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Book Sale

All Day 12/6 - 12/12
Library Plaza at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults

Stop by the lobby to browse the Friends of the Library's book sale!

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Library Plaza
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Program Details:

Stop by the lobby to browse the Friends of the Library's book sale!

Monday Matinees

Monday, December 8, 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! Doors open at 12:45pm. 

 

Rocketman (2019)

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! Doors open at 12:45pm. 

 

Rocketman (2019)

Mah Jongg

Tuesday, December 9, 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.

 

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.

 

State Services: Drop-by Constituent Service Hours

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Café at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults

Constituent advocates from the offices of State Representative Kevin Olickal (16th District) will be at the library to answer questions and provide help with state benefits and programs such as: Medicaid, SNAP, Unemployment, LIHEAP, Rent

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Café
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Program Details:

Constituent advocates from the offices of State Representative Kevin Olickal (16th District) will be at the library to answer questions and provide help with state benefits and programs such as: Medicaid, SNAP, Unemployment, LIHEAP, Rent

Origami Workshop (C)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, History & Culture
Age Group:
Adults

From cranes to flowers to cute little boxes, origami is the Japanese art of paper folding that allows you to create anything your heart desires!

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, History & Culture
Registration Required
Program Details:

From cranes to flowers to cute little boxes, origami is the Japanese art of paper folding that allows you to create anything your heart desires!

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Resident Cardholder Priority

Due to limited capacity, adult Lincolnwood Resident cardholders get priority registration. All other registrations will be waitlisted. If spots are available, waitlisted patrons will get automatically added to the registration list.

Late Arrival Notice

We want everyone to have the chance to enjoy our programs so if you are more than 10 minutes late, your spot may be offered to someone on the waitlist.

Knitting Social Circle

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Age Group:
Adults

Share tips and show off your work with needle-art enthusiasts.

 

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Program Details:

Share tips and show off your work with needle-art enthusiasts.

 

Charcuterie Made Easy (R)

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Have you been amazed by the stunning cheese and charcuterie boards all over Instagram? Learn how to create your own picture-perfect spread—just in time for holiday entertaining—with culinary instructor and cookbook author Emily Paster.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning
Registration Required
Program Details:

Have you been amazed by the stunning cheese and charcuterie boards all over Instagram? Learn how to create your own picture-perfect spread—just in time for holiday entertaining—with culinary instructor and cookbook author Emily Paster.

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.

Book Cover Bingo (C)

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a BINGO night filled with book recommendations! Fill your Book Cover BINGO card for a chance to win fun prizes, and remember to bring your library card so you can check out some of the great titles you’ll be hearing about.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Program Details:

Join us for a BINGO night filled with book recommendations! Fill your Book Cover BINGO card for a chance to win fun prizes, and remember to bring your library card so you can check out some of the great titles you’ll be hearing about.

Chair Yoga with Joan (R)

Thursday, December 11, 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
Registration Required
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!

Computer Basics (R)

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Technology, Adult Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Start with the basics and practice navigating and typing on laptops.

 

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Adult Learning
Registration Required
Program Details:

Start with the basics and practice navigating and typing on laptops.

 

The Three B’s: A Jazz Tribute with The James Callen Jazz Trio (R)

Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy an afternoon of smooth jazz with The James Callen Trio as they perform timeless pop hits from Burt Bacharach, Billy Joel, and The Beatles.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Program Details:

Enjoy an afternoon of smooth jazz with The James Callen Trio as they perform timeless pop hits from Burt Bacharach, Billy Joel, and The Beatles.

Monday Matinees

Monday, December 15, 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! Doors open at 12:45pm. 

 

Rocketman (2019)

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! Doors open at 12:45pm. 

 

Rocketman (2019)

Regular Board Meeting

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Board Meetings
Age Group:
Adults

Regular Board Meeting

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Board Meetings
Program Details:

Regular Board Meeting

Mah Jongg

Tuesday, December 16, 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.

 

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.

 

Line Dancing with Desueño Dance (R)

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Line dancing is returning to the library! Whether you joined us before or are stepping in for the first time, Desueño Dance will have you moving to the beat with easy-to-follow steps and lively music.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Program Details:

Line dancing is returning to the library! Whether you joined us before or are stepping in for the first time, Desueño Dance will have you moving to the beat with easy-to-follow steps and lively music.

Knitting Social Circle

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Age Group:
Adults

Share tips and show off your work with needle-art enthusiasts.

 

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Program Details:

Share tips and show off your work with needle-art enthusiasts.

 

Beaded Snowflakes (C)

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Age Group:
Adults

Celebrate the season with a little sparkle! Join us to create a dazzling beaded snowflake while learning simple techniques for working with beads and wire.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Registration Required
Program Details:

Celebrate the season with a little sparkle! Join us to create a dazzling beaded snowflake while learning simple techniques for working with beads and wire.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Resident Cardholder Priority

Due to limited capacity, adult Lincolnwood Resident cardholders get priority registration. All other registrations will be waitlisted. If spots are available, waitlisted patrons will get automatically added to the registration list.

Gentle Moves for Strength & Stability (R)

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

This gentle movement class is designed to help adults improve mobility, balance, and body awareness.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Program Details:

This gentle movement class is designed to help adults improve mobility, balance, and body awareness.

Afternoon Scrabble! (R)

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A 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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A
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!

iPhone & iPad Club (R)

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Technology, Adult Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your iPhone and iPad to meet fellow Apple users and learn to do more with your device.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Adult Learning
Registration Required
Program Details:

Bring your iPhone and iPad to meet fellow Apple users and learn to do more with your device.

Monday Matinees

Monday, December 22, 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! Doors open at 12:45pm. 

 

Rocketman (2019)

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! Doors open at 12:45pm. 

 

Rocketman (2019)

Mah Jongg

Tuesday, December 23, 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.

 

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.

 

Library Closed-Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Lincolnwood Library
Closing
Branches:
Lincolnwood Library

Mammals and More!

Sunday, December 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Special Events
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults

Learn about some of the most unique creatures from around the world. There is something for everyone. Choose from a selection of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and insects.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM, Special Events
Registration Required
Program Details:

Learn about some of the most unique creatures from around the world. There is something for everyone. Choose from a selection of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and insects.