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Winter Reading Challenge

Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 12/1 - 1/31
No Location at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Community, Games
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors

It's the chilliest time of the year! Grab your coziest blanket, your fuzziest socks, and warm up with a good book and our annual Winter Reading Challenge!

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: No Location
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community, Games
Event Details:

It's the chilliest time of the year! Grab your coziest blanket, your fuzziest socks, and warm up with a good book and our annual Winter Reading Challenge!

Open Workshop

Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

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.

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Workshop
Age Group: 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.

Closed for Martin Luther King Day

All Day
Eisenhower Public Library District, Off Site

We'll be closed in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day. 

Closing
Branches:
Eisenhower Public Library District, Off Site
Description:

We'll be closed in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day. 

Drop-In Toddler Time Storytime

Drop-In Toddler Time Storytime

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

For walking tots up to 35 months with an adult.

Have fun with engaging pre-literacy activities as we talk, sing, read, write and play!

We ask that families attend one Storytime each week. 

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

For walking tots up to 35 months with an adult.

Have fun with engaging pre-literacy activities as we talk, sing, read, write and play!

We ask that families attend one Storytime each week. 

Additional Information

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

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.

Drop-In Family Storytime

Drop-In Family Storytime

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

For ages 12 and under. If your child is younger than 3 years old, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 3 will not be permitted.

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

For ages 12 and under. If your child is younger than 3 years old, 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.

Open Workshop

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

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.

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Workshop
Age Group: 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.

Outside Booking: Central Baptist Village

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Purpose of Meeting:

project work

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Purpose of Meeting

project work

Polish Storytime

Polish Storytime

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Ages 12 and under with a parent or caregiver.

Join Eisenhower and the Language Labs for a 30 minute Polish Storytime. Together we will learn songs, play games and create a craft!

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

Ages 12 and under with a parent or caregiver.

Join Eisenhower and the Language Labs for a 30 minute Polish Storytime. Together we will learn 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.

Drop-In Family Storytime

Drop-In Family Storytime

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

For ages 12 and under. If your child is younger than 3 years old, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 3 will not be permitted.

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

For ages 12 and under. If your child is younger than 3 years old, 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.

Open Workshop

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

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.

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Workshop
Age Group: 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.

Homework Cafe

Homework Cafe

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teen Space at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Teens

Drop into the Library every Wednesday afternoon this winter to enjoy hot chocolate or tea while working on your homework in the Teen Space.

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

Drop into the Library every Wednesday afternoon this winter to enjoy hot chocolate or tea while working on your homework in the Teen Space.

Pivot Tables and You

Pivot Tables and You

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

A pivot table is a powerful tool to calculate, summarize, and analyze data in Microsoft Excel. Learn how to use them effectively.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

A pivot table is a powerful tool to calculate, summarize, and analyze data in Microsoft Excel. Learn how to use them effectively.

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts November 3rd for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone opens November 10th.

Crochet Along: Boho Cozy Wrap

Crochet Along: Boho Cozy Wrap

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
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.

Scale Model Club for Kids

Scale Model Club (Youth)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Join others who are interested in model building. Learn new skills and techniques. Work on your own project and get advice on making your project look it's very best. For modelers ages 8-17.

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

Join others who are interested in model building. Learn new skills and techniques. Work on your own project and get advice on making your project look it's very best. For modelers ages 8-17.

Additional Information

If your child is under age 13, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 13 will not be permitted.

Open Workshop

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

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.

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Workshop
Age Group: 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.

Outside Booking: Central Baptist Village

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Purpose of Meeting:

project work

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Purpose of Meeting

project work

Read to a Librarian

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 3:15pm - 3:30pm
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Age Group:
Kids

Registration Required. Grades 1st-6th.

Practice your reading skills with a Kids World Librarian! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration Required. Grades 1st-6th.

Practice your reading skills with a Kids World Librarian! 

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.

Read to a Librarian

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Age Group:
Kids

Registration Required. Grades 1st-6th.

Practice your reading skills with a Kids World Librarian! 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration Required. Grades 1st-6th.

Practice your reading skills with a Kids World Librarian! 

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.

Read to a Librarian

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Age Group:
Kids

Registration Required. Grades 1st-6th.

Practice your reading skills with a Kids World Librarian! 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registration Required. Grades 1st-6th.

Practice your reading skills with a Kids World Librarian! 

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.

Anonymous Young Adult Writers

Anonymous Young Adult Writers

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Teens

Writers in high school and college 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.

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

Writers in high school and college 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.

Drop-In Baby Storytime

Drop-In Baby Storytime

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

For 6-17 months with an adult. Siblings welcome.

Inspire a love of reading with short, interactive stories, songs, lap bounces and rhymes.

We ask that families attend one Storytime each week. 

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

For 6-17 months with an adult. Siblings welcome.

Inspire a love of reading with short, interactive stories, songs, lap bounces and rhymes.

We ask that families attend one Storytime each week. 

Additional Information

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

Outside Booking: Mindy Blanco Agency

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Purpose of Meeting:

office conference for business planning 2026

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

office conference for business planning 2026

Open Workshop

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

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.

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Workshop
Age Group: 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.

Open Workshop

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

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.

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Workshop
Age Group: 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.