Event List

Explore the fundamentals of artificial intelligence in this class. Learn how AI works, its current applications, limitations, and ethical considerations to understand its impact on society and our future.

Paul Lisnek will be presenting virtually. This registration is to attend a watch party in the library. 

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

Go on a trip around the Universe! This presentation will take you on a whirlwind visit through our Universe's most amazing objects using images from the world's most advanced telescopes.

Learn to use sign language to communicate in basic American Sign Language (ASL). All levels are welcome!

Sami will be presenting in the library, please join us in the library.

Only one man has the particular set of skills... to lead Police Squad and save the world! Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. follows in his father's footsteps in The Naked Gun. Stars Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson.

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.

Turn ordinary items into personalized treasures! This class will teach you the essentials of sublimation printing, from creating custom designs to applying them on a variety of surfaces.

Preserve memories by learning to digitize your old negatives, slides, photos, and videos. We’ll go over basic digitization techniques using technology available in the Lab.

Grade 9 - Adult

Harlem Rhapsody by Victoria Christopher Murray

Learn how to safely use the web by using secure passwords, understanding antivirus and security settings, recognizing suspicious emails and websites, and avoiding spyware and viruses while online.

Learn tips and tricks for improving your computer's performance, stability and speed through common maintenance tasks in this class.

Meet the local young artists who have created the artwork displayed throughout the Library during March in honor of Youth Art Month.

Learn to use the library's button makers to make your own free button, magnet, or keychain. Graphics will be provided.

Whether you're creating a flyer, social media post, or birthday invite, Canva can help you make it look amazing—no design skills needed.

The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon

This program will teach you the concepts behind 3D printing, where you can find 3D prints, how to get them printed at the Library, and even where you can learn to make your own 3D prints! For ages 13 and up.

The Listeners by Maggie Stiefvater

Burma Sahib by Paul Theroux

The Wildes by Louis Bayard