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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 * COMPUTER, PRINTING, AND FAXING SERVICES END 10 MINUTES BEFORE CLOSING. * * ALL STUDY ROOMS MUST BE VACATED 10 MINUTES BEFORE CLOSING. * |
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2ND
Labor Day |
MONDAY, OCTOBER 14TH Columbus Day |
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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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH 12:30 PM -1:30 PM OPEN TO AGES 62+. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Have questions on how to use your blood pressure monitor? Oak Street Health can help! Bring your blood pressure device and join the library for a FREE blood pressure screening and information session by Oak Street Health.
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ADULT CRAFT N’ CREATIONS THURSDAY(S), 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 18+. LIMITED TO 10 PARTICIPANTS. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. Join the library on a Thursday evening every month to make some seasonal crafts! * SEPTEMBER 5TH - Heat Pack: Soothe your sore muscles with a no-sew sock heat pack. * OCTOBER 10TH - Macrame Ghost: Get into the spooky spirit with a boo-tiful macrame ghost. |
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WII BOWLING FOR SENIORS THURSDAY(S) @ 1:00 PM: SEPTEMBER 12TH, SEPTEMBER 26TH, OCTOBER 17TH & OCTOBER 31ST OPEN TO AGES 62+. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join in the excitement of Wii Bowling, a virtual bowling game - without the retro shoes or heavy ball! |
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SEPTEMBER 18TH This course teaches basics of Microsoft Word. Learn to create documents, edit and format text, and open and save documents. |
INTRO TO INSTAGRAM OCTOBER 9TH This course presents an introduction on how to use the Instagram platform to create an account and share photos. |
INTRO TO LIBBY & HOOPLA OCTOBER 23RD
This course is an intro to our digital resources: Libby
and Hoopla. Learn to check out materials from our digital library. |
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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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TEEN GAMING WEDNESDAY(S) @ 3:30 PM * SEPTEMBER 11TH: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe * OCTOBER 2ND: Luigi's Mansion 3 OPEN TO AGES 12 - 17. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join the library for gaming and snacks! |
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GET CRAFTIN': TEEN CRAFT CLUB THURSDAY(S) @ 6:00 PM * SEPTEMBER 19TH: Pressed Leaf Art (LIMITED TO 10 PARTICIPANTS) * OCTOBER 24TH: Sugar Skull (LIMITED TO 5 PARTICIPANTS) OPEN TO AGES 11 - 17. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Teens! Join us for some seasonal crafting! |
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GIRLS WHO CODE TUESDAY(S), 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: OCTOBER 1ST, OCTOBER 8TH, OCTOBER 15TH, OCTOBER 22ND & OCTOBER 29TH GRADES 6 - 12. LIMITED TO 6 PARTICIPANTS. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Have you dreamed of learning code but unsure where to start? Join our Girls Who Code club and learn different types of coding. All genders are welcome! Chromebooks will be provided. |
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CELEBRATE POLISH-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5TH @ 11:00 AM OPEN TO AGES 12+. LIMITED TO 20 PARTICIPANTS. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. * This program is for both Teens and Adults! * Join the library in celebrating Polish-American Heritage Month in October with a cultural presentation and a Wianki (flower crown) craft! |
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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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1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN Parents of infants, toddlers and preschoolers are invited to join the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program. This program is designed to encourage a love of books and reading to your young child while receiving reading incentives along the way! Visit Children's World to register in-person or schillerparklibrary.org to register online. |
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AGES 1 - 4. 1 PER PARTICIPANT. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. Go on an alphabet adventure with a weekly ABC series. Each kit has a letter and includes a ready-to-assemble craft for children to learn the ABCs! Come back each week for a new letter! |
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STORIES & SNACKS FRIDAY(S) @ 4:00 PM: SEPTEMBER 6TH, SEPTEMBER 20TH, OCTOBER 4TH & OCTOBER 18TH OPEN TO AGES 2 - 8. Join the library for a set of themed stories and enjoy snacks! |
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LEGO CLUB TUESDAY(S) @ 4:00 PM: SEPTEMBER 3RD & OCTOBER 1ST 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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LITTLE CRAFTERS TIME TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10TH @ 4:00 PM
OPEN TO AGES 3 - 12. LIMITED TO 20 PARTICIPANTS. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Come get creative with a seasonal craft! |
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STORIES & MORE MONDAY(S) @ 10:30 AM: SEPTEMBER 16TH & OCTOBER 21ST OPEN TO AGES 2 - 5. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Have fun enjoying a short story followed by hands-on play! |
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DROP-IN PROGRAM: HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH SCAVENGER HUNT WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25TH - THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. Come celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a scavenger hunt (el juego de búsqueda)! Flags of Latin-American countries are hiding in Children’s World waiting for you to find them and match them with their correct country. Are you up for the challenge to find them all? Finish the scavenger hunt and win a prize! |
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TODDLER OPEN PLAY MONDAY(S) @ 10:00 AM: SEPTEMBER 30TH & OCTOBER 28TH AGES 1 - 5, WITH A CAREGIVER. Visit the library for a playdate each month! Children and their grownups can stop by for some unstructured playtime, read books, socialize, and make new friends. Toys and refreshments provided. |
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PUMPKIN PAINTING
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22ND @ 4:00 PM
OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Paint and create a pumpkin masterpiece! The library will provide a small pumpkin, paint and other decorating supplies. No carving permitted! |
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HALLOWEEN BINGO TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29TH @ 4:00 PM OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12. LIMITED SEATING. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Trick or Treat! Let’s play Halloween bingo together in costumes! |
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DROP-IN PROGRAM: PEANUTS GREAT PUMPKIN SCAVENGER HUNT TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29TH - WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30TH OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12. LIMITED SEATING. Visit Children’s World to spot Charlie Brown and his friends. Complete the scavenger hunt for a spooktacular small prize! |
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SAY BOO & SCARY ON!
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31ST FROM 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
OPEN TO AGES 2 - 12. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. Don’t forget to stop at the library in your costume on Halloween for some indoor trick-or-treating! |
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HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH DANCE PERFORMANCE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH @ 11:00 AM Join the library for a special live dance performance in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! Ballet Folklorico Huehuecoyot will showcase traditional Mexican folklore dances the whole family is sure to enjoy! Light refreshments will be provided. |
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BOOK SALE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21ST FROM 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM CASH OR CHECK ONLY. Stop by the library during the city-wide garage sale to stock up on books! Check out the wide selection of gently used books and materials for sale! |
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LOTERIA AT THE LIBRARY TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17TH @ 4:00 PM LIMITED TO 20 PARTICIPANTS. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join us for a family friendly game of Loteria (similar to bingo) and win prizes! |
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MOVIE AFTERNOON SATURDAY(S) @ 1:00 PM SEPTEMBER 28TH & OCTOBER 19TH 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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DROP-IN PROGRAM: CANDYLAND MINI GOLF TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15TH FROM 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Gumdrops, lollipops, and candy galore! Join the library for a sweet mini-golf adventure! Refreshments provided. |
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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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