Upcoming Events

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.

Prepare for retirement with expert guidance from CFP John Daly. Learn when to retire, how much you'll need, and how to invest wisely. 

Join us for a special after-hours screening of Sights and Sounds of the Assyrian Diaspora: Art in Response to Statelessness, a documentary by filmmaker Samuel(Shmuel) Tamo.

Join Barbara Ginty, CFP® CEPA®, for a deep dive into student loans and their impact on long-term financial goals.

Join Jan Hincapie and discover the Danish art of Hygge (pronounced "hoo-ga")—a feeling of contentment, comfort, and coziness.

Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and an outdoor educator using her platforms, TikTok account alexisnikole and Instagram page blackforager, to celebrate all the edible plants hiding in plain sight.

Join us for a fun and friendly game of Scrabble at the Library! Whether you're a seasoned wordsmith or a beginner, all experience levels are welcome. We’ll provide the space and the game —just bring your love of words!

Create and edit documents online. This popular alternative to Microsoft Word includes unique features such as real-time collaboration and automatic saving.

Learn how to paint floral elements in water color with Audrey Ra of Audrey Ra Design. You’ll practice basic techniques and then arrange floral elements to create two wreaths. 

Join nationally recognized financial expert Terry Savage for an insightful talk on the economy, financial markets, and personal finance.

The Cook County Department of Environment & Sustainability Community Outreach Coordinator, Max Ciarlone, will discuss ways to create less waste and how to recycle various household materials.

Bring your iPhone and iPad to meet fellow Apple users and learn to do more with your device.

Learn from attorney Jacob K. Ehrensaft about wills, trusts, powers of attorney probate, and guardianship. Take the first step to create or update a plan that is appropriate for you.

Store, organize, and share your photos using your Google account.

Mah jongg came a long way…from China to the US.

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.

Desmond is a professor of sociology at Princeton University and author of the award-winning book, Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City.

Explore the fundamentals of extreme weather with Storm Science!

Join us for a fun and friendly game of Scrabble at the Library! Whether you're a seasoned wordsmith or a beginner, all experience levels are welcome. We’ll provide the space and the game —just bring your love of words!

Learn how to spot and avoid online scams with the Illinois Attorney General’s Office. From identity theft to financial fraud, get tips on protecting your personal and financial information online.

Bring your iPhone and iPad to meet fellow Apple users and learn to do more with your device.

Experience the beauty and tradition of the Japanese tea ceremony with the Japanese Cultural Center of Chicago.

Learn eco-friendly lawn care techniques with a University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener. Discover how to maintain a healthy lawn while protecting the environment and create a sustainable action plan for your home.