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

Computer Practice Hour

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Class & Workshop, Technology
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: PNG Technology Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class & Workshop, Technology
Event Details:

Unfamiliar with computers but looking to start? It's never too late! Join us for an open hour in our PNG lab to become familiar with using a computer at your own pace. Drop-in. All ages welcome.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Science Explorers: Biomimicry

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Class & Workshop, Lecture
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Imaginarium
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Class & Workshop, Lecture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Explore the wonders of nature's design through hands-on activities in this interactive session. Discover how plants, animals, and ecosystems inspire innovative solutions to human challenges. Ages 12-18 years old. Registration required.

THANKSGIVING - EARLY CLOSE

5:00pm - 9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Elmwood Park Public Library

THANKSGIVING

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Elmwood Park Public Library

ADMINISTRATIVE CLOSURE

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Elmwood Park Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Cricut Class

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Class & Workshop
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: PNG Technology Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class & Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Learn how to work with a Cricut machine and software. During this session, we will make holiday cards that you can use for the holidays!

This event is in the "MidKids" group.

Science Explorers: Candy Science Experiments

4:30pm - 5:30pm
MidKids
Class & Workshop
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: MidKids
Program Type: Class & Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Who knew that science could be so sweet!? Ages 8-12. Registration required.

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

Jewelry Making with Z'Neleh Jewelz

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Class & Workshop
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class & Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

There's a powerful satisfaction in watching a piece evolve from a simple idea to a dazzling finished work.

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

Sewing 101: Holiday Table Runner

5:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Class & Workshop
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Korbel Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class & Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to sew on a sewing machine and make something amazing! Come to the library for our very first sewing class where we will be making a holiday table runner. Participants must have basic knowledge on how to use a sewing machine.

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

Sewing 101: Holiday Table Runner

10:30am - 1:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Class & Workshop
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Korbel Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class & Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to sew on a sewing machine and make something amazing! Come to the library for our very first sewing class where we will be making a holiday table runner. Participants must have basic knowledge on how to use a sewing machine.

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

How to Digitize Photographs and Documents

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Class & Workshop, PNG (Project Next Generation), Technology
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: PNG Technology Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class & Workshop, PNG (Project Next Generation), Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

This program introduces the basics of using the library’s computers and scanning equipment to scan photographs and documents for sharing via social media, uploading to a publishing service, or preserving for posterity. 

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

Make your own Christmas Wreath

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Class & Workshop
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Korbel Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class & Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Are you ready for some holiday fun? This season we are making Christmas wreaths to take home. Let's get together to decorate wreaths with ribbons, bells, ornaments, mistletoes and lights.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "MidKids" group.

Pokémon Cafe (Holiday Edition)

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kids, MidKids
Class & Workshop, Games & Activities
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, MidKids
Program Type: Class & Workshop, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Welcome back to the Pokémon Cafe (Holiday Edition)! Learn how to cook more Pokémon themed dishes for yourself and your Pokémon. Ages 8-12 years old. Registration required.

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

Graphic Design in Canva

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Class & Workshop, Technology
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: PNG Technology Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class & Workshop, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn about graphic design with Canva, a free browser-based software with professional design capabilities! November: Greeting cards. Email required for Canva access. Registration required.

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

Varenyky (Pierogi) Making & Tasting Event

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Class & Workshop
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class & Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Come to the library to see how varenyky (pierogi) can be made; including dough making, making the right dough portions, etc. These dough creatures can be made vegan, meat, potato, cheese and fruit.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "MidKids" group.

American Girl Doll Book Club

4:30pm - 6:45pm
Family, Kids, MidKids
Arts & Crafts, Authors & Books, Book Discussion, Class & Workshop, Games & Activities
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, MidKids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Authors & Books, Book Discussion, Class & Workshop, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Do you like dolls, history, and American Girl? Then join our first ever American Girl Doll Book Club here at the library! The featured American Girl Doll this month is Kirsten Larson, who represents the pioneer era of 1854.

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

Throwback Thursday

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Class & Workshop
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Korbel Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class & Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

If you are interested in learning about Elmwood Park's past, join us to discuss the village's history through personal narratives, town artifacts, and historical photographs and documents.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "MidKids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Sprinkles & Sparkles: Holiday cookie decorating party!

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Family, Kids, MidKids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Class & Workshop
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Family, Kids, MidKids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class & Workshop
Event Details:

Holiday cookies are yummy treats that bring smiles and sparkle to the season! Perfect for sharing, gifting, or nibbling on while you wait for Santa, holiday cookies make the holidays extra sweet! Stop in and decorate your very own cookies!

CHRISTMAS EVE

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Elmwood Park Public Library

CHRISTMAS DAY

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Elmwood Park Public Library

NEW YEAR'S EVE

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Elmwood Park Public Library
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Family Genealogy Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Family, Adults, Seniors
Class & Workshop
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Family, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class & Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Have you wanted to tell your children or grandchildren about your family's history but just cannot find the time? Then here's your chance!

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

Mobile Device Basics (iPhone)

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Class & Workshop, Technology
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: PNG Technology Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class & Workshop, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Learn the basic features of your iPhone or iPad device, including touch gestures and common apps.

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

Digitizing Photographs and Documents Workshop

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Class & Workshop, Technology
Registration
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: PNG Technology Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class & Workshop, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

This program introduces the basics of using the library’s computers and scanning equipment to scan photographs and documents for sharing via social media, uploading to a publishing service, or preserving for posterity.