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Adult Events
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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.
Driving Forces - 100+ Years of Women
Influencing Automobiles
Monday, March 3, 7:00pm
Come hear Barbara Barrett speak about female automotive pioneers who influenced the automobile industry. (In person/online)
IL Libraries PresentExploring Space with Coralie Adam
Tuesday, March 4, 7:00pm
Get an inside look at the space industry with Illinois’ own Coralie Adam, Lead Optical Navigation Engineer at KinetX Aerospace. (Online)
Wild Ones - Fireflies: Precious Jewels of the Night
Tuesday, March 4, 7:00pm
Join Xerces Society Ambassador Brandie Dunn, as she sheds light on the enchanting world of fireflies. (In person/online)
Family History Finders
Wednesday, March 5, 1:30pm
Explore your family history with library staff and peers by getting tips and resource ideas for genealogy research. (In person)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga
Thursday, March 6, 11:30am
Seek calm, take time to relax and focus in the comfort of your own home. (Online)
Donuts with the Director
Thursday, March 6, 11:30am
Share your ideas or questions with the library director, Laura Long, and hear about the exciting new happenings at the Library! Drop in.
Film Friday - Respect (PG-13)
Friday, March 7, 3:00pm
Watch a movie at the Library! Snacks and covered drinks are welcome. (In person)
Womanpower
Monday, March 10 7:00pm
Join storyteller Anne Shimojima as she shares folktales and literary traditions of strong, clever, brave, and kind women. (In person/online)
Green Up Your St. Patrick's Day
Wednesday, March 12, 7:00pm
Joan Davis will share the benefits of green, healthy foods, followed by a tasting of a nutritious Shamrock Shake! (In person)
Senior
ConnectionsLula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller
Friday, March 14, 10:30am
The Library leads this engaging book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Booktok Talks - The Dead Cat Tail Assassins by P. Djèlí Clark
Saturday, March 15, 11:00am
Discuss some of the hottest books on the internet while enjoying coffee & pastries provided by the Library.
(AREA Coffee: 18 E Park St, Mundelein)
You Had Me at Film ClubEverything Everywhere All at Once (R)
Tuesday, March 18, 7:00pm
Calling all casual viewers and cinephiles! Discuss a mix of American hits and international favorites while enjoying sweet treats, provided by the Library. Pick up your copy at the desk! (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! Join us for a lively discussion about the Library’s chosen book of the month. (In person)
Stay Crafty!
March
Adults can pick up a craft kit at the First Floor Help Desk! While supplies last, limit 2 per person, please.
AgeGuide ADRN Hours
Wednesdays, 9:00am-1:00pm
Adults 60+ and their caregivers may come for walk-in appointments with a certified representative on health, transportation, housing, and financial resources available for seniors in Lake County.
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
Wings of Fire Scavenger Hunt
March
All ages. Pick up a scavenger hunt guide and find all of the dragons to win a prize. All month long. Drop in.
Craft Camp - Collage Art
Thursday, March 6, 5:30pm
Grades K-5. Explore a new art making technique: collage. Come and create!
Homeschool Learn & Grow
Together
Monday, March 10, 2:00pm
Grades K-5. Join Miss Avocado as we explore our wonderful world and uncover new perspectives on a topic.
Edible Color Wheel
Tuesday, March 11, 6:00pm Grades 3-5. Practice color mixing to create your very own edible color wheel.
TEEN GRADES 6-12
Teen Advisory Board
Monday, March 3, 4:15pm
Give your opinion and brainstorm teen events and more, while eating snacks and earning a service hour.
Games & Pizza
Friday, March 7, 4:30pm
Bring your friends and enjoy an afternoon of games and pizza! Register by noon that Friday so we know how much pizza to order.
Read to Rover
Wednesday, March 12
7:00, 7:15, 7:30 or 7:45pm Age 7 & older. Sign up for one 15-minute time slot to read to a trained therapy dog.
These events are full! If you are already registered and can no longer attend, please call to cancel so others on the wait list can join us.
Bluey Party
Saturday, March 8, 11:00am
All ages. Wackadoo! Come to the Library for a party celebrating all things Bluey and Bingo.
Excellent Egg Drop
Saturday, March 15, 11:00am
Grades K-5. Design a structure that can protect your egg during a big fall!
Teen Puzzle Race
Friday, March 21, 4:15pm
On your mark, get set, go! Which team can put together a puzzle the fastest? The winning team will receive a prize!
