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Tiny Toes Music

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool

Join us for musical fun with your little one! Tiny Toes Music features fun songs, dancing, a storybook and instrument activities especially created for young children. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Entertainment/Enrichment, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for musical fun with your little one! Tiny Toes Music features fun songs, dancing, a storybook and instrument activities especially created for young children. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Winter Cinema: Elemental

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Children

Warm up to a movie on our big screen. Feel free to bring a snack; and a friend or two. 

Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment/Enrichment
Event Details:

Warm up to a movie on our big screen. Feel free to bring a snack; and a friend or two. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Spanish Bilingual Storytime

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool

Join us as a storyteller shares books and rhymes in Spanish. Children will learn Spanish words with the help of engaging stories and an emphasis on repetition for children’s developing minds. The storytime includes games and crafts.

Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Join us as a storyteller shares books and rhymes in Spanish. Children will learn Spanish words with the help of engaging stories and an emphasis on repetition for children’s developing minds. The storytime includes games and crafts.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Dementia 101

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Informational
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for this discussion to learn about common types of dementia, risk factors, signs and symptoms, plus positive approaches to engaging loved ones with dementia.

Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Informational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this discussion to learn about common types of dementia, risk factors, signs and symptoms, plus positive approaches to engaging loved ones with dementia.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Kids Kitchen

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Age Group:
Children, School Age

What’s that yummy taste hiding in our food? Is it salty, sweet, or maybe something magical? In this cooking series, we’ll sniff, taste, and explore the secret flavors that come from herbs.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

What’s that yummy taste hiding in our food? Is it salty, sweet, or maybe something magical? In this cooking series, we’ll sniff, taste, and explore the secret flavors that come from herbs.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

In My Neighborhood Storytime

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool

We'll celebrate the places and people we see every day in our neighborhood through stories, songs, and movement.

 

Ages birth-3.

Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

We'll celebrate the places and people we see every day in our neighborhood through stories, songs, and movement.

 

Ages birth-3.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech One-On-One Help

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Let us help you with your technology questions. 

Topics covered include:  

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let us help you with your technology questions. 

Topics covered include:  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech One-On-One Help

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

We'd like to help you with your technology questions. Sign up for help on topics such as using your email, searching the internet, using your phone, or accessing our digital library (eBooks or audiobooks).

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'd like to help you with your technology questions. Sign up for help on topics such as using your email, searching the internet, using your phone, or accessing our digital library (eBooks or audiobooks).

This event is in the "Adults" group

Safer Shopping Online (Tech Tuesdays)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Online shopping is widely used and often very convenient, but how can you tell if your information is safe?

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Online shopping is widely used and often very convenient, but how can you tell if your information is safe?

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

Responsible Pet Ownership (Presented by Animal Care League)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Informational, Partnership
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Explore the core principles of pet guardianship, focusing on informed care for a pet’s health, safety and emotional well-being. Topics include preventive veterinary care, nutrition, training and reading animal body language to enhance safety.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Informational, Partnership
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the core principles of pet guardianship, focusing on informed care for a pet’s health, safety and emotional well-being. Topics include preventive veterinary care, nutrition, training and reading animal body language to enhance safety.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Zumba for Seniors

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:15pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Zumba instructor Rene Collins-Maragh will lead the class in a low to moderate intensity workout. Walk in ready to have a blast and tone up; leave exhilarated and empowered. All fitness levels are welcome.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Zumba instructor Rene Collins-Maragh will lead the class in a low to moderate intensity workout. Walk in ready to have a blast and tone up; leave exhilarated and empowered. All fitness levels are welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Volunteer Club (offsite program)

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Partnership
Age Group:
Adults

Join our group for a fun and rewarding volunteer experience with a local community service partner, the Children’s Community Closet, located at 500 E. 31st, La Grange Park, at St. Michael’s Church.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Partnership
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our group for a fun and rewarding volunteer experience with a local community service partner, the Children’s Community Closet, located at 500 E. 31st, La Grange Park, at St. Michael’s Church.

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

After School Hangout

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:45pm - 4:00pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

After school on Wednesdays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, enjoy snacks and more!

Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Entertainment/Enrichment
Event Details:

After school on Wednesdays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, enjoy snacks and more!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Art Afternoon

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tyler Duelm Activity Room at La Grange Public Library
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Calling all artists! Stop by the Library and create an original piece of art using a variety of materials available for self-directed creativity. Finish your project by the end of the hour or bring it next month for completion.

Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Event Details:

Calling all artists! Stop by the Library and create an original piece of art using a variety of materials available for self-directed creativity. Finish your project by the end of the hour or bring it next month for completion.

This event is in the "Adults" group

La Grange Writers Group

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Feeling creative? Join the La Grange Writers Group! Get feedback on your work and give feedback to other local authors. Drop-ins welcome.  

Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs
Event Details:

Feeling creative? Join the La Grange Writers Group! Get feedback on your work and give feedback to other local authors. Drop-ins welcome.  

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

In My Neighborhood Storytime

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool

We'll celebrate the places and people we see every day in our neighborhood through stories, songs, and movement.

 

Ages birth-3.

Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

We'll celebrate the places and people we see every day in our neighborhood through stories, songs, and movement.

 

Ages birth-3.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech One-On-One Help

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

We'd like to help you with your technology questions. Sign up for help on topics such as using your email, searching the internet, using your phone, or accessing our digital library (eBooks or audiobooks).

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'd like to help you with your technology questions. Sign up for help on topics such as using your email, searching the internet, using your phone, or accessing our digital library (eBooks or audiobooks).

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech One-On-One Help

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

We'd like to help you with your technology questions. Sign up for help on topics such as using your email, searching the internet, using your phone, or accessing our digital library (eBooks or audiobooks).

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'd like to help you with your technology questions. Sign up for help on topics such as using your email, searching the internet, using your phone, or accessing our digital library (eBooks or audiobooks).

This event is in the "Adults" group

Hold That Thought (Live Well Series)

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Adults

Have you ever gone into a room and forgotten why you went in there? Memory does change as we age, but forgetfulness is common for people at all stages of life.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever gone into a room and forgotten why you went in there? Memory does change as we age, but forgetfulness is common for people at all stages of life.

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

Hot Chocolate and Book Tasting (Tween/Teen)

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Food
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Sip, sample and explore! Warm up with a variety of hot chocolate flavors, then “taste” a curated selection of exciting new and popular books. It’s a great way to stock up for Winter Reading or get holiday gifting ideas.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Book Discussion, Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sip, sample and explore! Warm up with a variety of hot chocolate flavors, then “taste” a curated selection of exciting new and popular books. It’s a great way to stock up for Winter Reading or get holiday gifting ideas.

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

Border Patrol and the National Guard

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Informational, Partnership
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

What does it means for us to have ICE, Border Patrol, and the National Guard in our Communities? What are the rights of immigrants, protesters and residents? What can we do to protect our civil rights?

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Informational, Partnership
Registration Required
Event Details:

What does it means for us to have ICE, Border Patrol, and the National Guard in our Communities? What are the rights of immigrants, protesters and residents? What can we do to protect our civil rights?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Holiday Tree

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Tyler Duelm Activity Room at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Programs
Age Group:
Adults

We'll be making a 15 inch holiday tree on a candle stand topped with a big bow. The most bang for your buck! Registration opens December 1.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'll be making a 15 inch holiday tree on a candle stand topped with a big bow. The most bang for your buck! Registration opens December 1.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Winter Stars Craft

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Create beautiful stars using paper bags! Participants will make two stars, perfect for the winter season.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create beautiful stars using paper bags! Participants will make two stars, perfect for the winter season.

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

Finals Study Session

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Need a quiet place to hit the books? Teens are invited to use the large meeting room to study at the Library December 16-19. We’ll provide WiFi, snacks and plenty of room to spread out and study.

Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Need a quiet place to hit the books? Teens are invited to use the large meeting room to study at the Library December 16-19. We’ll provide WiFi, snacks and plenty of room to spread out and study.