Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch Library
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Wednesday June 19 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Adult Book Discussion: The Brothers Karamazov
Please join us for a lively discussion about The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoyevsky. This event is for ages 21+. Accessibility Need sign language inte......More
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Thursday June 20 10:00am - 6:00pm CDT
Butterflies at the Library
We are raising monarch caterpillars at the branch this summer. Stop by the library to watch them grow through their lifecycle. Register to be invited to our special monarch release program when they fully mature in July. How to Attend Register by the start of the even......More
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Thursday June 20 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Adult Craft: Hanging Macramé Planter
Join your fellow crafters at the Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch to make an indoor macramé plant holder. Light refreshments will be served. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or emai......More
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Thursday June 20 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Butterfly Gardens
Turn your garden into a butterfly haven! Learn what butterflies need to survive, which plants to use, and other tips for attracting butterflies to your garden. Presented by Jessica Becker from the Forest Preserves of Cook County. Accessibility Need sign language inte......More
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Saturday June 22 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Wiggleworms Family Concert with Old Town School of Folk Music
A performer from the Old Town School of Folk Music's children's programs will delight the crowd with singalong favorites, call and response, pop/rock/folk covers and/or original music aimed at little ears and cognizant of the adults in the room. For families with kid......More
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Tuesday June 25 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
Access Community Health Network
Join the Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch and Access Community Health Network (ACCESS) to learn more about their programs and services that support your health. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other a......More
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Tuesday June 25 11:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Illinois Unclaimed Property
The Illinois State Treasurer is holding $5 billion in unclaimed funds for some Illinoisans. The State holds these funds until they are claimed by either the original owner or their heirs. A representative from the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office will be at the Wright......More
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Tuesday June 25 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Adult Book Discussion: Ace of Spades
Join the Wrightwood-Ashburn library on the last Tuesday of every month for a book discussion. This month's selection will be: Ace of Spades by Farida Àbíké-Íyímídé. At Niveus Private Academy, Devon and Chiamaka are the only students chosen to be Senio......More
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Wednesday June 26 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Musical Chairs at the Library
Join us at the library to play some fun musical games! For ages 4 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email [email protected]......More
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Saturday June 29 10:00am - 4:00pm CDT
Film Screening: Bob Marley: One Love (2024)
Join us for a screening of Bob Marley: One Love (2024). The music documentary unravels the life of noteworthy musician Bob Marley. The film dissects the artist's life, delving deep into his legacy and cultural influence. With untold stories and intimate details, t......More
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Sunday June 30 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Film Screening: Dreamgirls (2006)
Join us for a screening of Dreamgirls (2006). Adaptation of the Broadway hit about the ups and downs of a 1960s girl group. Jennifer Hudson won a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her role. © Paramount Pictures - 129 minutes - Rated PG-13 ......More
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Monday July 1 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Film Screening: Jazz: A Film by Ken Burns
Join us Monday afternoons in July to screen Ken Burns brilliant documentary JAZZ. This week we will view episodes 1 and 2. Episode 1: Gumbo Jazz begins in New Orleans, nineteenth century America's most cosmopolitan city, where the sound of marching bands, Italian o......More
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Monday July 8 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Film Screening: Jazz: A Film by Ken Burns
Join us Monday afternoons in July to screen Ken Burns brilliant documentary JAZZ. This week we will be watching episodes 3 and 4. Episode 3: Our Language As the stock market continues to soar, jazz is everywhere in America, and now, for the first time soloists and ......More