Event List

Say goodbye to harsh chemicals and hello to natural cleaning! This demonstration/workshop covers:

Ages 2-6 w/adult

Join Mrs. Julie for a short interactive storytime followed by a craft. 

Learn to use sign language to communicate in basic American Sign Language (ASL).

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

When mysterious spacecraft touch down around the world, a team, including linguist Louise Banks, is brought together to investigate.

Ages 2-6 w/adult

Stir up some fun with your grown up and make your own pancakes.

The Unsolved Murders of Barbara and Patricia Grimes

Quite possibly the most famous and troubling unsolved murders in Chicago history and quite possibly the nation!

High School volunteers grades 9-12 needed to help with the Young Journalists Club. Email Robin, reyman@phpl.info,  if this is your first time volunteering at the library. 

Glorious Exploits by Ferdia Lennon

Calling all writers and artists! The news team is back to collaborate on the spring edition. 

Join Mrs. Julie for stories and so much more!

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.

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. 

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!

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.

Drop in to hear stories and dance your heart out with Mrs. Julie.

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. 

Design and build a miniature city using a variety of reusable materials including cardboard, paper rolls, and more! Supplies provided. No registration required. 

Learn about our robot friends that explore space for humanity! Will include a fun craft for you to take home~

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.

Ages 2-6 w/adult

Shake, rattle, and roll! Explore different music and instruments with the teachers from Bach to Rock. 

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.