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ILP: Babel-On with R.F. Kuang (ZOOM)

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Programs at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Author, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors

R.F. Kuang’s genre-bending fiction broaches ordinarily serious topics from a satirical and fantastical perspective.

Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group
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Inkscape 101

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, 20s and 30s

Learn to use Inkscape, a free and open-source graphics editor, in order to design projects for our laser cutter. The project for this class will be etching pint glasses. Materials will be provided.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "20s and 30s" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Adult Chess Club

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors

Join us for chess club, led by an experienced volunteer. All levels welcome! 

 

 

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

Weiss Ratings Database - Saving for Retirement

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Programs at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Technology Class, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults

Whether you're 10, 20, or 30 years away from retirement, this webinar will discuss a number of ways that you can plan and save for retirement. We’ll discuss:

Virtual Event
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Beginner Watercolors

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors

Explore watercolor painting in this beginner-friendly class. Learn simple techniques, experiment with color, and create a small painting while building confidence with this relaxing and creative medium. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "20s and 30s" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Travel: Joyous Japan

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Travel, Virtual AND In Person Option
Age Group:
Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors

Japan is the only country among over 60 explored that left world traveler Brian Michalski heartbroken to leave.

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

Youth Volunteers Needed - Bookies Book Club

Wednesday, May 20, 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 "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
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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.

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Creative Crafters Drop-in

Thursday, May 21, 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.

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Family Game Night

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors, Family, Everyone

Join us for our multicultural Family Game Night! Games included are: Chess, Ludo, Mahjong, Checkers, Jump-In - and many of your classic favorites including Chutes and Ladders!

Ages 3 and up

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

Kite Adventures!

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens

Decorate your own unique kite and then take it outside for a spin (if weather permits)!

 

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

Music Makers

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Age Group:
Youth

Ages 2-6 w/adult

Shake, rattle, and roll with Miss. Claire from Bach to Rock.

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

Online Selling Basics

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Looking to declutter your house? Join us for Online Selling Basics. You will learn all about different online marketplaces, what you need to sell an item, how to post it, and more in this class.

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

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Library Board Meeting
Age Group:
Everyone
General Library Board meeting:

Monthly meeting of the Library's Board of Trustees. Library Board of Trustee meetings are open to the public

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

Historical Portrayal: Lucille Ball

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Performance, Presenter LIVE in the Library
Age Group:
Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors

In the 1950s, comedienne Lucille Ball captured the hearts of television audiences across the nation.

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

Twinkle Toes

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Age Group:
Youth

Ages 2-6 w/adult

Let’s get movin’ and groovin’ with Mrs. Natalie from Move the Beat. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "20s and 30s" group
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Movie: 25 Cats from Qatar

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors
Qatar is one of the wealthiest countries in the world, but beneath its glittering exterior lies a world populated by millions of street cats, often starving and in poor health.
Upcoming
Registration Required
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
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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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Medicare 101

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Community, Presenter LIVE in the Library
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Medicare can be challenging and confusing.

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

Messy Monday

Monday, June 8, 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