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Monday Matinee Movie

While You Were Sleeping
2026-12-14 13:00:00 2026-12-14 15:00:00 America/Chicago Monday Matinee Movie Enjoy an afternoon movie in the Lee Maternowski Room. Popcorn will be served! Elk Grove Village Public Library - Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Monday, December 14
1:00pm - 3:00pm

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Elk Grove Village Public Library

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

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

A wealthy San Francisco socialite pursues a potential boyfriend to a small Northern California town that slowly takes a turn for the bizarre when birds of all kinds suddenly begin to attack people.

Cast: Rod Taylor, Tippi Hedren, Suzanne Pleshette, Jessica Tandy, Veronica Cartwright

Rated: PG-13
Runtime:   120 minutes

No registration required

 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Movie |

Elk Grove Village Public Library
Phone: 847-439-0447
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Kids Korner A/B
Heartwarming holiday stories and a sprinkle of winter wonder. We will enjoy cozy stories,... more
Heartwarming holiday stories and a sprinkle of winter wonder. We will enjoy cozy stories, flannel board fun, songs, games, crafts and a special snack as we celebrate the holiday season together.
Registration opens Friday, November 20 2026 at 9:00am
EGVPL Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Dec 01, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Regular Board Meeting
Word of the Week
Wed, Dec 02, All day
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary... more
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary word, look it up in the dictionary, write the definition, and answer a bonus question.
Gift-Wrapping Station
Wed, Dec 02, All day
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping... more
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
Cupcake Challenge
Wed, Dec 02, 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Grab a friend & create a team of two. Design uniquely themed cupcakes for a chance to win... more
Grab a friend & create a team of two. Design uniquely themed cupcakes for a chance to win prizes. Dress in clothing or accessories to show off your winter or holiday vibe. All supplies are provided. 
Mittens, Marshmallow and Magic Storytime
Wed, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
Heartwarming holiday stories and a sprinkle of winter wonder. We will enjoy cozy stories,... more
Heartwarming holiday stories and a sprinkle of winter wonder. We will enjoy cozy stories, flannel board fun, songs, games, crafts and a special snack as we celebrate the holiday season together.
Registration opens Friday, November 20 2026 at 9:00am
Home for the Holidays Concert
Wed, Dec 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Join solo vocalist Heather Braoudakis for a festive performance of holiday classics.
Word of the Week
Thu, Dec 03, All day
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary... more
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary word, look it up in the dictionary, write the definition, and answer a bonus question.
Gift-Wrapping Station
Thu, Dec 03, All day
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping... more
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
Between Two Comets: The Life of Mark Twain
Thu, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Having lived between two Halley’s Comets, Mark Twain will discuss his life, writings, and... more
Having lived between two Halley’s Comets, Mark Twain will discuss his life, writings, and struggle to be accepted by society and support his family with his work.
Word of the Week
Fri, Dec 04, All day
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary... more
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary word, look it up in the dictionary, write the definition, and answer a bonus question.
Gift-Wrapping Station
Fri, Dec 04, All day
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping... more
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
Minecraft Club (Session A)
Fri, Dec 04, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick either Friday (Session A), Saturday... more
Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick either Friday (Session A), Saturday (Session B), or Saturday (Session C) to attend in December.
Registration opens Friday, November 20 2026 at 9:00am
Word of the Week
Sat, Dec 05, All day
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary... more
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary word, look it up in the dictionary, write the definition, and answer a bonus question.
Gift-Wrapping Station
Sat, Dec 05, All day
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping... more
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
Fun Factory Saturday
Sat, Dec 05, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver.... more
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.
Winter Whimsy Family Photo
Sat, Dec 05, 10:00am - 11:30am
Kids Korner A/B
Gather your family and visit the library for a fun, seasonal photo! Upon arrival, you can choose... more
Gather your family and visit the library for a fun, seasonal photo! Upon arrival, you can choose from a variety of festive backgrounds, and your photos will be emailed to you after the session.
Minecraft Club (Session B)
Sat, Dec 05, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick either Friday (Session A), Saturday... more
Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick either Friday (Session A), Saturday (Session B), or Saturday (Session C) to attend in December.
Registration opens Friday, November 20 2026 at 9:00am
Winter Whimsy Family Photo
Sat, Dec 05, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Kids Korner A/B
Gather your family and visit the library for a fun, seasonal photo! Upon arrival, you can choose... more
Gather your family and visit the library for a fun, seasonal photo! Upon arrival, you can choose from a variety of festive backgrounds, and your photos will be emailed to you after the session.
Minecraft Club (SessionC )
Sat, Dec 05, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick either Friday (Session A), Saturday... more
Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick either Friday (Session A), Saturday (Session B), or Saturday (Session C) to attend in December.
Registration opens Friday, November 20 2026 at 9:00am
Word of the Week
Sun, Dec 06, All day
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary... more
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary word, look it up in the dictionary, write the definition, and answer a bonus question.
Gift-Wrapping Station
Sun, Dec 06, All day
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping... more
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
Storybook Cinema
Sun, Dec 06, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids Korner A
No registration required—just drop in and watch classic storybooks come to life on screen!... more
No registration required—just drop in and watch classic storybooks come to life on screen! Videos will loop continuously during program time.
Crochet Corner
Sun, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Drop in to the Sunday Crochet Corner where you can work on personal projects with your own... more
Drop in to the Sunday Crochet Corner where you can work on personal projects with your own supplies, or work with provided yarn and hooks.
Word of the Week
Mon, Dec 07, All day
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary... more
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary word, look it up in the dictionary, write the definition, and answer a bonus question.
Gift-Wrapping Station
Mon, Dec 07, All day
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping... more
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
Baby’s 1st Art
Mon, Dec 07, 9:30am - 11:00am
Kids Korner A/B
Stop by to make a keepsake winter ornament with your baby and stay for playtime, coffee, and... more
Stop by to make a keepsake winter ornament with your baby and stay for playtime, coffee, and community.
Session 2 - Holiday Gift Bags
Mon, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
After Session One, put your skills to use and make reusable fabric gift bags for holiday... more
After Session One, put your skills to use and make reusable fabric gift bags for holiday gift-giving. Instructors witll guide you through each step of the project.
Word of the Week
Tue, Dec 08, All day
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary... more
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary word, look it up in the dictionary, write the definition, and answer a bonus question.
Gift-Wrapping Station
Tue, Dec 08, All day
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping... more
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
Adult Book Discussion
Tue, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room C
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Uke Jam Holiday Tunes
Tue, Dec 08, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Kids Korner A/B
Hang out and learn a song on the ukulele. All experience levels are welcome! Ukuleles are... more
Hang out and learn a song on the ukulele. All experience levels are welcome! Ukuleles are provided by the library.
Registration opens Friday, November 20 2026 at 9:00am
Word of the Week
Wed, Dec 09, All day
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary... more
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary word, look it up in the dictionary, write the definition, and answer a bonus question.
Winter Wonderland Seek and Find
Wed, Dec 09, All day
Search for hidden items in our wintry display case.
Gift-Wrapping Station
Wed, Dec 09, All day
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping... more
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
Make and Take Craft: Holiday Wreath Ornament
Wed, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Make a wreath ornament by using colorful macramé cord and personalizing it with a name charm... more
Make a wreath ornament by using colorful macramé cord and personalizing it with a name charm for a handcrafted gift.
Registration opens Friday, November 20 2026 at 9:00am
Resume & Job Hunting Help
Wed, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
Get help completing job applications, writing resumes and cover letters, preparing for... more
Get help completing job applications, writing resumes and cover letters, preparing for interviews, and networking. Please sign-up for a 30-minute time slot. Walk-ins will be taken as time allows.
Make and Take Craft: Holiday Wreath Ornament
Wed, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Make a wreath ornament by using colorful macramé cord and personalizing it with a name charm... more
Make a wreath ornament by using colorful macramé cord and personalizing it with a name charm for a handcrafted gift.
Registration opens Friday, November 20 2026 at 9:00am
The Book Nook
Wed, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
Welcome to The Book Nook! This month, The Book Nook will be a bring your own book discussion.
Gingerbread Dreamhouse
Wed, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids Korner A/B
What would your Gingerbread Dreamhouse look like? Come build it with us! You'll cut, fold, and... more
What would your Gingerbread Dreamhouse look like? Come build it with us! You'll cut, fold, and glue a paper gingerbread house, and turn it into a three dimensional house.
Registration opens Friday, November 20 2026 at 9:00am
Word of the Week
Thu, Dec 10, All day
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary... more
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary word, look it up in the dictionary, write the definition, and answer a bonus question.
Winter Wonderland Seek and Find
Thu, Dec 10, All day
Search for hidden items in our wintry display case.
Gift-Wrapping Station
Thu, Dec 10, All day
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping... more
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
Moments to Remember
Thu, Dec 10, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Social gathering for women 55 years & older. Limited to 30
Registration opens Friday, November 20 2026 at 9:00am
Holiday Science Magic
Thu, Dec 10, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Kids Korner A/B
Mix up some holiday magic with fun, hands-on science experiments and festive surprises.
Registration opens Friday, November 20 2026 at 9:00am
Paste & Paint Poinsettias
Thu, Dec 10, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
We’ll look at bright and festive poinsettias for inspiration to create art with oil pastels... more
We’ll look at bright and festive poinsettias for inspiration to create art with oil pastels and watercolor. Then, take home your framed art to brighten the day!
Registration opens Friday, November 20 2026 at 9:00am
Money Smart for the Holidays
Thu, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Join us for this festive Money Smart workshop night.
Word of the Week
Fri, Dec 11, All day
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary... more
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary word, look it up in the dictionary, write the definition, and answer a bonus question.
Winter Wonderland Seek and Find
Fri, Dec 11, All day
Search for hidden items in our wintry display case.
Gift-Wrapping Station
Fri, Dec 11, All day
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping... more
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
Word of the Week
Sat, Dec 12, All day
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary... more
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary word, look it up in the dictionary, write the definition, and answer a bonus question.
Winter Wonderland Seek and Find
Sat, Dec 12, All day
Search for hidden items in our wintry display case.
Gift-Wrapping Station
Sat, Dec 12, All day
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping... more
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
Fun Factory Saturday
Sat, Dec 12, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver.... more
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.
Toy Swap
Sat, Dec 12, 11:00am - 4:30pm
Kids Korner A/B
We are accepting gently-used toys at the Youth Services Desk from 12/1 until 12/10 (no stuffed... more
We are accepting gently-used toys at the Youth Services Desk from 12/1 until 12/10 (no stuffed animals, please!). Then, on December 12th everyone is welcome to come "shop" our free toy selection.
Word of the Week
Sun, Dec 13, All day
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary... more
Become a dictionary detective with our new Word of the Week challenge! Discover a new vocabulary word, look it up in the dictionary, write the definition, and answer a bonus question.
Winter Wonderland Seek and Find
Sun, Dec 13, All day
Search for hidden items in our wintry display case.
Gift-Wrapping Station
Sun, Dec 13, All day
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping... more
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
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