Event List

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Program Type
Library Branch
Room

Primary tabs

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

In Stitches Drop-in

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Crafty Kids Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Community, Crafts, S.T.E.A.M
Age Group:
Youth, Family

Gather for a fun variety of engaging self-exploratory activities featuring yoga, sensory play, collage craft, playdough stations, and more! 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Craft Supply Swap-Golden Ticket Donors

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone

We are holding a craft supply giveaway today. Everyone will receive a bag to take their new-found treasures home. Golden Ticket holders may enter at 10am. At 10:30am, all patrons may enter and "Shop the Swap"!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Craft Supply Swap

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone

We are holding a craft supply giveaway today. Everyone will receive a bag to take their new-found treasures home.  At 10:30am, all patrons may enter and "Shop the Swap"! The swap will run until noon. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Junk Journaling

Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

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.

Upcoming
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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Paint Pouring

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors

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.

Upcoming
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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Creative Crafters Drop-in

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors

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.

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

Happy Birthday Kirby!

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Cooking, Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens

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

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

Tasty Art

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Community, Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens

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.

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

Mother's Day Craft

All Day 5/1 - 5/10
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

All ages .

Drop in and pick up a special craft to make for your mom. Pick up your kit starting on May 1, while supplies last.

 

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

Service Hour Packet: Beaded Lizards for the Kenneth Young Center

All Day 5/1 - 5/31
Teen Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, Volunteers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Grades 6-12

Craft a beaded lizard fidget keychain that will be donated to the youth support groups at the Kenneth Young Center . Earn one service hour. Take-home packets are available in the Teen Space.

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

Teen Craft and Go Kit: Mystery Perler Pack

All Day 5/1 - 5/31
Teen Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Try your luck with this mystery perler bead project. 4 different designs are available. Kits will be available in the Teen Space.

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

In Stitches Drop-in

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Ex‘A+’m Energy Pack

All Day 5/11 - 5/29
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, Games, Other
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 9-12

This event is in the "Youth" group

Adventure Club

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

Ages 2-6 w/adult

Come explore a different place each month with food, music, and a craft. This month our adventure will take place in Wisconsin.

Upcoming
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

Quilter's Club

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s

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!!

This event is in the "Youth" group

Bookies Book Club: The Kids in Mrs. Z's Class Series

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, Games, S.T.E.A.M
Age Group:
Youth

Grades 1-3

Make new friends, talk about books, and enjoy fun group activities inspired by Emma McKenna, Full Out, the first book in our series. Pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk.

Upcoming
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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

In Stitches Drop-in

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Father's Day Craft

All Day 6/1 - 6/21
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

All ages. 

Drop in and pick up a special craft to make for your dad. Pick up your kit starting on June 1, while supplies last.

 

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

In Stitches Drop-in

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors

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.

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

Quilter's Club

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s

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!!

This event is in the "Youth" group

Adventure Club

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

Ages 2-6 w/adult

Come explore a different state each month with food, music, and a craft.

Upcoming
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
This event is in the "Seniors" group

In Stitches Drop-in

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors

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.

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

T-shirt Designing @ the Library

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Presenter LIVE in the Library, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s

Learn to make and apply designs for a t-shirt using equipment at the Library. Supplies will be provided, or feel free to bring your own t shirt or canvas bag.

Upcoming
Registration Required