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Family Costume Swap Drop Off

10/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 10/15/2024 @ 9:00pm
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: YTS
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Special Events
Program Details:

From October 1st through 15th, drop off your gently used and freshly washed kids costumes at the Youth & Teen Services Desk.

Illinois Libraries Present: Being Imperfect with Erika Sanchez (R) (Hybrid)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Tweens & Teens, Adults
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Registration
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Program Details:

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Erika Sánchez, award-winning author of I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter, joined in conversation by Cynthia Pelayo.

Library Closed-Indigenous People's Day

All Day 10/13 - 10/14
Closing
Branches:
Lincolnwood Library

Magic: the Gathering Meetup

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tweens & Teens
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Program Details:

Come and play Magic: The Gathering card game with us! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, all players are welcome. Bring your own cards or use the library’s set to play, and win free cards to expand your collection.

Family Costume Swap and DIY Costume Tutorial

4:00pm - 5:45pm
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Special Events, Community Engagement
Program Details:

From October 1st through 15th, drop off your gently used and freshly washed kids costumes at the Youth & Teen Services Desk. On Wednesday, October 16th, come select from available costumes and participate in a short, DIY costume tutorial!

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.

Anime Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tweens & Teens
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Registration
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Program Details:

Watch anime, draw manga and enjoy snacks at our Anime Club!

Ping Pong Tournament

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens & Teens
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Registration
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Program Details:

Test your ping pong skills in this tournament-style competition. Winner will receive a prize!

Grades 6-8

Illinois Libraries Present: Raise Your Voice with Jason Reynolds

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Tweens & Teens, Adults
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Registration
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Program Details:

We welcome Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature.

Family Fright Fest

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Program Details:

Come dressed in costume to this family-friendly Halloween event! Play games, make crafts, and trick-or-treat around the library.

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.

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.

DIY Pop Sockets

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tweens & Teens
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Registration
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Registration Required
Program Details:

Come decorate your own Pop Socket with your own designs or print-outs! (One pop socket per registrant will be supplied by the library.)

Grades 6-12

Book Sale

All Day 11/2 - 11/8
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
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!

Anime Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tweens & Teens
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Program Details:

Watch anime, draw manga and enjoy snacks at our Anime Club!

International Snack Exploration

4:30pm - 5:15pm
Tweens & Teens
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Registration
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: History & Culture
Registration Required
Program Details:

Taste and rank snacks from around the world and learn about a new country each month while you munch on unique foods!

Grades 6-12

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.

T(w)een Paint and Snack

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens & Teens
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Registration
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Registration Required
Program Details:

Recreate your own masterpiece by following step-by-step instructions to paint your own version of the sample art piece. Snacks will be available to help feed your creativity. 


Grades 6-12

Winter Family Portraits (C)

10:00am - 11:30am
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
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Registration
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Program Details:

Get ready for the new year with a new family portrait taken by our library’s photographer! Limited to 15 families who will receive a set number of digital photos.

Monday Night Magic: the Gathering

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tweens & Teens
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Program Details:

Come and play Magic: The Gathering card game with us! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, all players are welcome. Bring your own cards or use the library’s set to play, and win free cards to expand your collection.

Illinois Libraries Present: Holiday Tips and Tricks with Chef Art Smith (R) (Hybrid)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Tweens & Teens, Adults
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Registration
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Adult Learning
Registration Required
Program Details:

Register and join Chef Art Smith on Zoom to inspire your holiday season as you learn about his culinary journey (which includes two James Beard Foundation awards).

Council of Awesome T[w]eens

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Tweens & Teens
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Registration
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Registration Required
Program Details:

Enthusiastic, motivated students are invited to join the Library Council of Awesome Tweens, aka Library C.A.T. Make your voice heard and suggest ideas to make our already-awesome library even more awesome!

Grades 6-12

Library Closed-Thanksgiving

All Day 11/27 - 11/29
Closing
Branches:
Lincolnwood Library

Library Closed-Christmas

12/24/2024 @ 12:15pm - 12/25/2024 @ 1:15pm
Closing
Branches:
Lincolnwood Library

Library Closed-New Year's Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Lincolnwood Library

Library Closed-Memorial Day

All Day 5/25 - 5/26
Closing
Branches:
Lincolnwood Library