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Drop-In Craft Creations #2

Drop-In Craft Creations: Washi Tape Bookmarks

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Event Details:

Grades 6 through 12, drop by on the third Tuesday of the month for a casual crafting session set up in the Teen Room on the second floor. Invite a friend, make your craft and feel free to hang around afterward.

 

After

After School Hangout

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Entertainment/Enrichment
Event Details:

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

Tinker Time

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.

cartoon picture of doctor surrounded by various medical devices

Medicare Seminar

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Learn about Medicare changes and how to select the best Medicare Supplement plan and Part D Drug plan. Presented by Courtenay Erb of Access Benefit Plan Consultants.

image of the film title and "Indie Lens Pop Up"

Indie Lens Pop Up: The Librarians

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Entertainment/Enrichment, Informational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy documentaries featured on PBS’s Independent Lens. These screenings offer a space for sharing ideas and making connections that shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. 

Drawing of library building with the words Help Secure the Library's Future

Library Foundation Celebration

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Informational, Partnership
Registration Required
Event Details:

National Library Week Celebration

The Librarians cover photos featuring large book, three shadowy figures a due date card and flames

Indie Lens Pop Up The Librarian Encore Screening

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Dierkes
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Entertainment/Enrichment, Informational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy documentaries featured on PBS’s Independent Lens. These screenings offer a space for sharing ideas and making connections that shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. 

Kid Librarian

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tweens
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Registration Required
Event Details:

Try out being a librarian and have your own display for a month!

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Recycle & Grow Session A

3:30pm–4:00pm
Children, School Age
Creative Programs
Closed
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:

Celebrate Earth Day at the Library with a hands-on, get-your-hands-dirty project! Turn old newspapers into little plant pots, then fill them with seeds that will bloom into bright summer flowers. 

Drop-In Craft Creations: Washi Tape Bookmarks

3:45pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Event Details:

Grades 6 through 12, drop by on the third Tuesday of the month for a casual crafting session set up in the Teen Room on the second floor. Invite a friend, make your craft and feel free to hang around afterward.

 

Recycle & Grow Session B

4:00pm–4:30pm
Children, School Age
Creative Programs
Closed
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:

Celebrate Earth Day at the Library with a hands-on, get-your-hands-dirty project! Turn old newspapers into little plant pots, then fill them with seeds that will bloom into bright summer flowers. 

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.  

Board Game Workshop: Play & Learn

6:30pm–8:00pm
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:

Discover modern board games that will actually make you want to host game night. Our Library expert will guide you through the latest hits—strategy games, party favorites and hidden gems. Learn, play and find games worth gathering for.

Maker Monday: Mod Podge Notebooks

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Creative Programs
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Tyler Duelm Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own personalized notebook using Mod Podge, patterned papers and a little creativity! We’ll provide notebooks and all supplies—you bring your imagination. Perfect for gift-giving or keeping for yourself!

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.  

Drop-In Craft Creations: Needle Felt Bead Strands

3:45pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Library Branch: La Grange Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Creative Programs, Entertainment/Enrichment
Event Details:

Grades 6 through 12, drop by on the third Tuesday of the month for a casual crafting session set up in the Teen Room on the second floor. Invite a friend, make your craft and feel free to hang around afterward.

 

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:

Join us for a new type of book club! Register and pick up a copy of the cookbook, That Sounds So Good by Carla Lalli Music at the Adult Services Desk.

Bright and Beautiful Birdhouses

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 somewhere to put that bird you made in April? We’ve got you covered! We'll be decorating some wooden birdhouses. Decoupage or painting or both. Your choice! Registration opens May 1

Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
La Grange Public Library

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.  

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.  

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.  

Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
La Grange Public Library

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.  

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.  

Closed for Staff Training

All Day
Closing
Branches:
La Grange Public Library

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.  

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.  

Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
La Grange Public Library

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.  

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.