Event List

Volunteers in grade 9 and up are needed to support this unique and meaningful event.

Volunteer Roles
Volunteers will be assigned one of the following roles during their shift:

Come in and enjoy a concert held by the Falconaires Orchestra! Musicians will be performing "Big Band" music from the 1920's through the present day. 

Youth volunteers grades 6-12 needed to help with Bookies Book Club. Email Robin, reyman@phpl.info if this is your first time volunteering at the library. 

Drop by the LAB with your own knitting, crochet, cross-stich, embroidery, or other portable project and socialize with others who share similar interests.  All experience levels welcome, however, no formal lessons are provided.

Learn how to use Tinkercad and create something to 3D print at our awesome Lab!

Rescheduled and with additional musicians! Join us at the library and experience the beautiful music of the renown Chicago-based Bengali band, Ochin Pakhi!

Grades 6-12

Discover the joys of junk journaling as you will learn how to take cast aside items and recycle them into a journal to keep your best memories, ideas, and vibes.

Join us in the Lab to create your one-of-a-kind piece of art using a paint pouring technique. All materials supplied. Preference to PHPL cardholders.

Join us in the Lab to create your one-of-a-kind piece of art using a paint pouring technique. All materials supplied. Preference to PHPL cardholders.

Drop-in for all crafters! Join us on the 4th Thursday of every month from 12-2pm to meet fellow crafters, work on your art, and build a creative community.

Celebrate the 34th birthday of the best Nintendo character, Kirby! We will have snacks and fun activities! 

Volunteers grades 6-12 are needed to help with our Happy Birthday Kirby program. Email Robin, reyman@phpl.info if this is your first time volunteering at the library. 

Volunteers grades 9-12 are needed to help with our Tasty Art program. Email Robin, reyman@phpl.info if this is your first time volunteering at the library. 

Create still life watercolor illustrations of doughnuts. As the sketches dry, we’ll get to sample the doughnut varieties! If you have allergens, email jhuh@phpl.info by April 20.

Volunteers grades 6-12 are needed to help with our Saturday Collage Art. Email Robin, reyman@phpl.info if this is your first time volunteering at the library. 

Come join us for a small celebration of Star Wars! Will include activities and snacks. 

This month we will be packing the Ex'A+'m Energy Packs that will be given to students studying for finals. Supplies will be provided. Earn one service hour, enjoy snacks, and make a difference!    

Youth volunteers grades 6-12 needed to help with LEGO Builders Club. Email Robin, reyman@phpl.info,  if this is your first time volunteering at the library. 

Drop by the LAB with your own knitting, crochet, cross-stich, embroidery, or other portable project and socialize with others who share similar interests.  All experience levels welcome, however, no formal lessons are provided.

Volunteers in grade 6–adult are needed to help as chess mentors with the Youth Chess Club.

Volunteers in grades 6–12:
If this is your first time volunteering at the library, please email Robin at reyman@phpl.info

Drop-in to the Quilting Club. All ability levels welcome from beginner to expert. Please note there will not be any formal lessons. Bring your own sewing machines and projects. We provide the space...you provide the FUN!!