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Thursday May 2 10:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Crafters' Gathering
Bring any low-mess craft (e.g., knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, coloring, origami, jewelry-making) and enjoy meeting and sharing ideas with other crafters in this twice-monthly club.
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Thursday May 2 10:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Thursday Threaders
Like to cross-stitch, knit, crochet, or do any other craft? Every Thursday, bring and work on your own project while enjoying the company of others.
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Thursday May 2 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.
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Thursday May 2 11:00am - 11:30am CDT
Storytime: Ages 2-3
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a take home craft, that teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
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Thursday May 2 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Program for toddlers, 2 and 3 years of age, accompanied by a caregiver to participate in stories, finger plays, and music activities. Activities will help to develop important pre-literacy skills.
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Thursday May 2 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Triple Cross by James Patterson
Join the discussion of Triple Cross, which is our Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Club selection for May. Pick up a copy at the Highland Branch.
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Thursday May 2 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
PreTeen D&D Fantasy Quest: Ages: 8-12
Join us on our journey: Heroes of Sol'an, 5th edition family friendly Dungeons and Dragons campaign for preteens. New players welcome.
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Thursday May 2 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
English as a Second Language (ESL)
English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
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Thursday May 2 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Power Paws for Kids
In this program, children will have the opportunity to read aloud to a Power Paws therapy dog and their volunteer. Please register all those planning to attend.
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Saturday May 4 9:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Stitch'n Time
Join us with your current projects (knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, etc.) to chat and create! Bring your own supplies, and other attendees would be happy to instruct on crochet as needed.
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Saturday May 4 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Keep Me In Stitches
Interested in any of the needle arts including knit, crochet, cross-stitch, and more? Join us for an opportunity to chat and create. Please bring your own projects.
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Saturday May 4 10:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Acrylic Painting (FEE)
Join us and create a unique painting with assistance from local artist Mary Stang-Helm. Cash fee of $25 paid at time of event covers all materials. Class begins promptly at 10:00 a.m.
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Saturday May 4 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Yoga & Breathing
Each session includes a series of asanas (postures) & sequences of pranayam (breathing exercises) for good health. Please bring your own mat to class.
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Saturday May 4 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Hair Discrimination: Speaker Jantina Anderson
Jantina Anderson will be speaking on race-based hair discrimination experienced by Black women and girls, and how it perpetuates racism. Anderson appears courtesy of a grant from Indiana Humanities.
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Saturday May 4 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Reading to the Dogs
In this program participants will get the opportunity to read to a therapy dog. Ages 6-11. Registration is required.
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Saturday May 4 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Star Wars Family Fun Event
Come enjoy Star Wars with us! Watch a movie, make an origami Millennium Falcon, and decorate a cake pop Death Star! The first families to arrive will also receive a 3d printed Baby Yoda!
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Saturday May 4 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
May the Fourth Be With You
Come celebrate May the Fourth by viewing Solo: A Star Wars Story, make a Chewbacca craft, and other activity sheets. Snacks will be provided.
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Monday May 6 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Citizenship Class
This program aims to help adults prepare to pass the Citizenship test in Chicago-USCIS.
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Monday May 6 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Alzheimerâs Disease and Dementia Awareness
A series of four programs hosted by Linda Curely of Purdue University designed to help with early detection, support, and assistance for those with Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia.
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Monday May 6 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
One-On-One Tech Help: Everyday Technology
Are you having laptop, smartphone, or tablet issues? Book this one-hour session to receive individualized assistance with your technology problems. Patron must bring their device with them.
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Monday May 6 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Love Again
A woman finds love again after the death of her fiancé when she sends romantic text messages to his old cell phone number, only to realize the number has been reassigned to another.
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Monday May 6 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Now and Then (1995)
Come and enjoy this afternoon movie with us! Popcorn and snacks will be served. Seating is limited. Registration is required.
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Monday May 6 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
LEGO® Club (Grades K-5)
Children (completed grades K-5) may free build with the library's LEGO® blocks or build a 'challenge' project. Constructions will be displayed in the library until the next LEGO® Club meeting.
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Monday May 6 5:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Teen Chess Club
Teens in 6th-12th grades are invited to join the Chess Club. Please register and bring your own board.
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Monday May 6 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
English as a Second Language (ESL)
English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
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Monday May 6 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Financial Literacy Month
April is Financial Literacy Month! Centier Bank associates will be offering a series of four classes on: 1) Budgeting & Savings, 2) Credit & Paying Down Debt, 3) Homeownership, and 4) Retirement.
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Tuesday May 7 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime: Ages 2-3
Storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, music and a craft that teach early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
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Tuesday May 7 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.
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Tuesday May 7 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime: Ages 2-3
This is a storytime for children 2 & 3 years of age, with a caregiver, featuring stories, fingerplays, music and a simple craft, that support early literacy skills. Please register all attending.
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Tuesday May 7 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Caregiver & Coffee Hour
Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our storytime for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Storytime attendance is not required.
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Tuesday May 7 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT
Storytime: Ages 4-5
During this storytime 4 and 5 year olds will hear stories and participate in music activities, rhymes, and other activities, with an emphasis on important early pre-reading skills.
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Tuesday May 7 11:30am - 11:50am CDT
Storytime: Ages 2-3
In this program, toddlers and their adult caregivers will enjoy a storytime with books, rhymes, music, and a craft. Registration Required.
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Tuesday May 7 12:00pm - 12:30pm CDT
Toddler Play Session
Children ages 2-4 are invited to join us in the Children's Programming Room to play with unique toys and socialize.
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Tuesday May 7 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Teen Financial Literacy Classes
Learn about financial literacy during these three class sessions featuring Misty De La Cruz from First Financial Bank.
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Tuesday May 7 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Samurai: An Introduction to Japanese Swordspersonship
Explore Japanese swordspersonship & learn about Japan's oldest surviving martial art & the Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto Ryu. Please register.
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Wednesday May 8 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Mother Goose on the Loose: Ages Birth - 23 Months
Babies and toddlers, birth - 23 months of age, accompanied by their caregivers, will enjoy this program filled with rhymes, books, music, and movement designed to help early literacy skills.
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Wednesday May 8 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Citizenship Classes
This class aims to help adults prepare to take the Citizenship test in Chicago at the USCIS office.
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Wednesday May 8 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Caregiver & Coffee Hour
Join fellow baby and toddler caregivers after our storytime for a cup of coffee or tea and some conversation. Storytime attendance is not required.
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Wednesday May 8 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Off the Hook
Do you enjoy crafting? Do you wish you had friendly people to work with on those crafts? Bring your current project and enjoy the company every Wednesday! All crafts are welcome.
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Wednesday May 8 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Homeschool Hangout (Grades K-6)
Homeschool children are invited to attend a program exploring a STEAM topic each session. The only requirement is imagination and registration!
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Wednesday May 8 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Teen Gaming
Come hang out at the library and play the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Wii and board games! We provide the games...you bring your friends to join in on the fun! Ages 12-18.
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Wednesday May 8 4:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Crochet @ Your Library
Join us and work on your crafts at the library! Bring yarn and a size H crochet hook or size 7 knitting needles and cotton yarn - or bring along a project you're already working on!
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Wednesday May 8 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Teen: Puzzle Night Relay
Speed your way through different jigsaw puzzles and complete challenges along the way!
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Wednesday May 8 5:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Bilingual Storytime
Families can join for stories in Spanish and English!
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Wednesday May 8 5:30pm - 6:45pm CDT
I'll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara
Join the Page Turners as we discuss I'll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara. Books are available at the St. John Circulation Desk.
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Wednesday May 8 5:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teen Card Making
Calling all teens, ages 12-18! Embrace your creativity by making a card for a friend, family or yourself. Supplies and ideas will be provided.
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Wednesday May 8 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teen Cartoon School
Like to draw? Like comics and cartoons? Then this is the program for you! Join us on the second Wednesday of every month to learn new drawing techniques and make friends with your fellow cartoonists!
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Wednesday May 8 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Power Paws for Kids
All children and their families are invited to come and read to certified therapy dogs.
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Wednesday May 8 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
All Ability: Flower Bookmarks
This month we will be making bookmarks with pressed flowers! Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.
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Wednesday May 8 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teen Advisory Board
Teens get volunteer hours! Help plan programs and projects at the library. Interested teens, ages 11 - 17, can attend. Zoom available. Please register.
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Wednesday May 8 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Livestream Author Talk with Nina Simon
Join other readers for a livestream conversation with Nina Simon about A Murder Mystery, Family Story, and Love Letter to Strong Women Everywhere.
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Wednesday May 8 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Virtual: Livestream Author Talk with Nina Simon
Join a livestream chat with Nina Simon about her lighthearted whodunnit about a grandmother-mother-daughter trio of amateur sleuths, Mother-Daughter Murder Night.
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Wednesday May 8 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Art Club (Grades K-5)
Each week, we will explore a different component of art and do a corresponding activity. This is a 6 week program; sign up for all or choose individual sessions to attend.
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Thursday May 9 10:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Crafting with Corie (FEE)
Paper crafter Corie Kaz will host a series of classes on how to make various paper crafts. This class costs $10.00 to attend and includes most necessary materials. Please bring your own glue.
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Thursday May 9 10:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Thursday Threaders
Like to cross-stitch, knit, crochet, or do any other craft? Every Thursday, bring and work on your own project while enjoying the company of others.
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Thursday May 9 4:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Come and play in a game with one of our librarians as gm.
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Thursday May 9 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
English as a Second Language (ESL)
English classes are for participants who are learning English as a second language. Different levels are available. Classes are free.
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Friday May 10 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Speedcubing
Join us as we speed solve Rubik's Cube puzzles. All skill levels are welcome. Rubik's Cubes are supplied.
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Saturday May 11 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Building Blocks to Literacy
Kids ages 6 months through 3 years old, and their caregivers, will enjoy interacting at various block play stations. Special blocks for older kids will also be available on high tables.
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Saturday May 11 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Teen Board Game League
Like board games? So do we! Come on in and join us for a fun-filled game session. We provide the games...you provide the energy!
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Saturday May 11 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Bingo at the Library!
Join us at the library to play Bingo! All ages are welcome to play. Winners will be able to choose from a variety of small prizes.
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Saturday May 11 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Teen Trivia Night
Join us for a night of trivia! This game will feature trivia questions on music. Test your knowledge and win a prize! Ages 11-17. Must register first and bring a device for Kahoot to answer questions.