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Tiny Toes Music

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Entertainment/Enrichment, Storytime
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

2:30pm–4:30pm
Children
Entertainment/Enrichment
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

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
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

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Health & Wellness, Informational
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

3:45pm–4:45pm
Children, School Age
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

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
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

10:30am–11:00am
Adults
Technology
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

11:00am–11:30am
Adults
Technology
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)

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Technology
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)

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Civic Engagement, Informational, Partnership
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

11:00am–12:15pm
Adults
Health & Wellness
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)

12:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Civic Engagement, Partnership
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

2:45pm–4:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Entertainment/Enrichment
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

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children, School Age
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

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Creative Programs
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

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Babies/Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
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

10:30am–11:00am
Adults
Technology
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

11:00am–11:30am
Adults
Technology
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)

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Civic Engagement, Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
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)

3:45pm–4:45pm
Tweens, Teens
Book Discussion, Food
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

7:00pm–8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Civic Engagement, Informational, Partnership
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

7:00pm–8:45pm
Adults
Creative Programs
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

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Creative Programs
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

3:00pm–7:00pm
Tweens, Teens
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.