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Color by Number: Poster Art

All Day 11/29 - 11/30
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 "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 29, 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 30, 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.

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.

Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 12/2 - 1/31
No Location at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

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

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

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

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

In-Person Crochet Class: Slippers

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Please join us for an in-person crochet class.  Basic crochet skills are required.  All project materials, including yarn, hook, and pattern, will be provided.  

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Please join us for an in-person crochet class.  Basic crochet skills are required.  All project materials, including yarn, hook, and pattern, will be provided.  

Additional Information

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

Monday, December 2, 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.

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, December 3, 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Adult Book Discussion: News of the World

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
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:

Join us for a discussion of News of the World by Paulette Jiles. In the wake of the Civil War, Captain Jefferson Kyle Kidd is tasked with delivering an orphan to her relatives in S...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussion Group
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join us for a discussion of News of the World by Paulette Jiles. In the wake of the Civil War, Captain Jefferson Kyle Kidd is tasked with delivering an orphan to her relatives in San Antonio. 

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Pokemon Day

Tuesday, December 3, 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. Registration Required.  Are you a fan of Pokémon? Meet other trainers and show off your favorite Pokémon! Each session will have new activities themed around e...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Ages 7-12. Registration Required. 

 Are you a fan of Pokémon? Meet other trainers and show off your favorite Pokémon! 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.

Coffee and Crafts

Wednesday, December 4, 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

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

Wednesday, December 4, 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Zoom Adult Book Discussion: News of the World

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us on Zoom for a discussion of News of the World by Paulette Jiles. In the wake of the Civil War, Captain Jefferson Kyle Kidd is tasked with delivering an orphan to her relati...

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

Join us on Zoom for a discussion of News of the World by Paulette Jiles.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crochet Along: Mittens

Wednesday, December 4, 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 December we will be working on mittens!  ...

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Scale Model Club (Adults)

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Hone your model building skills by joining other enthusiasts. Work on your project while sharing tips and tricks and getting advice from others.

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

Hone your model building skills by joining other enthusiasts. Work on your project while sharing tips and tricks and getting advice from others.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

This is Really War: The Incredible True Story of a Navy Nurse POW in the Occupied Philippines

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In 1941, twelve U.S. Navy Nurses were taken prisoner by Japan. In the civilian concentration camps in the Philippines, under the direction of Nurse Laura Cobb, they provided tirele...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining: 69
Event Details:

In 1941, twelve U.S. Navy Nurses were taken prisoner by Japan. In the civilian concentration camps in the Philippines, under the direction of Nurse Laura Cobb, they provided tireless care to the inmates.

Additional Information

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Modern Times Film Series: The Bikeriders

Thursday, December 5, 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 Bikeriders. As the Vandals motorcycle club becomes more violent, a member mus...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Required
Seats Remaining: 46
Event Details:

The Modern Times Film series showcases new additions to the library's movie collection. This week: The Bikeriders. As the Vandals motorcycle club becomes more violent, a member must choose between his girlfriend and the club. 2023.

Additional Information

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, December 5, 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 "Teens" group.

Anonymous Teen Writers

Thursday, December 5, 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 "Adults" group.

Winter Watercolor Class

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Victoria Peleranos to make a gorgeous watercolor painting of your very own!

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join Victoria Peleranos to make a gorgeous watercolor painting of your very own!

Additional Information

Please sign up for only one session.

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, December 6, 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.

Craft Fair Reservation

All Day
Both 2nd Floor Rooms at Eisenhower Public Library District
Event Details:

Craft Fair

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Both 2nd Floor Rooms
Event Details:

Craft Fair

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, December 7, 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.

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.

Community Craft Fair

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Both 2nd Floor Rooms at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Just in time for the holidays, meet the talented crafters and artists in our community and find one-of-a-kind handmade candles, jewelry, home decor, paper goods, pottery, terrarium...

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Both 2nd Floor Rooms
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Just in time for the holidays, meet the talented crafters and artists in our community and find one-of-a-kind handmade candles, jewelry, home decor, paper goods, pottery, terrariums, and more.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Senior Movie & Pizza Lunch: Some Like it Hot

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Join other older movie fans for a screening of the classic comedy, Some Like it Hot. Enjoy a lunch of pizza, pop, cookies, and coffee. 1959. Unrated. 2h 1m. This event is sponsored...

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

Join other older movie fans for a screening of the classic comedy, Some Like it Hot. Enjoy a lunch of pizza, pop, cookies, and coffee. 1959. Unrated. 2h 1m. This event is sponsored by a grant from AgeOptions.

Additional Information