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This event is in the "School Age" group.

Storybook Theater

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Children, School Age
Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

 In Storybook Theater, kids bring folk and fairy tales to life through fun readers theater! No acting experience needed—just come ready to imagine, play and enjoy some favorite stories together.

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

Crafting for a Cause: Valentine’s Day Cards for Hospitalized Kids

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Civic Engagement, Creative Programs
Open
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Creative Programs
Registration 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 benefiting a worthy cause.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cookbook Club

12:30pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Book Discussion, Creative Programs, Food
Open
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Creative Programs, Food
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Bring your treat to share while we discuss the cookbook of the month. Register and pick up a copy of the cookbook at the Adult Services Desk. Visit our website for monthly titles.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Simple Storytelling

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn the basics of how to tell a compelling story! Join master storyteller Errol McLendon for a fun introduction to storytelling.

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

Change Makers' Club

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Children, School Age
Book Discussion, Civic Engagement, Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment, Historical
Open
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Book Discussion, Civic Engagement, Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment, Historical
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Do you want to make the world a better place? We’ll read a book about someone who made a positive impact on their community, then explore the topic through discussion, and a game or a craft.

Grades 3-6

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

Dungeons & Dragons 101

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Open
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

Join D&D master, Steve Hurovitz, for a fun introduction to this role-playing game. Learn about its history, game basics and how to quickly start exploring new worlds and battling monsters.

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

What is YOUR SUPER- POWER?

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Children, School Age
Creative Programs
Open
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Creative Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

This fun art workshop combining self-reflection, personal narrative, and mixed media visual expression. Create a colorful self-portrait sharing uniqueness of your personality, interests, and passions.

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

Hot Chocolate Bombs (Teen/Adult)

5:00pm - 6:15pm
Teens, Adults
Creative Programs, Food
Open
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs, Food
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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!

Ages 12 and up

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Valentine Decor

7:00pm - 8:45pm
Adults
Creative Programs
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Get a head start on Valentine's Day with a vintage Valentine decoration.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Simple Storytelling

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn the basics of how to tell a compelling story! Join master storyteller Errol McLendon for a fun introduction to storytelling.

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

LEGO® Club

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Children, School Age
Creative Programs
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Creative Programs
Event Details:

LEGO enthusiasts are invited to meet and work individually or as a group. All supplies will be provided, and your project will be on display until the next LEGO Club. Bring your imagination and creativity! 

K-grade 6

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Poetry Workshop: Everyone's Type

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Creative Programs
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join Chicago poets Lisa Marie Farver and Anna Poeht as they teach you how to use a vintage typewriter to write a romantic sonnet for your sweetie, a haiku to a friend you adore, or even an anti-Valentine’s Day ode. Typewriters, paper, and oth

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

Hot Chocolate Bombs (Tweens)

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Tweens, Teens
Creative Programs, Food
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Creative Programs, Food
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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 "Adults" group.

Adult Improv

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Open
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Looking for a way to let your inner comedian run free? Want to improve your quick-thinking skills? Join us for a night of spontaneous comedy! All skill levels welcome. Warning: hilarity will ensue.

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

Astrology 101

7:00pm - 8:15pm
Teens, Adults
Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Open
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Learn about the sun, moon, and rising signs. As well as planets, and how to read your natal chart to avoid future problems, learn your strengths, and embrace your best self.

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 "Adults" group.

REC Hour - Relax, Engage, Connect

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Civic Engagement, Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Open
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us for refreshments, a short program or activity and some good conversation. This program is focused on learning something new while enjoying a fun activity and having time to talk and connect with your neighbors. 

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

Change Makers' Club

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Children, School Age
Book Discussion, Civic Engagement, Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment, Historical
Open
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Book Discussion, Civic Engagement, Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment, Historical
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Do you want to make the world a better place? We’ll read a book about someone who made a positive impact on their community, then explore the topic through discussion, and a game or a craft.

Grades 3-6

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cookbook Club

12:30pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Book Discussion, Creative Programs, Food
Open
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Creative Programs, Food
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Bring your treat to share while we discuss the cookbook of the month. Register and pick up a copy of the cookbook at the Adult Services Desk. Visit our website for monthly titles.

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

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Civic Engagement, Creative Programs
Open
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Creative Programs
Registration 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 benefiting a worthy cause.

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 "Adults" group.

Shamrock Wreath

7:00pm - 8:45pm
Adults
Creative Programs
Registration
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Celebrate Spring and St. Patrick's Day with a lovely paper wreath. You will only need to be able to cut and fold. 

Late Opening-Open at 1:00pm

9:00am - 1:00pm
Closing
Branches:
La Grange Public Library