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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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group

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.

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

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.

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

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Pen and Paper Table Top Adventure

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids

Ages 7-12. Grab your pencils and dice! We are going on an adventure without even leaving the library! Each session will be a different bite size story in these Dungeons and Dragons adventures.

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

Ages 7-12. Grab your pencils and dice! We are going on an adventure without even leaving the library! Each session will be a different bite size story in these Dungeons and Dragons adventures.

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

Open Workshop

Sunday, January 25, 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.

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Senior Game Day

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Seniors

Calling all strategists and game enthusiasts! Battle boredom and have fun with other seniors at our game day. Challenge your competitive spirit!

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

Calling all strategists and game enthusiasts! Battle boredom and have fun with other seniors at our game day. Challenge your competitive spirit!

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.

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

Knit and Crochet Group

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Workshop at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Ages 13 & up. Join us for an afternoon of yarn projects and conversation. Bring your knitting needles or crochet hooks, and make progress on your current projects.

Open
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. Join us for an afternoon of yarn projects and conversation. Bring your knitting needles or crochet hooks, and make progress on your current projects.

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.

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

Open Workshop

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Pen and Ink Writers Group

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults

The Pen and Ink Writers Group gathers at the Library each month to read short stories, poems or essays, all inspired by a common theme. Build up your writing skills through practice, presentation and positive critique.

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Event Details:

The Pen and Ink Writers Group gathers at the Library each month to read short stories, poems or essays, all inspired by a common theme. Build up your writing skills through practice, presentation and positive critique.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Drop-In Toddler Time Storytime

Tuesday, January 27, 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Drop-In Family Storytime

Tuesday, January 27, 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.

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

Open Workshop

Tuesday, January 27, 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Bilingual Spanish Storytime

Tuesday, January 27, 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 bilingual Spanish 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 bilingual Spanish 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mystery Book Club: The Potting Shed Murder

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults

This month's book will be The Potting Shed Murder by Paula Sutton. A woman’s fresh start in a Norfolk village unravels when a murder in the potting shed forces her to uncover long-buried 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.

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

This month's book will be The Potting Shed Murder by Paula Sutton. A woman’s fresh start in a Norfolk village unravels when a murder in the potting shed forces her to uncover long-buried 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 November 3rd for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone opens November 10th.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Drop-In Family Storytime

Wednesday, January 28, 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.

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

Open Workshop

Wednesday, January 28, 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Homework Cafe

Wednesday, January 28, 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.

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

Crochet Along: Boho Cozy Wrap

Wednesday, January 28, 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 "Kids" group

Battle of the Books - Practice

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Kids

Battle of the Books challenges students in grades four through six to become familiar with literature in a Jeopardy-style competition. See your school's Battle Coach to sign up. Need help contacting your coach?

Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Discussion Group
Event Details:

Battle of the Books challenges students in grades four through six to become familiar with literature in a Jeopardy-style competition. See your school's Battle Coach to sign up. Need help contacting your coach?