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After School Hangout

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!Grades 5-12

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

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!

Grades 5-12

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Family Book Trivia Showdown

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Age Group:
Children, School Age, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Kids and their grownups are invited to test their knowledge about children’s books, both past and present, as they compete against other families. Prizes will be awarded. 

Closed
Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

Kids and their grownups are invited to test their knowledge about children’s books, both past and present, as they compete against other families. Prizes will be awarded. 

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

After School Hangout

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!Grades 5-12

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

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!

Grades 5-12

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

Escape Room: The Arrow Thief

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Help! Someone has stolen Cupid’s arrows and without them, all love will be lost. Help Cupid solve a series of clues left behind by the thief, find the arrows and save love just in ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Entertainment/Enrichment
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Help! Someone has stolen Cupid’s arrows and without them, all love will be lost. Help Cupid solve a series of clues left behind by the thief, find the arrows and save love just in time for Valentine’s Day.

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

After School Hangout

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!Grades 5-12

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

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!

Grades 5-12

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

Hot Chocolate Bombs (Tweens)

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Programs, Food
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

If you love hot chocolate, you’ll love learning how to make your own hot chocolate bombs to keep you warm throughout the winter. They also make wonderful gifts for a special someon...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Creative Programs, Food
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

If you love hot chocolate, you’ll love learning how to make your own hot chocolate bombs to keep you warm throughout the winter. They also make wonderful gifts for a special someone!

Grades 5-8

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

After School Hangout

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!Grades 5-12

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

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!

Grades 5-12

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

After School Hangout

Friday, February 14, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!Grades 5-12

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

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!

Grades 5-12

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

Y.E.H.A.W.: Youth Empowerment for Health Advocacy & Wellness

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Calling all future community leaders in grades 7-12! Join Y.E.H.A.W., Lyons Township's Youth Action Committee, to build life skills, boost wellness, and make a difference through s...

Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Calling all future community leaders in grades 7-12! Join Y.E.H.A.W., Lyons Township's Youth Action Committee, to build life skills, boost wellness, and make a difference through service learning, workshops, and fun events.

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

After School Hangout

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!Grades 5-12

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

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!

Grades 5-12

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

After School Hangout

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!Grades 5-12

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

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!

Grades 5-12

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Freedom Songs: The Music of Black History

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Children, School Age, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

From the work songs of the fields of people who were enduring the bonds of slavery, to Ragtime, Jazz, R&B, and the inspired spirituals of the Civil Rights movement, this play f...

Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

From the work songs of the fields of people who were enduring the bonds of slavery, to Ragtime, Jazz, R&B, and the inspired spirituals of the Civil Rights movement, this play follows the compelling story of the role that music played in the hi

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

Crafting for a Cause: Pillowcases and Paracord Lanyards for Operation Gratitude

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Creative Programs
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Need service hours? Enjoy simple crafting projects? Join us for this service hour earning program that lets you be creative while benefiting a worthy cause. This month we are decor...

Open
Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Creative Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Need service hours? Enjoy simple crafting projects? Join us for this service hour earning program that lets you be creative while benefiting a worthy cause.

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

After School Hangout

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!Grades 5-12

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

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!

Grades 5-12

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

After School Hangout

Friday, February 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!Grades 5-12

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

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays and Fridays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!

Grades 5-12

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

After School Hangout

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!

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

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!

Late Opening-Open at 1:00pm

Friday, March 7, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
La Grange Public Library
Closing
Branches:
La Grange Public Library
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

After School Hangout

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!

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

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!

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

Author Visit: Mindy McGinnis

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Meet award-winning novelist, Mindy McGinnis, in-person at the La Grange Public Library! McGinnis is an Ohio-based farm girl and young adult author of the Edgar Award-winner A Madne...

Open
Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Meet award-winning novelist, Mindy McGinnis, in-person at the La Grange Public Library!

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

YEHAW: Youth Empowerment for Health Advocacy & Wellness

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tyler Duelm Activity Room at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Calling all future community leaders in grades 7-12! Build life skills, boost wellness and make a difference through service learning, workshops and fun events. Project-based servi...

Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Calling all future community leaders in grades 7-12! Build life skills, boost wellness and make a difference through service learning, workshops and fun events.

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

After School Hangout

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!

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

Welcome all teens and tweens! After school on Wednesdays, drop by the Dierkes meeting room on the lower level to hang out with friends, play games, and more!

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

Crafting for a Cause: Bookmarks for Liberation Library

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Need service hours? Enjoy simple crafting projects? Join us for this service hour earning program that lets you be creative while helping a worthy cause. This month we are making b...

Open
Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Need service hours? Enjoy simple crafting projects? Join us for this service hour earning program that lets you be creative while helping a worthy cause.

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

Skittles BINGO

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

It’s Bingo with edible pieces! Play for a chance to win a prize, and even if you don’t win, you can still eat your Skittles after the game.

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

It’s Bingo with edible pieces! Play for a chance to win a prize, and even if you don’t win, you can still eat your Skittles after the game.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

M&M’S® Bingo

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Dierkes at La Grange Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment/Enrichment
Age Group:
Children, School Age, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

All Ages are invited to join us for a rousing competition of M&M’S Bingo! Get a chance to win prizes and eat your bingo markers at the end.All Ages

Open
Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment/Enrichment
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

All Ages are invited to join us for a rousing competition of M&M’S Bingo! Get a chance to win prizes and eat your bingo markers at the end.

All Ages