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Library Card Signup Month

All Day 9/3 - 9/30
No Location at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

No matter your age, now is the perfect time to sign up or renew your library card!All during September, anyone who signs up for an Eisenhower Library card, or lets us know you alre...

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

No matter your age, now is the perfect time to sign up or renew your library card!

Read poster with book characters elephant and piggie

Star in a READ poster!

All Day 9/3 - 9/30
No Location at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Come into Kids World during September where we'll take a photo of you with your favorite book. In a few days, it will be transformed into a poster on display! Come back in October ...

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

Come into Kids World during September where we'll take a photo of you with your favorite book. In a few days, it will be transformed into a poster on display! Come back in October to take your poster home.

Fall Take-n-Make: No-Sew Pumpkins

All Day 9/3 - 10/31
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Nothing says autumn like pumpkins! This fall you can create your own fabric pumpkins with our take-n-make kits, no sewing required. Take a kit home or stop by the Workshop during o...

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

Nothing says autumn like pumpkins! This fall you can create your own fabric pumpkins with our take-n-make kits, no sewing required. Take a kit home or stop by the Workshop during open studio hours to work on one with us.

Open Workshop

Saturday, September 28, 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.

What is Dungeons & Dragons? A 3-Part Series for Adults

What is Dungeons & Dragons? A 3-Part Series for Adults and Teens

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Dungeons & Dragons is a game like no other. With no winners or losers, D&D fosters creativity, exercises the imagination, and encourages teamwork. Join us on three Saturday...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Dungeons & Dragons is a game like no other. With no winners or losers, D&D fosters creativity, exercises the imagination, and encourages teamwork.

Meet Author Jarrett Dapier at Our Banned Books Cafe

Meet Author Jarrett Dapier at Our Banned Books Cafe

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Conversations
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Jarrett Dapier is an author, librarian, and lifelong drummer. His books include Jazz for Lunch, a finalist for the Ezra Jack Keats award; The Most Haunted House in America, a rhymi...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Conversations
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Jarrett Dapier is an author, librarian, and lifelong drummer.

Bilingual Spanish Storytime

Monday, September 30, 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 Bilingual Spanish Storytime full of fun and learning! Together we will learn Spanish ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

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

Medicare 101

Medicare 101

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Robin Dawson from Medicare Solutions Network will help you make sense of your Medicare options.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining: 58
Event Details:

Robin Dawson from Medicare Solutions Network will help you make sense of your Medicare options.

Introduction to the Cricut Universe

Introduction to the Cricut Universe

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

Ages 14 & up. Have you seen the Cricut Maker and wondered what you can do with this electronic cutting machine? Our introductory class explains the basics of using the Cricut M...

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:

Ages 14 & up. Have you seen the Cricut Maker and wondered what you can do with this electronic cutting machine?

Additional Information

Please sign up for only one session.

Open Workshop

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
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.

Data Privacy & Online Security

Data Privacy & Online Security

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Computer Lab at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Explore the topics of data, security, and privacy across the internet. Bring your questions about topics such as creating strong passwords, what cookies are, and why you don't alwa...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Explore the topics of data, security, and privacy across the internet.

Additional Information

Senior Chair Exercise: Fall

Senior Chair Exercise: Fall

Tuesday, October 1, 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.

Senior Chair Exercise: Fall

Senior Chair Exercise: Fall

Tuesday, October 1, 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: 2
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.

Open Workshop

Tuesday, October 1, 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.

Adult Book Discussion: The Last Flight

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting 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 adult book discussion book is The Last Flight by Julie Clark, a tense story about two desperate women who switch boarding passes at the airport. Will they escape their...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

This month's adult book discussion book is The Last Flight by Julie Clark, a tense story about two desperate women who switch boarding passes at the airport. Will they escape their old lives? 

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.

Additional Information

Bilingual Arabic Storytime

Bilingual Arabic Storytime

Tuesday, October 1, 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 Bilingual Arabic Storytime full of fun and learning! Together we will learn Arabic songs, p...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Ages 12 & under with an adult. Join Eisenhower and the Language Labs for a 30-minute Bilingual Arabic Storytime full of fun and learning! Together we will learn Arabic 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.

Family Forest Walk

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Outside at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Ages 12 & under with an adult. Enjoy time with your family and community while we take a walk through our local forest preserve. The group will meet at a nearby trail. Wear you...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Outside
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Ages 12 & under with an adult. Enjoy time with your family and community while we take a walk through our local forest preserve. The group will meet at a nearby trail. Wear your walking shoes, bring your bug spray and sunscreen!

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.

Mobile Device Help

Wednesday, October 2, 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.

Coffee and Crafts

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Take some time to explore your creative side with a variety of art supplies, a featured craft, or bring a work in progress. Not feeling crafty? No worries, coloring pages and playi...

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

Take some time to explore your creative side with a variety of art supplies, a featured craft, or bring a work in progress. Not feeling crafty? No worries, coloring pages and playing cards will also be available.

Additional Information

Mobile Device Help

Wednesday, October 2, 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.

Mobile Device Help

Wednesday, October 2, 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.

Open Workshop

Wednesday, October 2, 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.

Zoom Book Discussion: The Last Flight

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual 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 Zoom book discussion book is The Last Flight by Julie Clark, a tense story about two desperate women who switch boarding passes at the airport. Will they escape their ...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Event Details:

This month's Zoom book discussion book is The Last Flight by Julie Clark, a tense story about two desperate women who switch boarding passes at the airport. Will they escape their old lives? 

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.

Crochet Along: Pumpkin Coasters

Wednesday, October 2, 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 October we will be working on the Great ...

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.