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START Pen Pal Letters to Japan!

All Day 1/20–1/23
MidKids
Cultural, NEW
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Age Group: MidKids
Program Type: Cultural, NEW
Registration Required
Event Details:

Is one of your New years resolutions to meet new people or learn about other places in the world?  Register to become a pen pal with a kid in Japan from Omisaki Elementary School in Ariake, Nagasaki!

Wings of Fire Party

4:30pm–6:00pm
Family
Games & Activities, NEW
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Games & Activities, NEW
Event Details:

Calling all dragonets!

LAST DAY! Pen Pal Letters to Japan!

All Day
MidKids
Cultural, NEW
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Age Group: MidKids
Program Type: Cultural, NEW
Event Details:

Last day to turn in your responses to the Youth Services Desk! 

Please see Friday, January 2nd for more information and registration details.

Indoor Snowball Fight

5:30pm–6:30pm
Babies & Toddlers
Games & Activities, NEW
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Games & Activities, NEW
Registration Required
Event Details:

No snow outside? No problem! Enjoy an hour of snowball fighting indoors. Ages 2-5 years old. Registration required.

Celebrating the Year of the Horse (ft. Yvonne Wolf)

5:30pm–6:30pm
Family
Cultural, NEW
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Cultural, NEW
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Lunar New Year season lasts from February 17, 2026 to March 3, 2026. The Year of the Horse ends on February 6, 2027.

DIY Moss Artwork

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, NEW
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Korbel Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, NEW
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your imagination and make a beautiful work of art! We'll supply the moss, a picture frame, and glue. This program is strictly for adults because we'll be working with hot glue guns. Registration required! 

Watercolor for Beginners

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, NEW
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, NEW
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the calming art of watercolor! We’ll explore simple techniques like blending colors, creating washes, and painting basic shapes. No experience is needed — just bring your curiosity and enjoy the relaxing process.

Elvis Tribute

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
NEW, Performance
Full
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: NEW, Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Elvis (https://www.hugoselvis.com/ ) is in the building! "Do something worth remembering" - Elvis. See Elvis perform live once again.

Ukrainian Winter Trivia Night

6:30pm–8:00pm
Family, Adults
Cultural, Games & Activities, NEW
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Family, Adults
Program Type: Cultural, Games & Activities, NEW
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ukrainian Trivia Night is back! This winter we will have an interactive event to test your knowledge on Ukrainian music, history, food, traditions and culture.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography

Library events and classes may be photographed and/or recorded for Library promotions and social media, as per the Library’s Photograph/Filming policy. Please let us know if you prefer not to be photographed or videotaped. Your name will not be used without your written consent.

Elmo's Birthday: Activity Packet

All Day
Family, Babies & Toddlers, Kids, MidKids
Arts & Crafts, NEW
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Kids, MidKids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, NEW
Event Details:

Stop in to the Youth Services desk to celebrate the birthday of our favorite red furry friend on Sesame Street: Elmo! There will be an activity packet you can either complete at the library or take home with you. While supplies last.

Valentine's Day Puzzle Wreaths

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, NEW
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, NEW
Registration Required
Event Details:

Piece together something special this Valentine's Day. Craft a unique wreath and celebrate love in a fun, colorful way. Registration Required.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography

Library events and classes may be photographed and/or recorded for Library promotions and social media, as per the Library’s Photograph/Filming policy. Please let us know if you prefer not to be photographed or videotaped. Your name will not be used without your written consent.

Black History Month Scavenger Hunt

All Day 2/8–2/14
Family
Cultural, Games & Activities, NEW
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Cultural, Games & Activities, NEW
Event Details:

Celebrate Black History Month with a scavenger hunt! Learn about Black American Heroes and win a prize!

Librarian Valentines

All Day 2/8–2/14
Family
Arts & Crafts, NEW
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, NEW
Event Details:

Roses are red, violets are blue, your lovely librarians love hearing from you! Stop by the Youth Services desk and write a special valentine to your favorite librarian!

Lunar New Year Goodie Bag

All Day 2/10–2/17
Family, Kids
Cultural, NEW
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Age Group: Family, Kids
Program Type: Cultural, NEW
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate this Chinese Lunar New Year with a goodie bag! Sign up to receive a package full of Year of The Horse goodies! You'll receive a horse plushie and more! Registration required. Ages 4-8 years old.

Decorate Valentine's Day Cookies

6:00pm–7:00pm
MidKids
Arts & Crafts, NEW
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: MidKids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, NEW
Event Details:

Celebrate the season of love and friendship at the library with a sweet and creative cookie decorating program! Kids will have a blast decorating heart-shaped cookies with colorful frosting, sprinkles, and more! Ages 7-13.

Valentine's Goodie Bags

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, NEW
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, NEW
Event Details:

Celebrate the season of love with a delightful assortment of chocolate-dipped goodies! It's the perfect sweet treat to share with your special someone.

Tłusty Czwartek

7:00pm–8:30pm
Family
Cultural, NEW
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Cultural, NEW
Event Details:

Przygotuj się na najsłodszy dzień w roku – Tłusty Czwartek! Świętuj tę radosną polską tradycję popołudniem pełnym pączków!


 

Fall in Love with Ukrainian Food

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

Come join us to see how Ukrainian dishes are prepared. We will learn how to prepare dough for varenyky and have a recipe for borshch. Everyone will also taste both and have a yummy and delicious evening. Registration required.

Valentine's Day Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Family, Babies & Toddlers, Kids
NEW, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Family, Babies & Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: NEW, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Put on your heart headbands and celebrate a heartwarming Valentine's Day with us! Feel free to come dressed in your most fun Valentine's Day-esque attire. Ages 0-5 with caregiver, registration required. 

Get Ready for Ramadan

All Day
Family
Cultural, NEW
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Cultural, NEW
Event Details:

Stop by Youth Services to start off the season of Ramadan right! Explore themes of reflection, generosity, and community while creating Ramadan-inspired crafts. Open for all ages and backgrounds. 

Mardi Gras Sensory Bottle

10:00am–12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers
Arts & Crafts, NEW
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Imaginarium
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, NEW
Event Details:

Stop by and create your own Mardi Gras themed sensory bottle! Ages 0-5 with caregiver.

Holi Dances & Stories (ft. Bollywood & Culture Grove)

5:30pm–6:30pm
Family
Cultural, NEW, Performance
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Cultural, NEW, Performance
Event Details:

Celebrate the vibrant festival of Holi, the Festival of Color, at the library! Enjoy lively dances, engaging stories, and learn about Holi’s meaning and traditions with Bollywood & Culture Grove. All ages welcome!

Cooking With Benedetta

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Class & Workshop, NEW
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class & Workshop, NEW
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please join our Highly respected local chef and friend as Benedetta Lino returns to EPPL to cook up some delicious SOUP and homemade treats.

Registration required. 

SAT Practice Exam & Prep

5:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
Class & Workshop, NEW
Library Branch: Elmwood Park Public Library
Room: Korbel Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Class & Workshop, NEW
Event Details:

If you'd like to prepare for the upcoming SAT exams, come take a stress-free practice exam here at the Elmwood Park Public Library!  We will have pencils, notebooks, snacks, and refreshments for you while you study.