This event is in the "Kids" group STEAM: Exploration Station: Pinball Wizard! Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: STEAM Age Group: Kids Use the physics of gravity to create your own pinball machine!Grades K-5. Cancelled Registration Closed View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 11 2025 Wed Cancelled STEAM: Exploration Station: Pinball Wizard! 4:30pm–5:15pm Registration Closed Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Kids Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Program Details: Use the physics of gravity to create your own pinball machine!Grades K-5. Disclaimer(s) Safe Child Policy Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.
This event is in the "Adults" group Chicago’s Queer Past: Some Key Stories (R) Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: History & Culture, Adult Learning Age Group: Adults Join historian John D’Emilio for a compelling look at Chicago’s LGBTQ+ history. Registration Closed View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 11 2025 Wed Chicago’s Queer Past: Some Key Stories (R) 6:30pm–7:30pm Registration Closed Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: History & Culture, Adult Learning Registration Required Program Details: Join historian John D’Emilio for a compelling look at Chicago’s LGBTQ+ history.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group Storytime in the Park Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Offsite Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers Kids and their caregivers are invited to join us each week for an outdoor storytime at Drake Park (6750 Drake Ave, Lincolnwood, IL 60712). In the case of bad weather, storytime will take place at the library. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group Jun 12 2025 Thu Storytime in the Park 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Offsite Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Program Details: Kids and their caregivers are invited to join us each week for an outdoor storytime at Drake Park (6750 Drake Ave, Lincolnwood, IL 60712). In the case of bad weather, storytime will take place at the library.
This event is in the "Adults" group Afternoon Scrabble! (R) Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Fun & Games Age Group: Adults Join us for a fun and friendly game of Scrabble at the Library! Whether you're a seasoned wordsmith or a beginner, all experience levels are welcome. We’ll provide the space and the game —just bring your love of words! Register Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 12 2025 Thu Afternoon Scrabble! (R) 1:00pm–3:00pm Register Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun & Games Registration Required Program Details: Join us for a fun and friendly game of Scrabble at the Library! Whether you're a seasoned wordsmith or a beginner, all experience levels are welcome. We’ll provide the space and the game —just bring your love of words!
This event is in the "Adults" group Chair Yoga with Joan (R) Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Practice seated poses in one of the gentlest forms of yoga available, led by certified yoga instructor Joan McGee. All experience levels are welcome. Wear comfy clothes and shoes! Register Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 12 2025 Thu Chair Yoga with Joan (R) 6:30pm–7:30pm Register Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Program Details: Practice seated poses in one of the gentlest forms of yoga available, led by certified yoga instructor Joan McGee. All experience levels are welcome. Wear comfy clothes and shoes!
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Summer Reading Kick Off Party! Friday, June 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm Library Parking Lot at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Special Events, Fun & Games, Community Engagement Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults Join us to celebrate our Summer Reading Program with bounce houses, face painting, free icecream, and activities for the whole family, including a special bubble show with Ms Make Believe at 4:30pm. View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 13 2025 Fri Summer Reading Kick Off Party! 4:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Library Parking Lot Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Events, Fun & Games, Community Engagement Program Details: Join us to celebrate our Summer Reading Program with bounce houses, face painting, free icecream, and activities for the whole family, including a special bubble show with Ms Make Believe at 4:30pm. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying parent or caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Dietary Restrictions This program will serve food. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program will be allergen friendly or that it will meet other dietary restrictions. Please list your dietary needs and we will reach out to you if possible about accommodating your request. Photo Guidelines We often take photographs during library events. Please speak to a staff member if you do not wish to be photographed and/or if you do not want us to publish photos of your child.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group Saturday Stories and Playtime Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers Kick off the weekend with a special Saturday storytime, followed by open playtime with the library’s collection of toys.Ages 0-5 with caregiver View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group Jun 14 2025 Sat Saturday Stories and Playtime 10:00am–10:45am Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Program Details: Kick off the weekend with a special Saturday storytime, followed by open playtime with the library’s collection of toys.Ages 0-5 with caregiver Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying parent or caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Tween & Teen Matinee: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment Age Group: Tweens & Teens, Adults Watch Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle with us at the library! Popcorn and Bug Juice provided. Ages 13+ View Details This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 14 2025 Sat Tween & Teen Matinee: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle 2:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Tweens & Teens, Adults Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment Program Details: Watch Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle with us at the library! Popcorn and Bug Juice provided. Ages 13+ Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least 5 days prior to the program.
This event is in the "Kids" group Crafty Creations Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY Age Group: Kids We provide the supplies, you bring your imagination to this open-ended crafting program.Grades K-5. View Details This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 16 2025 Mon Crafty Creations 10:30am–11:30am Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Kids Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY Program Details: We provide the supplies, you bring your imagination to this open-ended crafting program.Grades K-5.
This event is in the "Adults" group Monday Matinees Monday, June 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:45pm Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment Age Group: Adults Enjoy great films at your library every Monday! Flight Risk (2024)Mon, Jun 2 • 1-2:45pm • R, 91 mins • [D] View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 16 2025 Mon Monday Matinees 1:00pm–3:45pm Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment Program Details: Enjoy great films at your library every Monday! Flight Risk (2024)Mon, Jun 2 • 1-2:45pm • R, 91 mins • [D]
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Family Paint Night Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY Age Group: Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults Create beautiful masterpieces together using step-by-step painting. Please register each family member that will be attending. Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 16 2025 Mon Family Paint Night 6:00pm–7:00pm Full Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY Registration Required Program Details: Create beautiful masterpieces together using step-by-step painting. Please register each family member that will be attending.
This event is in the "Adults" group Level Up with Libby (C) Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Technology, Adult Learning Age Group: Adults Libby, an app provided by the library for ebooks and audiobooks, gives Lincolnwood users access to thousands of titles. Learn how to download the app to your phone or tablet and how to manage holds and checked-out items. Register Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 16 2025 Mon Level Up with Libby (C) 6:30pm–7:30pm Register Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology, Adult Learning Registration Required Program Details: Libby, an app provided by the library for ebooks and audiobooks, gives Lincolnwood users access to thousands of titles. Learn how to download the app to your phone or tablet and how to manage holds and checked-out items.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group Family Storytime Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers Read stories, sing songs, and play games at this all-ages storytime. Ages 0-5 with caregiver View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group Jun 17 2025 Tue Family Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Program Details: Read stories, sing songs, and play games at this all-ages storytime. Ages 0-5 with caregiver Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying parent or caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Adults" group Mah Jongg Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Fun & Games Age Group: Adults Meet other enthusiasts and play the Chinese tile-based game of Mah Jongg. Beginners welcome. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 17 2025 Tue Mah Jongg 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Fun & Games Program Details: Meet other enthusiasts and play the Chinese tile-based game of Mah Jongg. Beginners welcome.
This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Develop Your Story: Disposable Camera Photography Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY Age Group: Tweens & Teens Capture moments, not perfection. In this low-pressure photography program. Receive a disposable camera and an optional theme to explore. From candid snapshots to creative angles, it’s all about seeing the world through your disposable lens. Register Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Jun 17 2025 Tue Develop Your Story: Disposable Camera Photography 4:00pm–5:00pm Register Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY Registration Required Program Details: Capture moments, not perfection. In this low-pressure photography program. Receive a disposable camera and an optional theme to explore. From candid snapshots to creative angles, it’s all about seeing the world through your disposable lens.
This event is in the "Adults" group Sound Bath Meditation (C) Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Reset and relax with a guided meditation sound bath. Experience the soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls, Tibetan bowls, and Tingsha Bells to calm the mind, deepen self-awareness, and promote peace, health, and balanced energy. Register Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 17 2025 Tue Sound Bath Meditation (C) 6:30pm–7:30pm Register Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Program Details: Reset and relax with a guided meditation sound bath. Experience the soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls, Tibetan bowls, and Tingsha Bells to calm the mind, deepen self-awareness, and promote peace, health, and balanced energy.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group Musical Storytime Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers Sing and dance along at this musical storytime led by Michael’s Music Machine. Tickets are required for this program, see our website for details.Ages 0 to 5 View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group Jun 18 2025 Wed Musical Storytime 9:30am–10:15am Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Program Details: Sing and dance along at this musical storytime led by Michael’s Music Machine. Tickets are required for this program, see our website for details.Ages 0 to 5 Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying parent or caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Adults" group Knitting Social Circle Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm Meeting Room A at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY Age Group: Adults Share tips and show off your work with needle-art enthusiasts. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 18 2025 Wed Knitting Social Circle 11:00am–12:30pm Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY Program Details: Share tips and show off your work with needle-art enthusiasts.
This event is in the "Kids" group Larger than Life Board Games: Guess Who? Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Fun & Games Age Group: Kids Select a disguise to become part of the board game and then take your turn at guessing at which person your opponent is thinking of.Grades K-5. Register Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 18 2025 Wed Larger than Life Board Games: Guess Who? 4:30pm–5:30pm Register Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Kids Program Type: Fun & Games Registration Required Program Details: Select a disguise to become part of the board game and then take your turn at guessing at which person your opponent is thinking of.Grades K-5. Disclaimer(s) Safe Child Policy Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.
This event is in the "Adults" group First-Time Home Buyers Seminar (R) Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Adult Learning Age Group: Adults Ready to buy your first home? Join Dan Werdell of Guaranteed Rate Mortgage for an informative session on the home-buying process. Register Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 18 2025 Wed First-Time Home Buyers Seminar (R) 6:30pm–7:30pm Register Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Adult Learning Registration Required Program Details: Ready to buy your first home? Join Dan Werdell of Guaranteed Rate Mortgage for an informative session on the home-buying process.
This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group A Bug's Night Outdoor Storytime Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 8:00pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room A at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids Come enjoy an evening, outdoor storytime featuring fireflies and other buggy creatures. Ages 0 to 10 with caregivers. Register Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 18 2025 Wed A Bug's Night Outdoor Storytime 8:00pm–8:30pm Register Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning Registration Required Program Details: Come enjoy an evening, outdoor storytime featuring fireflies and other buggy creatures. Ages 0 to 10 with caregivers. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying parent or caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group Friday Family Fun Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, STEAM Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers Just us for a fun, creative activity for young children and their caregivers. Activities include art, movement, STEM, and stories. (Younger children are welcome, but activities are aimed at ages 2-5 years). View Details This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group Jun 20 2025 Fri Friday Family Fun 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, STEAM Program Details: Just us for a fun, creative activity for young children and their caregivers. Activities include art, movement, STEM, and stories. (Younger children are welcome, but activities are aimed at ages 2-5 years). Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying parent or caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Kids" group Wreck It Ralph Drive-In Movie Friday, June 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment, Special Events Age Group: Kids Build your own Sugar Rush Candy Kart out of a cardboard box, then settle back and watch Wreck It Ralph at our indoor drive-in!Grades K-5. Register Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jun 20 2025 Fri Wreck It Ralph Drive-In Movie 2:00pm–4:00pm Register Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Kids Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment, Special Events Registration Required Program Details: Build your own Sugar Rush Candy Kart out of a cardboard box, then settle back and watch Wreck It Ralph at our indoor drive-in!Grades K-5. Disclaimer(s) Dietary Restrictions This program will serve food. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program will be allergen friendly or that it will meet other dietary restrictions. Please list your dietary needs and we will reach out to you if possible about accommodating your request. Safe Child Policy Caregivers for children age 7 or below must remain in the library building for the duration of the program. Caregivers must join children at the conclusion of the program.