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Plant a Seed Film Series: Edward Scissorhands

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Summer Reading, Movie
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Our Summer Reading theme this year is Plant a Seed, Read! So we're presenting a series of films about gardens and gardeners. This week: Edward Scissorhands.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Summer Reading, Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our Summer Reading theme this year is Plant a Seed, Read! So we're presenting a series of films about gardens and gardeners. This week: Edward Scissorhands.

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts May 4th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone opens May 11th.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Anonymous Young Adult Writers

Thursday, July 2, 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Cool Kids Comic Club

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Discussion Group
Age Group:
Kids

Calling all graphic novel fans in grades 3-6! Want to eat snacks and talk graphic novels with your fellow comic enthusiasts?

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all graphic novel fans in grades 3-6! Want to eat snacks and talk graphic novels with your fellow comic enthusiasts?

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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Garden Club

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Summer Reading, Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us to talk about everything gardens, from bulbs, bushes, berries, and begonias.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Summer Reading, Discussion Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to talk about everything gardens, from bulbs, bushes, berries, and begonias.

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts May 4th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone opens May 11th.

This event is part of our Summer Reading Program, Plant a Seed, Read, a chance for readers of all ages to win prizes, discover new stories, and grow a lifelong love of reading... one book at a time. 

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

Mobile Device Help

Friday, July 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room One at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Study Room One
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class
Registration Required
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

In-person and phone registration starts May 4th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone opens May 11th.

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

Mobile Device Help

Friday, July 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Study Room One at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Study Room One
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class
Registration Required
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

In-person and phone registration starts May 4th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone opens May 11th.

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

Mobile Device Help

Friday, July 3, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Study Room One at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Study Room One
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class
Registration Required
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

In-person and phone registration starts May 4th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone opens May 11th.

Closed for Independence Day

All Day
Eisenhower Public Library District, Off Site

We will be closed today in celebration of Independence Day.

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

We will be closed today in celebration of Independence Day.

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

Speed Puzzling Competition: Pairs

Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Ages 16 & up. Speed puzzling is sweeping the nation! In this competition, teams of two puzzlers are all given the same 500 piece puzzle and compete to see who can assemble it in the shortest time possible. Whoever finishes first wins!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 16 & up. Speed puzzling is sweeping the nation! In this competition, teams of two puzzlers are all given the same 500 piece puzzle and compete to see who can assemble it in the shortest time possible. Whoever finishes first wins!

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts May 4th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone opens May 11th.

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

Loom Knitting

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Beginners will learn how to create a placemat using a long knitting loom. Learn how to cast on, knit stitches, cast off, and finish with a secure bind-off. Yarn is provided.

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

Beginners will learn how to create a placemat using a long knitting loom. Learn how to cast on, knit stitches, cast off, and finish with a secure bind-off. Yarn is provided.

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts May 4th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone opens May 11th.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Book Discussion: Culpability

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults

This month's Adult Book Discussion book will be Culpability by Bruce Holsinger.

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.

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

This month's Adult Book Discussion book will be Culpability by Bruce Holsinger.

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

In-person and phone registration starts May 4th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone opens May 11th.

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

Make Nested Boxes with the Glowforge

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Learn how to use the Workshop's Glowforge laser cutter to create a hinged box with smaller nesting boxes inside. Assemble a pre-cut hinged box to take home. All materials provided.

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

Learn how to use the Workshop's Glowforge laser cutter to create a hinged box with smaller nesting boxes inside. Assemble a pre-cut hinged box to take home. All materials provided.

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts May 4th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone opens May 11th.

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

Collective Paint Jam

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Eight artists will work together to create a colorful community masterpiece! Each participant will paint four unique squares that will be combined into one large artwork.

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

Eight artists will work together to create a colorful community masterpiece! Each participant will paint four unique squares that will be combined into one large artwork.

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts May 4th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone opens May 11th.

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

Goblin Trinkets and Treasures

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Ages 13 and up.

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

Ages 13 and up.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Zoom Book Discussion: Culpability

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults

This month's Adult Book Discussion book will be Culpability by Bruce Holsinger. After their autonomous minivan is involved in a fatal crash, a family is forced to confront ethical questions about responsibility, technology, and secrets.

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.

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

This month's Adult Book Discussion book will be Culpability by Bruce Holsinger. After their autonomous minivan is involved in a fatal crash, a family is forced to confront ethical questions about responsibility, technology, and secrets.

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

In-person and phone registration starts May 4th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone opens May 11th.

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

Crochet Along: Crochet a Prada-Inspired Tote

Wednesday, July 8, 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.

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

Sewing Machine Basics

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Ages 13 & up. Learn the basics of operating a sewing machine: threading a needle, winding the bobbin, and selecting different stitches. Time will be available to practice on the machine.

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

Ages 13 & up. Learn the basics of operating a sewing machine: threading a needle, winding the bobbin, and selecting different stitches. Time will be available to practice on the machine.

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts May 4th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone opens May 11th.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Lego Night

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids

Ages 8-12. Join us as we engineer Lego creations and put them to the test!

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

Ages 8-12. Join us as we engineer Lego creations and put them to the test!

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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Basic Computer Literacy Series

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Lab at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Learn computer skills from the ground up. In this three part course, learn how to use the mouse, keyboard, and the internet.

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

Learn computer skills from the ground up. In this three part course, learn how to use the mouse, keyboard, and the internet.

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts May 4th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone opens May 11th.

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

Goblin Trinkets and Treasures

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Ages 13 and up.

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

Ages 13 and up.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Anonymous Young Adult Writers

Thursday, July 9, 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Pokémon Club

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids

Ages 5-12. 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!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 5-12. 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Goblin Trinkets and Treasures

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Ages 13 and up.

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

Ages 13 and up.

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

Goblin Market

Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Outside at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Come let wild at the Goblins Market! Trade for trinkets and treasures, make merry with musical instruments, and create a fairy door to bring home.

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Outside
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Come let wild at the Goblins Market! Trade for trinkets and treasures, make merry with musical instruments, and create a fairy door to bring home.