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The Little Dancer: A Reimagining of Le Petit Prince (R)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
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Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: History & Culture, Special Events
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Program Details:

Ede2 celebrates its 15th Anniversary with an original dance production “The Little Dancer: A Reimagining of Le Petit Prince” written by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. The out-of-this-world production will follow the story of

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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.

Lincolnwood Reads: Author Talk with Monica Wood [Zoom]

7:00pm–8:00pm
Tweens & Teens, Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Special Events
Program Details:

Meet Monica Wood–author of How to Read a Book–from the comfort of your own home!

Family Paint Night (R)

6:00pm–7:00pm
Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
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+

Illinois Libraries Presents: Beyond the Page with Percival Everett [ZOOM ONLY]

7:00pm–8:00pm
Tweens & Teens, Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Adult Learning
Program Details:

Industrious, irreverent, humble–though he may deny the accusation–Percival Everett, like his fiction, defies categorization.

After Hours Escape Room: Five Nights At Freddy's

6:00pm–8:00pm
Tweens & Teens
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Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Program Details:

Sign up to receive a time slot to get "locked" into Freddy Fazbear's Pizza. Can you earn your check and escape from the haunted animatronics before you are trapped there forever? Pizza and snacks will be served.

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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.

D&D with Dungeon Master Grease

1:15pm–4:45pm
Tweens & Teens
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Program Details:

Interested in playing Dungeons and Dragons? Come and learn the best way– by playing. Newbs and seasoned adventurers alike are welcome. Dice, character sheets, and snacks provided.

Grades 6-12.

Teen Tween Yoga

7:00pm–8:00pm
Tweens & Teens
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Program Details:

Take a break, stretch it out, and recharge! Join us for a relaxed yoga session designed for tweens and teens of all skill levels. We’ll focus on movement, breathing, and mindfulness to help you unwind after a busy day.

Musical Bingo: Disney Edition! (R)

6:30pm–8:00pm
Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment, Special Events
Registration Required
Program Details:

Step into the magic with Musical Bingo: Disney Edition!

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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 Book Boxes

All Day
Tweens & Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Program Details:

Teen BookBoxes are free subscription-style boxes for teen bibliophiles! Each customized box contains a selected library book and other goodies to keep. Sign up in April, and we’ll contact you when your BookBox is ready for pickup.

Mario Kart World Tournament (R)

3:30pm–5:00pm
Tweens & Teens
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Program Details:

Put your Mario Kart World skills to the test in this single-elimination head-to-head bracket tournament. Prizes will be awarded to the top three players. Arrive on time to be assigned a spot.

Sour Candy Swap (R)

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

Bring a bag of your favorite sour candy to swap with fellow sour candy aficionados. Discover new favorites and taste a curated selection of the finest sour candies, handpicked by the sour candy experts at Lincolnwood Library.

Teen Creatives: Library Card Holders

6:30pm–7:30pm
Tweens & Teens
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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!

April: decorate library card holders.

International Snack Exploration

4:15pm–5:00pm
Tweens & Teens
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: History & Culture
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

Family Paint Night (R)

6:00pm–7:00pm
Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
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+

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

7:00pm–8:00pm
Tweens & Teens, Adults
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.

Nintendo Switch 2 Free Play

2:00pm–4:00pm
Tweens & Teens
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

Tween & Teen Yoga (R)

7:00pm–7:45pm
Tweens & Teens
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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.

Free Comic Book Day (R)

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: YTS
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment, Special Events, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Program Details:

Saturday May 2, is Free Comic Book Day! Head to Lincolnwood Library and pick up your free comic book courtesy of a generous donation from Zombie Unicorn Comics (while supplies last).

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.

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.

Teen Creatives: Summer Vision

6:30pm–7:30pm
Tweens & Teens
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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.

Library Closed-Memorial Day

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

Library Closed-Juneteenth

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Lincolnwood Library