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Slowing Down with Amy Tan

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual (Live) at Online
Program Type:
Arts, Culture & Travel, Books, Authors & Writing, Illinois Libraries Present, Movies, Special Event, Special Presenters & Performers, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

National Humanities Medal winner and bestselling author of The Joy Luck Club, Amy Tan joins us to share on her body of work and reflect on the wonder of slowing down and savoring t...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Room: Virtual (Live)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Books, Authors & Writing, Illinois Libraries Present, Movies, Special Event, Special Presenters & Performers, Virtual
Event Details:

National Humanities Medal winner and bestselling author of The Joy Luck Club, Amy Tan joins us to share on her body of work and reflect on the wonder of slowing down and savoring the quiet moments.

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

Documentary Screening: 9 to 5: The Story of a Movement

All Day 3/21 - 3/23
Virtual (Live) at Online
Program Type:
Arts, Culture & Travel, History & Genealogy, Illinois Libraries Present, Special Event, Special Presenters & Performers, Virtual
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Watch the award winning documentary from the comfort of your home! The documentary highlights the creation of the 9to5 movement, established to fight for workplace equity and again...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Room: Virtual (Live)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, History & Genealogy, Illinois Libraries Present, Special Event, Special Presenters & Performers, Virtual
Event Details:

Watch the award winning documentary from the comfort of your home!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ultimate Instant Ramen Showdown Kit Pick Up

Monday, March 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture & Travel, Cooking & Food, Grab & Go for Kids, Take & Make / StudioDIY
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate National Ramen Day with The Ultimate Instant Ramen Showdown!Pick up your ramen tasting kit at the library starting Monday at 10 AM, then gather up to four friends or fami...

Library Branch: Main Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Cooking & Food, Grab & Go for Kids, Take & Make / StudioDIY
Event Details:

Celebrate National Ramen Day with The Ultimate Instant Ramen Showdown!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ultimate Instant Ramen Showdown Voting

03/31/2025 @ 10:00am to 04/11/2025 @ 4:00pm
Online
Program Type:
Arts, Culture & Travel, Cooking & Food, Grab & Go for Kids, Take & Make / StudioDIY
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate National Ramen Day with The Ultimate Instant Ramen Showdown!Pick up your ramen tasting kit at the library starting Monday at 10 AM, then gather up to four friends or fami...

Library Branch: Online
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Cooking & Food, Grab & Go for Kids, Take & Make / StudioDIY
Event Details:

Celebrate National Ramen Day with The Ultimate Instant Ramen Showdown!

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

Quarterly Activity Packet: The Leisurely Librarian

All Day
Adult Tech Center at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture & Travel, Social, Games & Entertainment, Take & Make / StudioDIY
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Introducing a now quarterly activity book designed just for adults! Features puzzles, reading recommendations, recipes, games, and more all in large print. Packets are available on...

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Adult Tech Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Social, Games & Entertainment, Take & Make / StudioDIY
Event Details:

Introducing a now quarterly activity book designed just for adults! Features puzzles, reading recommendations, recipes, games, and more all in large print.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Celebrate National Ramen Day

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Video (Pre-Recorded) at Online
Program Type:
Arts, Culture & Travel, Cooking & Food, Education & Skills, Virtual
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join Kyra (from Cooking with Kyra) and Kelli Jean (from Spice Club) as they dive into the world of ramen! They'll explore its rich history, diverse flavors, and even ramen-the...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Online
Room: Video (Pre-Recorded)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Cooking & Food, Education & Skills, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join Kyra (from Cooking with Kyra) and Kelli Jean (from Spice Club) as they dive into the world of ramen! 

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

Tranquil Tuesdays: Scrabble Tile Keychains & Pendants

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture & Travel, Health & Wellness, Social, Games & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Take some time for yourself at the library! Each Tranquil Tuesday will feature a variety of mindfulness and relaxation activities. Come and go as you please during the drop-in...

Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Health & Wellness, Social, Games & Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Take some time for yourself at the library! Each Tranquil Tuesday will feature a variety of mindfulness and relaxation activities. 

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

Lucy! An Original Solo Musical Based on the Life of Lucille Ball

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 5:15pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture & Travel, Special Presenters & Performers
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for Lucy!, a solo musical performed by Jilliann Gabrielle of Paradise Playhouse, showcasing Lucille Ball's incredible life. Lucille, the most famous American comedienne, wa...

Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Special Presenters & Performers
Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

Join us for Lucy!, a solo musical performed by Jilliann Gabrielle of Paradise Playhouse, showcasing Lucille Ball's incredible life.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Take the Trip: Why Traveling is Good for Your Health

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture & Travel, Education & Skills, Special Presenters & Performers
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Did you know nearly two-thirds of Americans don’t use all their vacation time, including paid time off? Join local travel agent Charlene Recio to explore the benefits of taking you...

Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Education & Skills, Special Presenters & Performers
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Did you know nearly two-thirds of Americans don’t use all their vacation time, including paid time off? Join local travel agent Charlene Recio to explore the benefits of taking your vacation time and traveling.

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

Tranquil Tuesdays

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture & Travel, Health & Wellness, Social, Games & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Take some time for yourself at the library! Each Tranquil Tuesday will feature a variety of drop-in mindfulness and relaxation activities, coloring pages, calm music, a craft an...

Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Health & Wellness, Social, Games & Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Take some time for yourself at the library!