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Color by Number: Poster Art

All Day 11/12 - 11/26
No Location at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Ages 12 & under. Drop in and pick up a kit.Color pixel by pixel to create the hidden art poster in 30 days. Pick up a kit at the Kids desk starting October 28th. While supplies...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: No Location
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 12 & under. Drop in and pick up a kit.

Color pixel by pixel to create the hidden art poster in 30 days. Pick up a kit at the Kids desk starting October 28th. While supplies last.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mobile Device Help

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Study Room One at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Have a phone or tablet and need help getting started? Need advanced help with an app? Sign up for personalized individual help! One device per session, though multiple people may a...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Study Room One
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Have a phone or tablet and need help getting started? Need advanced help with an app? Sign up for personalized individual help! One device per session, though multiple people may attend with the device.

Additional Information

Please sign up for only one session.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mobile Device Help

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Study Room One at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Have a phone or tablet and need help getting started? Need advanced help with an app? Sign up for personalized individual help! One device per session, though multiple people may a...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Study Room One
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Have a phone or tablet and need help getting started? Need advanced help with an app? Sign up for personalized individual help! One device per session, though multiple people may attend with the device.

Additional Information

Please sign up for only one session.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mobile Device Help

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Study Room One at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Have a phone or tablet and need help getting started? Need advanced help with an app? Sign up for personalized individual help! One device per session, though multiple people may a...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Study Room One
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Have a phone or tablet and need help getting started? Need advanced help with an app? Sign up for personalized individual help! One device per session, though multiple people may attend with the device.

Additional Information

Please sign up for only one session.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Modern Times Film Series: The Fall Guy

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Modern Times Film series showcases new additions to the library's movie collection. This week: The Fall Guy. A down-and-out stuntman must find the missing star of his ex-girlfr...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Required
Seats Remaining: 43
Event Details:

The Modern Times Film series showcases new additions to the library's movie collection. This week: The Fall Guy. A down-and-out stuntman must find the missing star of his ex-girlfriend's blockbuster film. 2024. PG-13. 2h 6m.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Open Workshop

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

After training and signing a liability waiver, drop in during open studio hours to use Workshop equipment to work on your own creative projects or get a tour of everything the Work...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Workshop
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

After training and signing a liability waiver, drop in during open studio hours to use Workshop equipment to work on your own creative projects or get a tour of everything the Workshop has to offer.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Drop-In Family Afternoon Storytime

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For children of all ages. If your child is under age 3, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 3 will not be permitted.With stories and activities for...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For children of all ages. If your child is under age 3, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 3 will not be permitted.

Additional Information

Priority for Kids World programs is given to residents of Norridge and Harwood Heights.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anonymous Teen Writers

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Writers in grades 7-12 are invited to join in on a weekly hour and a half of socializing, discussion, and, of course, writing! Share your poems and stories in a supportive space or...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Discussion Group
Event Details:

Writers in grades 7-12 are invited to join in on a weekly hour and a half of socializing, discussion, and, of course, writing! Share your poems and stories in a supportive space or listen to others read.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Kids Crafting Club

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Ages 7-12. Make some simple crafts and be social with other creative people! Each session we will make something new and have fun things to talk about!

Full/Past
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Ages 7-12. Make some simple crafts and be social with other creative people! Each session we will make something new and have fun things to talk about!

Additional Information

Priority for Kids World programs is given to residents of Norridge and Harwood Heights with Eisenhower Library cards. Others will be placed on a pending waiting list and, if possible, moved to the main list 24 hours before the program.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Coping With Grief at the Holidays

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Dealing with grief can be especially hard during the holidays. Join counselors from Urban Wellness to learn ways to cope, then decorate cookies for yourself or a friend.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Dealing with grief can be especially hard during the holidays. Join counselors from Urban Wellness to learn ways to cope, then decorate cookies for yourself or a friend.

Library Board Meeting

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Event Details:

The monthly meeting of the Eisenhower Library Board of Trustees. Find agendas and links to view the meeting online at https://eisenhowerlibrary.org/leadership.

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Program Type: Board Meeting
Event Details:

The monthly meeting of the Eisenhower Library Board of Trustees. Find agendas and links to view the meeting online at https://eisenhowerlibrary.org/leadership.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Open Workshop

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

After training and signing a liability waiver, drop in during open studio hours to use Workshop equipment to work on your own creative projects or get a tour of everything the Work...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Workshop
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

After training and signing a liability waiver, drop in during open studio hours to use Workshop equipment to work on your own creative projects or get a tour of everything the Workshop has to offer.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Open Workshop

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

After training and signing a liability waiver, drop in during open studio hours to use Workshop equipment to work on your own creative projects or get a tour of everything the Work...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Workshop
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

After training and signing a liability waiver, drop in during open studio hours to use Workshop equipment to work on your own creative projects or get a tour of everything the Workshop has to offer.

Lego Day

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:

Ages 4-7. Using the Library's Lego brick collection, let's have fun building a display for the Kids World department.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Ages 4-7. Using the Library's Lego brick collection, let's have fun building a display for the Kids World department.

Additional Information

If your child is under age 7, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 7 will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Science

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Ages 12 & under.  Hypothesize! Experiment! Observe! Drop by anytime in the hour to take your turn conducting the month's science experiments.  Some experiments may be...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Ages 12 & under.  Hypothesize! Experiment! Observe! Drop by anytime in the hour to take your turn conducting the month's science experiments.

Additional Information

If your child is under age 7, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 7 will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Polish Storytime

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Ages 12 & under with an adult. Join Eisenhower and The Language Labs for a 30-minute Full Immersion Polish Storytime full of fun and learning! Together we will learn Polish son...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Ages 12 & under with an adult. Join Eisenhower and The Language Labs for a 30-minute Full Immersion Polish Storytime full of fun and learning! Together we will learn Polish songs, play games, and create a craft!

Additional Information

Priority for Kids World programs is given to residents of Norridge and Harwood Heights with Eisenhower Library cards. Others will be placed on a pending waiting list and, if possible, moved to the main list 24 hours before the program.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Make a Pet Bandana Organizer

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Create a one-of-a-kind wall organizer for all of your pet's custom bandanas.  This project is perfect for the special pet in your life or to give as a gift.  Prior experi...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Workshop
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create a one-of-a-kind wall organizer for all of your pet's custom bandanas.  This project is perfect for the special pet in your life or to give as a gift.  Prior experience with the Cricut Maker is helpful, but not required.

Additional Information

Please sign up for only one session.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Senior Chair Exercise: Fall

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Mobility issues shouldn’t stop you from staying active. Join fitness instructor Jen Adams for a chair exercise program for seniors ages 60 and up. Register to save your seats for S...

Full/Past
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Mobility issues shouldn’t stop you from staying active. Join fitness instructor Jen Adams for a chair exercise program for seniors ages 60 and up. Register to save your seats for September, October, and November.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Senior Chair Exercise: Fall

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 11:45am - 12:15pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Mobility issues shouldn’t stop you from staying active. Join fitness instructor Jen Adams for a chair exercise program for seniors ages 60 and up. Register to save your seats for S...

Full/Past
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Mobility issues shouldn’t stop you from staying active. Join fitness instructor Jen Adams for a chair exercise program for seniors ages 60 and up. Register to save your seats for September, October, and November.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Open Workshop

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

After training and signing a liability waiver, drop in during open studio hours to use Workshop equipment to work on your own creative projects or get a tour of everything the Work...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Workshop
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

After training and signing a liability waiver, drop in during open studio hours to use Workshop equipment to work on your own creative projects or get a tour of everything the Workshop has to offer.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Pokemon Day

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Ages 7-12. Are you a fan of Pokemon? Meet other trainers and show off your favorite Pokemon! Each session will have new activities themed around everyone’s favorite pocket mon...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Ages 7-12. Are you a fan of Pokemon? Meet other trainers and show off your favorite Pokemon! Each session will have new activities themed around everyone’s favorite pocket monsters!

Additional Information

Priority for Kids World programs is given to residents of Norridge and Harwood Heights with Eisenhower Library cards. Others will be placed on a pending waiting list and, if possible, moved to the main list 24 hours before the program.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery Book Club: The Cater Street Hangman

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
Borrow the Book:

Copies of our book club selections are available to borrow in our catalog in various formats or at the Library Services Desk approximately one month before each meeting.

Event Details:

This month's book will be The Cater Street Hangman by Anne Perry. While the Ellison girls were out drinking tea like proper Victorian ladies, a maid in their household was strangle...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

This month's book will be The Cater Street Hangman by Anne Perry. While the Ellison girls were out drinking tea like proper Victorian ladies, a maid in their household was strangled to death.

Copies of our book club selections are available to borrow in our catalog in various formats or at the Library Services Desk approximately one month before each meeting.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crochet Along: Autumn Leaf Decorative Doily

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy crochet? Interested in learning new stitches or sharing your knowledge? Join us for our virtual crochet-a-long. Each Wednesday in November we'll be working on the Autumn...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Enjoy crochet? Interested in learning new stitches or sharing your knowledge? Join us for our virtual crochet-a-long.

Thanksgiving

11/27/2024 @ 5:00pm to 11/28/2024 @ 9:00pm
Eisenhower Public Library District

We will be closing at 5:00 PM on Wednesday in anticipation of Thanksgiving on Thursday, when we will be closed all day.

Closing
Branches:
Eisenhower Public Library District
Description:

We will be closing at 5:00 PM on Wednesday in anticipation of Thanksgiving on Thursday, when we will be closed all day.