Upcoming Events

If you'd like to become a naturalized U.S. citizen, attend this 12-week series to prepare for the citizenship test in a small, online group. Content includes American history, civics, speaking, and reading and writing in English.

Ninety years ago, a plucky detective stepped out of her blue roadster and into the hearts of readers. The brainchild of publisher Edward Stratemeyer, Nancy Drew proved that a strong heroine with style and bravery could win huge popularity.

Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano. Awarded a college basketball scholarship away from his childhood home silenced by tragedy, a young man befriends a spirited young woman who welcomes him into her loving, loud, chaotic household.

Women’s Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart, Award-Winning Author and Professor of Philosophy

Make layered and multi-dimensional Valentine's Day cards using the library's die-cuts. All supplies provided.

Online only

Discuss chapter 1 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Facilitated by Gary Midkiff. 

Directed by Oscar-winner Sidney Lumet (Serpico), this gripping crime thriller follows two desperate brothers—ambitious Andy (Philip Seymour Hoffman) and struggling Hank (Ethan Hawke)—who plot to rob their own parents' jewelry store.

Communicate and preserve your values, stories, wisdom, and blessings for future generations. Everyone has something important to share.

Regular meeting of the Board of Library Trustees (BOLT).

Practice your English conversation skills with a librarian and other non-native English speakers.

Step into the French Quarter and explore the culinary history of the Big Easy with author, former NOLA resident, and food history enthusiast Amy Gail Hansen, whose novel, The Butterfly Sister, is set in New Orleans.&nb

If you'd like to become a naturalized U.S. citizen, attend this 12-week series to prepare for the citizenship test in a small, online group. Content includes American history, civics, speaking, and reading and writing in English.

Connect with fellow yarn lovers in a friendly and creative space at the library. Share your projects, tips and stories with other knitters, crocheters, and needle crafters.

In-person only

Discuss chapter 1 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Facilitated by Gary Midkiff. 

All Ages. Drop in for a sticker mosaic and coloring.

This program is free and open to everyone. Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

In your 20s or 30s and thirsting for intelligent conversation with excellent people? Meet for a book discussion at Half Day Brewing of Lincolnshire with excellent people over adult beverages and delicious food.

Share work, meet fellow writers, get constructive feedback, and discuss the publishing business in this informal group. All writers welcome.

Explore the solar system's frozen wonders–from icy moons and comets, to flowing glaciers, and ice volcanoes–with Michelle Nichols, director of Public Observing at the Adler Planetarium.

Learn to use this popular free cloud storage service to collaborate and improve productivity. Please bring your account name and password.

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The Seed Library will return in March 2026. Help us prep with a hands-on seed-packing party to get ready for a season of growing, sharing, and sustainability. Drop in as you can or come for the whole two hours.

Games for Grownups is available in-person or online. Select your format below.

Smithson’s Gamble: The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch,  A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution Collaboration

This event is free and open to all. Signup is required. Sign up online here, by telephone at 224-543-1485, or in person at the library.

If you'd like to become a naturalized U.S. citizen, attend this 12-week series to prepare for the citizenship test in a small, online group. Content includes American history, civics, speaking, and reading and writing in English.