Hinsdale Public Library
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Tuesday June 18 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Drop-In Coffee and Conversation 2024
Join your friends, neighbors, and fellow residents for free coffee and each Tuesday morning. Discuss current events and new books, or simply relax for an hour on the Library's main floor.
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Tuesday June 18 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Family Fort Night
Bring your comfiest pillows and blankets to build the fort of your dreams for an evening in the Library. You'll be able to pretend your reading under the stars with your family and a flashlight!
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Tuesday June 18 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
VOLUNTEER: Family Fort Night
Teens grades 6-12 can sign up for volunteer opportunities at the Library! Tasks may include program help, craft preparation, toy cleaning, etc.
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Tuesday June 18 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
New Moms Book Group
Take some time for yourself to read a book and chat with other new moms! We will meet at The Cube inside the Standard Market, 333 E. Ogden Ave. in Westmont.
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Tuesday June 18 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Adventures in Science: Anyone Can Become a Citizen Scientist
Get involved in science --become a Citizen Scientist! Learn from Hinsdalean and Illinois Master Naturalist Stephanie Rens-Domiano about research projects and how to get involved. No experience needed!
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Wednesday June 19 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime at Burns Field
Join your favorite librarians at Burns Field for stories, fingerplays, and music. In the event of rain, storytime will move to the Library.
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Wednesday June 19 11:00am - 1:00pm CDT
NEW! Senior Lunch and Learn
Learn how to enhance your mindset and outlook related to aging from Jackie Sander, CEO and Executive Director at The Birches. A catered lunch will immediately follow the presentation. Open to all 65+.
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Wednesday June 19 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
VOLUNTEER: Weekly Teen Volunteer Hour
Teens grades 6-12 can sign up for volunteer opportunities at the Library! Tasks may include craft preparation, toy cleaning, etc.
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Wednesday June 19 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
How The World Eats Rice
From silky risotto to sizzling bibimbap, rice is the ultimate staple around the world. Join us to explores the most iconic global rice dishes and learn about their origins. Samples provided.
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Thursday June 20 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Maker Club
Drop by the Storytime Room for Maker Club! We will have a variety of supplies out for you to create and use your imagination, as well as a different project to complete each week.
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Thursday June 20 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
VOLUNTEER: Maker Club
Teens grades 6-12 can sign up for volunteer opportunities at the Library! Tasks may include program help, craft preparation, toy cleaning, etc.
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Friday June 21 All Day
Take Home Craft: Paint a Wind Chime
Paint a wind chime to hang in your house or backyard.
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Friday June 21 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Balloon Dart Painting
Ever dreamed of recreating the iconic balloon dart painting scene from The Princess Diaries movie? This is your chance!
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Friday June 21 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Teen Game Time
Take some time to unwind at Teen Game Time! Play Mario Kart on the Nintendo Switch or enjoy a classic board game in the Community Meeting Room.
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Saturday June 22 9:30am - 11:30am CDT
Donuts with Dad
A time for dads to enjoy donuts, coffee, and spending time with their kids at the Library with different activities each month.
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Monday June 24 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Make and Take: Mini Masterpiece and Snack
Drop in to the library to eat a snack and paint a masterpiece on a mini canvas!
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Monday June 24 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
VOLUNTEER: Make and Take: Mini Masterpiece
Teens grades 6-12 can sign up for volunteer opportunities at the Library! Tasks may include
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Monday June 24 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
My First Sewing Class Series
This class series is for beginners who are looking to start with learning how to hand-stitch and leave class knowing how to use a sewing machine. Attendees must be able to attend all 3 sessions.
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Monday June 24 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Mississippi River Adventures
Noted Illinois enthusiast John Kokoris will share insider tips to exploring the Mississippi River area from Galena to St. Louis. Your road trip planning starts here.
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Tuesday June 25 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Drop-In Coffee and Conversation 2024
Join your friends, neighbors, and fellow residents for free coffee and each Tuesday morning. Discuss current events and new books, or simply relax for an hour on the Library's main floor.
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Tuesday June 25 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
French Conversation Group
Calling all Francophiles! Let's speak French together with the guidance of local French instructor Susan Boldrey. Meeting will be monthly and conversation topics will be flexible.
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Wednesday June 26 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime at Burns Field
Join your favorite librarians at Burns Field for stories, fingerplays, and music. In the event of rain, storytime will move to the Library.
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Wednesday June 26 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime in the Park with Local Author Laura Smetana
Local children's author Laura Smetana will read aloud her book My Love for You is Like a Garden. We will also make a craft and enjoy a cookie treat. Sponsored by The Birches.
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Wednesday June 26 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Hinsdale Memory Cafe
Join us for a social gathering of individuals living with dementia and their care partners. We offer a place to socialize and connect with others in similar situations using prepared activities.
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Wednesday June 26 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Teen Green Thumbs
Join us for a hands-on experience combining creativity and nature. You will learn some seed planting basics and get to paint your own mini pot.
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Wednesday June 26 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
VOLUNTEER: Weekly Teen Volunteer Hour
Teens grades 6-12 can sign up for volunteer opportunities at the Library! Tasks may include craft preparation, toy cleaning, etc.
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Wednesday June 26 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Great Decisions 2024
Prepare to discuss the world with Great Decisions 2024!
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Wednesday June 26 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Intro to Ukulele
This summer, learn to play the ukelele at HPL! Area instructors Alvin McGovern and Chris McIntosh will teach you the basics during our three-part series.
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Thursday June 27 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Needlecraft Night
Bring your needlecraft project to work on, and enjoy some pleasant conversation with your fellow crafting enthusiasts!
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Friday June 28 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
Baby Playdate: Adventure Time!
Embark on an adventure with your baby by visiting interactive play stations together!
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Friday June 28 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Teen Game Time
Take some time to unwind at Teen Game Time! Play Mario Kart on the Nintendo Switch or enjoy a classic board game in the Community Meeting Room.