Fountaindale Public Library District
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Thursday May 2 9:30am - 9:50am CDT
Baby Storytime
Join us for a bouncy fun time filled with stories, songs and nursery rhymes for babies 0â18 months and their caregivers!
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Thursday May 2 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Knitting and Crocheting Nest
Bring your knitting or crochet project and socialize in a warm and friendly environment. All are welcome!
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Thursday May 2 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Thursday May 2 10:45am - 11:15am CDT
Cuentos en Español
Acompáñenos para una presentación de cuentos y música en Español e Inglés.
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Thursday May 2 12:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Representative Avelar Drop-in Hours
A member of Representative Avelar's office will be on location to speak with attendees.Â
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Thursday May 2 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Bookmobile Visit: BJ Ward Elementary School
Students attending the YMCA Afterschool program at BJ Ward Elementary School can visit the Bookmobile to check out books and more. Please note, this stop is not open to the general public.
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Thursday May 2 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
Hypothesize This!
Have you ever wanted to be on a podcast? Well nowâs your chance! Join us as we dive into the world of podcasting and chat about cool STEM topics! (Grades 3â5)
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Thursday May 2 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
First Presbyterian Church of DuPage Community Stop
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
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Thursday May 2 6:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Thursday May 2 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Autobiographical Comic
Learn about autobiographical comics and how to use this medium to tell your story and connect to readers.
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Friday May 3 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Discovery Tots
Explore simple STEAM stations that allow adult and child pairs to discover new sensory experiences in a safe environment. (18 monthsâ5 years with an adult)
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Friday May 3 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Teen Anime & Movie Friday
Join us in the Vortex to watch anime from Crunchyroll, cartoons or the latest and greatest teen-friendly feature films! (Grades 6â12)
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Saturday May 4 10:00am - 2:00pm CDT
Bookmobile Stop: Target
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
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Saturday May 4 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Saturday May 4 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Spring into Life at Camp Fire
Explore nature at this free family event. Enjoy archery, a scavenger hunt, roasting marshmallows and more. Stop by the library table to say hello, play games and grab a giveaway.
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Saturday May 4 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
X Meets Y Book Club
Looking to discuss exciting books with other 20- and 40-somethings over a cocktail? This book club is for you!
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Saturday May 4 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Vortex Open Video Game Play
Play video games on a first come, first served basis. A library card or school ID is required to play. (Grades 6â12)
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Sunday May 5 All Day
Letters of Kindness
Spread the word: weâre writing kind letters! Drop by to write letters to people in our community and around the world to help spread and promote kindness! (All ages)
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Sunday May 5 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
A Day with the Ballet
Students from the Arts Ballet Conservatory will perform a show and then demonstrate simple ballet moves. Fancy dress and ballet shoes are encouraged. (BabiesâGrade 5 with an adult)
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Sunday May 5 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Vortex Open Video Game Play
Play video games on a first come, first served basis. A library card or school ID is required to play. (Grades 6â12)
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Monday May 6 All Day
Letters of Kindness
Spread the word: weâre writing kind letters! Drop by to write letters to people in our community and around the world to help spread and promote kindness! (All ages)
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Monday May 6 9:30am - 9:50am CDT
Baby Storytime
Join us for a bouncy fun time filled with stories, songs and nursery rhymes for babies 0â18 months and their caregivers!
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Monday May 6 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Library Express Van Visit: Meadowbrook Manor
Outreach staff will deliver and pick up borrowed library materials. Please note, this visit is not open to the general public.
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Monday May 6 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Monday May 6 10:45am - 11:15am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Monday May 6 1:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Sensory Storytime
Enjoy a welcoming and sensory-friendly storytime designed specifically for children with autism, neurodivergence and physical disabilities. (All ages)
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Monday May 6 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Library Express Van Stop: McKenzie Falls Townhomes
Visit the Library Express Van to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
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Monday May 6 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Bookmobile Stop: RiverStone Apartments
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
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Monday May 6 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Teen Crafternoon
Get crafty with us in the Vortex! Each month, drop in after school to make a fun craft project. Weâll provide the supplies and instruction; you provide the creativity! (Grades 6â12)
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Monday May 6 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Knitting and Crocheting Nest
Bring your knitting or crochet project and socialize in a warm and friendly environment. All are welcome!
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Monday May 6 6:30pm - 8:30pm CDT
20s & 30s Board Game Night
Join us at the library to play some board games! Bring your favorites or borrow one from our collection.
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Monday May 6 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Paper Crafting with Melisa Martinez
Join paper crafter extraordinaire Melisa Martinez for a night of crafting! This month, we're making seasonal floral wreaths.
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Monday May 6 7:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
Cuentos en Español
Acompáñanos para una presentación de cuentos y música en Español e Inglés.
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Tuesday May 7 All Day
Letters of Kindness
Spread the word: weâre writing kind letters! Drop by to write letters to people in our community and around the world to help spread and promote kindness! (All ages)
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Tuesday May 7 9:30am - 9:50am CDT
Baby Storytime
Join us for a bouncy fun time filled with stories, songs and nursery rhymes for babies 0â18 months and their caregivers!
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Tuesday May 7 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Needleworker's Group
Join us on the first Tuesday of every month to work on cross stitch, embroidery and counted canvas projects and to socialize and snack in a warm and friendly environment.
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Tuesday May 7 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Tuesday May 7 10:45am - 11:15am CDT
Mother's Day Storytime
Celebrate Motherâs Day with us in this special storytime! (All ages)
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Tuesday May 7 1:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Preschool Storytime
Enjoy a fun filled storytime that features nursery rhymes, songs, finger plays and stories that encourage early literacy skills! (Ages 3â5 years)
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Tuesday May 7 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Bookmobile Visit: Wood View Elementary School
Students attending the YMCA Afterschool program at Wood View Elementary School can visit the Bookmobile to check out books and more. Please note, this stop is not open to the general public.
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Tuesday May 7 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
First Presbyterian Church of DuPage Community Stop
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
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Tuesday May 7 5:45pm - 7:45pm CDT
Teen Volunteering
Assist with program setup and cleanup, hand out program supplies and help children with their projects. Volunteers should report to the Vortex to check in. Limit 2 volunteers. (Grades 6â12)
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Tuesday May 7 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Family Flowerpot Fest
Work together as a family to paint a flowerpot to takehome! Seed-starting pellets will be included. (Grades Kâ5 with an adult)
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Tuesday May 7 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Vortex Open Video Game Play
Play video games on a first come, first served basis. A library card or school ID is required to play. (Grades 6â12)
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Tuesday May 7 6:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Tuesday May 7 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Can You Afford to Retire?
Join Dr. James L. Flanagan of Bentron Financial as he covers what you need to know to develop a successful retirement strategy.
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Tuesday May 7 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
ShortHaus Cinema
Explore and discuss the style, techniques and themes of a filmmaking auteur and their body of work in short films. This month, we're discussing George Lucas.
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Wednesday May 8 All Day
Letters of Kindness
Spread the word: weâre writing kind letters! Drop by to write letters to people in our community and around the world to help spread and promote kindness! (All ages)
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Wednesday May 8 9:30am - 9:50am CDT
Baby Storytime
Join us for a bouncy fun time filled with stories, songs and nursery rhymes for babies 0â18 months and their caregivers!
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Wednesday May 8 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Wednesday May 8 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
English Conversation Group with Literacy DuPage
Join us through Zoom for a conversation group to practice English. New English learners can call Literacy DuPage at 331.472.7160 to learn more about one one-on-one English tutoring.
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Wednesday May 8 10:45am - 11:15am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Wednesday May 8 6:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Wednesday May 8 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Genealogy Club
Local historian and Graceland tour guide Adam Selzer presents ten walking tours covering almost the entirety of the cemetery grounds. A prize drawing and book signing will follow the presentation.
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Thursday May 9 All Day
Letters of Kindness
Spread the word: weâre writing kind letters! Drop by to write letters to people in our community and around the world to help spread and promote kindness! (All ages)
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Thursday May 9 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime at the Museum
Spark your childâs imagination with stories, songs and other fun activities. After storytime, learn more about our village as you browse through the exhibits. (Ages 2â6 with an adult)
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Thursday May 9 9:30am - 9:50am CDT
Baby Storytime
Join us for a bouncy fun time filled with stories, songs and nursery rhymes for babies 0â18 months and their caregivers!
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Thursday May 9 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Knitting and Crocheting Nest
Bring your knitting or crochet project and socialize in a warm and friendly environment. All are welcome!
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Thursday May 9 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Thursday May 9 10:45am - 11:15am CDT
Cuentos en Español
Acompáñenos para una presentación de cuentos y música en Español e Inglés.
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Thursday May 9 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
How Did They Do That?!
Join Film Historian Annette Bochenek for a presentation about how some of classic Hollywoodâs most memorable movie scenes were developed, approached, and accomplished.
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Thursday May 9 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Bookmobile Stop: Fernwood Townhomes
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
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Thursday May 9 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Bookmobile Stop: Beggars Pizza
Visit the Bookmobile to check out books, movies, video games and more. You can also pick up your holds and return borrowed items.
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Thursday May 9 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Dungeons & Dragons
Do you love to cast Magic Missile at the darkness? Do you dream about engaging dragons in combat? Join us for an impromptu two-hour game of "D&D" in the Vortex! (Grades 6â12)
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Thursday May 9 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Photography Club
Join this club for photographers at all levels to learn, share and discuss photography.
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Thursday May 9 6:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Thursday May 9 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Paint & Plant Wellness Class
Learn how plants and creative outlets are beneficial for our mental health while we therapeutically hand-paint a four-inch planter and pair it with an air-purifying plant. All supplies are included.
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Friday May 10 All Day
Letters of Kindness
Spread the word: weâre writing kind letters! Drop by to write letters to people in our community and around the world to help spread and promote kindness! (All ages)
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Friday May 10 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Library Express Van Visit: StoryPoint Bolingbrook
Outreach staff will deliver and pick up borrowed library materials. Please note, this visit is not open to the general public.
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Friday May 10 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Bookmobile Stop: BRAC
Visit the Bookmobile to check out items, pick up your holds and return borrowed materials.
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Friday May 10 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Vortex Open Video Game Play
Play video games on a first come, first served basis. A library card or school ID is required to play. (Grades 6â12)
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Saturday May 11 All Day
Letters of Kindness
Spread the word: weâre writing kind letters! Drop by to write letters to people in our community and around the world to help spread and promote kindness! (All ages)
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Saturday May 11 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime
Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories and songs that promotes literacy and discovery for all ages!
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Saturday May 11 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Paws to Read
Reading is going to the dogs! Practice reading out loud to these specially-trained pups. Call us on the morning of the program to sign up for a time slot: 630.685.4181. (Grades Kâ5)
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Saturday May 11 11:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Homeschool Resource Expo
Join us for our first Homeschool Resource Expo! Chat with representatives from local organizations and learn about the unique experiences and resources that are available for homeschooled families.
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Saturday May 11 1:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Dungeons & Dragons 5E: Spelljammer
Join us on Discord and Roll20 for an exciting D&D campaign! Draw your sword, cast spells, and learn arcane secrets in the world's most popular tabletop role-playing game. New players welcome.
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Saturday May 11 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Teen Volunteering
Volunteer your time by preparing crafts and materials for programs, assisting in organizing and/or cleaning program supplies, photocopying, cutting paper and more. (Grades 6â12)
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Sunday May 12 All Day
Letters of Kindness
Spread the word: weâre writing kind letters! Drop by to write letters to people in our community and around the world to help spread and promote kindness! (All ages)
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Sunday May 12 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Vortex Open Video Game Play
Play video games on a first come, first served basis. A library card or school ID is required to play. (Grades 6â12)