All Day |
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
12/02/2024 @ 9:00am - 12/09/2024 @ 9:00pm
Adults,
Seniors
Arts & Crafts
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult DIY Take & Make: DIY Neck Warmers
12/02/2024 @ 9:00am - 12/09/2024 @ 9:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Open
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Chase away the chill with a microwavable neck warmer you can make yourself. Let the scent of lavender wash over you and give you a little bit of Spring during the cold winter months. Registration required.
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This event is in the "MidKids" group.
This event is in the "MidKids" group.
MidKid Take & Make: Crystal Yeti
All Day 12/8 - 12/14
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Age Group:
MidKids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Event Details:
For ages 8-12 years old. All kits require registration, and are available for pickup for one week.
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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.
Family,
Kids,
MidKids,
Teens
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.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Winter Reading: Who is Yeti to Read?
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Age Group:
Family,
Kids,
MidKids,
Teens
Event Details:
Get Yeti to Read for this upcoming Winter Reading Challenge! Complete 15 hours of reading starting on December 9th through January 17th. Our Winter Reading Challenge is open to readers of all ages and abilities.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Kids
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Care (Bear) Package Goodie Bags
All Day 12/9 - 12/14
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
9
Event Details:
Welcome to the Kingdom of Caring! Sign up to receive a Care (Bear) package full of beary fun goodies, such as a Care Bear holiday ornament! Everyone who registers will also be automatically entered for a raffle to win some Care Bear prizes!
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10 am |
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Kids
Bilingual,
Storytime
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Cuentos en Español
10:00am - 10:45am
Bilingual,
Storytime
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Imaginarium
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Kids
Program Type:
Bilingual,
Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Event Details:
¡Acompañanos para la hora del cuento en español! ¡Escucha historias, haga una manualidad y aprenda sobre la cultura hispana! Edades de 2 a 6 años con un cuidador. Se requiere registro.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Storytime
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Hello Baby! Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Calling all babies! Join us for some stories, songs, and sensory fun! Ages 0-12 months with caregiver. No registration required. Drop-in.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Arts & Crafts,
Class & Workshop
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Sewing 101: Holiday Table Runner
10:30am - 1:30pm
Arts & Crafts,
Class & Workshop
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Korbel Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Class & Workshop
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.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Storytime
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Once Upon a Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Listen to stories, watch some dancing puppets, and have some bubble time fun! Ages 0-5 with caregiver. No registration required. Drop-in.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Storytime
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Storytime Sprouts
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Come join us at our new storytime just for toddlers! Listen to stories, do some stretches and rhymes, and have some sensory fun! Ages 1-2.5 years old with caregiver. Registration not required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Health & Wellness
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
13
2024
Fri
Social Security Retirement Planning Workshop
10:00am - 11:30am
Health & Wellness
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Korbel Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Event Details:
Whether you are about to retire, become a full-time grandparent, or start a new chapter, come to the library to learn more about Social Security Simplification, Maximization, Claiming Strategies.
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11 am |
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Preschool Pals Storytime
11:30am - 12:00pm
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Event Details:
Listen to stories, make a craft, and meet other preschool-aged kids at this fun story time! Ages 3 - 5 years old with caregiver. Registration required.
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12 pm |
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1 pm |
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "MidKids" group.
Kids,
MidKids
Arts & Crafts,
Lecture
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "MidKids" group.
Dec
8
2024
Sun
Science Explorers: Snowstorm in a Jar
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Arts & Crafts,
Lecture
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Imaginarium
Age Group:
Kids,
MidKids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Event Details:
Come learn how to make a mini snowstorm! Ages 6-10 years old. Registration required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Health & Wellness
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Gentle Hybrid Chair Yoga
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Health & Wellness
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
57
In-person or virtual. Registration required. Great for those with limited mobility. Sponsored by AgeOptions.
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Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Ferrentino Meeting Room
Event Details:
Drop in on Wednesday afternoons to watch popular new releases and patron picks. Fresh popcorn will be served. Check online and the monthly schedule at the Adult Services desk to see what's playing.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
13
2024
Fri
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Movie
Event Details:
Drop in on Friday afternoons to watch classics and old favorites. Fresh popcorn will be served! Check online and the monthly schedule at the Adult Services desk to see what’s playing.
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This event is in the "MidKids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
MidKids,
Teens
Games & Activities
This event is in the "MidKids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
14
2024
Sat
Dungeons & Dragons Club
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Games & Activities
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Gaming Lounge
Age Group:
MidKids,
Teens
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Event Details:
Whether you are new to Dungeons & Dragons or a seasoned D&D campaigner, come join us for a dungeon crawl and adventure! We will provide the dice, D&D manuals, DM screens, and player development support.
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2 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Health & Wellness
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Insurance 101
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Health & Wellness
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
30
Event Details:
Come join Laura Jean to know more about the basics of insurance coverage.
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This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Dec
14
2024
Sat
Polar Express Movie Watch Party
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Movie
Event Details:
All aboard! Put on your pajamas and come aboard to watch The Polar Express! And, yes, we got it, while supplies last: hot chocolate! No registration required! Drop-in program!
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3 pm |
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "MidKids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
MidKids,
Teens
PNG (Project Next Generation)
This event is in the "MidKids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Hour of Code
4:00pm - 5:00pm
PNG (Project Next Generation)
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
PNG Technology Lab
Age Group:
MidKids,
Teens
Program Type:
PNG (Project Next Generation)
Event Details:
Interested in learning how to code? Drop by PNG for an hour of code where we learn the fundamentals of computer science and how games, websites and more are designed! No registration required.
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This event is in the "MidKids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
MidKids,
Teens
PNG (Project Next Generation)
This event is in the "MidKids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Hour of Code
4:00pm - 5:00pm
PNG (Project Next Generation)
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
PNG Technology Lab
Age Group:
MidKids,
Teens
Program Type:
PNG (Project Next Generation)
Event Details:
Interested in learning how to code? Drop by PNG for an hour of code where we learn the fundamentals of computer science and how games, websites and more are designed! No registration required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
13
2024
Fri
Grandparent Craft: Ornament Crafting
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Imaginarium
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Event Details:
Create three simple holiday ornaments! Registration required.
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5 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Arts & Crafts,
Class & Workshop
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Sewing 101: Holiday Table Runner
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Arts & Crafts,
Class & Workshop
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Korbel Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Class & Workshop
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.
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This event is in the "Family" group.
Family
Arts & Crafts,
Bilingual,
Games & Activities
This event is in the "Family" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Latino Family Night
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Arts & Crafts,
Bilingual,
Games & Activities
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Bilingual,
Games & Activities
Event Details:
¿Estás buscando una manera divertida de pasar tiempo de calidad juntos? Acompañanos en la biblioteca cada mes, donde presentaremos actividades, juegos, manualidades, música y películas.
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "MidKids" group.
Kids,
MidKids
Class & Workshop,
Games & Activities
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "MidKids" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Pokémon Cafe (Holiday Edition)
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Class & Workshop,
Games & Activities
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids,
MidKids
Program Type:
Class & Workshop,
Games & Activities
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.
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This event is in the "MidKids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
MidKids,
Teens
Arts & Crafts,
Book Discussion,
Games & Activities
This event is in the "MidKids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
13
2024
Fri
American Girl Doll Book Club: Holiday Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Arts & Crafts,
Book Discussion,
Games & Activities
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group:
MidKids,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Book Discussion,
Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining:
27
Event Details:
Happy Holidays! Come celebrate the holiday season with us and our dolls! Come in your best seasonal attire, dress your doll up too, and let's see who'll have the prettiest dress or the coolest holiday sweater.
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This event is in the "MidKids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
MidKids,
Teens
Book Discussion,
Movie
This event is in the "MidKids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Anime/Manga Club
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Book Discussion,
Movie
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Imaginarium
Age Group:
MidKids,
Teens
Program Type:
Book Discussion,
Movie
Event Details:
Calling all anime and manga fans! Drop by to join our club to watch, read, discuss, and eat anime/manga related things! Ittekimasu! (See you later!)
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Arts & Crafts,
Class & Workshop
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Make your own Christmas Wreath
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Arts & Crafts,
Class & Workshop
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Korbel Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Class & Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining:
14
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Health & Wellness
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Social Security Retirement Planning Workshop
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Health & Wellness
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Korbel Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Event Details:
Whether you are about to retire, become a full-time grandparent, or start a new chapter, come to the library to learn more about Social Security Simplification, Maximization, Claiming Strategies.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Class & Workshop,
Technology
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Graphic Design in Canva
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Class & Workshop,
Technology
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
PNG Technology Lab
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Class & Workshop,
Technology
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.
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7 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
7:30pm - 8:30pm
Board Meeting
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Event Details:
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees.
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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "MidKids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Kids,
MidKids,
Teens
Authors & Books
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "MidKids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Illinois Libraries Present: The Magic of Raina Telgemeier (VIRTUAL)
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Authors & Books
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Virtual
Age Group:
Kids,
MidKids,
Teens
Program Type:
Authors & Books
Event Details:
Join us for a night with critically acclaimed comic artist, Raina Telgemeier! Raina is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts, all #1 New York Times bestsellers.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Class & Workshop,
PNG (Project Next Generation),
Technology
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
How to Digitize Photographs and Documents
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Class & Workshop,
PNG (Project Next Generation),
Technology
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
PNG Technology Lab
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Class & Workshop,
PNG (Project Next Generation),
Technology
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adults,
Seniors
Authors & Books,
Lecture,
Other
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Historical Society
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Authors & Books,
Lecture,
Other
Library Branch:
Elmwood Park Public Library
Room:
Ferrentino Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Authors & Books,
Lecture,
Other
Required
Seats Remaining:
40
Event Details:
Join us as we meet every 2nd Wednesday of each month to brainstorm and gather information about our beautiful city, Elmwood Park! Bring in any artifacts, pictures, and memories!
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