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Your Vote Counts!

Children of All Ages (through Grade 8)
2022-11-08 00:00:00 2022-11-08 23:59:00 America/Chicago Your Vote Counts! Stop by to cast your vote in a variety of fun races. Make sure to get an "I voted" sticker when you are done! Elk Grove Village Public Library -

Tuesday, November 08
All day

Add to Calendar 2022-11-08 00:00:00 2022-11-08 23:59:00 America/Chicago Your Vote Counts! Stop by to cast your vote in a variety of fun races. Make sure to get an "I voted" sticker when you are done! Elk Grove Village Public Library -

Stop by to cast your vote in a variety of fun races. Make sure to get an "I voted" sticker when you are done!

Visit the Youth Services department and exercise your right to vote (for some fun races)! Results will be posted on our facebook page and in the Youth Services department.

AGE GROUP: | Middle School | Elementary |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event |

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Elk Grove Village Public Library
Phone: 847-439-0447
Hours
Mon, Nov 18 9:00AM to 10:00PM
Tue, Nov 19 9:00AM to 10:00PM
Wed, Nov 20 9:00AM to 10:00PM
Thu, Nov 21 9:00AM to 10:00PM
Fri, Nov 22 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Sat, Nov 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 24 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming events

Be a Storybook Sleuth
Sun, Nov 24, All day
Can you solve our Storybook scavenger hunt? Join us and challenge your illustration ID skills when you take part in one or all three of our weekly scavenger hunts this month in Youth Services.
Guess That Quote
Sun, Nov 24, All day
Test your picture book knowledge! Guess the Quote and win a prize!
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Sun, Nov 24, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Be a Storybook Sleuth
Mon, Nov 25, All day
Can you solve our Storybook scavenger hunt? Join us and challenge your illustration ID skills when you take part in one or all three of our weekly scavenger hunts this month in Youth Services.
Guess That Quote
Mon, Nov 25, All day
Test your picture book knowledge! Guess the Quote and win a prize!
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Mon, Nov 25, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Mon, Nov 25, 9:00am - 10:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Macaroni Soup with Miss Carole!
Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Get up and get moving during the sing along, dance along, do-along family concert! Get your wiggles out and have fun with active music for kids.
Cancelled
ESL Monday Afternoons
Mon, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
ESL Classes available for adults.
The Natural Naturalist
Mon, Nov 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Learn about animals around the world when Kim White, The Natural Naturalist, visits the EGVPL with her animal ambassadors.
Fall Craft
Mon, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids Korner A/B
Crafter Krystyna Jaroc will help kids create a fall craft to celebrate the Thanksgiving season.
This event is full
Guess That Quote
Tue, Nov 26, All day
Test your picture book knowledge! Guess the Quote and win a prize!
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Tue, Nov 26, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Tue, Nov 26, 9:00am - 10:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Tuesday Tech Help
Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!
Kids on the Board
Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 11:45am
Kids Korner A/B
Join our board game group, Kids on the Board!
D&D One-Shot
Tue, Nov 26, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids Korner A/B
Join us to take part in an exciting one-shot adventure. These sessions will be for players that have some experience and are comfortable creating their own characters.
This event is full
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Wed, Nov 27, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Wed, Nov 27, 9:00am - 10:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Thu, Nov 28, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Fri, Nov 29, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Fri, Nov 29, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Pajamas & Picture Book Movies
Fri, Nov 29, 10:00am - 10:45am
Kids Korner A/B
Relax after Thanksgiving and join us for a storytime, watch picture book movies with a morning snack, and make a craft! Please register each child in your family that will be attending.
This event is full
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Sat, Nov 30, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Sat, Nov 30, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Fun Factory Saturday
Sat, Nov 30, 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.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Sun, Dec 01, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Sun, Dec 01, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Mon, Dec 02, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Mon, Dec 02, 9:00am - 10:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
D&D Continuing Campaign
Mon, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Kids Korner A/B
Join in on a continuing D&D campaign! For participants that have completed a One-Shot session, or with facilitator consent.
Holiday Gift Bags
Mon, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
No more wrapping paper! Make simple fabric gift bags for your holiday gift giving.
This event is full
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Tue, Dec 03, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Tue, Dec 03, 9:00am - 10:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Sugar Plum Stories
Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 10:45am
Kids Korner A/B
This storytime will be a magical holiday themed experience with sweetness and imagination. We will decorate fairy crowns, wands, ornaments, and decorate sugar plum cookies.
Adult Book Discussion
Tue, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
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Tuesday Tech Help
Tue, Dec 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!
Home for the Holidays: A Joyful Workshop for Caregivers
Tue, Dec 03, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
Registration opens November 22nd, 2024 at 9:00 A.M.
Holiday Cookie Decorating
Tue, Dec 03, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B
Join us for a festive program, where you will decorate delicious cookies and create a custom cookie box to showcase your treats.
This event is full
Home for the Holidays: A Joyful Workshop for Caregivers
Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
Registration opens November 22nd, 2024 at 9:00 A.M.
EGVPL Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Board Meeting
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Wed, Dec 04, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Wed, Dec 04, 9:00am - 10:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Cup Cake Challenge
Wed, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
-Teams of two will compete in cup cake decorating to win prizes. -All materials are supplied. -Wear your holiday flair! -Register at YS Reference Desk.
Gift Wrapping Station
Wed, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
Sugar Plum Stories
Wed, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
This storytime will be a magical holiday themed experience with sweetness and imagination. We will decorate fairy crowns, wands, ornaments, and decorate sugar plum cookies.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Thu, Dec 05, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Thu, Dec 05, 9:00am - 10:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Adult Book Discussion
Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
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Sugar Plum Stories
Thu, Dec 05, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
This storytime will be a magical holiday themed experience with sweetness and imagination. We will decorate fairy crowns, wands, ornaments, and decorate sugar plum cookies.
Holiday Cookie Decorating
Thu, Dec 05, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Kids Korner A/B
Join us for a festive program, where you will decorate delicious cookies and create a custom cookie box to showcase your treats.
This event is full
Avoiding Tech Scams
Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
Learn how to identify and avoid common tech scams.
Bill the Baker
Thu, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Bill the Baker will teach you how to assemble the classic Italian dessert, Tiramisu.
This event is full
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Fri, Dec 06, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Fri, Dec 06, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Mock Monarch Book Club
Fri, Dec 06, 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.
December Minecraft Club (Session A)
Fri, Dec 06, 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 December.
This event is full
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Sat, Dec 07, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Sat, Dec 07, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Gift Wrapping Station
Sat, Dec 07, 9:00am - 4:00pm
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 07, 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
3D Printed Cookie Cutter
Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Design a 3D printable cookie cutter using Inkscape, OpenSCAD, and PrusaSlicer.
Winter Whimsy Family Photo
Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Gather your family and visit the library for a fun, seasonal photo!
December Minecraft Club (Session B)
Sat, Dec 07, 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 December.
Winter Whimsy Family Photo
Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Gather your family and visit the library for a fun, seasonal photo!
December Minecraft Club (Session C)
Sat, Dec 07, 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 December.
This event is full
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Sun, Dec 08, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Sun, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Gift Wrapping Station
Sun, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Mon, Dec 09, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Mon, Dec 09, 9:00am - 10:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Wintry Embroidery Fun
Mon, Dec 09, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Kids Korner A/B
Embroidery can be sew much fun! In this introductory class, we will learn about embroidery supplies and tools, work on fine motor skills, and create a fun seasonal design.
This event is full
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Tue, Dec 10, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Toy Swap Drop-Off Open
Tue, Dec 10, 9:00am - 10:00pm
Do you have toys looking for a new home? Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Please drop off toys that are in good condition (no stuffed animals please!) at the Youth Services Desk.
Candy Cane Lane Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 10:00pm
Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.
Tuesday Tech Help
Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!
Holiday Uke Jam
Tue, Dec 10, 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.
This event is full
Money Smart Holidays Get-Together
Tue, Dec 10, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Join us for this festive Money Smart activity night.
Candy Cane Lane Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Dec 11, All day
Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Wed, Dec 11, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Rescheduled
Resume Help Drop-In
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New date Wednesday, December 11, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Need a hand completing job applications, writing your resume and cover letters, preparing for an interview, or finding networking opportunities?
Make and Take Craft: Holiday Wreath
Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Enjoy wrapping a foam ring with fleece and adding embellishments to create a fluffy holiday wreath.
Resume Help Drop-In
Wed, Dec 11, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Group Study Room C
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, Dec 11, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
It’s well known that reindeer enjoy playing wintery games, and we’ll be drawing them all! Snowball soccer, tundra tennis, blizzard basketball and maybe even icicle skating!
This event is full
Art Class - Painted Barn Quilts
Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Learn to create barn quilt inspired artwork by tracing a design onto a canvas and bring it to life with vibrant colors.
Gift Wrapping Station
Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
LEGO Workshop
Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Kids Korner A/B
Attention builders: Join us to make seasonal builds that we will put on display in the Youth Services Department in December!
This event is full
Candy Cane Lane Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Dec 12, All day
Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Thu, Dec 12, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Moments to Remember
Thu, Dec 12, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Social gathering for women 55 years & older. Limited to 30
Thursday Evening Tech Help
Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!
Cancelled
Knitting & Crochet Circle
Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for a casual get-together, where crafters can spend some time together, chatting and working on their knitting or crocheting.
Winter Whimsy Family Photo
Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Gather your family and visit the library for a fun, seasonal photo!
Candy Cane Lane Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Dec 13, All day
Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Fri, Dec 13, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
LEGO Workshop
Fri, Dec 13, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Kids Korner A/B
Attention builders: Join us to make seasonal builds that we will put on display in the Youth Services Department in December!
This event is full
Gaming Group
Fri, Dec 13, 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.
Candy Cane Lane Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Dec 14, All day
Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Sat, Dec 14, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Fun Factory Saturday
Sat, Dec 14, 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
Gift Board for Santa
Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Santa works hard every Christmas Eve, so doesn’t he deserve a little something? Make a simple cutting board (which we’ll provide) & turn it into something kids can leave out for him on his big night!
Toy Swap
Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 4:30pm
Kids Korner A/B
Are you trying to make the holidays more sustainable? Come "shop" for free, gently used toys that are looking for a new home.
Candy Cane Lane Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Candy Cane Lane Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Dec 16, All day
Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Mon, Dec 16, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Monday Matinee Movie
Mon, Dec 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Enjoy an afternoon movie in the Lee Maternowski Room. Popcorn will be served!
D&D Continuing Campaign
Mon, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Group Study Room C
Join in on a continuing D&D campaign! For participants that have completed a One-Shot session, or with facilitator consent.
Wintry Embroidery Fun
Mon, Dec 16, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Kids Korner A/B
Embroidery can be sew much fun! In this introductory class, we will learn about embroidery supplies and tools, work on fine motor skills, and create a fun seasonal design.
This event is full
Test Fest
Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Hey students! Are you cramming for that final exam? Finishing up a big project? We have plenty of space – and pizza! – for you here. You’ve got this, and we’ve got your back!
Candy Cane Lane Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Dec 17, All day
Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Tue, Dec 17, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Candy Cottages
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
Kids Korner A/B
We will have a storytime, enjoy a gingerbread snack and use some candy creativity for this program.
Tuesday Tech Help
Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!
Candy Cottages
Tue, Dec 17, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
We will have a storytime, enjoy a gingerbread snack and use some candy creativity for this program.
Test Fest
Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
Hey students! Are you cramming for that final exam? Finishing up a big project? We have plenty of space – and pizza! – for you here. You’ve got this, and we’ve got your back!
Candy Cane Lane Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Dec 18, All day
Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Wed, Dec 18, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Art Class - Painted Barn Quilts
Wed, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Learn to create barn quilt inspired artwork by tracing a design onto a canvas and bring it to life with vibrant colors.
Learn, and go craft! Luminarias
Wed, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 4:45pm
Meet up at the YA area for an introduction and quick instruction on how to make a fun craft. Then, take home your supplies to make your own creation. Sign up for a new craft each month!
Make and Take Crafts: Holiday Wreath
Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C
Enjoy wrapping a foam ring with fleece and adding embellishments to create a fluffy holiday wreath.
Test Fest
Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Darlene Greaves Conference Room
Hey students! Are you cramming for that final exam? Finishing up a big project? We have plenty of space – and pizza! – for you here. You’ve got this, and we’ve got your back!
Gift Wrapping Station
Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Calling all Santa’s Helpers! Need a secret spot to wrap a special gift? Visit our Wrapping Station in Adult Services!
Candy Cottages
Wed, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Kids Korner A/B
We will have a storytime, enjoy a gingerbread snack and use some candy creativity for this program.
This event is full
Candy Cane Lane Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Dec 19, All day
Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Thu, Dec 19, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Cancelled
Laser Engraved Night Light
Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Design a night light using Inkscape, engrave it on acrylic using our laser engraver, and light it up in a variety of colors with an LED base.
Sweet Showdown
Thu, Dec 19, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Kids Korner A/B
Join us for a candy cottage Pop-Tarchitecture challenge! We'll work together using Pop-Tarts and other sugary construction materials to design and build a sweet retreat fit for a gingerbread friend.
This event is full
Podcasting 101
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
A/V Recording Studio
Learn the basics of podcasting!
Cancelled
Laser-cut Table Numbers
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Learn how to design table numbers, cut one from cardboard using the laser engraver, then fold, glue, and paint it for a decoration that will make your wedding, family reunion, or other party unique.
Art Around the World
Thu, Dec 19, 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.
Candy Cane Lane Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Dec 20, All day
Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Fri, Dec 20, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Poinsettia Painting
Fri, Dec 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids Korner A/B
Print and paint your way to a colorful seasonal floral masterpiece in this art workshop.
This event is full
Candy Cane Lane Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Dec 21, All day
Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Sat, Dec 21, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Fun Factory Saturday
Sat, Dec 21, 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
Laser Engraved Holiday Ornament
Sat, Dec 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Design a custom holiday ornament using Inkscape, then make it from acrylic on our laser engraver.
Candy Cane Lane Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Dec 22, All day
Use sweet clues to search for hidden candy canes, complete challenges, and solve riddles as you wind your way through Youth Services.
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Sun, Dec 22, All day
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
Submission Call for EGVPLYS Literary Magazine
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