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Youth Poetry Competition

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens & Teens

Celebrate National Poetry Month with the Lincolnwood Library! Submit your poem for a chance to win and be recognized for your poetic achievement. 

 

Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Community Engagement
Program Details:

Celebrate National Poetry Month with the Lincolnwood Library! Submit your poem for a chance to win and be recognized for your poetic achievement. 

 

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.

 

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.

Registration Closed
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.

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.

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.

Knitting Social Circle

Wednesday, April 29, 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.

 

Trinket Box

Decoupage Trinket Box (C)

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Age Group:
Adults

In this workshop with Liz from BrentArt, you will learn the art of decoupage to decorate your own wooden trinket box.

This event is for Lincolnwood Library cardholders.

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

In this workshop with Liz from BrentArt, you will learn the art of decoupage to decorate your own wooden trinket box.

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.

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.

Potato Fashion Show (R)

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Age Group:
Kids

Outfit and accessorize your potato to create a fabulous look for the runway using fabrics and no-heat glue guns. Potatoes will be provided. 

Grades 2-5

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

Outfit and accessorize your potato to create a fabulous look for the runway using fabrics and no-heat glue guns. Potatoes will be provided. 

Grades 2-5

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.

Friday Family Fun

Friday, May 1, 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.

Tulips

Watercolor: Loose Florals - Tulips (C)

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Adult Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Let loose with watercolor as you learn how to paint with Audrey Ra Design, a local teaching artist. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to paint tulips in a loose style.

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, Adult Learning
Registration Required
Program Details:

Let loose with watercolor as you learn how to paint with Audrey Ra Design, a local teaching artist. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to paint tulips in a loose style.

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.

Knitting Social Circle

Wednesday, May 6, 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.

 

Lincolnwood Writes: Writing Club (R) (Hybrid)

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room A at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Adult Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Whether you’re writing for fun or to be published someday, foster your creativity with like-minded authors in this monthly group. Bring in original work to be read aloud and get constructive feedback from your peers. Ages high school and up.

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

Whether you’re writing for fun or to be published someday, foster your creativity with like-minded authors in this monthly group. Bring in original work to be read aloud and get constructive feedback from your peers. Ages high school and up.

Eat • Craft • Watch

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Movies, Music & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all crafters! Gather together over snacks, movies, and dedicated time for creating what you love. We’ll decide as a group what to watch while enjoying each other’s company and working on our own projects.

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

Calling all crafters! Gather together over snacks, movies, and dedicated time for creating what you love. We’ll decide as a group what to watch while enjoying each other’s company and working on our own projects.

Friday Family Fun

Friday, May 8, 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.

Teen Creatives: Summer Vision Board (R)

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Tweens & Teens

Take a walk on the creative side with teen-focused arts and crafts each month!

May: make summer vision boards.

Grades 6-12.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Program Details:

Take a walk on the creative side with teen-focused arts and crafts each month!

May: make summer vision boards.

Grades 6-12.

Natural Soap-Making 101 (C)

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Age Group:
Adults

Join Soapy Roads of Lombard for a hands-on natural soap-making program. Enjoy a people and planet-friendly educational presentation in addition to crafting your own custom melt-and-pour goat’s milk soap at the mobile soap bar.

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

Join Soapy Roads of Lombard for a hands-on natural soap-making program. Enjoy a people and planet-friendly educational presentation in addition to crafting your own custom melt-and-pour goat’s milk soap at the mobile soap bar.

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, May 13, 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.

 

Kid Creatives: Seed Paper (R)

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids

Think creatively and take home your art in this upper-elementary-focused program!

In May, we’ll make seed paper.

Grades 3-5.

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

Think creatively and take home your art in this upper-elementary-focused program!

In May, we’ll make seed paper.

Grades 3-5.

Knitting Social Circle

Wednesday, May 20, 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.

 

Family Paint Night

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room C 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.

Ages 5+

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
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.

Ages 5+

Canva Maker Workshop: Business & Contact Cards (R)

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Technology, Adult Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Learn to use a Canva template to customize and make small cards for your business or personal information.

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

Learn to use a Canva template to customize and make small cards for your business or personal information.

Friday Family Fun

Friday, May 22, 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.

Library Closed-Memorial Day

All Day 5/24 - 5/25
Lincolnwood Library
Closing
Branches:
Lincolnwood Library

Develop Your Story: Disposable Camera Photography

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
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.

Register
Registration Required
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.

Knitting Social Circle

Wednesday, May 27, 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.