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

K-Pop Demon Hunters Party

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Community, Crafts, Games, Movie
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens

We’re goin’ up, up, up! It’s our moment! Join us for a spectacular drop-in party featuring crafts, music, dancing and snacks. It’s gonna be golden! No 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 "Youth" group

Messy Monday

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Youth

Ages 2-6 w/adult

Come create a masterpiece with your little one. 

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

Tuesday Tales

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:15am
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Join Mrs. Julie for stories and so much more!

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!

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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
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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
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LEGO Builders Club

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

Grades K-5

Start with free build fun, get surprised halfway with a twisty new task, and take home a LEGO mystery accessory each time! Bricks, brains, and big imaginations welcome!

 

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Registration Required
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In Stitches Drop-in

Wednesday, February 4, 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 "Tweens" group

Smash Bros. Tourney!

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens

Play as your favorite video game characters and defeat your rivals in a fun virtual fight! (No DLC characters will be available.

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

Coding Club!

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M
Age Group:
Youth

Join our code master and think like a computer while programming with cool games and activities! 

Upcoming
Registration Required

VITA Free Tax Preparation

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Community

IRS-Certified volunteers provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals. To qualify taxpayers must have an income of $67, 000 or less, or be disabled, or English is a second language.

Upcoming
Registration Required

VITA Free Tax Preparation

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Community

IRS-Certified volunteers provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals. To qualify taxpayers must have an income of $67, 000 or less, or be disabled, or English is a second language.

Upcoming
Registration Required

VITA Free Tax Preparation

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Community

IRS-Certified volunteers provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals. To qualify taxpayers must have an income of $67, 000 or less, or be disabled, or English is a second language.

Upcoming
Registration Required

VITA Free Tax Preparation

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 12:45pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Community

IRS-Certified volunteers provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals. To qualify taxpayers must have an income of $67, 000 or less, or be disabled, or English is a second language.

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 "Youth" group

Adventure Club

Monday, February 9, 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 Vermont.

Upcoming
Registration Required
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Constellation Embroidery

Monday, February 9, 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

Bring the night sky into your home with hand-embroidered zodiac constellations.

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

Tuesday Tales

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:15am
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Join Mrs. Julie for stories and so much more!

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!