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Attend Online: An Evening with Paul Lisnek

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Programs at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Community, Election, Virtual AND In Person Option
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors

WGN-TV's Paul Lisnek will speak about Illinois politics as well as help prepare participants for the upcoming Midterm Elections in November.

Virtual Event
This event is in the "Teens" group

Youth Volunteers Needed - Builders Lab Drop In

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 3:45pm - 5:15pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens

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

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

Youth Volunteers Needed - K-Pop Demon Hunters Party

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens

Youth volunteers grades 6-12 needed to help with our K-Pop Demon Hunters Party program. Email Robin, reyman@phpl.info,  if this is your first time volunteering at the library. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

Service Hour Packet: Easter Eggs for Fill A Heart 4 Kids

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 6-12

Decorate festive Easter eggs that will be placed into Easter baskets for children in foster care. Earn one service hour. Take-home packets are available in the Teen Space.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Craft and Go Kit: Valentine Glitter Globe

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Teen Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Decorate a heartfelt, glitter-filled trinket and spread the love! Kits will be available in the Teen Space.   

This event is in the "Teens" group

HS Volunteers Needed - Study Buddies

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Study Buddies, Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens

We need YOU to tutor K-12 students at the library's Study Buddy Homework Center. Help others learn and earn community service hours- no registration needed! Just visit the Youth Department during center hours when you're available. 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Study Buddy Homework Center

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Study Buddies
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens

Need help with homework or looking to enhance your math or reading skills? Look no further! Drop by the Youth Department during center hours and connect with a friendly high school study buddy–no registration required!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "20s and 30s" group

Welcome to the Lab

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Presenter LIVE in the Library, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s

Welcome to our maker space, the Lab. The Lab includes 3d printing, digitization tools, laser cutting, embroidery, and more. Join us to learn about all the things the Lab has to offer.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Youth Volunteers Needed - LEGO Builders Club

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 3:45pm - 5:15pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

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. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

Youth Volunteers Needed - Saturday Collage Art

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens

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. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

HS Volunteers Needed - Study Buddies

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Study Buddies, Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens

We need YOU to tutor K-12 students at the library's Study Buddy Homework Center. Help others learn and earn community service hours- no registration needed! Just visit the Youth Department during center hours when you're available. 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Study Buddy Homework Center

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Study Buddies
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens

Need help with homework or looking to enhance your math or reading skills? Look no further! Drop by the Youth Department during center hours and connect with a friendly high school study buddy–no registration required!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Advisory Group: Essentials Kits for WINGS

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Teen Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens

This month we will be making and packing essentials kits to donate to the WINGS program. Supplies will be provided. Earn one service hour, enjoy snacks, and make a difference!

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Youth Volunteers - Chess Mentors Needed

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 3:45pm - 5:15pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Volunteers grades 6-12 are needed to help as chess mentors for the library's Youth Chess Club. Email Robin, reyman@phpl.info if this is your first time volunteering at the library. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

HS Volunteers Needed - Study Buddies

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Study Buddies, Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens

We need YOU to tutor K-12 students at the library's Study Buddy Homework Center. Help others learn and earn community service hours- no registration needed! Just visit the Youth Department during center hours when you're available. 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Study Buddy Homework Center

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Study Buddies
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens

Need help with homework or looking to enhance your math or reading skills? Look no further! Drop by the Youth Department during center hours and connect with a friendly high school study buddy–no registration required!

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Youth Volunteers Needed - Bookies Book Club

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 3:45pm - 5:15pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

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. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

College Prep 101: Visits & Fairs Made Simple

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Grade 9 - Adult

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

3D Printer's Club!

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens

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

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

HS Volunteers Needed - Study Buddies

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Study Buddies, Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens

We need YOU to tutor K-12 students at the library's Study Buddy Homework Center. Help others learn and earn community service hours- no registration needed! Just visit the Youth Department during center hours when you're available. 

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Study Buddy Homework Center

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Study Buddies
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens

Need help with homework or looking to enhance your math or reading skills? Look no further! Drop by the Youth Department during center hours and connect with a friendly high school study buddy–no registration required!

This event is in the "Teens" group

HS Volunteers Needed - Simply Science: Playdough Circuits

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens

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

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Pokemon Party!

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens

Celebrate Pokémon’s 30th anniversary at the library! Come catch the excitement with fun Pokémon-themed activities for everyone to enjoy.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

HS Volunteers Needed - Study Buddies

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Study Buddies, Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens

We need YOU to tutor K-12 students at the library's Study Buddy Homework Center. Help others learn and earn community service hours- no registration needed! Just visit the Youth Department during center hours when you're available.