house!  Please register.

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Paint a birdhouse in the style of a gingerbread house!  Please register.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Wooden Peg Art Contest

All Day 12/16 - 12/22
Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Hey teens, get cozy, get creative, and paint a wooden peg doll over winter break! Dream a character up or choose a famous character from pop culture or history. Each kit includes a...

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Hey teens, get cozy, get creative, and paint a wooden peg doll over winter break! Dream a character up or choose a famous character from pop culture or history.

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

Chess Rookies & Masters Meetup

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Activity/Teen Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Chess rookies and masters meet at the Library to learn and play chess.  EPCHS Chess players will teach the fundamentals of the game.  All levels of play are welcome.

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Chess rookies and masters meet at the Library to learn and play chess.  EPCHS Chess players will teach the fundamentals of the game.  All levels of play are welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Limoncello!

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking, Home & Garden
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

When life gives you lemons – Make Limoncello! EP resident Ann Rooney will show you how to make this tasty Italian lemon liqueur. 

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking, Home & Garden
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

When life gives you lemons – Make Limoncello! EP resident Ann Rooney will show you how to make this tasty Italian lemon liqueur. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Support Group with OSF HealthCare

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, OSF
Age Group:
Adults
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...

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, OSF
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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. 

Today's Topic: Stroke and Safety

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Snack & STEAM

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Activity/Teen Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM/Science
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

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

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Lincoln Readers' Silent Book Club Holiday Meeting

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Reading Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

The Lincoln Readers' Silent Book Club is invited to sink into a comfy chair by the fireplace and read in the decked-out Reading Room. Hot chocolate and holiday treats will be serve...

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

The Lincoln Readers' Silent Book Club is invited to sink into a comfy chair by the fireplace and read in the decked-out Reading Room. Hot chocolate and holiday treats will be served.  Bring a book of your choice to read.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Lil' Scientists

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM/Science
Age Group:
Children
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 r...

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM/Science
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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 ages 3-8.

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

Yak & Yarn Hangout

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Activity/Teen Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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 ...

Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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 "Adults" group.

English Conversation Group/Grupo de conversación en inglés

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Activity/Teen Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice your English conversation skills. For English language learners. Great opportunity to speak in small groups. Únase a nuestro grupo de conversación en inglés para practi...

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Activity/Teen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Practice your English conversation skills. For English language learners. Great opportunity to speak in small groups.

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

FULL Fall 2 Choga (Chair Yoga) with Joan Z.

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
AgeOptions, Health & Wellness, Seniors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

You are registering for the Virtual Chair Yoga. The link will be sent to you after you register and we verify you have filled out the release form. See the link below. Certifi...

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: AgeOptions, Health & Wellness, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

You are registering for the Virtual Chair Yoga. The link will be sent to you after you register and we verify you have filled out the release form. See the link below. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Zoom Fall 2 Choga (Chair Yoga) with Joan Z.

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Seniors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

You are registering for the Virtual Chair Yoga. The link will be sent to you after you register and we verify you have filled out the release form. See the link below.  Cer...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

You are registering for the Virtual Chair Yoga. The link will be sent to you after you register and we verify you have filled out the release form. See the link below. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Stories and Stretches

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Kids engage with books through poses, shapes, and stretches. Feel free to bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Please register.

Required
Library Branch: Evergreen Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Kids engage with books through poses, shapes, and stretches. Feel free to bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Please register.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stranger Than Fiction Book Discussion

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Activity/Teen Room at Evergreen Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Sometimes, life can be stranger than fiction. Join this monthly book club to discuss nonfiction titles. We will be meeting both in-person and online via Zoom. Register in adva...

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

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

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