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Senior Game Day

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Calling all seasoned strategists and game enthusiasts! Battle boredom and have fun making friends at our open game day for seniors. We'll have dozens of board and card games to cha...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Calling all seasoned strategists and game enthusiasts! Battle boredom and have fun making friends at our open game day for seniors. We'll have dozens of board and card games to challenge your competitive spirit!

A colorful board game to represent library gaming events.

Chess Club

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join our bi-weekly chess club for a few games in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for high school aged players and older. No experience required. All materials supplied. 

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

Join our bi-weekly chess club for a few games in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for high school aged players and older. No experience required. All materials supplied. 

Additional Information

A colorful board game to represent library gaming events.

Board Game Night

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Adults & teens ages 13 & up.Game night! Drop in to play some tabletop board games from the Library's growing collection at the Library or bring your own favorite games to s...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Adults & teens ages 13 & up.

Pile of Lego Bricks

Lego Day

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Ages 4-7. Registration Required.Using the Library’s Lego collection, let’s have fun building a display for the Kids World display.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Ages 4-7. Registration Required.

Using the Library’s Lego collection, let’s have fun building a display for the Kids World display.

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.

Chess Club

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join our bi-weekly chess club for a few games in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for high school aged players and older. No experience required.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join our bi-weekly chess club for a few games in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for high school aged players and older. No experience required.

Asher and Pikachu from Pokemon series

Pokemon Day

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Registration Required. Ages 7-12. Are you a fan of Pokemon? Meet other trainers and show off your favorite Pokemon! Each session will have new activities themed around everyon...

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

Registration Required. Ages 7-12. 

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

A chess board with the words "Chess Club" written on it.

Chess Club

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join our bi-weekly chess club for a few games in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for high school aged players and older. No experience required.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join our bi-weekly chess club for a few games in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for high school aged players and older. No experience required.

This game utilizes AhaSlides on devices such as laptops and smart phones

The Survey Said...Kids Game Show

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Kids ages 8 to 12. Registration Required. In game show style, teams seek to match our survey results to earn points. Players are invited to use their own device to answer surv...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 52
Event Details:

Kids ages 8 to 12. Registration Required. 

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.

Tea-Rex T-party

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Food Program, Games
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Ages 12 & Under (under 7 with an adult) Children and their families are cordially invited to have tea with a T-Rex. We'll serve tea and snacks while you meet our inflatabl...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Food Program, Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Ages 12 & Under (under 7 with an adult) 

Children and their families are cordially invited to have tea with a T-Rex. We'll serve tea and snacks while you meet our inflatable human T-Rex.

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.

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.

A colorful board game to represent library gaming events.

Senior Game Day

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Calling all seasoned strategists and game enthusiasts! Battle boredom and have fun making friends at our open game day for seniors. We'll have dozens of board and card games to cha...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Calling all seasoned strategists and game enthusiasts! Battle boredom and have fun making friends at our open game day for seniors. We'll have dozens of board and card games to challenge your competitive spirit!

A colorful board game to represent library gaming events.

Board Game Night

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Adults & teens ages 13 & up.Game night! Drop in to play some tabletop board games from the Library's growing collection at the Library or bring your own favorite games to s...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Adults & teens ages 13 & up.

A chess board with the words "Chess Club" written on it.

Chess Club

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join our bi-weekly chess club for a few games in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for high school aged players and older. No experience required. All materials supplied. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join our bi-weekly chess club for a few games in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for high school aged players and older. No experience required. All materials supplied. 

Labor Day

All Day 9/1 - 9/2
Eisenhower Public Library District, Off Site

We will be closed Sunday and Monday in honor of Labor Day.

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

We will be closed Sunday and Monday in honor of Labor Day.

Asher and Pikachu from Pokemon series

Pokemon Day

Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Registration Required. Ages 7-12. Are you a fan of Pokemon? Meet other trainers and show off your favorite Pokemon! Each session will have new activities themed around everyon...

Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Registration Required. Ages 7-12. Are you a fan of Pokemon? Meet other trainers and show off your favorite Pokemon! 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.

Chess Club

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join our bi-weekly chess club for a few games in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for high school aged players and older. No experience required.

Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join our bi-weekly chess club for a few games in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for high school aged players and older. No experience required.

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts August 5th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone starts August 12th.

 

Senior Game Day

Monday, September 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Calling all seasoned strategists and game enthusiasts! Battle boredom and have fun making friends at our open game day for seniors. We'll have dozens of board and card games to cha...

Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Calling all seasoned strategists and game enthusiasts! Battle boredom and have fun making friends at our open game day for seniors. We'll have dozens of board and card games to challenge your competitive spirit!

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts August 5th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone starts August 12th.

 

Chess Club

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join our bi-weekly chess club for a few games in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for high school aged players and older. No experience required.

Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join our bi-weekly chess club for a few games in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for high school aged players and older. No experience required.

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts August 5th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone starts August 12th.

 

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

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
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...

Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: 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.

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts August 5th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone starts August 12th.

 

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

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

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts August 5th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone starts August 12th.

 

Chess Club

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Conference Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join our bi-weekly chess club for a few games in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for high school aged players and older. No experience required.

Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join our bi-weekly chess club for a few games in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for high school aged players and older. No experience required.

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts August 5th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone starts August 12th.

 

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

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
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: 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.

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts August 5th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone starts August 12th.

 

Senior Game Day

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Eisenhower Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Calling all seasoned strategists and game enthusiasts! Battle boredom and have fun making friends at our open game day for seniors. We'll have dozens of board and card games to cha...

Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Calling all seasoned strategists and game enthusiasts! Battle boredom and have fun making friends at our open game day for seniors. We'll have dozens of board and card games to challenge your competitive spirit!

Additional Information

In-person and phone registration starts August 5th for Norridge and Harwood Heights residents with valid library cards. Online registration for everyone starts August 12th.

 

Asher and Pikachu from Pokemon series

Pokemon Day

Thursday, October 10, 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. Are you a fan of Pokemon? Meet other trainers and show off your favorite Pokemon! Each session will have new activities themed around everyone’s favorite pocket monsters...

Required
Library Branch: Eisenhower Public Library District
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Ages 7-12. Are you a fan of Pokemon? Meet other trainers and show off your favorite Pokemon! 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.