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Lincolnwood Reads: Evening Social (C)

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Plaza at Lincolnwood Library

Program Type:

Book Discussions, Special Events, Fun & Games

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Library Plaza
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Special Events, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Program Details:

You’re invited to an evening of conversation and mingling in celebration of the Lincolnwood Reads 2026 selection, How to Read a Book by Monica Wood.

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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.

Teen Book Boxes

All Day 2/7–2/15
Tweens & Teens
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Program Details:

Teen BookBoxes are free subscription box-style treats for teen bibliophiles!  Each customized box contains a selected library book and other goodies to keep.

Sunday Storytime

3:30pm–4:00pm
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
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 more! Aimed at kids under 5, but older siblings are welcome to join the fun too. 

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.

Book Babies

9:30am–10:00am
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Program Details:

Play and learn with your baby during this interactive lap-sit using rhymes, songs, board books, puppets and more! 

Ages 0-18 months 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.

Monday Morning Book Discussion (R) (Hybrid)

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
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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 Take my Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez 

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. 

 

La Bamba (1987)

Yes, And!

4:00pm–4:45pm
Kids
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Program Details:

You be the storyteller! Come and play improv games in this fun acting program for kids.

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.

Animals of the Chinese Zodiac and You (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: History & Culture, Adult Learning
Registration Required
Program Details:

Join presenter Yvonne Wolf for an enriching look at the Chinese zodiac as we prepare to welcome the Year of the Horse on February 17, 2026.

Family Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
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.

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.

 

It’s Tea Time in Europe! (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: History & Culture, Adult Learning
Registration Required
Program Details:

Experience the charm of European tea culture with Sarah Berto.

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.

Musical Storytime

9:30am–10:15am
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
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.

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

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.

 

STEAM: Exploration Station: Snow Slime!

4:30pm–5:15pm
Kids
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Program Details:

Create some snow slime that feels cool to the touch!

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.

Selling Your Home with Confidence (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: Adult Learning
Registration Required
Program Details:

Thinking about selling your home? Join Dan Werdell of Guaranteed Rate Mortgage for a practical session on the home-selling process.

Tales and Tunes for Toddlers

10:00am–10:30am
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Program Details:

This active story time features stories, musical movement and games for 18 to 36 month olds with a 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.

Pajama Storytime

6:15pm–6:45pm
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Program Details:

Wind down and get cozy with some bedtime stories. Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal!

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.

Chair Yoga at Home with Joan [Z]

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Program Details:

Join us online for a relaxing chair yoga session led by certified yoga instructor Joan McGee. From the comfort of home, you’ll practice simple seated poses that support wellness, balance, and peace of mind.

Echoes of Africa: Art and Folktales [Z]

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

Let’s celebrate Black History Month with a vibrant program of storytelling, music, and cultural traditions led by Kenyan educator and storyteller Elizabeth Kahura.

Friday Family Fun

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies & DIY, STEAM
Program Details:

Bring your little ones to this fun, weekly playgroup and connect with other caregivers. We provide toys and coffee for your enjoyment.

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.

Tech Tools for Book Readers (R)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Adult Learning
Registration Required
Program Details:

You know how to read a book . . . but what about keeping up with the books you want to read? The ones you’ve already finished? Finding new ones?

Donut Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincolnwood Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Program Details:

Begin your day with songs, stories, and donuts kindly provided by Schlegl’s Bakery. 

Ages 0-10.

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.

Total T Magic

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: Movies, Music & Entertainment, Special Events
Registration Required
Program Details:

Magic, comedy, balloon art and more! -- Total-T Magic by Terrence Hunter is fun kids and family entertainment.

All ages are welcome at this program.

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.