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Illinois Libraries Presents: Cristina Henríquez - Voice, Culture, and Human Connection [ZOOM ONLY]

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Adult Learning
Age Group:
Tweens & Teens, Adults

In this online interview, critically acclaimed, bestselling author, Cristina Henríquez, will discuss her work.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Adult Learning
Program Details:

In this online interview, critically acclaimed, bestselling author, Cristina Henríquez, will discuss her work.

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group

Yoga for Tots

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers

Keyla Ortiz, certified yoga instructor, introduces children ages 0-5 and their caregivers to yoga poses through play. Please arrive on time as space may be limited.

Ages 0-5 with caregiver.

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Program Details:

Keyla Ortiz, certified yoga instructor, introduces children ages 0-5 and their caregivers to yoga poses through play. Please arrive on time as space may be limited.

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 "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group

Saturday Stories and Playtime

Saturday, April 18, 2026 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

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

This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group

Nintendo Switch 2 Free Play

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Tweens & Teens

Saturdays are for Switch 2. Experience the latest and greatest Nintendo Switch 2 games with snacks and candy.

GRADES 6-8

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Program Details:

Saturdays are for Switch 2. Experience the latest and greatest Nintendo Switch 2 games with snacks and candy.

GRADES 6-8

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

A Seed Called Hope

Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning, Special Events
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids

Join us for a joyful celebration for families to enjoy together that brings themes of hope, growth, and caring for our world.

All ages are wlecome.

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning, Special Events
Program Details:

Join us for a joyful celebration for families to enjoy together that brings themes of hope, growth, and caring for our world.

All ages are wlecome.

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

Intermediate Crochet: Flower Granny Square (C)

Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Age Group:
Adults

Take your crochet skills to the next level! This workshop focuses on creating flower granny squares and is perfect for those already comfortable with basic stitches.

This event is for Lincolnwood Library cardholders.

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

Take your crochet skills to the next level! This workshop focuses on creating flower granny squares and is perfect for those already comfortable with basic stitches.

This event is for Lincolnwood Library cardholders.

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.

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group

Book Babies

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers

Play and learn with your baby during this interactive lap-sit using rhymes, songs, board books, puppets, and more.

Ages 0-18 months with caregiver

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Program Details:

Play and learn with your baby during this interactive lap-sit using rhymes, songs, board books, puppets, and more.

Ages 0-18 months 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

Monday Matinees

Monday, April 20, 2026 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. 

 

Eternity (2025)

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. 

 

Eternity (2025)

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group

Family Storytime

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 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

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

Sunrise Painting Workshop for Older Adults (R)

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Adult Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Artist and Lincolnwood resident Shirley Aberg, who has exhibited her work all around the world, returns to lead a workshop on painting a sunrise. Choose from a variety of inspirations and let your creativity guide your work.

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

Artist and Lincolnwood resident Shirley Aberg, who has exhibited her work all around the world, returns to lead a workshop on painting a sunrise. Choose from a variety of inspirations and let your creativity guide your work.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mah Jongg

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 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.

 

This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group

Tween & Teen Yoga (R)

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Tweens & Teens

Slow down and take a moment for yourself, away from screens and your feed.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Program Details:

Slow down and take a moment for yourself, away from screens and your feed.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Financial Fitness: Retirement Reality with Jill Schlesinger [Z]

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
STEAM, Adult Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Presented as part of the Financial Fitness 2026 series, this online program features CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger, CFP, discussing practical steps toward retirement planning.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: STEAM, Adult Learning
Program Details:

Presented as part of the Financial Fitness 2026 series, this online program features CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger, CFP, discussing practical steps toward retirement planning.

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group

Musical Storytime

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 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.

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.

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, April 22, 2026 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.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Counting Nails, Crossing Strings & Creating Magic with Pinlura Creation (C)

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Age Group:
Adults

Explore the intersection of math and creativity through string art. Learn patterns, counting, and geometry while crafting a unique handmade design.

This event is for Lincolnwood Library cardholders.

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

Explore the intersection of math and creativity through string art. Learn patterns, counting, and geometry while crafting a unique handmade design.

This event is for Lincolnwood Library cardholders.

Disclaimer(s)

18+ Program

Participation in this program is limited to patrons 18 or older.

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.

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group

Tales and Tunes for Toddlers

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers

This active story time features stories, musical movement, and games for 18- to 36-month-olds with a caregiver. 

 

 

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Program Details:

This active story time features stories, musical movement, and games for 18- to 36-month-olds with a 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 "Kids" group

Checkmates! Chess Club (R)

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids

Develop your chess game with experienced instructor Chris Christmas. All skill levels are welcome!

Grades K-5.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Program Details:

Develop your chess game with experienced instructor Chris Christmas. All skill levels are welcome!

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

Easy Does It Yoga (R)

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Easy Does It Yoga is back in person! Join certified yoga instructor Joan McGee for yoga, a practice that can improve your flexibility, concentration, and strength, while boosting your mood and reducing stress and joint strain.

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

Easy Does It Yoga is back in person! Join certified yoga instructor Joan McGee for yoga, a practice that can improve your flexibility, concentration, and strength, while boosting your mood and reducing stress and joint strain.

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group

Friday Family Fun

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, STEAM
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers

Your little ones will love this fun, weekly playgroup, as you connect with other caregivers. We provide toys and coffee for your enjoyment. Yoga for Tots occurs on 4/17 and 5/15. 

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, STEAM
Program Details:

Your little ones will love this fun, weekly playgroup, as you connect with other caregivers. We provide toys and coffee for your enjoyment. Yoga for Tots occurs on 4/17 and 5/15. 

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

Friday Family Movie

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids

Watch a movie with us at the library. Popcorn provided.

4/3: How to Train Your Dragon (2010)

4/24: Tangled (2010)

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment
Program Details:

Watch a movie with us at the library. Popcorn provided.

4/3: How to Train Your Dragon (2010)

4/24: Tangled (2010)

This event is in the "Adults" group

Sunday Afternoon with Lakeside Flutes (R)

Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Lakeside Flutes, a flute choir founded in 1987, is an ensemble of flutists from the greater Chicago area. They introduce the public to a wide variety of flute literature from the styles of classical, pop, jazz, and contemporary.  

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

Lakeside Flutes, a flute choir founded in 1987, is an ensemble of flutists from the greater Chicago area. They introduce the public to a wide variety of flute literature from the styles of classical, pop, jazz, and contemporary.  

This event is in the "Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers" group

Book Babies

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers

Play and learn with your baby during this interactive lap-sit using rhymes, songs, board books, puppets, and more.

Ages 0-18 months with caregiver

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Program Details:

Play and learn with your baby during this interactive lap-sit using rhymes, songs, board books, puppets, and more.

Ages 0-18 months 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

Monday Matinees

Monday, April 27, 2026 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. 

 

Eternity (2025)

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. 

 

Eternity (2025)