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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 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 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 * COMPUTER, PRINTING, AND FAXING SERVICES END 10 MINUTES BEFORE CLOSING. * |
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* PLEASE NOTE: * STARTING NOVEMBER 1ST, 2023, ALL STUDY ROOMS MUST BE VACATED 10 MINUTES BEFORE CLOSING. |
* FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH VETERANS' DAY (OBSERVED) * SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11THVETERANS' DAY |
* THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23RD THANKSGIVING DAY * FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH THANKSGIVING FRIDAY * SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25THTHE SATURDAY AFTER THANKSGIVING |
* MONDAY, DECEMBER 26TH CHRISTMAS DAY * SUNDAY, DECEMBER 31ST NEW YEAR'S EVE |
Registering for Programs:
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR MOST PROGRAMS! - Visit our website at schillerparklibrary.org or call 847-678-0433 to register.
- Email registration is not permitted.
- Programs may be cancelled due to minimal registration.
- The cut-off date for registration is 2 days prior to each program.
- Activities are free, but seating and supplies are first come, first served!
- Due to instructional reasons, select programs will be closed 5 minutes after beginning.
- Participants arriving late will not be admitted!
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OAK STREET HEALTH PRESENTATION THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH @ 1:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 62+. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Seniors, join the library for a special presentation by Oak Street Health followed by arts and crafts! * Oak Street Health is a network of primary care centers designed to care for adults on Medicare. *
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HOLIDAY TECH WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6TH @ 11:00 AM OPEN TO AGES 18+. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. SCHILLER PARK RESIDENTS ONLY. Learn how to send electronic greeting cards, create shopping wish lists, and generate and manage an online Secret Santa gift exchange! |
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WINTER CONTAINER GARDEN SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9TH @ 3:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 18+. LIMITED TO 20 PARTICIPANTS. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. $25.00 PAYMENT DUE AT REGISTRATION. REGISTRATION ENDS DECEMBER 4TH. Join us for a winter garden program! Peggy Garvin of Garvin Gardens brings fresh greens, decorations and her expertise to help you create a festive outdoor pot! Please bring your own pruners! Refreshments will be provided. |
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LET'S CAKE DECORATE: HOLIDAY CHEER SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16TH @ 11:00 AM OPEN TO AGES 12+. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Learn how to decorate a holiday-themed cake with pastry chef Fran Hargadon! Supplies provided. |
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WII BOWLING FOR SENIORSTHURSDAY(S), NOVEMBER 2ND, NOVEMBER 16TH, DECEMBER 7TH & DECEMBER 21ST @ 1:00 PM AGES 62+.
LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Join in the excitement of Wii Bowling, a virtual bowling game –
without the retro shoes or heavy ball! * This program is presented in partnership with the Schiller Park Recreation Department and the Schiller Park Public Library. * |
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ADULT CRAFT N' CREATIONS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH: Fall Gnome THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14TH: Book Tree @ 6:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 18+. LIMITED TO 10 PARTICIPANTS. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. Join us each month in creating some seasonal crafts! We will be making a fall gnome for November and a Christmas-themed folded book tree for December! Stay and craft or take and go! |
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TECHNOLOGY HELP OPEN TO AGES 18+. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Sign up for a 30-minute, one-on-one tech help appointment. The library can assist with the basics of computer skills, the Internet, email, social media, and its available digital resources. * Please bring your device, cords, and passwords to your scheduled appointment. * For more information and to reserve an appointment, please visit our website and fill out a form. |
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DROP-IN TECH HELP TUESDAYS, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Have a quick tech question? We can help! Visit the library during our weekly Drop-In Tech Help sessions to get answers to your questions. Sessions are limited to 15 minutes. Please call the library at 847-678-0433 for more information. PLEASE NOTE: The library is unable to assist with hardware repairs, specialized software instruction, and in-depth technology issues. |
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TEENS PAGE AND NEWSLETTER Check out our Teens Page and subscribe to our Teens Newsletter for recommendations on bestselling YA books, anime/manga, and even video games! Visit the page at schillerparklibrary.org/kids/teens for more information! |
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GET CRAFTIN': TEEN CRAFT CLUBTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH: Animal Planters THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21ST: Fidget Bracelet @ 6:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 11 - 17. LIMITED TO 10 PARTICIPANTS. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Teens, join the library for monthly crafting. Make a plastic bottle animal planter for November then fidget bracelet for December! Stay and craft or take to go! |
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READ TO A THERAPY DOG TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH FROM 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 6 - 10. LIMITED TO 6 PARTICIPANTS. 10 MINUTES PER PARTICIPANT. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Make a therapy dog your new book buddy! Children (with a caregiver) can read aloud to a registered therapy dog from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs and improve their reading skills the fun way! |
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LETTERS TO SANTA MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16TH The Schiller Park Public Library has a direct line to the North Pole! Children can use the mailbox in Children's World to send a letter to Santa. Santa will respond to ever letter he gets with a specially signed Santa "Nice List" Certificate you'll receive in your very own mailbox! Make sure to put your address on the letter you send! |
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NOON YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29TH @ 11:30 AM OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Get ready for 2024 with a special Noon Year's Eve celebration! Join the library and celebrate with a story, craft, snack,
and fun countdown to ring in the "noon" year! |
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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! |
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ABC'S GRAB & GO CRAFT KITS OPEN TO AGES 1 - 4.
ONE PER PARTICIPANT.
WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
Go on an alphabet adventure with a weekly ABC Letter series! Each kit is a new letter and includes a ready-to-assemble craft to help children learn the ABCs! Each week is a new letter!
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FALL GRAB & GO CRAFT KITS OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12. 1 PER PARTICIPANT. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. Get ready for fall with a weekly craft series! Includes a ready-to-assemble craft! Visit Children's World each week for a kit. |
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DINO DAY TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST @1:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 4 - 10. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. RAWR! Calling all dinosaur enthusiasts! Join the library for a DINO-mite craft and activity! |
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GINGERBREAD STORY STROLL TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12TH @ 4:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 3 - 12. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Stroll through the library while listening to a
gingerbread-themed story, then enjoy refreshments and a fun activity! |
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KID CANVAS: FUN FROSTY SNOWMAN TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19TH @ 4:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 5 - 12. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Let's paint a frosty masterpiece together! All supplies provided. |
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STORIES & SNACKS FRIDAY(S), NOVEMBER 3RD, NOVEMBER 17TH, DECEMBER 8TH & DECEMBER 15TH @ 4:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 2 - 8. Join the library for a set of themed stories while enjoying some snacks! |
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TANGRAM TALES MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH MONDAY, DECEMBER 11TH @ 10:30 AM OPEN TO AGES 3 - 5. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Enjoy a short story while connecting shapes to build a fun tangram puzzle! |
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LEGO CLUB TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14TH TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5TH @ 4:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 3 - 12.
LIMITED TO 20 PARTICIPANTS.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Bring your imagination and join the library for
a fun building challenge! LEGOs provided. |
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TODDLER OPEN PLAY MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH MONDAY, DECEMBER 18TH 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM OPEN TO AGES 1 - 5. Visit the library for a play date! Children and caregivers can stop by for playtime, read books, socialize and make friends! Toys and refreshments provided. |
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LITTLE CRAFTERS TIME TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28TH @ 4:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Come get creative with a seasonal craft! Stay and craft or take and go. |
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SPANISH STORYTIME WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29TH @ 4:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join us for bilingual storytime with stories presented in English and Spanish followed by a craft! |
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FAMILY READING NIGHTTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16TH @ 4:00 PM LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Visit the library for Family Reading Night, an annual statewide event held the third Tuesday in November to encourage families to read together! Books, snacks, and a craft will be provided.
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MOVIE AFTERNOON SATURDAY(S), NOVEMBER 18TH & DECEMBER 23RD @ 1:00 PM NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Enjoy a newer released movie. B.Y.O.S. – Bring Your Own Snacks! * TIMES AND RATINGS MAY VARY. * |
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FAMILY MOVIE MONDAY MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH @ 11:00 AM MOVIE: Elemental (PG) LIMITED SEATING. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. Grab your blanket and join us for a family movie and some snacks! |
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SNACKS AND STORIES WITH SANTA SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2ND FROM 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY NOVEMBER 27TH. Join us for a merry morning with activities, storytime, and snacks with Santa! * Please bring your own camera.* |
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DROP-IN TRIM THE TREE WORKSHOP MONDAY, DECEMBER 4TH - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9TH WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. Visit Children's World and create an ornament for the library's tree and another to take home! |
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PHOTO DISCLAIMER: * THE LIBRARY MAY TAKE PHOTOS OF LIBRARY PATRONS FOR USE IN LIBRARY PUBLICITY (WEBSITE, SOCIAL MEDIA, NEWSLETTERS, ETC.). PARTICIPANTS ARE NOT IDENTIFIED WITHOUT THEIR PERMISSION. PLEASE NOTIFY STAFF IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO BE PHOTOGRAPHED OR DO NOT WANT YOUR CHILD PHOTOGRAPHED. * |
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ENGLISH: View the Schiller Park Public Library website and events in English, Polish, and Spanish. Look for the Google logo in the upper right hand corner of our website: schillerparklibrary.org. |
POLISH: Zobacz stronę internetową Biblioteki Publicznej Schiller Park i wydarzenia w językyu polskim Poszukaj logo Google w prawym górnym rogu naszej strony: schillerparklibrary.org. |
SPANISH: Vea el sitio web de la Biblioteca Pública de Schiller Park y eventos en español. Busque el logotipo de Google en la esquina superior derecha de nuestro sitio web: schillerparklibrary.org. |
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