Tuesday Tech Help

Tue, Dec 30, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Tue, Dec 30, All day

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a... more

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a favorite winter animal each week! Stop by the Reference Desk for a ballot.

Noon Year's Eve

Tue, Dec 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Tue, Dec 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Got a technology question? We’re here to help! Bring your device and question. We will assist... more

Got a technology question? We’re here to help! Bring your device and question. We will assist with preliminary troubleshooting, finding documentation, seeking answers to your questions.

Tue, Dec 30, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

A blizzard has hit EGV, and you’re snowed in at the library! Participants will work as a team... more

A blizzard has hit EGV, and you’re snowed in at the library! Participants will work as a team to escape this frosty fiasco.

This event is full

Tue, Dec 30, 2:15pm - 2:45pm

Kids Korner B

A blizzard has hit EGV, and you’re snowed in at the library! Participants will work as a team... more

A blizzard has hit EGV, and you’re snowed in at the library! Participants will work as a team to escape this frosty fiasco.

This event is full

Tue, Dec 30, 3:15pm - 3:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

A blizzard has hit EGV, and you’re snowed in at the library! Participants will work as a team... more

A blizzard has hit EGV, and you’re snowed in at the library! Participants will work as a team to escape this frosty fiasco.

This event is full

Tue, Dec 30, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Kids Korner A/B

A blizzard has hit EGV, and you’re snowed in at the library! Participants will work as a team... more

A blizzard has hit EGV, and you’re snowed in at the library! Participants will work as a team to escape this frosty fiasco.

This event is full

Wed, Dec 31, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Wed, Dec 31, All day

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a... more

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a favorite winter animal each week! Stop by the Reference Desk for a ballot.

Fri, Jan 02, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Fri, Jan 02, All day

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a... more

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a favorite winter animal each week! Stop by the Reference Desk for a ballot.

Sat, Jan 03, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Sat, Jan 03, All day

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a... more

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a favorite winter animal each week! Stop by the Reference Desk for a ballot.

Sun, Jan 04, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Sun, Jan 04, All day

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a... more

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a favorite winter animal each week! Stop by the Reference Desk for a ballot.

Storybook Cinema

Sun, Jan 04, 12:30pm - 4:30pm

Kids Korner A/B

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, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Crochet experience is required.

Mon, Jan 05, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Make a Splash: Paint Pouring

Mon, Jan 05, All day

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a... more

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a favorite winter animal each week! Stop by the Reference Desk for a ballot.

Frozen Sing-a-Long

Mon, Jan 05, 1:30pm - 3:15pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Sing along with Elsa, Anna, and Olaf, and join their adventures in Arendelle and beyond!... more

Sing along with Elsa, Anna, and Olaf, and join their adventures in Arendelle and beyond! Costumes are encouraged but not required.

Mon, Jan 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Maker Space

Explore the colorful world of fluid art! In this hands-on program, you’ll learn simple... more

Explore the colorful world of fluid art! In this hands-on program, you’ll learn simple paint-pouring techniques to create your own abstract masterpiece.

Middle Grade Book Club

Mon, Jan 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Kids Korner A/B

Discuss books, movies, and everything in between!

Tue, Jan 06, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Coffee, Cake & Coloring

Tue, Jan 06, 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!

Adult Book Discussion

Tue, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

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EGVPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Tue, Jan 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Got a technology question? We’re here to help! Bring your device and question. We will assist... more

Got a technology question? We’re here to help! Bring your device and question. We will assist with preliminary troubleshooting, finding documentation, seeking answers to your questions.

Tue, Jan 06, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Regular Board Meeting

Intro to Bullet Journaling

Wed, Jan 07, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Resume Drop-In

Wed, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Resume help from Goodwill Workforce Connection.

Kids on the Board

Wed, Jan 07, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join our board game group, Kids on the Board! Sign up with a friend or meet a new one here at... more

Join our board game group, Kids on the Board! Sign up with a friend or meet a new one here at Kids on the Board. We will have both new games and old favorites to play.

Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Maker Space

Unlock your creativity and your productivity with bullet journaling. We'll cover the core basics... more

Unlock your creativity and your productivity with bullet journaling. We'll cover the core basics so you can design a custom system that perfectly fits your goals for the year ahead.

Board Game Squad

Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Kids Korner A

Join us to play board games, sharpen strategic thinking, make new friends, and have a blast!

Women and Money - 12 Months to Take Charge of Your Finances

Wed, Jan 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

tentative programs

Thursday Evening Tech Help

Thu, Jan 08, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Adult Book Discussion

Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

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Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Join us for an evening drop-in session where you can get one-on-one assistance with your... more

Join us for an evening drop-in session where you can get one-on-one assistance with your technology-related questions. Perfect for those who need tech support after work hours!

Billy Joel: Piano Man

Thu, Jan 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Join Gary Wenstrupt as he traces Billy's career using performance and interview video clips.

Fri, Jan 09, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

To the Stars and Beyond: Family Space Night

Fri, Jan 09, All day

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a... more

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a favorite winter animal each week! Stop by the Reference Desk for a ballot.

Fri, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Blast off together and explore stars, planets, and the world of space exploration.

Sat, Jan 10, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Tiempo De Cuento (Spanish Storytime)

Sat, Jan 10, All day

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a... more

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a favorite winter animal each week! Stop by the Reference Desk for a ballot.

Sat, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Come explore a new theme every month with books, art, and interactive activities. Vengan a... more

Come explore a new theme every month with books, art, and interactive activities. Vengan a explorar un nuevo tema cada mes con libros, arte, y actividades interactivas.

Who Would Win? Animal Investigators

Sat, Jan 10, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Learn about two fierce animals through hands-on, exploratory stations and then make your case... more

Learn about two fierce animals through hands-on, exploratory stations and then make your case for which animal you think would win in a fight.

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“Reading with Your Gnomies”

Sun, Jan 11, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Sun, Jan 11, All day

Mythological creatures are taking over Adult Services this winter! Our knowledgeable Gnomes are... more

Mythological creatures are taking over Adult Services this winter! Our knowledgeable Gnomes are here to guide you to a treasure-trove of good books.

Sun, Jan 11, All day

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a... more

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a favorite winter animal each week! Stop by the Reference Desk for a ballot.

Mon, Jan 12, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Mon, Jan 12, All day

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a... more

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a favorite winter animal each week! Stop by the Reference Desk for a ballot.

Mon, Jan 12, 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,... more

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

Canvas Kids: New Year, New Art

Mon, Jan 12, 10:30am - 11:15am

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

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, Jan 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

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

Mon, Jan 12, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Kids will design a cozy, January -inspired creation. Join us for a fun two-part art class!

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Simple Sewing: Fabric Remote Organizer

Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Keep your space tidy with an easy-to-make fabric remote caddy. This caddy will help you stay... more

Keep your space tidy with an easy-to-make fabric remote caddy. This caddy will help you stay organized with space for storing phones, glasses and pens too. Limit 2 per household.

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Tue, Jan 13, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Tue, Jan 13, All day

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a... more

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a favorite winter animal each week! Stop by the Reference Desk for a ballot.

Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a fun science class just for kids! Each session we will explore an early science... more

Join us for a fun science class just for kids! Each session we will explore an early science concept through stories, songs, games, simple crafts, and a hands-on experiment.

Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Got a technology question? We’re here to help! Bring your device and question. We will assist... more

Got a technology question? We’re here to help! Bring your device and question. We will assist with preliminary troubleshooting, finding documentation, seeking answers to your questions.

Tue, Jan 13, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a fun science class just for kids! Each session we will explore an early science... more

Join us for a fun science class just for kids! Each session we will explore an early science concept through stories, songs, games, simple crafts, and a hands-on experiment.

Tue, Jan 13, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

SESSION 1- Let's investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology,... more

SESSION 1- 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!

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BYOC Club

Tue, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Maker Space

Connect with fellow crafters in your community during a fun and creative craft night!

Uke Jam

Tue, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

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.

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Wed, Jan 14, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Wed, Jan 14, All day

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a... more

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a favorite winter animal each week! Stop by the Reference Desk for a ballot.

Wed, Jan 14, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

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

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

Make and Take Craft: Tee-rific Scarves

Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

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

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

Wed, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Maker Space

Turn an old t-shirt into a cozy, stylish scarf—no sewing needed! Bring one or more of your... more

Turn an old t-shirt into a cozy, stylish scarf—no sewing needed! Bring one or more of your favorite tees and leave with a unique, warm accessory perfect for winter!

Cartooning with Mark Anderson

Wed, Jan 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Kids Korner A/B

We'll be drawing anthropomorphic food having it out! Irritable ice cream! Mad meatloaf! Grumpy... more

We'll be drawing anthropomorphic food having it out! Irritable ice cream! Mad meatloaf! Grumpy green beans! Don’t miss this!

Make and Take Craft: Tee-rific Scarves

Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Turn an old t-shirt into a cozy, stylish scarf—no sewing needed! Bring one or more of your... more

Turn an old t-shirt into a cozy, stylish scarf—no sewing needed! Bring one or more of your favorite tees and leave with a unique, warm accessory perfect for winter!

Snowflake Station

Wed, Jan 14, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

It will be a flurry of fun at Snowflake Station! Craft sparkling snowflakes, play a frosty... more

It will be a flurry of fun at Snowflake Station! Craft sparkling snowflakes, play a frosty snowflake game and enjoy a seasonal snack at this wintry storytime.

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Thu, Jan 15, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Polish Storytime

Thu, Jan 15, 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... more

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

Qello Concerts Presents...Billy Joel

Thu, Jan 15, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

SESSION 1- Let's investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology,... more

SESSION 1- 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!

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Cutting the Cord

Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Learn about options and alternatives ofr you cable, home internet, and home phone.

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Thu, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

The piano man makes it into the big leagues at last, playing his hits to a packed house at New... more

The piano man makes it into the big leagues at last, playing his hits to a packed house at New York's Yankee Stadium in this concert, as part of his 1990 Storm Front tour.

Sewing Sessions

Thu, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Maker Space

Learn and sharpen your machine sewing skills in this new program where you can create fun and... more

Learn and sharpen your machine sewing skills in this new program where you can create fun and useful projects! No sewing knowledge necessary, all supplies included.

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Fri, Jan 16, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Fri, Jan 16, All day

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a... more

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a favorite winter animal each week! Stop by the Reference Desk for a ballot.

Messy Play

Fri, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

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

LEGO Club

Fri, Jan 16, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

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

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

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Gaming Group

Fri, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

This program will offer modded Minecraft and Roblox play for experienced gamers, and Feed the... more

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, Jan 17, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Sat, Jan 17, All day

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a... more

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a favorite winter animal each week! Stop by the Reference Desk for a ballot.

Stranger Things One-Shot

Sat, Jan 17, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Fan of Stranger Things and D&D? Join us for a special one-shot adventure inspired by the hit series!

“Reading with Your Gnomies”

Sun, Jan 18, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Sun, Jan 18, All day

Mythological creatures are taking over Adult Services this winter! Our knowledgeable Gnomes are... more

Mythological creatures are taking over Adult Services this winter! Our knowledgeable Gnomes are here to guide you to a treasure-trove of good books.

Crochet Corner

Sun, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Crochet experience is required.

Mon, Jan 19, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Mon, Jan 19, 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,... more

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

Dreams of Tomorrow: MLK Jr. Mural

Mon, Jan 19, 10:30am - 11:15am

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

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

Mon, Jan 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Maker Space

Join us in honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by creating a collaborative mural.

ASL Storybook Presentation of Red: A Crayon's Story

Mon, Jan 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Join us for this funny, insightful, colorful storybook film is about being true to yourself in... more

Join us for this funny, insightful, colorful storybook film is about being true to yourself in spite of obstacles thrown your way.It's a film happening like you’ve never experienced before!

Canvas Kids: New Year, New Art

Mon, Jan 19, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Kids will design a cozy, January -inspired creation. Join us for a fun two-part art class!

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Tue, Jan 20, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a fun science class just for kids! Each session we will explore an early science... more

Join us for a fun science class just for kids! Each session we will explore an early science concept through stories, songs, games, simple crafts, and a hands-on experiment.

Supported Chair Yoga

Tue, Jan 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

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

Tue, Jan 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Got a technology question? We’re here to help! Bring your device and question. We will assist... more

Got a technology question? We’re here to help! Bring your device and question. We will assist with preliminary troubleshooting, finding documentation, seeking answers to your questions.

Tue, Jan 20, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a fun science class just for kids! Each session we will explore an early science... more

Join us for a fun science class just for kids! Each session we will explore an early science concept through stories, songs, games, simple crafts, and a hands-on experiment.

Tue, Jan 20, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

SESSION 1- Let's investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology,... more

SESSION 1- 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!

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Evening Book Discussion

Tue, Jan 20, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

The group will discuss The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle by Matt Cain. Please contact Julie... more

The group will discuss The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle by Matt Cain. Please contact Julie at jhadler@egvpl.org or 847-725-2170 for more information or if you need a copy of the book.

Wed, Jan 21, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Wed, Jan 21, All day

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a... more

Learn about the animals featured in our Winter Reading Program, Tic-Tac-Snow. Vote for a favorite winter animal each week! Stop by the Reference Desk for a ballot.

Wed, Jan 21, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

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

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

Art Class: Winter Wire Tree Workshop

Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

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

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

Wed, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Start the new year with a touch of sparkle! Craft a delicate wire tree adorned with shimmering... more

Start the new year with a touch of sparkle! Craft a delicate wire tree adorned with shimmering crystal beads— a glistening accent piece that captures the quiet beauty of winter.

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Workshop Wednesdays

Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Stop by and create in our YA area...after school on Early Dismissal Wednesdays!

Workshop Wednesdays

Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Stop by and create in our YA area...after school on Early Dismissal Wednesdays!

Book Bites

Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Get a taste of appetizing books with this book club. Pizza, snacks and drinks provided. Find... more

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.

Art Class: Winter Wire Tree Workshop

Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Start the new year with a touch of sparkle! Craft a delicate wire tree adorned with shimmering... more

Start the new year with a touch of sparkle! Craft a delicate wire tree adorned with shimmering crystal beads— a glistening accent piece that captures the quiet beauty of winter.

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Upcycled Scrapbook

Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Maker Space

Upcycle CD Audiobook cases into your own unique scrapbook that's perfect for capturing all your... more

Upcycle CD Audiobook cases into your own unique scrapbook that's perfect for capturing all your memories this year.

Thu, Jan 22, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Thu, Jan 22, All day

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their... more

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their homes.

Polish Storytime

Thu, Jan 22, 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... more

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

Thursday Evening Tech Help

Thu, Jan 22, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

SESSION 1- Let's investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology,... more

SESSION 1- 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!

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Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Join us for an evening drop-in session where you can get one-on-one assistance with your... more

Join us for an evening drop-in session where you can get one-on-one assistance with your technology-related questions. Perfect for those who need tech support after work hours!

Sewing Sessions

Thu, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Maker Space

Learn and sharpen your machine sewing skills in this new program where you can create fun and... more

Learn and sharpen your machine sewing skills in this new program where you can create fun and useful projects! No sewing knowledge necessary, all supplies included.

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Fri, Jan 23, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Chess Instruction with Chess Scholars (Beginner)

Fri, Jan 23, All day

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their... more

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their homes.

Fri, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Kids Korner B

No previous chess knowledge is necessary. Each session will consist of a fun interactive... more

No previous chess knowledge is necessary. Each session will consist of a fun interactive teaching period and guided practice time.

Chess Instruction with Chess Scholars (Advanced)

Fri, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Kids Korner A

A basic knowledge of piece movements is recommended. Students will learn about controlling the... more

A basic knowledge of piece movements is recommended. Students will learn about controlling the center, taking the initiative, and attacking in combination.

Sat, Jan 24, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Tiempo De Cuento (Spanish Storytime)

Sat, Jan 24, All day

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their... more

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their homes.

Upcycled Scrapbook

Sat, Jan 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Maker Space

Upcycle CD Audiobook cases into your own unique scrapbook that's perfect for capturing all your... more

Upcycle CD Audiobook cases into your own unique scrapbook that's perfect for capturing all your memories this year.

Sat, Jan 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Come explore a new theme every month with books, art, and interactive activities. Vengan a... more

Come explore a new theme every month with books, art, and interactive activities. Vengan a explorar un nuevo tema cada mes con libros, arte, y actividades interactivas.

Sun, Jan 25, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

“Reading with Your Gnomies”

Sun, Jan 25, All day

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their... more

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their homes.

Sun, Jan 25, All day

Mythological creatures are taking over Adult Services this winter! Our knowledgeable Gnomes are... more

Mythological creatures are taking over Adult Services this winter! Our knowledgeable Gnomes are here to guide you to a treasure-trove of good books.

College Costs 101: Financial Aid & Loans Presentation

Mon, Jan 26, All day

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their... more

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their homes.

Mon, Jan 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Learn the ins and outs of financial aid and student loans with Silvia Campagna from the Illinois... more

Learn the ins and outs of financial aid and student loans with Silvia Campagna from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission. A must for high schoolers and parents planning for college!

Tue, Jan 27, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Tue, Jan 27, All day

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their... more

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their homes.

Tue, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a fun science class just for kids! Each session we will explore an early science... more

Join us for a fun science class just for kids! Each session we will explore an early science concept through stories, songs, games, simple crafts, and a hands-on experiment.

Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Got a technology question? We’re here to help! Bring your device and question. We will assist... more

Got a technology question? We’re here to help! Bring your device and question. We will assist with preliminary troubleshooting, finding documentation, seeking answers to your questions.

Tue, Jan 27, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a fun science class just for kids! Each session we will explore an early science... more

Join us for a fun science class just for kids! Each session we will explore an early science concept through stories, songs, games, simple crafts, and a hands-on experiment.

Hidden but Heard: Tales from Anne Frank's Secret Annex

Tue, Jan 27, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

SESSION 1- Let's investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology,... more

SESSION 1- 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!

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Tue, Jan 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Meet Anne Frank, a girl of faith, hope, and an indomitable spirit, portrayed by historical... more

Meet Anne Frank, a girl of faith, hope, and an indomitable spirit, portrayed by historical presenter Michelle Gibbons.

Wed, Jan 28, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Wed, Jan 28, All day

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their... more

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their homes.

Wed, Jan 28, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

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

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

Let It Snow! DIY Snow Globes

Wed, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

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

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

Wed, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A

Make your own mini winter wonderland! We’ll supply the jars, glitter, snow, and some fun... more

Make your own mini winter wonderland! We’ll supply the jars, glitter, snow, and some fun figurines—just bring your creativity and design a globe that’s totally you!

Heroes of Hesiod

Wed, Jan 28, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A

Heroes of Hesiod offers a taste of Dungeons and Dragons in one fast paced, action packed game.

Cozy Pajama Party

Wed, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Wear your pajamas and join us for stories, games, a craft and a yummy snack -- all the... more

Wear your pajamas and join us for stories, games, a craft and a yummy snack -- all the ingredients for cozy and fun family time.

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Thu, Jan 29, All day

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join... more

Hibernate with stories this season at EGVPL! Kids from birth through 8th grade can join Tic-Tac-Snow, our winter reading program.

Thu, Jan 29, All day

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their... more

Can you find spots for some winter animal friends? You’ll need an eye for detail to find their homes.

Polish Storytime

Thu, Jan 29, 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... more

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

Excel 101

Thu, Jan 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Learn some of the basics of Microsoft Excel.