Story to Stage

Sat, Feb 22, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.

Cancelled

Button Making

Sat, Feb 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Make personalized pins up to 2¼” wide by clipping old magazines, or drawing your own design, and our button maker.

Tiempo del cuento

Sat, Feb 22, 10:00am - 10:30am

Vengan a explorar un nuevo tema cada mes con libros y experiencias interactivas. Come explore a new theme each month through books and interactive experiences. All language abilities are welcome.

Mon, Feb 24, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.

Mon, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.

ESL Monday Afternoons

Mon, Feb 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

ESL Classes available for adults.

D&D Continuing Campaign

Mon, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Join in on a continuing D&D campaign! For participants that have completed a One-Shot session, or with facilitator consent.

Embroidery Fun

Mon, Feb 24, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

In this introductory class, we will learn about embroidery supplies and tools, work on fine motor skills, and create fun patterns and designs with different stitches.

This event is full

Tue, Feb 25, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for fun, simple science activities and much more! Each week will be a different theme and activity.

Tue, Feb 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Tue, Feb 25, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for fun, simple science activities and much more! Each week will be a different theme and activity.

Symphony Seekers: Peter and the Wolf

Tue, Feb 25, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Let's Investigate with STEM!This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!

This event is full

Tue, Feb 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Listen to a musical story and learn more about instrument families.

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Tue, Feb 25, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Wed, Feb 26, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.

Cancelled

ESL Wednesday Mornings

Wed, Feb 26, 10:00am - 11:30am

ESL Classes available for adults.

Coffee, Cake & Coloring

Wed, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Join us for adult coloring while enjoying a cup of coffee or tea, and coffee cake!

No-Spend February Challenge

Wed, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.

Kids on the Board

Wed, Feb 26, 3:15pm - 4:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join our board game group, Kids on the Board!

This event is full

Drop-In Button Making

Wed, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Maker Space

Make personalized pins up to 2¼’’ wide by picking from a design provided or drawing your own using our button maker.

Family Evening Storytime

Wed, Feb 26, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for stories, finger plays, songs, and a craft.

Wed, Feb 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Let's try this method for saving a stash of cash by avoiding or reducing spending on non-essential items for a specific period of time. Spend more intentionally, avoid impulse buys, reach your goals.

Cancelled

Thu, Feb 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Join us for a Polish-English story time that includes stories and rhymes. Recommended for ages 0 - 5.

Thursday Evening Tech Help

Thu, Feb 27, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Let's Investigate with STEM!This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!

This event is full

Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Are You Ready? Preparing for Disasters

Thu, Feb 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Librarian Nancy Broten-Munson will show you what to include in your emergency box, including a FINANCIAL first-aid kit.

Cancelled

Battle of the Books - February

Fri, Feb 28, 9:00am - 7:00pm

15 battles in Feb

Messy Play

Fri, Feb 28, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

Come to the library for hands-on experiences that may include some mess and will always include fun!

This event is full

Mock Monarch Book Club

Fri, Feb 28, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Read, snack, discuss, snack, and vote for your favorite book each month! We will work our way through the 2025 Monarch Award master list and choose our library winner in the spring.

Cancelled

Battle of the Books Final and Party

Fri, Feb 28, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

All Families

Storytelling with Chris Fascione

Sat, Mar 01, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.

Sat, Mar 01, 11:00am - 11:45am

Stop by the Youth Services Department for a high-spirited and laugh out loud performance. Chris brings out the kid in everyone with his storytelling, comedy, and juggling.

Dungeons & Dragons for Beginning Players

Sat, Mar 01, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Interested in the world of D&D? Join us for an afternoon where participants will learn about and take part in an exciting one-shot adventure!

Embroidery Circle

Sun, Mar 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Calling all needlework artists! Register to stop by for some embroidery fun in the Youth Services Department. Stitch along with other embroidery fans and get started on a new project.

Mon, Mar 03, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.

Canvas Kids: March Makers

Mon, Mar 03, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.

Mon, Mar 03, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a two-session art class where kids can create vibrant crafts inspired by the colors of spring and the changing season!

This event is full

Tue, Mar 04, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for fun, simple science activities and much more! Each week will be a different theme and activity.

Adult Book Discussion

Tue, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

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Tue, Mar 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Tue, Mar 04, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for fun, simple science activities and much more! Each week will be a different theme and activity.

EGVPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Tue, Mar 04, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Let's Investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!

This event is full

Uke Jam

Tue, Mar 04, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Hang out and learn a song on the ukulele. All experience levels are welcome! Ukuleles are provided by the library.

Rescheduled

Tue, Mar 04, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

New date Tuesday, March 11, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Board Meeting

Wed, Mar 05, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.

Wed, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.

Jr TAG

Wed, Mar 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

volunteering

Boardgame Oasis

Wed, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Join us to explore a variety of exciting board games, make new friends, sharpen strategic thinking, and have a blast!

Thu, Mar 06, 10:00am - 10:30am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a Polish-English story time that includes stories and rhymes. Recommended for ages 0 - 5.

Adult Book Discussion

Thu, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

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Making the Most of Social Security

Thu, Mar 06, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Let's Investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!

This event is full

iPhone 101

Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Level up your iPhone skills! This program dives into settings, shortcuts, and gestures that streamline your everyday experience. Learn to customize your iPhone for maximum efficiency and enjoyment!

Thu, Mar 06, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Stacy Bromann, from The Dala Group, will talk about how to maximize your lifetime Social Security benefits.

Gaming Group

Fri, Mar 07, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

This program will offer modded Minecraft and Roblox play for experienced gamers, and Feed the Beast to learn new skills and enhance your Minecraft play. Use of Roblox requires an existing account.

Sat, Mar 08, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.

Tiempo del cuento

Sat, Mar 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

Vengan a explorar un nuevo tema cada mes con libros y experiencias interactivas. Come explore a new theme each month through books and interactive experiences. All language abilities are welcome.

Mon, Mar 10, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.

Canvas Kids: March Makers

Mon, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.

D&D Continuing Campaign

Mon, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join in on a continuing D&D campaign! For participants that have completed a One-Shot session, and have been participating in our Continuing Campaign.

Mon, Mar 10, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Join us for a two-session art class where kids can create vibrant crafts inspired by the colors of spring and the changing season!

This event is full

Advanced Sewing - Harvest Apron

Mon, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Prepare for the garden season by sewing an apron for gathering your fruits and veggies. Advanced sewing level. Registrants must have taken Sewing Basics 101.

This event is full

Tue, Mar 11, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for fun, simple science activities and much more! Each week will be a different theme and activity.

Tue, Mar 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Tue, Mar 11, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for fun, simple science activities and much more! Each week will be a different theme and activity.

EGVPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Tue, Mar 11, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Let's Investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!

This event is full

Tue, Mar 11, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Board Meeting

Navigating the Housing Market for Homebuyers

Tue, Mar 11, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Join Ken Dillenkoffer from Wintrust Mortgage and Sarah Koroll from Fulton Grace Realty for an overview on how to navigate today's housing market.

Wed, Mar 12, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.

Make and Take Craft: Macrame Wall Hanging

Wed, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.

Wed, Mar 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Come and create a charming craft! Select a moon or star and make a macrame wall hanging that will add a captivating element to any room.

Resume Drop In

Wed, Mar 12, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Need a hand completing job applications, writing your resume and cover letters, preparing for an interview, or finding networking opportunities?

Cartooning with Mark Anderson

Wed, Mar 12, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Feeling lucky? Come on an adventure though the magical countryside. Perhaps we’ll encounter likable leprechauns, mystical merrows, gregarious grogochs, and the perilous pooka to name just a few!

Make and Take Craft: Macrame Wall Hanging

Wed, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Come and create a charming craft! Select a moon or star and make a macrame wall hanging that will add a captivating element to any room.

Photo on a Tote Bag (or t-shirt)

Wed, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Maker Space

Learn how to use our heat press to create a custom photo tote or tee. We'll provide the tote bags, or bring your own clean, white t-shirt.

Talk Like a Leprechaun Night

Wed, Mar 12, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

This Storytime will include a hunt for a pot of gold, a little bit of science magic, celebration of green themed crafts, and special leprechaun catcher and snack.

This event is full

Thu, Mar 13, 10:00am - 10:30am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a Polish-English story time that includes stories and rhymes. Recommended for ages 0 - 5.

Moments to Remember

Thu, Mar 13, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Social gathering for women 55 years & older. Limited to 30

Thursday Evening Tech Help

Thu, Mar 13, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Let's Investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!

This event is full

Thu, Mar 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Art Around the World

Thu, Mar 13, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Travel the world without leaving the library! Each class will focus on a different country by learning about some artists and making an art project to take home.

March Minecraft Club (Session A)

Fri, Mar 14, 9:30am - 6:30pm

Follow the rainbow through the Youth Services Department and solve the riddle along the way. When you are finished, stop by the Youth Services Desk for a prize from the “Pot of Gold”.

Messy Play

Fri, Mar 14, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

Come to the library for hands-on experiences that may include some mess and will always include fun!

LEGO Club (session 1)

Fri, Mar 14, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Design, create, build, and have fun... with Legos! Registration is required and limited to EGVPL cardholders.

This event is full

Fri, Mar 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick only Friday (Session A), Saturday (Session B) or Saturday (Session C) to attend in March.

This event is full

Sat, Mar 15, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.

March Minecraft Club (Session B)

Sat, Mar 15, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Follow the rainbow through the Youth Services Department and solve the riddle along the way. When you are finished, stop by the Youth Services Desk for a prize from the “Pot of Gold”.

Sat, Mar 15, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick only Friday (Session A), Saturday (Session B) or Saturday, (Session C) to attend in March.

This event is full

March Minecraft Club (Session C)

Sat, Mar 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick only Friday (Session A), Saturday (Session B) or Saturday, (Session C) to attend in March.

Sun, Mar 16, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Follow the rainbow through the Youth Services Department and solve the riddle along the way. When you are finished, stop by the Youth Services Desk for a prize from the “Pot of Gold”.

Mon, Mar 17, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.

Mon, Mar 17, 9:30am - 9:30pm

Follow the rainbow through the Youth Services Department and solve the riddle along the way. When you are finished, stop by the Youth Services Desk for a prize from the “Pot of Gold”.

Mon, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.

Monday Matinee Movie

Mon, Mar 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Enjoy an afternoon movie in the Lee Maternowski Room. Popcorn will be served!

Graphic Novel Book Club

Mon, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Kids Korner A/B

Discuss books, movies, and everything in between!

Tue, Mar 18, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for fun, simple science activities and much more! Each week will be a different theme and activity.

Supported Chair Yoga

Tue, Mar 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Join certified group exercise fitness expert, Susan Heaton for this class.

Tue, Mar 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Tue, Mar 18, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for fun, simple science activities and much more! Each week will be a different theme and activity.

Symphony Seekers: The Carnival of the Animals

Tue, Mar 18, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Let's Investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!

This event is full

Tue, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Hear how animal movements can be depicted with music and then move along with different musical challenges.

Wed, Mar 19, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.

Art Class - Ceramic Painting with Color Me Mine

Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.

Book Bites

Wed, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Get a taste of appetizing books with this book club. Pizza, snacks and drinks provided. Find copies of the book at the Youth Services Desk.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Paint your very own ceramic bowl with Color Me Mine. Finished bowls will be available to pick up at the library. A $15 no-show fee for materials is applicable.

This event is full

LEGO Club (session 2)

Wed, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Design, create, build, and have fun... with Legos! Registration is required and limited to EGVPL cardholders.

Thu, Mar 20, 10:00am - 10:30am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a Polish-English story time that includes stories and rhymes. Recommended for ages 0 - 5.

10 Steps to a Smarter Tax Return

Thu, Mar 20, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Let's Investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!

This event is full

Android 101

Thu, Mar 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Unlock your Android’s full potential. Learn how to navigate settings, master gestures, and troubleshoot common issues. Make your Android work the way you want it to!

This event is full

Thu, Mar 20, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Instead of just “doing” your taxes, take steps to manage your tax bill now and in the future.

Messy Play

Fri, Mar 21, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

Come to the library for hands-on experiences that may include some mess and will always include fun!

Mock Monarch Award Celebration

Fri, Mar 21, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Vote for our EGVPL Monarch winner and come celebrate!

Gaming Group

Fri, Mar 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

This program will offer modded Minecraft and Roblox play for experienced gamers, and Feed the Beast to learn new skills and enhance your Minecraft play. Use of Roblox requires an existing account.