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Lego Club

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids

Create your own LEGO or DUPLO masterpiece with the library's collection of bricks.

 

Grades K-5.

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

Create your own LEGO or DUPLO masterpiece with the library's collection of bricks.

 

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.

Plant Swap (D)

Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Parking Lot at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all plant lovers! Bring your potted and pest-free houseplants, cuttings, seedlings, succulents, air plants, wildflowers, annuals, or perennials to trade with fellow plant enthusiasts.

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Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Special Events
Program Details:

Calling all plant lovers! Bring your potted and pest-free houseplants, cuttings, seedlings, succulents, air plants, wildflowers, annuals, or perennials to trade with fellow plant enthusiasts.

Monday Matinees

Monday, June 23, 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]

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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]

Role Playing Games

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids

Do you enjoy Dungeons & Dragons? Are you a fan of Stranger Things? Come create an RPG character and play an RPG adventure game. No experience required.

Grades 3-6.

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

Do you enjoy Dungeons & Dragons? Are you a fan of Stranger Things? Come create an RPG character and play an RPG adventure game. No experience required.

Grades 3-6.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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.

Regular Board Meeting

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Board Meetings
Age Group:
Adults

Regular Board Meeting

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

Regular Board Meeting

Books in the Woods (R) (Hybrid)

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

This month we will be reading Separation Anxiety by Laura Zigman.

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Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Program Details:

This month we will be reading Separation Anxiety by Laura Zigman.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, June 24, 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 

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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.

Click, Clip, Save: Using Grocery Store Apps (R)

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Technology, Adult Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Ever feel lost in the supermarket? Join us for a session on using phone apps/rewards programs for area grocery stores, including Jewel-Osco, Mariano's, Wal-Mart, and Target.

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

Ever feel lost in the supermarket? Join us for a session on using phone apps/rewards programs for area grocery stores, including Jewel-Osco, Mariano's, Wal-Mart, and Target.

Mah Jongg

Tuesday, June 24, 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.

 

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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.

 

Larger than Life Board Games: Twister

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Kids

Get massively tangled in this giant version of Twister!

Grades K-5.

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

Get massively tangled in this giant version of Twister!

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.

Easy Does It Yoga (R)

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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

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.

Musical Storytime

Wednesday, June 25, 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

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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.

Knitting Social Circle

Wednesday, June 25, 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.

 

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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.

 

Tarot Card Readings (C)

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Adults

See what the Summer Solstice has in store for you! Sign up for a ten-minute, one-on-one tarot reading with Librarian and Tarot Reader Rachel. Registrants will be assigned a specific time slot.

Full
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Program Details:

See what the Summer Solstice has in store for you! Sign up for a ten-minute, one-on-one tarot reading with Librarian and Tarot Reader Rachel. Registrants will be assigned a specific time slot.

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.

Masterpiece Storytime

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids

All ages are welcome to this cozy, classic storytime. Snuggle up as we read aloud picture book masterpieces.

June books: Wiggle, Freight Train, Mother Bruce

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

All ages are welcome to this cozy, classic storytime. Snuggle up as we read aloud picture book masterpieces.

June books: Wiggle, Freight Train, Mother Bruce

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.

Storytime in the Park

Thursday, June 26, 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.

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Offsite Event
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.

Create Your Own Chainmail Bracelet (C)

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the timeless art of connecting metal rings to craft a stylish and intricate chainmail bracelet. No experience needed—just bring your creativity! Presented in partnership with the Evanston Art Center.

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

Learn the timeless art of connecting metal rings to craft a stylish and intricate chainmail bracelet. No experience needed—just bring your creativity! Presented in partnership with the Evanston Art Center.

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.

Checkmates! Chess Club

Thursday, June 26, 2025 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.

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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.

Friday Family Fun

Friday, June 27, 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). 

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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.

iPhone & iPad Club (R)

Friday, June 27, 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.

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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.

Family Movie Series

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room C at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Movies, Music & Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids

Watch a movie with us Fridays at the library! Popcorn provided. No movie on Friday, July 4th due to library closing.

 

Jun 27: Sonic the Hedgehog

Jul 11: Zathura

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

Watch a movie with us Fridays at the library! Popcorn provided. No movie on Friday, July 4th due to library closing.

 

Jun 27: Sonic the Hedgehog

Jul 11: Zathura

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.

Firefly Theater

Sunday, June 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning, Movies, Music & Entertainment, Special Events
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults

Join Spark the Firefly and her friends for a summer night in Firefly Grove. Gather around the campfire to sing songs, listen to stories and watch the stars.

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Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning, Movies, Music & Entertainment, Special Events
Registration Required
Program Details:

Join Spark the Firefly and her friends for a summer night in Firefly Grove. Gather around the campfire to sing songs, listen to stories and watch the stars.

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.

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.

Monday Matinees

Monday, June 30, 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]

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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]

Messy Murals

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room A/B at Lincolnwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Age Group:
Kids

Let your artistic side take over and help make a giant mural using paint, markers, crayons, stickers, and more!

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

Let your artistic side take over and help make a giant mural using paint, markers, crayons, stickers, and more!

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.