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Consolidated Election Day
Tuesday, April 1, 6:00am-7:00pm
The Library is a polling place for precincts 117, 118, 120, 121, 122, and 124 on Consolidated Election Day. Voting is located in the 2nd floor meeting room.
AgeGuide (ADRN) Hours
Wednesdays, 9:00am-1:00pm
Seniors 60+ and caregivers can have walk-in appointments with a certified representative about health, transportation, housing, and financial resources available in Lake County.
DIY Taxes
Thursdays, 6:00-8:00pm
Patrons with an income of $84,000 or less in 2024 can file their taxes online for free with an in-person counselor on hand to ask questions. (In person)
Fort Hill Heritage Museum Display
March
Come see the special exhibit displayed at the Library!
Spring Reading Challenge
March-May
Join the Spring Reading Challenge! Complete 3 prompts, turn in your card, and you'll be entered to win a $25 gift card. Pick up your challenge card at the Adult Help Desk on the 2nd floor.
Illinois Libraries Present - 9to5
Sunday, March 23
Register to receive a link to watch 9to5: The Story of a Movement, which highlights the creation of the 9to5 movement, established to fight for workplace equity and against wage discrepancy. (Online)
The Empowered Caregiver: Supporting Independence
Tuesday, March 25, 2:00pm
Learn to help someone with dementia engage in daily activities by providing appropriate support that balances safety and independence while managing expectations. (In person)
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Introduction to Line Dancing
Wednesday, March 26, 7:00pm
This event is full! If you are registered and can no longer attend, please call to cancel so others on the wait list can join us. Join us for an introduction to country line dancing with Denita Inez from Desueño Dance. No partners are necessary for this footwork workshop. (In person)
Mindful Movement & Guided Meditation
Thursday, March 27, 11:30am
Learn to calm your mind and body with a certified meditation teacher Isabel Raci, C-IAYT. (In person)
{New} Book of the Month Club The Goddess of Warsaw by Lisa Barr
Thursday, March 27, 7:00pm
A new book club awaits! Read or listen to the book and come to chat! Pick up your copy at the Library or download an ebook or audiobook from home. Refreshments provided. (In person)
Game Night
Monday, March 31, 6:00-8:00pm
Join us for a fun-filled night of board games! (In person)
Wild Ones Bison Tales and Tallgrass Trails
Tuesday, April 1, 7:00pm
Join author and natural history educator Cindy Crosby, as she discusses how bison have shaped Illinois' original garden, the tallgrass prairie. (In person/online)
Family History Finders
Wednesday, April 2, 1:30pm
Explore your family history with library staff and peers by getting tips and resource ideas for genealogy research. (In person)
Weekly
Storytimes
An adult must accompany the child. Siblings are welcome. Please pick up a drop-in ticket at the Kids Help Desk before each storytime. Mar. 3-27
Family
Storytime
Mondays 6:30pm Age 5 & under
Toddler Time Tuesdays
9:30am & 10:30am Ages 1-2
Baby Bounce
Wednesdays
9:30am & 10:30am Birth-15 months
Preschool
Storytime
Thursdays
9:30am & 10:30am Ages 3-5
Dinosaur Discoveries with T-Rexplorers
Monday, March 24, 4:00pm Grades K-5. Dig into all things dinosaur during this interactive program with authentic dinosaur bones! Arrive early for a meet and greet with Ranger the T-Rex. Register all attending.
Shrinky Dinks
Tuesday, March 25 4:30pm Grades K-5. Create mini masterpieces and keychains using shrink plastic. Drop in.
TEEN GRADES 6-12
Teen Chefs -
Kitchen Safety
Wednesday, March 26
2:30pm (full) or 6:00pm Learn kitchen safety and cooking basics through this hands-on class. Use your culinary skills to prepare a tasty treat!
Games & Pizza with Dessert Pizza
Friday, April 4, 4:30pm
Bring your friends and enjoy an afternoon of games, pizza and dessert pizza! Register by noon that Friday so we know how much pizza to order.
The Floor is Lava!
Thursday, March 27, 2:00pm or 4:00pm
All ages. Try to cross the "lava" floor without falling in! Drop in.
Family Pajama Party
Friday, March 28, 5:30-7:00pm
All ages. Bring your stuffie and wear your PJs - we're having a pajama party at the Library! Call to register.
Baby Bounce Playdate
Wednesday, April 2, 9:30-11:00am Birth-15 months. Babies and their grown-ups are invited to socialize, play and read! Siblings welcome! Drop-in ticket required.
Teen Advisory Board
Monday, April 7, 4:15pm
Give your opinion and brainstorm teen events and more, while eating snacks and earning a service hour.