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Featured Events

Tiny Toes Music

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
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. 

Winter Cinema: Elemental

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
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. 

Spanish Bilingual Storytime

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
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.

Kids Kitchen

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
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.

Overhead partial view of a laptop screen/keyboard, smart phone laying next to a pen

Safer Shopping Online (Tech Tuesdays)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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?

A cute, simple cartoon drawing of an animal face that is half cat/half dog with the text Animal Care League beneath the drawing

Responsible Pet Ownership (Presented by Animal Care League)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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.

Logo that reads Zumba fitness with a line drawing of a human profile inside a green circle

Zumba for Seniors

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:15pm
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.

Volunteer Club (offsite program)

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
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.

After School Hangout

After School Hangout

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:45pm - 4:00pm
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!

child working on art

Art Afternoon

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.

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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.  

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.

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.

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.

Change Makers' Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children, School Age, Tweens
Book Discussion, Civic Engagement, Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment, Historical
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tweens
Program Type: Book Discussion, Civic Engagement, Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment, Historical
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Change Makers to learn about how our winter holidays hold opportunity for community support and respect.

Cookbook Club

12:00pm–1:30pm
Adults
Book Discussion, Creative Programs, Food
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Creative Programs, Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Holiday Cookie Exchange - There is no cookbook this month, instead, bring four dozen of your favorite holiday cookie to exchange and a copy of the recipe. Soup will be provided while we talk cookies.

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Branches:
La Grange Public Library

Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
La Grange Public Library

LEGO® Color Challenge

2:00pm–3:00pm
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:

Think you can build something awesome with just ONE color of LEGO bricks? It’s trickier than it sounds, but that’s what makes it fun! Use your imagination and see what amazing one-color creations you can dream up.

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Branches:
La Grange Public Library

Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
La Grange Public Library

Adult Improv

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Registration Required
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.

LEGO® Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
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:

Bring your imagination and creativity! 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

K-grade 6

Solo Aging (Live Well Series)

1:00pm–2:30pm
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:

Successful solo aging requires planning, like building robust social networks, engaging in health and wellness activities and securing a financial future. Learn valuable tips for those on their solo aging journey.

Change Makers' Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children, School Age, Tweens
Book Discussion, Civic Engagement, Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment, Historical
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tweens
Program Type: Book Discussion, Civic Engagement, Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment, Historical
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Change Makers will join in the Library-wide Day of Service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr's holiday.  We'll participate in activities throughout the library  to make items for local organizations. 

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.  

Valentine Book Box

7:00pm–8:45pm
Adults
Creative Programs
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you need a box to store all your Valentines? Or perhaps your remote? Make a playing card (hearts) decoupaged book box. Registration opens January 2.

Cookbook Club

12:00pm–1:30pm
Adults
Book Discussion, Creative Programs, Food
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Creative Programs, Food
Registration Required
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.

Found Object Collage Art

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children, School Age
Creative Programs
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Creative Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get creative and turn everyday items into art! Kids will explore the idea that anything can be an art supply—buttons, string, magazine cut-outs and more.

Tinker Time

3:00pm–4:00pm
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:

Stop by the Library ready to build with friends. Each month there will be a variety of materials available to create projects big or small.

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.  

Adult Improv

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Registration Required
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.

LEGO® Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
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:

Bring your imagination and creativity! 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

K-grade 6

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.