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TinkerCAD Challenge: Make a Fidget Spinner using codeblocks

All Day 4/1–4/30
Adults, School-Age Kids, Teens, Tweens
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Apr 1
-
30
2023

TinkerCAD Challenge: Make a Fidget Spinner using codeblocks

All Day 4/1–4/30
Adults, School-Age Kids, Teens, Tweens
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults, School-Age Kids, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

4th Grade to Adults. Challenge yourself with 3D printing projects! Watch our Challenge video, log into TinkerCAD, and create your Challenge design.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Little Free Seed Library

All Day 4/11–4/29
All Ages
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Apr 11
-
29
2023

Little Free Seed Library

All Day 4/11–4/29
All Ages
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Adult Tech Center
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Grab & Go for Kids
Event Details:

The little free seed library is back in Adult & Teen Services! Come ROOT through our seed collection including herbs, leafy greens, flowers, vegetables & more. We also will accept donations of open seeds in original packaging.

10 am
This event is in the "Babies" group

Movers + Shakers

10:30am–11:00am
Babies
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Babies" group
Apr 24 2023 Mon

Movers + Shakers

10:30am–11:00am
Babies
Closed
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Books, songs, rhymes, and bounces for on-the-move babies with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome. Registration required.

This event is in the "PreK" group

Wacky Rascals

10:30am–11:00am
PreK
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "PreK" group
Apr 25 2023 Tue

Wacky Rascals

10:30am–11:00am
PreK
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: PreK
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4 - 6. Get wacky with songs and silly stories, then wrap it all up with some creative mischief. Dress for mess. Registration required.

This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "PreK" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

Music Makers

10:30am–11:00am
Birth - Pre-K, Babies, PreK, Toddlers, School-Age Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Birth - Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "PreK" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Apr 26 2023 Wed

Music Makers

10:30am–11:00am
Birth - Pre-K, Babies, PreK, Toddlers, School-Age Kids
Closed
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth - Pre-K, Babies, PreK, Toddlers, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 0–6 years with a caregiver Storytime Room at the Library. Listen to stories and explore music while we dance around and sing songs. Registration required.

 

This event is in the "Toddlers" group

Wee Readers

10:30am–11:00am
Toddlers
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Apr 27 2023 Thu

Wee Readers

10:30am–11:00am
Toddlers
Closed
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2-3 Storytime Room at the Library Get ready for super stories, spectacular songs, and silly rhymes. Registration required. 

 

Maker Day

10:00am–2:00pm
Apr 29 2023 Sat

Maker Day

10:00am–2:00pm
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Entire Library
Event Details:

Calling all Makers, Maker Day is back and in-person! Get hands-on with all that the Library has to offer as we conclude National Library Week.

This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

Meet & Draw with Local Children's Author, Renee Galvin

10:15am–11:00am
School-Age Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Apr 29 2023 Sat

Meet & Draw with Local Children's Author, Renee Galvin

10:15am–11:00am
School-Age Kids
Closed
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: School-Age Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Making, , Special Presenters & Performers,
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 5-12 Meet local children's author/illustrator, Renee Galvin and discover what goes into creating a picture book.

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

Natural Soap Making with Gemstone Embellishment

10:30am–11:15am
Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr 29 2023 Sat

Natural Soap Making with Gemstone Embellishment

10:30am–11:15am
Teens, Adults
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: , Crafts & Making, , Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Soapy Roads of Lombard for this Natural Soapmaking Class! Learn about the properties of natural soaps including color, fragrance, and add-ins like plants & clay.

11 am
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Crochet for Beginners

11:30am–12:15pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr 29 2023 Sat

Crochet for Beginners

11:30am–12:15pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: , Crafts & Making,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to crochet with this hands-on workshop! Follow along with crochet enthusiast, Susan Lennox, as she goes over a few basic stitches and gets you started on great projects for beginners.

12 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Homemade Cards with the Zentangle Method

12:30pm–1:15pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr 29 2023 Sat

Homemade Cards with the Zentangle Method

12:30pm–1:15pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: , Crafts & Making,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about the Zentangle method and use the practice to create a card!

1 pm
2 pm
3 pm
4 pm
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

Mad Scientist Lab

4:30pm–5:15pm
School-Age Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Apr 24 2023 Mon

Mad Scientist Lab

4:30pm–5:15pm
School-Age Kids
Closed
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: School-Age Kids
Program Type:
Registration Required
Event Details:

1st-4th Grade Storytime Room at the Library Do you love hands-on activities?

5 pm
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

LEGO Club

5:00pm–5:30pm
School-Age Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Apr 27 2023 Thu

LEGO Club

5:00pm–5:30pm
School-Age Kids
Closed
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: School-Age Kids
Program Type:
Registration Required
Event Details:

1st-5th grade We supply the bricks and you bring your imagination! Come build your own creation with friends. 

6 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

New Life For Old Bags (Community Group)

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr 24 2023 Mon

New Life For Old Bags (Community Group)

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Making, , Community Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all crocheters, community service seekers, and charitable hearts. Join the local NLOB chapter as we make mats for the homeless from plastic grocery bags. We have plenty of plarn ready to crochet into mats!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Steps for Success: Job Searching & Placement for Persons with Disabilities

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr 25 2023 Tue

Steps for Success: Job Searching & Placement for Persons with Disabilities

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: , Education & Skills
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you or someone you know a job seeker with disabilities? Learn about different tools to find employment opportunities as well as advice for positive career outcomes with Garret Rosiek.

Friends of the Library Meeting

6:00pm–7:45pm
Apr 26 2023 Wed

Friends of the Library Meeting

6:00pm–7:45pm
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Program Type: ,
Event Details:

Join us for our Friends of the Library monthly meeting. For more information on the Friends of the Library, visit https://www.newlenoxlibrary.org/about/friends.

 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Currently Reading: Teen Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
Apr 27 2023 Thu

Currently Reading: Teen Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Closed
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Teen Scene
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books, Authors & Writing,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a fun, informal, opportunity to discuss what you're currently reading or listening to? Join this teen-led group where we talk about books, share ideas, and get inspiration for new reads. We also eat snacks and play games!

7 pm
This event is in the "PreK" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group

Pajama Time: Luau!

7:00pm–7:30pm
PreK, School-Age Kids
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "PreK" group
This event is in the "School-Age Kids" group
Apr 25 2023 Tue

Pajama Time: Luau!

7:00pm–7:30pm
PreK, School-Age Kids
Closed
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Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: PreK, School-Age Kids
Program Type: , Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3–8 with a caregiver. Storytime Room at the Library. Throw on your jammies for a family slumber party! Grab your favorite stuffed animal and cuddle up for bedtime stories and a simple craft.

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