Lit Wits

Laser Engraved Holiday Ornament

Thu, Nov 30, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Thu, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Maker Space

Design a custom holiday ornament using Inkscape, then make it from acrylic on our Muse laser engraver.

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Keep the Beat

Thu, Nov 30, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Tap your rhythm sticks all the way to New Zealand! In this music class we will use percussion instruments to learn about the Māori stick game and practice a simple version of it with partners.

Pan Am Betty - Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

Thu, Nov 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

In this historical portrayal, historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., takes you on an exciting, true story about the real-life stewardesses for Pan Am, the most glamorous U.S. airline.

December Minecraft Club (Session A)

Fri, Dec 01, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Fri, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Kids Korner A/B

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

This event is full

Sat, Dec 02, All day

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.

Vinyl Decals with Inkscape & Cricut

Sat, Dec 02, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Sat, Dec 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Maker Space

Design and cut a simple one–color decal using Inkscape and the Cricut cutting plotters.

This event is full

December Minecraft Club (Session B)

Sat, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Kids Korner A/B

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

Sun, Dec 03, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

ESL Conversation (Speaking/Listening Skills)

Mon, Dec 04, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Gingerbread Bar

Mon, Dec 04, All day

Stop in and pick up a gingerbread cutout and fill a bag with supplies to decorate it at home. Bring back your gingerbread person to Youth Services where we will display your "yummy" creations.

Mon, Dec 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

Practice speaking English in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Tue, Dec 05, All day

Our Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt is back! Visit the big gingerbread man near the Youth Services entrance to get your first clue. Then follow the clues until the final one leads you to a prize!

Tue, Dec 05, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Fairy Good Tales

Tue, Dec 05, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

We will have a Gingerbread Man Storytime, decorate a gingerbread person and enjoy a gingerbread snack.

Adult Book Discussion

Tue, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

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EGVPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Tue, Dec 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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

Fairy Good Tales

Tue, Dec 05, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

We will have a Gingerbread Man Story-time, decorate a gingerbread person and enjoy a gingerbread snack.

Wintry Embroidery Fun

Tue, Dec 05, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Embroidery can be sew much fun! Join us to learn how to use a needle and thread, practice stitching and make a fun wintry design.

This event is full

Tue, Dec 05, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

Board Meeting

Wed, Dec 06, All day

Our Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt is back! Visit the big gingerbread man near the Youth Services entrance to get your first clue. Then follow the clues until the final one leads you to a prize!

Wed, Dec 06, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Jr Teen Advisory Group Meeting

Wed, Dec 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Conference Room

Practice reading and writing English in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Wed, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Volunteering for grade 6, 7, 8

Cupcake Wars

Wed, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

-Grab a friend and create a team of two. Design unique cupcakes for different themes and win prizes. -Dress in clothing or accessories to show your holiday spirit. -All supplies provided.

Early Readers Book Club

Wed, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Kids Korner A/B

Get excited about books and reading at this club designed specifically for emergent and early readers.

Encore! Buffalo Grove Singers

Wed, Dec 06, 6:00pm - 9:30pm

Need a secret spot to wrap that special gift? Drop by Adult Services - we have all the supplies and space you need! Select dates and times only. While supplies last.

Fairy Good Tales

Wed, Dec 06, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

We will have a Gingerbread Man Storytime, decorate a gingerbread person and enjoy a gingerbread snack.

This event is full

Wed, Dec 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

Join Encore! The traveling ensemble of the Buffalo Grove Singers will perform Holiday Harmonies.

Thu, Dec 07, All day

Our Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt is back! Visit the big gingerbread man near the Youth Services entrance to get your first clue. Then follow the clues until the final one leads you to a prize!

Computer Basics: Staying Safe Online

Thu, Dec 07, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Thu, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Computer Lab

Learn some tips for protecting your information online.

3D Printed Cookie Cutter

Thu, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Maker Space

Design a cookie cutter using Inkscape and exporting it as a 3D printable file.

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A Classic Television Christmas - Hybrid Program

Thu, Dec 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek for a presentation about classic television Christmas shows and what made them special.

Kenneth Young Center’s Adopt a Family Collection Drive

Fri, Dec 08, All day

Our Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt is back! Visit the big gingerbread man near the Youth Services entrance to get your first clue. Then follow the clues until the final one leads you to a prize!

Fri, Dec 08, All day

We are teaming up with the Kenneth Young Center for their annual Adopt a Family Drive.

Fri, Dec 08, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Minecraft University (December)

Fri, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Need a secret spot to wrap that special gift? Drop by Adult Services - we have all the supplies and space you need! Select dates and times only. While supplies last.

Project Gingerbread

Fri, Dec 08, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us to decorate and create your own personalized wooden gingerbread figure! Have fun adding special touches to your creation and enjoy a snack during this "sweet" creative class.

This event is full

Fri, Dec 08, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Conference Room

A modded Minecraft workshop for experienced players that will build on knowledge over 3 consecutive classes.

Sat, Dec 09, All day

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, Dec 09, All day

Our Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt is back! Visit the big gingerbread man near the Youth Services entrance to get your first clue. Then follow the clues until the final one leads you to a prize!

Laser Engraved Holiday Ornament

Sat, Dec 09, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Sat, Dec 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Maker Space

Design a custom holiday ornament using Inkscape, then make it from acrylic on our Muse laser engraver.

This event is full

Sat, Dec 09, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Need a secret spot to wrap that special gift? Drop by Adult Services - we have all the supplies and space you need! Select dates and times only. While supplies last.

Sun, Dec 10, All day

Our Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt is back! Visit the big gingerbread man near the Youth Services entrance to get your first clue. Then follow the clues until the final one leads you to a prize!

Sun, Dec 10, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Sun, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Need a secret spot to wrap that special gift? Drop by Adult Services - we have all the supplies and space you need! Select dates and times only. While supplies last.

Mon, Dec 11, All day

Our Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt is back! Visit the big gingerbread man near the Youth Services entrance to get your first clue. Then follow the clues until the final one leads you to a prize!

ESL Conversation (Speaking/Listening Skills)

Mon, Dec 11, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Mon, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

Practice speaking English in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Be A Winter Printer

Mon, Dec 11, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

We’ll explore printmaking with some everyday items and use our creativity to make some seasonal art!

Mon, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 9:30pm

Need a secret spot to wrap that special gift? Drop by Adult Services - we have all the supplies and space you need! Select dates and times only. While supplies last.

Tue, Dec 12, All day

Our Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt is back! Visit the big gingerbread man near the Youth Services entrance to get your first clue. Then follow the clues until the final one leads you to a prize!

Tue, Dec 12, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Spanish Storytime/ Hora de cuento en español

Tue, Dec 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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

Wintry Embroidery Fun

Tue, Dec 12, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner B

Embroidery can be sew much fun! Join us to learn how to use a needle and thread, practice stitching and make a fun wintry design.

This event is full

Tue, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us in our monthly Spanish-English Storytime. You do not need to speak Spanish to attend. ¡Acompáñenos en nuestra Hora de Cuento en español y inglés!

Wed, Dec 13, All day

Our Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt is back! Visit the big gingerbread man near the Youth Services entrance to get your first clue. Then follow the clues until the final one leads you to a prize!

Wed, Dec 13, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Cartooning with Mark Anderson: The Legend of Adlez

Wed, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Conference Room

Practice reading and writing English in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Resume Help Drop-In

Wed, Dec 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Group Study Room C

Need help completing job applications, writing your resume and cover letter, preparing for an interview, or finding networking opportunities?

Make and Take Crafts

Wed, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

Celebrate the holidays by constructing a multi-layer paper ornament to hang on your tree or give to a friend. Registration begins November 24 and limited to High School & Adult EGVPL cardholders only.

Wed, Dec 13, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Draw along with cartoonist Mark Anderson and have fun during this cartoon drawing workshop where the theme will be “Legend of Adlez".

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Make and Take Crafts

Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

This event is full

Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 9:30pm

Need a secret spot to wrap that special gift? Drop by Adult Services - we have all the supplies and space you need! Select dates and times only. While supplies last.

Thu, Dec 14, All day

Our Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt is back! Visit the big gingerbread man near the Youth Services entrance to get your first clue. Then follow the clues until the final one leads you to a prize!

Grab & Go Art and Craft Winter Solstice Star

Thu, Dec 14, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Thu, Dec 14, 10:00am - 7:00pm

Get ready for the Winter Solstice on December 21 with this paper star craft.

Moments to Remember

Thu, Dec 14, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

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

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Holiday Cookie Decorating

Thu, Dec 14, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us to decorate holiday cookies and a cookie box to put them in. Also, we will enjoy a sweet treat to celebrate the holiday.

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Intro to ChatGPT and AI

Thu, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Conference Room

Learn about some of the features of ChatGPT and other AI services

Knitting & Crochet Circle

Thu, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Maker Space

Join us for a casual get-together, where crafters can spend some time together, chatting and working on their knitting or crocheting.

Holiday Uke Jam

Thu, Dec 14, 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

Fri, Dec 15, All day

Our Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt is back! Visit the big gingerbread man near the Youth Services entrance to get your first clue. Then follow the clues until the final one leads you to a prize!

Minecraft University (December)

Fri, Dec 15, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

Fri, Dec 15, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Conference Room

A modded Minecraft workshop for experienced players that will build on knowledge over 3 consecutive classes.

Sat, Dec 16, All day

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, Dec 16, All day

Our Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt is back! Visit the big gingerbread man near the Youth Services entrance to get your first clue. Then follow the clues until the final one leads you to a prize!

ESL Conversation (Speaking/Listening Skills)

Sat, Dec 16, All day

Help support our village's small businesses this holiday season. Starting Nov. 25 - "Small Business Saturday" - visit the 15 participating businesses listed below for a chance to win a $50 gift card!

3D Printed Name Plate

Sat, Dec 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Maker Space

Design and 3D print a custom name plate using OpenSCAD and the Prusa 3D printers.

This event is full

Mon, Dec 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

Practice speaking English in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Monday Matinee Movie

Mon, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

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

Mon, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 9:30pm

Need a secret spot to wrap that special gift? Drop by Adult Services - we have all the supplies and space you need! Select dates and times only. While supplies last.

Finals Week Study Night

Mon, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

It's Test Fest Week at the Library! Are you cramming for that final exam? Finishing up a big project? We have plenty of space - and snacks - to help you be successful.

Tue, Dec 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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

Finals Week Study Night

Tue, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

It's Test Fest Week at the Library! Are you cramming for that final exam? Finishing up a big project? We have plenty of space - and snacks - to help you be successful.

Wed, Dec 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Conference Room

Practice reading and writing English in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Art Class

Wed, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

Paint a beautiful winter scene utilizing salt and watered down acrylic paint. Registration begins November 24 and is limited to High School & Adult EGVPL cardholders only.

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Art Class

Wed, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

Paint a beautiful winter scene utilizing salt and watered down acrylic paint. Registration begins November 24 and is limited to High School & Adult EGVPL cardholders only.

This event is full

Minecraft University (December)

Wed, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 9:30pm

Need a secret spot to wrap that special gift? Drop by Adult Services - we have all the supplies and space you need! Select dates and times only. While supplies last.

Finals Week Study Night

Wed, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 10:00pm

It's Test Fest Week at the Library! Are you cramming for that final exam? Finishing up a big project? We have plenty of space - and snacks - to help you be successful.

Podcasting 101

Thu, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

Learn about how to get started with your very own podcast

Button Making

Thu, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Maker Space

Make personalized pins up to 2” wide using old magazines and the button maker.

Fri, Dec 22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Conference Room

A modded Minecraft workshop for experienced players that will build on knowledge over 3 consecutive classes.

Sat, Dec 23, All day

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, Dec 23, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Need a secret spot to wrap that special gift? Drop by Adult Services - we have all the supplies and space you need! Select dates and times only. While supplies last.

Youth Winter Reading Program

Tue, Dec 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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

Wed, Dec 27, All day

Join the Youth Services’ Winter Reading Program for children birth through 8th grade. Register anytime between December 27 - February 18.

Winter Wonderland Face Painting

Wed, Dec 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Conference Room

Practice reading and writing English in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Wed, Dec 27, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Frosty, frozen, fun face-painting will be available from 10:30 am-2:30 pm when you sign up for our Winter Reading Program on Wednesday, December 27 between 10:30 - 2:30pm.

Mark Hayward Yo-yo show

Thu, Dec 28, 11:00am - 11:45am

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

Self-proclaimed "Juggler, Yo-yoer, and Cool Guy", Mark Hayward, uses comedy and object manipulation to put on a show for everyone! You'll be laughing and entertained with his super show!

Mark Hayward Yo-yo show

Thu, Dec 28, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Large Meeting Room A/B/C

Self-proclaimed "Juggler, Yo-yoer, and Cool Guy", Mark Hayward, uses comedy and object manipulation to put on a show for everyone! You'll be laughing and entertained with his super show!

Tech Help in the Studio

Thu, Dec 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

A/V Recording Studio

No appointment needed! Stop by the AV Studio for help with any tech issues you are having!

Noon Year's Eve

Fri, Dec 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Celebrate New Year's Eve a little early with some kid-friendly family fun!

Taste Test Explorers

Fri, Dec 29, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us on a worldly adventure in our Taste Test Café!