We’ll deliver reading lists right to your inbox along with hidden gems, bestsellers, and related titles. Choose from 24 newsletters, each one focused on a genre or topic.
Fuse Bead Fun
Create patterns, pictures, and designs with Perler beads, and we’ll fuse them into lasting works of art.
Snowman Painting
Come in from the cold and paint your own cheerful snowman! Add hats, scarves, and plenty of personality to your frosty friend.
The Music of Beyoncé
From Destiny’s Child to Renaissance, Beyoncé’s influence knows no bounds. Join John Dorhauer from Elmhurst University’s Music Department for a dynamic exploration of her trailblazing career.
Duct Tape Roses
Duct tape isn’t just for fixing things, it’s for creating them too! Make bright, long-lasting roses to keep or give as a gift.
Arte de San Valentín
Descubre una hermosa técnica de acuarela perfecta para crear arte inspirado en el Día de San Valentín.
Eight Women Who Changed Astronomy
Join Michelle Nichols, Director of Public Observing at the Adler Planetarium, for a fascinating look at eight remarkable women whose discoveries and grit forever changed our view of the cosmos.
Love Is In the Air: Old Time Radio Shows
Tune the dial to love and laughter! Those Were the Days Radio Players West will bring three Valentine’s Day–themed Golden Age radio shows to life.
Superhero Saturday
Suit up for our third annual Superhero Saturday! Enjoy crafts, games, and an action-packed obstacle course, then meet some special superhero guests. Bring your best heroic energy… and maybe your cape, too!
Author Meet & Greet: Karla Valenti
Meet Karla Valenti, the Pura Belpré award winning author of best selling books for children in English and Spanish. Purchase a book, or stay for our book drawing, and get an autograph!
Choose from a variety of free events and activities at your library every week. We offer author visits, storytimes and book clubs. You can learn technology skills, make a craft, improve your English, attend musical performances or movie screenings, and so much more.
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