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Campfire Tales: River of Teeth

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Escape the ordinary with monthly discussions of science fiction, fantasy, and horror novellas. This month's book is River of Teeth by Sarah Gailey.

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

Escape the ordinary with monthly discussions of science fiction, fantasy, and horror novellas. This month's book is River of Teeth by Sarah Gailey.

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

1930 Film Fest: Animal Crackers

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

In the U.S., copyright on movies, books, and other works expires 95 years after release, meaning movies from 1930 can be freely used, shared, and remixed starting in 2026. So we're screening some of the best movies from that year.

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

In the U.S., copyright on movies, books, and other works expires 95 years after release, meaning movies from 1930 can be freely used, shared, and remixed starting in 2026. So we're screening some of the best movies from that year.

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

Thursday, January 29, 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 29, 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

Ukrainian Storytime

Thursday, January 29, 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 Ukrainian 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 Ukrainian 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 "Kids" group

Drop-In Baby Storytime

Friday, January 30, 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 30, 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Mobile Device Help

Friday, January 30, 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.

Waitlist
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 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

Mobile Device Help

Friday, January 30, 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.

Waitlist
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 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

Mobile Device Help

Friday, January 30, 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.

Waitlist
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 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

Saturday, January 31, 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

Lego Day

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids

Using the Library's Lego brick collections, let's have fun building a display for the Kids World department.

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

Using the Library's Lego brick collections, let's have fun building a display for the Kids World department.

Additional Information

If your child is under age 7, please plan to be present at this event. Drop offs of children under 7 will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Color by Number: Poster Art

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
No Location at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Ages 12 & under. 

Color pixel by pixel to create the hidden art poster in 30 days. Drop in to pick up a kit at the Kids desk starting February 1st. While supplies last.

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

Ages 12 & under. 

Color pixel by pixel to create the hidden art poster in 30 days. Drop in to pick up a kit at the Kids desk starting February 1st. While supplies last.

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

Open Workshop

Sunday, February 1, 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, February 2, 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 "Kids" group

Reading With The Dogs

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:15pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Age Group:
Kids

Who let the dogs out?! Book an appointment to read to a dog from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy! This event is a great opportunity for young readers to practice their reading skills in a judgement free environment. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Registration Required
Event Details:

Who let the dogs out?! Book an appointment to read to a dog from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy! This event is a great opportunity for young readers to practice their reading skills in a judgement free environment. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Reading With The Dogs

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:15pm - 6:30pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Age Group:
Kids

Who let the dogs out?! Book an appointment to read to a dog from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy! This event is a great opportunity for young readers to practice their reading skills in a judgement free environment. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Registration Required
Event Details:

Who let the dogs out?! Book an appointment to read to a dog from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy! This event is a great opportunity for young readers to practice their reading skills in a judgement free environment. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Reading With The Dogs

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:30pm - 6:45pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Age Group:
Kids

Who let the dogs out?! Book an appointment to read to a dog from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy! This event is a great opportunity for young readers to practice their reading skills in a judgement free environment. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Registration Required
Event Details:

Who let the dogs out?! Book an appointment to read to a dog from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy! This event is a great opportunity for young readers to practice their reading skills in a judgement free environment. 

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

Open Workshop

Monday, February 2, 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 "Kids" group

Reading With The Dogs

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:45pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Age Group:
Kids

Who let the dogs out?! Book an appointment to read to a dog from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy! This event is a great opportunity for young readers to practice their reading skills in a judgement free environment. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Registration Required
Event Details:

Who let the dogs out?! Book an appointment to read to a dog from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy! This event is a great opportunity for young readers to practice their reading skills in a judgement free environment. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Drop-In Toddler Time Storytime

Tuesday, February 3, 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, February 3, 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, February 3, 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 "Adults" group

Adult Book Discussion: When the Apricots Bloom

Tuesday, February 3, 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 When the Apricots  Bloom by Gina Wilkinson.  In Saddam-era Baghdad, three women form a fragile friendship while navigating love, loyalty, and survival under the regime’s constant watch.

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 When the Apricots  Bloom by Gina Wilkinson.  In Saddam-era Baghdad, three women form a fragile friendship while navigating love, loyalty, and survival under the regime’s constant watch.

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.