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Knitting Social Circle

11:00am–12:30pm
Adults
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)

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
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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.

Easy Does It Yoga (R)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Program Details:

Easy Does It Yoga is back in person! 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.

iPhone & iPad Club (R)

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
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Registration Required
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.

Sunday Afternoon with Lakeside Flutes (R)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Program Details:

Lakeside Flutes, a flute choir founded in 1987, is an ensemble of flutists from the greater Chicago area. They introduce the public to a wide variety of flute literature from the styles of classical, pop, jazz, and contemporary.  

Monday Matinees

1:00pm–3:45pm
Adults
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! Doors open at 12:45pm. 

 

Eternity (2025)

Regular Board Meeting

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
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)

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
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Registration Required
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 What Strange Paradise by Omar El Akkad.

Mah Jongg

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
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.

 

*CANCELLED* The Life and Times of Babe Ruth (R)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Cancelled
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning
Registration Required
Program Details:

Gary Livacari presents a look at the life and times of Babe Ruth, from his difficult early childhood and years at St. Mary’s Industrial School for Boys, to his rise as one of baseball’s most iconic figures.

Knitting Social Circle

11:00am–12:30pm
Adults
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.

 

Decoupage Trinket Box (C)

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
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.

Free Comic Book Day (R)

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Adults
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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.

Cambodian Music: The Living Tradition (R)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Program Details:

Crossing Borders Music joins the National Cambodian Heritage Museum Traditional Music Ensemble for an amazing fusion of Cambodian and European traditional instruments performing Cambodian classics!

Monday Matinees

1:00pm–3:45pm
Adults
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! Doors open at 12:45pm. 

The Housemaid (2025)

Mon, May 4 • 1-3:30pm • R, 131 mins • [D]

Mah Jongg

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
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.

 

Watercolor: Loose Florals - Tulips (C)

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
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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

11:00am–12:30pm
Adults
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)

7:00pm–9:00pm
Adults
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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

6:30pm–9:00pm
Adults
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.

Monday Morning Book Discussion (R) (Hybrid)

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Program Details:

This month we will be reading Real Americans by Rachel Khong.

Monday Matinees

1:00pm–3:45pm
Adults
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! Doors open at 12:45pm. 

The Housemaid (2025)

Mon, May 4 • 1-3:30pm • R, 131 mins • [D]

Because I Matter: Breast Cancer Education (R)

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Adult Learning
Registration Required
Program Details:

Hosted by the University of Illinois Extension, this session introduces the MammaCare® Method for breast self examination.

Mah Jongg

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
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.