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Anime Club

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

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

 

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.

Library Closed-Memorial Day

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

Teen Anti-Book Club Book Club

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Tweens & Teens
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Book Discussions
Program Details:

Tired of book clubs that assign you books you don’t want to read? Same. Join us for a chill, no-pressure club where we talk about whatever you are reading — comics, novels, manga, fanfic, audiobooks — anything counts.

Tween Anti-Book Club Book Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens & Teens
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Book Discussions
Program Details:

Tired of book clubs that assign you books you don’t want to read? Same. Join us for a chill, no-pressure club where we talk about whatever you are reading — comics, novels, manga, fanfic, audiobooks — anything counts.

Science Heroes: Adventures of the Missing Colors

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM, Special Events
Registration Required
Program Details:

Join Science Heroes on their mission to turn science into an adventure! Discover how fun and colorful science can be through hands-on experiments all about: chemical reactions, air pressure, physical explosions, and more!

Ages 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.

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.

International Snack Exploration

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Tweens & Teens
Register
Registration Required
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.

Summer Reading Kick Off Party!

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Events, Fun & Games, Community Engagement
Program Details:

Join us to celebrate our Summer Reading Program with bounce houses, face painting, free icecream, and activities for the whole family, including a special bubble show with Ms Make Believe at 4:30pm.


 

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.

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.

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.

Tween & Teen Matinee: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tweens & Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment
Program Details:

Watch Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle with us at the library! Popcorn and Bug Juice provided. 

Ages 13+

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least 5 days prior to the program.

Family Paint Night

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.

Develop Your Story: Disposable Camera Photography

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens & Teens
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. From candid snapshots to creative angles, it’s all about seeing the world through your disposable lens.

Library Closed-Juneteenth

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Lincolnwood Library

Firefly Theater

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Register
Registration Required
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.

Teen Anti-Book Club Book Club

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Tweens & Teens
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Book Discussions
Program Details:

Tired of book clubs that assign you books you don’t want to read? Same. Join us for a chill, no-pressure club where we talk about whatever you are reading — comics, novels, manga, fanfic, audiobooks — anything counts.

Family Paint Night

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Register
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+.

International Snack Exploration

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Tweens & Teens
Register
Registration Required
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.

Tween Anti-Book Club Book Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens & Teens
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Book Discussions
Program Details:

Tired of book clubs that assign you books you don’t want to read? Same. Join us for a chill, no-pressure club where we talk about whatever you are reading — comics, novels, manga, fanfic, audiobooks — anything counts.

Pressed Flower Lanterns

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Tweens & Teens
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Registration Required
Program Details:

Create a pressed flower lantern with our supplies!

For grades 6-12.

Tween & Teen Matinee: Jumanji: The Next Level

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tweens & Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment
Program Details:

Watch Jumanji: The Next Level with us at the library! Popcorn and Bug Juice provided. 

Ages 13+.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least 5 days prior to the program.

Develop Your Story: Disposable Camera Photography Reveal Night

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY
Registration Required
Program Details:

You took the shots—now it’s time to see the magic! Join us for a relaxed gallery-style evening where we unveil the photos from our tween and teen disposable camera program.

World Language Storytime: German

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning, History & Culture
Registration Required
Program Details:

Level up your language skills with this fun interactive, bilingual storytime.

All ages are welcome.

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.

Origami Bookmarks and Card Making

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tweens & Teens
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, Community Engagement
Program Details:

Bring a ray of sunshine to seniors with handcrafted origami and cards that will be distributed to assisted living facilities, hospitals, and care centers.

Ages 10+