Indian Trails Library
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Monday April 29 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Can You Solve This?
Grades 3-5. Why was 6 afraid of 7? If you know the answer to this and want to learn more brainteasers, riddles, and puzzles, come join us for an evening of logic and fun. Registration required.
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Monday April 29 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
What are Your Old Coins, Currency, and Gold or Silver Jewelry Worth?
Dave Ekstrom, an American Numismatic Association member, presents on coin values and appraisals. Learn the value of your collection. Three items per person. Registration required. This program is held in connection with Money Goals Month, a month-long initiative p......More
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Monday April 29 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Genealogy Interest Group Meeting
Join this informal group in a collaborative setting to explore library databases, research your family tree and connect with other enthusiasts and skilled staff. Suitable for beginners and experienced researchers alike. Registration required.
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Tuesday April 30 All Day
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Tuesday April 30 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Resume Review & Career Coaching Appointments
Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. Reviews with a career specialist include: Applicant Tracking System optimization. ......More
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Tuesday April 30 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Resume Review & Career Coaching Appointments
Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. Reviews with a career specialist include: Applicant Tracking System optimization. ......More
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Wednesday May 1 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Social Services Resource Hour/Hora de Recursos de Servicios Sociales (Branch)
Stop by the Branch to learn about social services for the Prospect Heights residents and meet Rosangela Maldonado from the Prospect Heights Police Department. Browse the materials on services offered, domestic violence education, information on resources within the com......More
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Wednesday May 1 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Drawing for Character Design
Ages 12 and older. Learn how animators, game designers and comic book artists create iconic characters. Then put these techniques to use and draw your own original character. Registration required.
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Wednesday May 1 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
Middle School Slime Party
Grades 6-8. Relax with your friends as you create different slime recipes. Registration required.
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Wednesday May 1 7:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Library Board Workshop
The Board of Trustees meet for its monthly workshop and planning session. This meeting is open to the public. The agenda is posted two days prior to the meeting. For more information ......More
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Wednesday May 1 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Pop Tart Taste Tester
Grades 9-12. Discover which Pop Tart reigns supreme in this battle royale. Try different flavors and vote for your favorite. Registration required.
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Wednesday May 1 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Crash Course: Excel
Learn how to create a spreadsheet, create graphs and tables, and use VLookUp and Pivot table functions in Excel. Registration required.
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Thursday May 2 10:00am - 2:00pm CDT
Village of Wheeling Social Workers at the Library
Social workers from the Village of Wheeling will be present on the second floor for private meetings with members on the first and third Thursdays of the month in a designated study room. Registration not required.
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Thursday May 2 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Kids in the Kitchen: Savoring Spring
Grades 3-5. We’ll provide all the ingredients for you to create and enjoy delicious foods using in-season produce. Limit: 20. Registration required
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Thursday May 2 6:30pm - 8:15pm CDT
Citizenship Classes
Live Zoom program. Prepare for your citizenship test in this small online group class. Content includes speaking, reading and writing English, along with U.S. history and civics. Students will receive a textbook to keep. You must attend all classes in the 12-week sess......More
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Thursday May 2 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Walking in the Footsteps of Aldo Leopold
To honor the 75th anniversary of the Sand County Almanac, storyteller and science writer Brian "Fox" Ellis leads participants on a journey through the life of famous scientist, teacher and author Aldo Leopold. Registration required. Brian “Fox” Ellis was gifted a ......More
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Thursday May 2 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Walking in the Footsteps of Aldo Leopold
Live Zoom program. To honor the 75th anniversary of the Sand County Almanac, storyteller and science writer Brian "Fox" Ellis leads participants on a journey through the life of famous scientist, teacher and author Aldo Leopold. Registration required.
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Friday May 3 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
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Friday May 3 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Snack Club: A Taste of Spring
Grades K-2. Explore new and favorite flavors in this hands-on cooking program. Ingredients provided. Limit: 20. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program.
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Friday May 3 5:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Mug for "Mom"
Ages 12 to 18. Use our sublimation printer and mug press to create a personalized mug for mom or anyone else. Registration required.
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Monday May 6 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Volunteer Kits
Bag pickup: 9 am-9 pm Grades 9-12. Complete and return a volunteer craft kit by the end of the month to count towards one hour of community service. Pickup and drop off at the Adult Services Desk. Registration required.
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Monday May 6 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Stitch Together Meet-Up
Ages 12 and older. If your craft of choice uses needles or hooks, this group is for you. Bring your knit, crochet, embroidery or cross stitch projects already in progress to work and chat with others. Registration required. Image URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/static.......More
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Monday May 6 3:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Tech Assistance
Have a basic question about your device and thinking of trying Cloud Library, Hoopla or another library app? Talk to library staff about these topics and more. Registration required.
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Monday May 6 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Bookworms Book Club: Malamander by Thomas Taylor
Book pickup begins April 1. Grades 4 & 5. Herbert Lemon, Lost-and Founder at the Grand Nautilus Hotel, knows that returning lost things to their rightful owners is not easy – especially when the lost thing is not a thing, but a girl. No one knows what happened to Violet......More
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Monday May 6 4:15pm - 4:45pm CDT
Tech Assistance
Have a basic question about your device and thinking of trying Cloud Library, Hoopla or another library app? Talk to library staff about these topics and more. Registration required.
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Monday May 6 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Sweet Treats of the Midwest
Author and food enthusiast Amy Gail Hansen explores the fascinating history of four Midwest desserts: Bertha Palmer's brownie, Twinkies, Rice Krispie Treats and the Bundt cake. Amy will also share fun tips to making seasonal versions of these treats at home. Registratio......More
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Tuesday May 7 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Spy Science
Grades K-2. Develop your secret agent skills with hands-on activities and experiments. Limit: 20. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program.
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Tuesday May 7 6:30pm - 8:45pm CDT
Writers Workshop
Ages 18 and older. Share your work with others in a supportive atmosphere at this monthly community writers group led by author Ginnie Foley. Registration required.
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Tuesday May 7 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Illinois Libraries Present: Kal Penn
We are thrilled to welcome Kal Penn to close out the Illinois Libraries Present's 3rd season. Penn is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement. He is known for starring roles in Designated Survivor, House,......More
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Tuesday May 7 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Illinois Libraries Present: Kal Penn
In person program with a virtual speaker. Come join us to watch this month's Illinois Libraries Present Program featuring Kal Penn. Penn is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement. He is known for starring......More
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Wednesday May 8 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Illinois Extensions: Strategies for Debt Repayment
In-person program with virtual speaker. Are you struggling with debt stress? The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's Illinois Extensions staff offers a safe and non-judgmental program to help you overcome this challenge. Use simple tools in your everyday lif......More
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Wednesday May 8 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Illinois Extensions: Strategies for Debt Repayment
Live Zoom program. Discover ways to overcome debt stress with staff at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's Illinois Extensions. This safe and non-judgmental program that will also provide simple tools to use in everyday life. Registration required. R......More
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Wednesday May 8 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Jewelry Making Extravaganza
Ages 12 and older. Learn jewelry making techniques using our collection of beads and jewelry supplies to create a unique piece to take home. Registration required.
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Wednesday May 8 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
Balloon Pong
Grades 6-8. Compete in hilarious challenges as you work together to keep a balloon from touching the floor. Registration required.
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Wednesday May 8 7:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
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Thursday May 9 9:30am - 1:00pm CDT
Office Hours with Congressman Brad Schneider's Office
Neighborhood Office Hours is back and ready to help 10th district constituents access local resources and services in community centers across the 10th district. The staff of Congressman Brad Schneider will be available every other Thursday to connect individuals to he......More
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Thursday May 9 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Yoga
Vidya Nahar of Vyayam will speak about the benefits and history of yoga, then lead a yoga class for all levels of participant experience. A signed waiver is required to participate in the yoga class. Waivers provided. Registration required.
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Thursday May 9 6:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Night Owls
Ages 3-7 with a caregiver. Not quite ready for bed? Relax with stories, songs and literacy activities. Limit:15. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program.
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Thursday May 9 6:30pm - 8:15pm CDT
Citizenship Classes
Live Zoom program. Prepare for your citizenship test in this small online group class. Content includes speaking, reading and writing English, along with U.S. history and civics. Students will receive a textbook to keep. You must attend all classes in the 12-week sess......More
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Thursday May 9 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Rustic Flower Wreath
Ages 12 and older. Make a flower wreath to brighten up your home for summer. Registration required.