September 2021
Plan Your Visit!
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday:
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
 
Tuesday and Thursday:
12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
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CURBSIDE PICKUP SERVICES:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday:
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
 
Tuesday and Thursday:
1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Holiday Closing:
Labor Day
 
THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED ON
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH
IN OBSERVANCE OF LABOR DAY.
Available Services:
  • Checking Out and Browsing Materials (Books, Movies, and Periodicals)
  • Curbside Pickup Services
  • Returning Materials * ALL DROPS OPEN FOR RETURNS! *
  • Applying For and Renewing Library Cards
  • Self-Service Copying and Printing
  • Self-Service Computer Usage * 1 HOUR LIMIT; FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS *
  • Study Rooms * 1 HOUR LIMIT; FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS; LIMIT 1-3 PATRONS AT A TIME *
  • Most Seating
  • Virtual, To-Go, and Outdoor Programming
  • Digital Collection
  • Public Wi-Fi in the Parking Lot
Printing Charges Will Resume 9/1/2021
 
* ALL PRINTOUTS MUST BE PAID FOR STARTING SEPTEMBER 1ST, 2021. *
BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 1ST,
PATRONS WILL BE CHARGED FOR PRINTING.
PATRONS CAN PAY WITH CASH/CHANGE AND CREDIT CARD.
 
$0.10 FOR BLACK & WHITE COPIES
$0.50 FOR COLOR COPIES
  
ACCEPTED CASH/CHANGE:
$1.00 BILLS, QUARTERS ($0.25), DIMES ($0.10), & NICKELS ($0.05)
 
* PENNIES & FOREIGN COINS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. *
** THE LIBRARY WILL NOT PROVIDE CHANGE. **
 
Virtual Events and Programs
* EVENTS MAY BE CHANGED OR CANCELLED WITHOUT NOTICE. *
Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month
 
September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month!
The Schiller Park Public Library invites patrons to enter our weekly drawings
throughout the month for an opportunity to win a restaurant gift card!
 
Each week, whenever you check out materials, you will receive a ticket to enter our weekly drawing. A new drawing starts every week.
 
New library card applicants will receive a small token of appreciation!
* While supplies last. *
9/11 Memorial & Museum Poster Exhibition:
20th Anniversary
 
The Schiller Park Public Library will host a poster exhibition from the 9/11 Memorial & Museum in honor of the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on our nation. The educational exhibition details the events of September 11, 2001 through the personal stories of those who witnessed and survived the attacks.
Told across 14 posters, this exhibition includes archival photographs and images of artifacts from the Museum’s permanent collection.
Visit the library during September to view the exhibition.
 
* The poster exhibition was developed by the 9/11 Memorial & Museum
and has been made possible in part by the National Endowment for the Humanities: Democracy Demands Wisdom. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this exhibition do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for Humanities. *
Schiller Park Young Authors Project
 
Children are invited to write and illustrate a picture book
to add to the library collection! Visit our website at schillerparklibrary.org
for detailed submission information. See your book come to life! 
Creativity-To-Go Kits
 
The Schiller Park Public Library will be offering Creativity-To-Go Kits for children.
Each kit will have a new weekly theme and include a hands-on project and fun activity sheets intended to enhance creativity and provide entertainment!
 
Visit schillerparklibrary.org/creativity-to-go-kits for more information.
Teens Page and Newsletter
 
Check out our brand new Teens Page at schillerparklibrary.org/kids/teens and subscribe to our Teens Newsletter for recommendations on bestselling YA books, anime/manga, and even video games!
Treat Pack Pickup
 
SEPTEMBER 1ST - SEPTEMBER 8TH
 
OPEN TO AGES 2 - 17. 1 PER PARTICIPANT.
LIMITED TO 35 PARTICIPANTS. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
 
Pick up a monthly featured Treat Pack by visiting our website at schillerparklibrary.org or calling 847-678-0433 to register.
September Story Walk
 
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH, AT 11:00 AM
 
Join us for a walk around the library for the launch of our fall StoryWalk® title,
We're Going on a Leaf Hunt, by Steve Metzger. Enjoy the outdoors with a self-guided StoryWalk® book posted along the building.
Visit schillerparklibrary.org for more information.
 
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont and developed in collaboration with the Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition
and the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.
Back to School Goodie Bag
 
SEPTEMBER 6TH - SEPTEMBER 11TH
 
OPEN TO AGES 3 - 17. 1 PER PARTICIPANT.
LIMITED TO 24 PARTICIPANTS. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
 
Celebrate the start of a new year with a personalized goodie bag.
Visit our website at schillerparklibrary.org or call 847-678-0433 to register for a kit.
Teen Loom Band Club Kit
 
SEPTEMBER 8TH - SEPTEMBER 15TH
 
OPEN TO AGES 11 - 17.
LIMITED TO 24 TEENS. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
 
Hey Teens! Join our Teen Loom Band Club where you can create a fun and simple loom project each month! Limited kit project supplies and instructions will be provided.
 
Visit our website at schillerparklibrary.org or call 847-678-0433 to register.
September - Teens & Adult Craft Pickup
 
SEPTEMBER 14TH - SEPTEMBER 21ST
 
OPEN TO AGES 11 & UP.
LIMITED TO 24 PARTICIPANTS. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
 
Teens and Adults can visit our website at schillerparklibrary.org
or call 847-678-0433 to register for a festive monthly featured craft!
Each craft includes supplies and instructions.
Tie-Dye Time
 
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH, AT 4:00 PM
 
OPEN TO AGES 5 - 17. LIMITED TO 12 PARTICIPANTS.
WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
 
Join us for this creative and colorful DIY outdoor activity!
The library will provide materials and an item to dye.
 
Visit our website at schillerparklibrary.org or call 847-678-0433 to register.
Little Crafters Kit
 
SEPEMBER 22ND - SEPTEMBER 25TH
 
OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12.
LIMITED TO 24 PARTICIPANTS. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
 
Pick up a seasonal craft kit. Visit our website at schillerparklibrary.org
or call 847-678-0433 to register for a kit!
Each kit includes supplies and instructions.
Take & Make STE(A)M Kit
 
SEPTEMBER 29TH - OCTOBER 2ND
 
OPEN TO AGES 3 - 17. 1 PER PARTICIPANT.
LIMITED TO 24 PARTICIPANTS. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
 
The Schiller Park Public Library is pleased to offer Take & Make STE(A)M Kits based on S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) concepts.
Our Take & Make STE(A)M Kit provides a hands-on activity and instructions designed for children and adults to work together to complete a fun learning challenge at home.
 
Visit our website at schillerparklibrary.org or call 847-678-0433 to register for a kit.
 
 
IF YOU'D LIKE TO SHARE YOUR COMPLETED CRAFT CREATIONS
OR SHOW ENJOYMENT OF ANY OF OUR KITS, YOU CAN EMAIL YOUR PHOTOS TO
programs@schillerparklibrary.org
FOR POSTING ON OUR WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA!
 
Photo Submission Disclaimer
 
 
THE SCHILLER PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO USE SUBMITTED PHOTOS IN MARKETING MATERIALS, LOCAL NEWSLETTERS, WEBSITE, SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS, AND/OR IN FUTURE PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS.
 
NEED ASSISTANCE?
OUR STAFF WILL BE HAPPY
TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS!
MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY, AND SATURDAY: 9:00 AM TO 5:00 PM
AND
TUESDAY AND THURSDAY: 12:00 PM TO 8:00 PM
 
CALL: 847-678-0433
EMAIL: programs@schillerparklibrary.org
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Schiller Park Public Library
4200 Old River Road
Schiller Park, Illinois 60176
847-678-0433
https://schillerparklibrary.org/