Event List

Ages 6-10

Children will learn basic culinary skills and kitchen etiquette as they make chocolate mug cakes. Children must be able to attend independently. Allergen information available upon request.

You will be handling entry and cleanup for the craft swap. Come directly to Meeting Room C in the lower level. You will need to eat lunch after your shift.

Stop by our Craft Swap to find some gently used and free craft supplies and art    materials. We will give you a bag to fill with goodies of your choice, while supplies last.

Ages 6-10

Children will learn basic culinary skills and kitchen etiquette as they make chocolate mug cakes. Children must be able to attend independently. Allergen information available upon request.

Matt and Cynthia Gruel are the dynamic performers behind Nostalgia Entertainment.

Join us for a 10-week program called Bingocize! We will play bingo and do some light exercises during the classes. Wear comfortable clothing. Participants should be able to attend the full 10-weeks of classes on Mondays and Wednesdays. 

Let's learn English together at this free ESL class for beginning and advanced speakers – begin anytime!  Tagalong children may come if they are supervised by their parents.

Drop in for assistance with your computer, smartphone or other device at this weekly help session.

Whether you like Monopoly, Uno, or Smash Bros, a game awaits you in the Teen Room! We offer a casual environment to learn new games and play old favorites. We also welcome you to bring your own! 

Ages 11-14

Help us keep Youth Services beautiful and earn community service time cleaning up the department.  Please make sure to wear close-toed shoes. 

No registration need. 

BYO needlework projects and stop by the Knit N’ Stitch with Jennifer Rodriguez and friends to enjoy conversation and crafting: crocheters, knitters, plus cross-stitchers and embroiderers welcome.  

Ages 6- 24 months with an adult 

Stories, songs, and movement, supporting literacy development and learning in young children. 

All storytimes are ticketed programs. 

Get ready for games and crafts at this fun senior social hour from 10am to 11am.

Ages 3-5

Stories, songs, and movement, supporting literacy development and learning in young children. 

To foster independence, we encourage children to attend without adults.  

Learn how to navigate an inbox, read and reply to emails, and open or send attachments.

Ages 5-7

It’s a bird, it’s a plane…it’s Superhero Training! We will read books about being a superhero and show off our “super” skills. Costumes are encouraged!

Board of Trustees Meeting

Ages 2-3 with an adult

Stories, songs, and movement, supporting literacy development and learning in young children. 

All storytimes are ticketed programs. 

Join us for a 10-week program called Bingocize! We will play bingo and do some light exercises during the classes. Wear comfortable clothing. Participants should be able to attend the full 10-weeks of classes on Mondays and Wednesdays. 

Join the Illinois State Treasurer's Office to search for unclaimed property. The Treasurer's Office will help you search their database for unclaimed property. Please find them in the lobby.

Please join Gail Morales of Blissful Light for a Chair Yoga class, focusing on strengthening and stretching your body while focusing your mind and helping you tap into your breath. Using a chair to perform traditional yoga poses (seated and s

Please join Gail Morales of Blissful Light for a fun and engaging beginner’s yoga class. The class is designed for participants to sit on mats on the floor. Please bring your own mat, if possible. 

Create quick and professional-looking designs using Canva. Requires basic computer skills.

Dry January can be delicious with Chef Violeta Trujeque. She’ll demonstrate how to make nonalcoholic sangria, piña colada, and mojito – and give us a taste.