Virtual Programs
- Target Audience options: Child, Teen, Adult, Senior
- Program Type options: Storytime, Craft, Game, Instructional, Informational, Discussion
- Link options: Document, Video, Social media post, Webpage/Blog
Add your library's virtual program information.
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| Library Name | Library Type | Target Audience | Program Type | Program Title | Media |
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Milledgeville Public Library ( Jennifer Garden) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Storytime |
Storytelling I am telling folktales and fairy tales on my library's Facebook page, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at about 3 pm. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/MvillePubLib/?eid=ARApmrLRhvgmF_mm5JlPXRGXZw8AhTufj96lVGjCLrd1Zm2eQ-qJvObgVb_yZR7D1OCfrWx436I_9J6d |
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River Forest Public Library ( Amy Grossman) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Storytime Short story time clips featuring 1 song, rhyme, or story posted to our Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube pages. |
Video |
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Town and Country Public Library District ( Emily Hoffman) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime | Virtual storytimes | Social media post |
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Town and Country Public Library District ( Emily Hoffman) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Instant access to digital content |
Digital Library Card Registration | Other; please specify |
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Prospect Heights Public Library District ( Ann Marie Thomas) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Access to digital content |
Digital Library Card Registration | Other; please specify |
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Prospect Heights Public Library District ( Sue Seggeling) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Story times Story times on Tuesday and Thurs. with Miss Julie. sleepy story time once a month with Miss Mallorie. |
Social media post |
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Prospect Heights Public Library District ( Sue Seggeling) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Tuesday Tunes Twice a week sing-a-long with Miss Mallorie. |
Social media post |
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Prospect Heights Public Library District ( Sue Seggeling) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Instructional |
Lego & Duplo Club Challenge, Math Challenge Challenges for kids who usually come to our monthly clubs. we post their creations on our FB page. Math club math challenges. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/prospectheightspubliclibrary |
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Highland Park Public Library (Laurie Skinner) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Shelf-Isolation Staff members discuss what they are doing, Includes a list of titles discussed in the notes. |
Video https://youtu.be/we_UIjcVqtU |
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Highland Park Public Library ( Laurie Skinner) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational | Exploring The World From Home | Webpage or blog https://www.hplibrary.org/isolation |
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Homer Township Public Library (Heather Colby) |
Public | Teen |
Other; please specify Teen Volunteer Project |
At-Home Volunteer Project for Teens Teens can illustrate recipes for Students Rebuild & receive service hours. Feel free to use the exact wording on our website or edit it if needed. |
Webpage or blog https://homerlibrary.org/volunteer |
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Evergreen Park Public Library ( Jenna Harte) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Daily Crochet Lessons Using Facebook Live, we are teaching cumulative crochet lessons for beginners. Each lesson lasts anywhere between 30 minutes to one hour. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/EvergreenParkPublicLibrary/ |
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Evergreen Park Public Library (Jenna Harte) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Stay Home Book Share This is an opportunity for lit lovers to share the books they are reading in isolation via Zoom. |
Video https://us04web.zoom.us/j/8902059691 |
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Brookfield Public Library (Amy Dittmeier) |
Public | Teen | Informational |
Book Recommendations We're doing one book and one comic book recommendation a week on our teen Instagram. We make sure titles are available through Hoopla before posting. |
Social media post https://www.instagram.com/brookfieldteens_il/ |
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Prospect Heights Public Library District (Julie Rodrian) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Storytime Shorts A short themed storytime posted on Tuesdays and Thursdays that will include a craft idea. |
Social media post https://www.youtube.com/user/PHPLibraryLink |
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River Grove Public Library District (Dayna Tucker) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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RGPL STORYTIME with Mrs. Tucker This is a private facebook group just for storytime posts. I have posted videos, links and ideas for stuff to do at home. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/groups/520215132211725/ |
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Bridgeview Public Library ( Christine Sebuck) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
ebooks and audio books and streaming services |
Online Library Overdrive/Libby, CreativeBug, hoopla, kanopy, BookFlix, RBDigital, eRead Illinois, Flipster, Biblioboard, Freading, and Mango Languages |
Other; please specify https://www.bridgeviewlibrary.org/hoopla.asp https://www.bridgeviewlibrary.org/databases.asp https://www.bridgeviewlibrary.org/childrenparents.asp |
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Skokie Public Library (Amy Koester) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Game |
Skokie Trivia Night: Digital Event Dig through our library’s archives to answer trivia questions about the history of Skokie and the library. |
Webpage or blog https://skokielibrary.info/events/12373/ |
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Skokie Public Library (Amy Koester) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Storytime: Digital Event Enjoy a fun story and song with one of our librarians. |
Webpage or blog https://skokielibrary.info/events/12374/ |
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Skokie Public Library (Amy Koester) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
ESL Cafe: Digital Event Tutors from Niles Township Schools' ELL Parent Center will help with conversations and answer questions. |
Webpage or blog https://skokielibrary.info/events/12375/ |
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Skokie Public Library (Amy Koester) |
Public | Teen | Discussion |
Teen Discord Server Hangout: Digital Event The library is on Discord! Help us create a space where we can game together, hang out, and try new things. For grades 6-12. |
Webpage or blog https://skokielibrary.info/events/12379/ |
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Cortland Community Library ( Barb coward) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Tuesday Story & Craft with Miss Terri Story time teacher reading and craft ideas from her home via Facebook |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/cortlandcommunitylibrary/?ref=search&__tn__=%2Cd%2CP-R&eid=ARAB9Ve7sfPOuQuMtRnib5AX_9Z6nSFU6Ejl9Bsno_Nx |
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Skokie Public Library (Amy Koester) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Informational |
Civic Lab Chat: COVID-19 Information and Misinformation: Digital Event Our Civic Lab team chats on Twitter about finding reliable information about COVID-19 and combating misinformation. Follow along at #CivicLabChat. |
Webpage or blog https://skokielibrary.info/events/12376/ |
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Skokie Public Library (Amy Koester) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Remote Book Club: The Good Neighbor: Digital Event Our inaugural remote book discussion will take place on Goodreads. We are reading The Good Neighbor by Maxwell King. |
Webpage or blog https://skokielibrary.info/events/12368/ |
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Skokie Public Library (Amy Koester) |
Public | Teen | Discussion |
Teen Library Council: Digital Event Give your input on remote library services and events for teens. For grades 6-12. |
Webpage or blog https://skokielibrary.info/events/12377/ |
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Skokie Public Library (Amy Koester) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) |
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How to Make a Terrarium: Digital Event Terrariums are indoor gardens that are easy to maintain. We demonstrate how to make one with items that you may have or can find easily |
Webpage or blog https://skokielibrary.info/events/12378/ |
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LaGrange Park Public Library District (Samantha Farruggia) |
Public | Teen | Informational |
QuaranTeen Reading Program Read and review a YA book to posted on the YA Instagram page. Small prize given for each review. |
Social media post https://www.instagram.com/lpplya/ |
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LaGrange Park Public Library District (Samantha Farruggia) |
Public | Teen | Discussion |
Netflix Party Viewing and chatting about various netflix programs. |
Webpage or blog https://www.netflixparty.com/ |
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LaGrange Park Public Library District (Gabe Oppenheim) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Reference |
Remote Phone Reference We are offering reference services and technology assistance via phone on weekdays from 1-5pm. |
Webpage or blog https://www.lplibrary.org |
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LaGrange Park Public Library District (Gabe Oppenheim) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Digital material recommedations We are sharing recommendations for downloadable/streaming content across our social media platforms. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/lagrangeparklibrary/photos/a.193223331490/10157370856861491/?type=3&theater |
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LaGrange Park Public Library District (Maureen Sill) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Library cards! |
Remote library card registration Fill out a form, get access to digital collections |
Webpage or blog https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6-jBZK1fZUjUMkBxpDTEtDzSxpUy_Y8g9AXpbVwrxIhwVVw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1 |
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Plainfield Public Library District (Kara Kohn) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Historical portrayal |
Edit OPEN CONFIGURATION OPTIONS FAMOUS FIRST LADIES Join historical actress Jenny Riddle as she dramatizes, in character, the personal lives of three remarkable First Ladies. |
Video https://plainfieldpubliclibrary.librarymarket.com/events/famous-first-ladies-virtual-presentation |
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Plainfield Public Library District (Kara Kohn) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Instructional |
Unlocking the Secrets of Your Family Tree Learn how to start tracing your family history using documents and keepsakes you have in your attic and around your house. |
Video https://plainfieldpubliclibrary.librarymarket.com/events/unlocking-secrets-your-family-tree-webinar |
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Plainfield Public Library District ( Veronica De Fazio) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Family Storytime Kit A do-it-yourself resource for storytimes at home featuring a book, song, craft, online resources and more. |
Webpage or blog https://plainfieldpubliclibrary.org/family-storytime-kits/ |
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Evergreen Park Public Library (Mary Black) |
Public | Teen |
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Seriously Funny Book Share EPPL Teen Services is partnering with Evergreen Park Community High School for a "Seriously Funny Book Share " online April Fool's Day. |
Other; please specifyZoom Meeting |
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Brookfield Public Library ( Christal Beyer) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Book Babies Book Babies is a storytime designed for children under the age of two years old by Librarian Susan Casey. |
Social media post https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77nBe-GLT2M |
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Brookfield Public Library ( Christal Beyer) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Storytime for Babies and 2s & 3s This storytime is designed for children 3 years old and younger by Librarian Susan Casey. |
Social media post https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4OihFwaMaA0 |
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Brookfield Public Library (Christal Beyer) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Instructional |
Miss Anne Plays with Shaving Cream This video is designed for young children to have meaningful learning through play. Librarian Anne Jordan-Baker presented the activities. |
Social media post https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOyXdu3BUNA&t=66s |
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Brookfield Public Library (Christal Beyer) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) |
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Alan Reviews Staff Member Alan Ortiz provides reviews of movies that can be checked out on Hoopla. |
Social media post https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1IvrkgnxCsE&t=87s |
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Brookfield Public Library ( Christal Beyer) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) |
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Alan Reviews Staff Member Alan Ortiz reviews movies that can be viewed on Hoopla. |
Social media post https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSNvcbOEAU8 |
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LaGrange Park Public Library District (Rose Hopkins-LaRocco) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
STEM |
Storytimes (live and recorded) Staff have been recording storytimes and we are doing a weekly live storytime. Other staff are working to get craft and science programs going. |
Video https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxBrckPkIK4pjrKDuddZj0w |
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Northbrook Public Library (Tracy Gossage) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Film screening |
Lives Well Lived Virtual Screening Swapping a cancelled film screening for a "virtual" screening instead which would involve sharing a 24 hour pass to watch the film |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/northbrookpl |
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Coal City Public Library District (Leah Bill) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Storytime Live We are doing live storytimes on our Facebook page. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/ccpld.org |
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Coal City Public Library District (Leah Bill) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Instructional |
Adult 1/2 hour cardio or strength training Our library does adult exercise classes 3 days a week so we've taken it to Facebook and added an extra day of strength training. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/ccpld.org |
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Glencoe Public Library (Ann Finstad) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Storytime Live We will begin presenting live storytimes on Facebook beginning April 3. |
Social media post http://www.facebook.com |
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River Forest Public Library (Shannon Gruber) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
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Craft with Maria - Middle School Makers Maria, one of our ATS library associates, will be doing a weekly Middle School Makers craft video to post on social media. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/RiverForestPublicLibrary/videos/876499166143049 |
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Oakton Community College ( Martinique Hallerduff) |
Academic |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Library Instruction in a Flexible-Instruction Class Librarians design asynchronous content to teach students Information Literacy in their for-credit courses. |
Webpage or blog https://www.oakton.edu/library/info_for/fac_staff/index.php |
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Oakton Community College ( Martinique Hallerduff) |
Academic |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Instructional |
Research Consultation Appointments online Librarians use chat or zoom to help students with their research. |
Webpage or blog https://www.oakton.edu/library/librarian/index.php |
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Midlothian Public Library (Jennifer Cottrill) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Instructional |
How-To in a Box Library staff uses a camera on a box to demo "how to" do something inside the box, e.g. cooking, technology, craft. 1x/week, streamed via FB Live. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/midlothianpubliclibrary/ |
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Tiskilwa Public Library (Lisa Bettner) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational | na | Social media post https://www.facebook.com/Tiskilwa-Public-Library-507527699329314 |
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Frankfort Public Library District ( Jill Ganeshan) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
A guided movement & meditation class. |
Live Yoga with FPLD (through Facebook) Start your day with Yoga at FPLD. Librarian Jill will lead a 10-minute practice that helps you wake up your body and face life's challenges. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/FrankfortLibrary/posts/10158295685175238 |
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Bartlett Public Library District (Sandra O. Sasal) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Game |
Virtual Chess Club Using Chess.com, start a chess club and invite patrons to play during designated times. "Tournaments" can be created for a small fee ($5 a month). |
Webpage or blog https://www.chess.com/ |
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Wheaton Public Library ( Rachel Weiss-Binder) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Virtual Library Time Zoom Library Time (Storytime) for variety of ages |
Other; please specifyzoom |
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Wheaton Public Library ( Rachel Weiss-Binder) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Game |
Daily Challenge Daily Short Video Challenges for kids (have a dance party, draw what you see outside your window, write a letter, play "the floor is lava," etc.) |
Webpage or blog https://wheatonlibrary.org/content/kids-virtual-library |
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Wheaton Public Library ( Rachel Weiss-Binder) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Make at Home Staff compiled games/crafts/activities that can be made at home using ordinary household materials |
Webpage or blog https://wheatonlibrary.org/content/kids-virtual-library |
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Geneva Public Library ( Christine Lazaris) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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GPLD Connects Virtual programming on various topics for all ages. Individual programs are promoted as events on social media and archived on our website. |
Webpage or blog http://gpld.org/gpld-connects |
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Bloomington Public Library ( Alysha Jackson) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
Craft |
Corner Bookmark Craft Create your own corner bookmark using paper, writing tools, and decorations you have at home (stickers, gems, etc.). |
Video https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=845808379163766&external_log_id=66bb9ffbd97715273112d894ae54959a&q=bloomington%20public%20libr |
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Midlothian Public Library (Jamie Kallio) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Online Storytime A 25-30 minute once a week storytime featuring one of several youth services assistants or myself. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/midlothianpubliclibrary/videos/146040596708403/ |
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Bloomington Public Library ( Alysha Jackson) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
Other; please specify STEM Challenge |
Index Card Challenge Using an index card, scissors, and cutting skills, children will cut index card to make a loop that they can fit through without the card tearing. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1138291879854814&external_log_id=e87070f1b337c68881105b0d12b4738c&q=bloomington%20public%20lib |
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Chicago Ridge Public Library (Samantha Zimmerman) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Storytime A quick storytime, with two stories and an opening song. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoRidgePublicLibrary/videos/621061608475000/ |
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Chicago Ridge Public Library (Samantha Zimmerman) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Craft |
DIY Play-Doh making In this post, I'll teach you how to make Play-Doh! Only 3 ingredients! |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoRidgePublicLibrary/videos/220625975805052/ |
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Lake Forest Library ( Felicia Song) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Readers advisory |
Instagram Live on Tuesday and Friday at 2:00 pm Adult Services Librarians will give Readers Advisory , Movie suggestions, Technology tutorial, and other topic live. |
Social media post https://www.instagram.com/lakeforestlibrary/ |
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Lake Forest Library (Felicia Song) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Readers advisory on books and movies |
Instagram Live on Tuesdays and Fridays at 2:00 pm Librarian would give Readers Advisory, Tech Tutorials, and others Live! |
Social media post https://www.instagram.com/lakeforestlibrary/ |
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Lake Forest Library (Felicia Song) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Facebook Live on Mondays and Wednesdays Stories, movement and crafts with your librarians! |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/LakeForestLibrary/ |
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Lake Forest Library (Felicia Song) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Recommanded titles |
Saturdays at 2:00 pm with Ms. Lemmer, Lake Forest Library Director Ms Lemmer will share her favorite titles with all. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/LakeForestLibrary/ |
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Lake Forest Library (Felicia Song) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Facebook Live at 2:00 pm on Mondays and Wednesdays Stories and crafts with your own libarains! |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/LakeForestLibrary/ |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library ( Amy Franco) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Varies Converting to Zoom. Superhero storytimes, genealogy, book discussion, board meeting, pre-recorded crafting videos on social media, others. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/ |
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Midlothian Public Library (Laura Gaughan) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Book Talk Not a traditional book discussion, but a chance to talk about books with other readers, using the Zoom online conference platform. |
Other; please specifyZoom meeting. |
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Chicago Theological Seminary ( Yasmine Abou-El-Kheir) |
Academic | Adult (18+) | Instructional |
Drop-in Research Clinic In this drop-in session, the librarian will be on-hand to offer personalized support for your research. |
Video https://ctschicago.libcal.com/calendar?cid=11917&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal=11917 |
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River Forest Public Library (Shannon Gruber) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Virtual Book Club We will be reading Writers & Lovers, which is available in Hoopla. We will do a live virtual discussion at the end of the month. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/RiverForestPublicLibrary/videos/209630760306832 |
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Elmwood Park Public Library (Christina Janiczek) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Virtual Story Time Miss Melissa hosts story time via Facebook Live on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. including stories, songs, and a short game or activity. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/EPPLib/videos/2484713155136340/ |
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Hinckley Public Library District (Rylie Roubal) |
Public | Senior (55+) | Discussion |
Chat with your favorite librarians Any residents living alone can sign up to get two phone calls a week from the library staff. We are trying to mitigate isolation. |
Other; please specifyPhone call |
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Homewood Public Library ( Kate Arnold) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Craft |
Facebook Live Storytime Storytime on Facebook |
Video https://www.facebook.com/homewoodlibrary/videos/260555451606014/ |
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Homewood Public LIbrary ( Kate Arnold) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Tiny Picassos Kids learn about a famous artist with a simple craft. (To be posted on April 2, with more to come) |
Video https://www.facebook.com/homewoodlibrary |
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Eisenhower Public LIbrary (Christopher Clark) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Facebook Live Storytime with Ms. Tiffany Join us on our Facebook page for a quick storytime, live online with Ms. Tiffany! |
Social media post https://eisenhowerlibrary.org/facebook-live-storytime-with-ms-tiffany/ |
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Eisenhower Public Library District (Christopher Clark) |
Public | Teen | Discussion |
Virtual Anonymous Teen Writers Group Writers in grades 7 - 12 are invited to join in on a Zoom video chat for some socializing, discussion, and, of course, writing! |
Video https://eisenhowerlibrary.org/anonymous-teen-writers-group-2/ |
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Eisenhower Public Library District (Chris Clark) |
Public | Adult (18+) |
Other; please specify Movie Watch Party |
Stay-at-Home Movie Party: Sita Sings the Blues Join us on our Facebook page at 7:00 PM for a Watch Party of Sita Sings the Blues, |
Video https://eisenhowerlibrary.org/stay-at-home-movie-party-sita-sings-the-blues/ |
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Eisenhower Public Library District (Chris Clark) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Virtual Book Discussion: Spill Simmer Falter Wither This month's Adult Book Discussion, Spill Simmer Falter Wither by Sara Baume is going online. |
Video https://eisenhowerlibrary.org/adult-book-discussion-spill-simmer-falter-wither/ |
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Eisenhower Public Library District (Chris Clark) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) |
Discussion |
https://eisenhowerlibrary.org/virtual-bring-your-own-book-club/ Have a favorite book or two (or four) you'd like to share with fellow readers and librarians? Drop into our virtual book club to tell us about them! |
Video https://eisenhowerlibrary.org/virtual-bring-your-own-book-club/ |
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Eisenhower Public Library District (Chris Clark) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Game |
Quarantine Quizzes & Puzzles Check back each day for a new COVID-puzzle. Solved a puzzle and we’ll add your name to a drawing for a $15.00 Amazon gift card. |
Webpage or blog https://eisenhowerlibrary.org/puzzles/ |
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Eisenhower Public Library District (Chris Clark) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Game |
Dear Index Index, our library gnome, is answering messages from kids with emails and letters sent through the mail. |
Webpage or blog https://eisenhowerlibrary.org/dearindex/ |
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Prospect Heights Public Library ( Julie Rodrian) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
Other; please specify Interactive |
Full STEAM Ahead! Each day of the week will highlight a different aspect of STEAM and patrons will get to post their results using photos to our Facebook page. |
Webpage or blog https://www.facebook.com/prospectheightspubliclibrary/ |
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Grayslake North HS D127 (TLC Nielsen) |
School | Teen |
Other; please specify Challenge/competition |
Library Lego Challenge Staff/students -design a favorite movie scene out of your legos, duplos or other building materials and share on social media. Prizes. |
Document |
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Grayslake North HS D127 Library (TLC Nielsen) |
School | Teen | Instructional |
Virtual Field Trip Tuesdays The library will post links to virtual tours of museums, parks, and more on Tuesdays. |
Document |
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Antioch Public Library District (Kim Zupkoff) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify |
Digital Access Library Cards Access to our online resources. |
Webpage or blog https://apld.info/adult-library-card-registration/ |
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Morton Public Library ( Emma Roth Smith) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Toddler Time: Online Edition Join us for learning fun with finger plays, rhymes, shakers, and songs. Go to our Facebook page to join this virtual Toddler Time. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/mortonlibrary/videos/1147520455597204/ |
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Morton Public Library ( Emma Roth Smith) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Pajama Storytime Online Get ready for bed with a pajama storytime. Wear your PJs for a story and quiet songs and rhymes. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/mortonlibrary/videos/263155231355475/ |
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Bloomington Public Library (Alex Bell) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Chicken Toddler Time I am adapting some of my in-house program plans to virtual ones. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=223460788858338 |
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Bloomington Public Library (Alex Bell) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Census Story Time I am adapting some of my in-house programs to be virtual ones. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/BloomingtonPublicLibrary/videos/144921113615981/ |
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Bensenville Public Library (Dave Sieffert) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Storytime (from home) Posting new storytimes recorded from home every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Both in English and in Spanish. |
Video https://vimeo.com/400477427 |
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Bensenville Public Library (Dave Sieffert) |
Public | Teen |
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Tuesday Family Night Videos We are creating family videos to engage patrons every Tuesday night. Topic could be games, crafts, etc. |
Video https://vimeo.com/402603936 |
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Bensenville Public Library (Dave Sieffert) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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At-Home Learning Challenges Two separate learning challenges. Ages 0-5 and 5-10. Fun games and learning activities to do from home. |
Webpage or blog https://benlib.org/at-home-learning-challenges/ |
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Prospect Heights Public Library (Alice Bisanz) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Discussion |
Show & Tell Mondays Have something special you would like to show and tell? Here's your chance, and also a great way to practice your public speaking skills. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/prospectheightspubliclibrary/ |
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Prospect Heights Public Library (Alice Bisanz) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
Other; please specify Community together but separate activity. |
Let's Do This! Spread joy when you Chalk The Walk. Cover your sidewalk with colorful, uplifting messages of inspiration in an effort to make others smile. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/prospectheightspubliclibrary/ |
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Prospect Heights Public Library (Alice Bisanz) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
Other; please specify Community together but separate activity. |
Let's Do This! Greet deliveries with gratitude! Create a message to hang in your front window to thank our delivery heroes. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/prospectheightspubliclibrary/ |
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Prospect Heights Public Library (Alice Bisanz) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) |
Informational |
Volunteers Needed During this challenging time we want to share kindness and help others. On Saturdays highlight a featured opportunity where volunteers are needed. |
Webpage or blog http://phpl.info/ |
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Prospect Heights Public Library (Alice Bisanz) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
Other; please specify Community together but separate activity. |
Let's Do This! Chalk the walk, April. Sign thanking our delivery heroes, May. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/prospectheightspubliclibrary/ |
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Indian Prairie Public Library District (Anthony Lucarelli) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Online Chat |
Virtual Chat Reference Using the platform Tawk.to, we configured and launched an online chat service in one week. |
Other; please specifyChat service |
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Indian Prairie Public Library District (Anthony Lucarelli) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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What are You Watching Wednesdays with Hoopla Find out what other people are discovering using the Hoopla platform. Tell us about TV shows or movies you have discovered and want to share. |
Other; please specifyZoom videoconferencing platform |
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Villa Park Public Library (Jean Jansen) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
COVID-19 Resource Guide While the library is closed, staff are compiling lists of helpful information and free resources on a special webpage, updated frequently. |
Webpage or blog https://www.vppl.info/temporarily-free-online-resources/ |
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Naperville Public Library ( Becky Powers) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Craft | Sock Gnome Craft | Video https://www.facebook.com/138093719537324/videos/505680783433265/ |
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Geneva Public Library ( Nancy Kendzior) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Reading & Engaging |
Spring Forward Challenge Use the Library online to read, listen, watch, and engage throughout the spring, and log your progress to see how far you can go! |
Webpage or blog https://gpld.readsquared.com/ |
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Indian Prairie Public Library District (Lexy Twidell) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Storytime 2-3 storytimes (1 - 2 rhymes + 1 - 2 books each) prerecorded and posted to YouTube |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYZW850cD-Q&t=82s |
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Indian Prairie Public Library District (Lexy Twidell) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Favorite Baby Rhymes Each week, I share 4 of my favorite baby rhymes with caregivers, demonstrating how to do them at home and explaining how they benefit baby |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AY10ccj6178&t=43s |
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Antioch Public Library District (Kim Mirocko) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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New Beer's Eve themed resource bundle An interactive graphic listing resources, activities, and information pertaining to a particular theme. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/antiochpld |
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Antioch Public Library District (Kim Mirocko) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Bird watching themed resource bundle An interactive graphic listing resources, activities, and information pertaining to a particular theme. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/antiochpld |
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Indian Prairie Public Library ( Heather Forster Jensen) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Informational |
Tiny Concerts Once per week in April, 2-3 minute videos each feature an instrument. Links are provided in the descriptions to curated Spotify playlists. |
Video https://youtu.be/1GIXUpzHQas |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Joshua O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Instructional |
How to be a superhero with Batman Anyone can be a census superhero, according to Batman! Kids, start your Bat-training with The Dark Knight himself! Meeting ID: 321-049-989 |
Video https://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/how-be-superhero-batman |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Find the Positive with Cinderella Storytime and Census with Cinderella |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/find-positive-cinderella |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Joshua O'Shea) |
Public | Teen | Discussion |
Discover Your Heritage with Census Data Explore federal, school, military, Native American, mortality, and agriculture, census info used to enhance your family history with Tina Beaird |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/discover-your-heritage-census-data |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Joshua O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Trivia with Spiderman Storytime, Webinar, census with Spiderman |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/trivia-spiderman |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Joshua O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Sing Along with Moana Storytime, Webinar, census with Mona |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/sing-along-moana |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Joshua O'Shea) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
BYOB Book Chat Book Discussion, Social, Webinar, College and Young Adult, Adult, Everyone via Zoom Meeting ID: 282 402 153 |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/byob-book-chat |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Joshua O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Find the Positive 2 with Cinderella Storytime, Webinar, Census Character Series, Zoom Meeting ID: 995-851-817 |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/find-positive-2-cinderella |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Joshua O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Books with Belle Storytime, Webinar Census Character Series Zoom Meeting ID: 200-322-888 |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/books-belle |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Joshua O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Ocean Friends with the Little Mermaid Storytime, Census Character Series, Zoom Meeting ID: 601-756-752 |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/ocean-friends-little-mermaid |
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Winfield Library (Dawn Leardi) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Mysteries and Lunch and Off the Shelf Book Discussions We are holding our book discussion via Zoom. |
Other; please specifyzoom.us |
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Indian Prairie Public Library ( Megan Lawrence) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Stories + STEAM A combination of storytime and instructions on games and crafts/projects for children and their families to do at home. |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yApO7v5p9s |
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Oregon Public Library District (Hilaree Lombardo) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
Other; please specify Music |
Ukulele Sing-a-Long Short Ukulele sing-a-long session. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/209283492469348/videos/513227696036561/ |
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Oregon Public Library District (Hilaree Lombardo) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Story Time Youth Librarian Debbie held her Thursday story time and had a scavenger hunt activity. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/209283492469348/videos/499883730889412/ |
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Oregon Public Library District (Hilaree Lombardo) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Prairie Remnant Informational video from Byron Forest Preserve about prairie remnants. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/209283492469348/videos/505689066770316/ |
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Oregon Public Library District (Hilaree Lombardo) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
Other; please specify Contest |
Lego Challenge Oregon Public Library is challenging all Lego lovers to construct an Oregon, IL landmark! The challenge begins now and continues to April 30th. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/oregonillinoislibrary/photos/a.230914473639583/3010759842321685/?type=3&theater |
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Oregon Public Library District (Hilaree Lombardo) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Craft |
Adult Coloring Challenge Through April we are hosting an adult coloring challenge. Patrons can submit their creations through email or mail to the Library for a contest. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/oregonillinoislibrary/posts/3012596765471326?__xts__[0]=68.ARC3nl6ubbXpdB7J_VXJDHWHetjgOTDdz7HnrCI7q0-O |
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Antioch Public Library District (Nikki Cogswell) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Instructional |
Simple STEM Activity STEM activity using food coloring, baking soda, and vinegar (items that should be in your kitchen already). |
Social media post https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2Ff7Yn57aA19A%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2i7pn7WZ_ODkqF01ogHZrF-so_BRiwruv827q3mI1GdJx |
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Antioch Public Library District (Nikki Cogswell) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Instructional |
Edible Slime with Miss Rachel Combine instant pudding, warm water, and corn starch to make edible slime. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/antiochpld/videos/225412192148694/ |
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Antioch Public Library District (Nikki Cogswell) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Virtual Storytime Read aloud for children. |
Video https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FyiY_sSpYuaE%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2H0x8107RUYIftdbRtUtnkWyT9stGsUPnkW7tnfeZzhAd |
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Antioch Public Library District (Nikki Cogswell) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Instructional |
STEAM - DIY Puffy Paint Instructional video on how to make puffy paint with 3 ingredients. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/137389662972169/videos/2481843935366161/ |
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Woodland CUSD 5 (Heather McMullen-Perhach) |
School | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Virtual Bedtime Stories Recorded readings of stories via YouTube |
Video https://youtu.be/Nx6FhPhbaa0 |
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Woodland CUSD 5 (Heather McMullen-Perhach) |
School | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Virtual Bedtime Stories Recorded readings of stories via YouTube |
Video https://youtu.be/Nx6FhPhbaa0 |
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Big Rock Library (Mary Hauge) |
Special |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Virtual Book Club Our volunteer moderator created a listserv of people interested in emailing short reviews of books read. |
Other; please specifyemail |
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Warrenville Public Library District (Jaime Perpich) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Service |
Temporary Online Library Card Registrations WPLD residents can apply online for a temporary library card with access to our digital collection, online learning and research databases. |
Webpage or blog http://www.warrenville.com/blog/index.php/get-a-wpld-library-card/ |
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Wheaton Public Library (Courtney Tedrick) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Virtual Book Club Held regularly scheduled book clubs as well as new book clubs featuring bestsellers could also include open access titles. |
Other; please specifyZoom - program info at wheatonlibrary.org/calendar |
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North Riverside Public Library District (Mary Cooper) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Instructional |
Meditation and Stretching Program takes place every other Monday at 6:30 p.m. starting on April 6. Call (800) 747-5150, code 1453322. |
Other; please specifyTelephone call. |
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North Riverside Public Library District (Mary Cooper) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Talented Tuesdays Join staff on FaceBook Live to learn something new. Tuesdays at 5:30 pm. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/706972166053855/videos/200129641411573/ |
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North Riverside Public Library District (Mary Cooper) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Whatcha Readin' and Watchin' Wednesdays Talk books, movies, games and more! Wednesdays at 5:30 pm on Zoom. |
Other; please specifyZoom meeting. |
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North Riverside Public Library District (Mary Cooper) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Game |
Game Night Fridays Join us on Zoom to play a smartphone game together! Fridays at 7:00 pm. |
Other; please specifyZoom meeting. |
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North Riverside Public Library District (Mary Cooper) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Instructional |
Seated Tai Chi Moving Meditation Join our Zoom Tai Chi class by video or phone! Monday, April 13 at 6:30 pm. |
Other; please specifyZoom meeting. |
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North Riverside Public Library District (Mary Cooper) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Book Club Telephone Talk Discuss "The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry" by Rachel Joyce. Tuesday, April 14 at 6:30 pm. Call (800) 747-5150, code 1453322. |
Other; please specifyTelephone talk. |
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North Riverside Public Library District (Mary Cooper) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Writers' Group Digital Meeting Join us on Zoom for our supportive Writers' Group. Thursday, April 16 at 6:00 pm. |
Other; please specifyZoom meeting. |
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North Riverside Public Library District (Mary Cooper) |
Public | Senior (55+) | Discussion |
Telephone Topics Book Club Discuss "The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry" by Rachel Joyce. Wednesday, May 13 at 11:00 am. Call (888) 600-2560 to register. Through Mather. |
Other; please specifyTelephone call. |
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Matteson Area Public Library District (Lisa Korajczyk) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Instructional |
Yoga Every Thursday night the library offers a Facebook live stream of our regular yoga class. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/MattesonLibrary/ |
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Moline Public Library (Lisa Powell Williams) |
Public | Adult (18+) |
Book Talks for adults |
Becca's Booktalks A synopsis of 5 current reads available via one of our e-book resources. This week features Hoopla! titles |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7BeuYxAQxk&feature=share |
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Fox Lake District Library ( Hannah Marschall) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Storytime Online Storytime Online posted to Facebook once a week on Thursdays at 10am |
Video https://www.facebook.com/FoxLakeDistrictLibrary/?__tn__=kC-R&eid=ARDnzZS5u9kJkwDEuOvO0gDTAAIC8HrkkjtKGooxhrKca0HhwxX8PUl4YxujTzJ |
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Bartlett Public Library District (Henry Sadowski) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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e-Resources Video Tutorials Recorded videos walking patrons through the steps involved in downloading Libby, Freegal, etc. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/BartlettPublicLibraryDistrict/videos/1305847296289320/?filter=1 |
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Gail Borden Public Library District ( Glenna Godinsky) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Great American Amusement Parks: A Multi-generational Program Viewers connect through comments about a common topic, sharing their thoughts. |
Video https://drive.google.com/open?id=1YGqrvy5NLnoH_sSoQDYYhWWm_cE4v4MA |
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Gail Borden Public Library District ( Glenna Godinsky) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Pets Bring Comfort: The Pets of Gail Borden Public Library Employees Meet the furry friends at home with library employees! |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgb6s4tJf_E&list=PLcmK3so8MwsOP3QIhsP44P8Zc8VOBAIiu&index=9 |
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Morton Public Library ( Lindsay Funk) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Book Talks We are doing weekly book talks on Instagram Live featuring favorite books available on hoopla, Libby, and Axis 360 so patrons can get them from home. |
Video https://www.instagram.com/mortonlibrary/ |
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Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Mary Hastings) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
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Bringing the Library to You - youth edition A series of online storytimes and programs for children of all ages. |
Webpage or blog https://www.ahml.info/online_resources/kids |
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Rock Island Public Library (Lisa Lockheart) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Online Storytimes with Miss Ranell Online storytime with Children's Librarian Miss Ranell, every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30 am, via Facebook Live. Follow @rockislandlibrary |
Social media post https://business.facebook.com/RockIslandLibrary/ |
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Rock Island Public Library (Lisa Lockheart) |
Public | Teen | Informational |
Teen Booktalks with Miss Emily Young Adult booktalks with Emily, our Teen Librarian, via Facebook Live, Mondays at 1:30 pm. Follow @rockislandlibrary |
Social media post https://business.facebook.com/RockIslandLibrary/ |
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Algonquin Area Public Library District (Jennifer Jazwinski) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Music & Movement Video Shorts Two action songs on a theme. Posted to Facebook and then linked to the Library calendar. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=640678816775658 |
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Indian Prairie Public Library ( Jennifer Asimakopoulos) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Online Book Club Discussing The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek via Zoom (picked title available as ebook and eaudio in Hoopla) |
Video https://ippl.libcal.com/event/6631441 |
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Indian Prairie Public Library (Jennifer Asimakopoulos) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Online Book Party A casual conversation about all things books. Share what you're reading, catch up with fellow readers, and get ideas for what to read next. Via Zoom. |
Other; please specifyhttps://ippl.libcal.com/event/6645521 |
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Algonquin Area Public Library District (Tara Kazda) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
Chapter Book Read-Aloud |
Chapter Book Read-Aloud: Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus Ms. Tara records herself reading a chapter at a time. Videos are posted to the Library's FB feed daily at 2pm. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/watch/aapld/813264569160681/ |
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Algonquin Area Public Library District ( Tara Kazda) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Bedtime Story with Ms. Tara Ms. Tara reads one picture book aloud as a bedtime story. Posted on the Library's FB page at 6pm and then linked to the Library event calendar. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/aapld/videos/2691602831129142/ |
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Algonquin Area Public Library District ( Kimberly Damitz) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Virtual Baby Storytime Three baby storytime rhymes or songs with early literacy tips and instruction. Posted to FB Fridays at 10 and then linked on the Library calendar. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2613493998972580 |
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Algonquin Area Public Library District ( Holly Eberle) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Census 2020 Storytime Two books on a Census theme read aloud with information about Library resources included as well. For ages 5 and up. Posted to FB 4/8. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/55619693670/posts/10157051256823671/ |
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Algonquin Area Public Library District (Kimberly Damitz) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Poetry |
National Poetry Month Staff Videos Videos of various staff reading a poem aloud for each day of April and posted to FB. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/watch/aapld/649232752543647/ |
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Plainfield Public Library District (Therese Chaves) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify History |
Famous First Ladies Join historical actress Jenny Riddle as she dramatizes, in character, the personal lives of three remarkable First Ladies in a virtual presentation. |
Webpage or blog https://plainfieldpubliclibrary.org/ |
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Downers Grove Public Library (Lizzie Matkowski) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Game |
Spirit Week and Online Challenge 2 FB photo challenges. This week a different online challenge each day for pet photos, shelfies, etc. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/DGLibrary |
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Algonquin Area Public Library District ( Stephanie Brunner) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Craft |
Story and Craft Time Using Tumblebooks: Diary of a Worm Read a book through Tumblebooks and then make a related craft. Posted on FB and PDF linked on calendar event. |
Other; please specify Event Link: https://aapld.libnet.info/event/4247196 PDF: https://www.aapld.org/wp-content/uploads/youth_storyandcrafttime-1.pdf |
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Vernon Area Public Library (Catherine Savage) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Streaming Storytime 30-minute storytimes for ages 0-5 via Facebook Live. 6 days a week at 10 am. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/watch/VernonLibrary/239785414073358/ |
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Vernon Area Public Library ( Catherine Savage) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Inside Shakespeare's First Folio (Webinar) 1-hr slide presentation by artistic director of the Shakespeare Project of Chicago. Insight about Shakespeare, history & stagecraft. Q&A via chat. |
Other; please specifyWebinar |
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Vernon Area Public Library District (Catherine Savage) |
Public | Adult (18+) |
|
Socially Distanced Beer Tasting (with real beer!) Curbside pickup from local brewery + Zoom/FB Live session with brewmaster as we taste the flight. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/events/690826294791721/ |
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Vernon Area Public Library District (Catherine Savage) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Bertha Benz & the History of the German Automobile Webinar (Zoom): Popular presenter/historian Anette Isaacs re: Bertha's role in launching the auto industry in the late 1800s. |
Other; please specify Webinar |
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Palos Park Public Library (Kathryn Sofianos) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
StoryTime with Ms. B Ms. B, the Youth Librarian, will read a story every Wednesday at 10 am. The story can be accessed by going to the Library's YouTube Channel. |
Video https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiStj_1NkqvYIw1tvvVYfTw |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Patti Palmer) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) |
Informational |
Plan Your College Visits Get tips on how to get the most out of your college visits. The program will focus on virtual college visits. |
Other; please specifyZoom meeting w/presenter at his home. |
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Byron Public Library District (Jeannine Hedges) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) |
Other; please specify Music/History |
The Farmer is the Man: Songs of the Farm, presented by Chris Vallillo On Earth Day, listen and watch musician Chris Vallillo celebrate farming. |
Social media post http://byron.evanced.info/admin/signup/EventDetails?EventId=4885&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2020/04/08 |
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Lake Bluff Public Library (Alicia Streightiff) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Seed Library |
Seed Library / Victory Gardens Project Order for seeds from our Seed Library as part of the Lake Bluff Public Library Victory Gardens Project! |
Webpage or blog http://www.lakeblufflibrary.org/seedlibrary.html |
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Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Mary Hastings) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
Cooking |
No Bake Granola Bars - a virtual tween program Make no-bake granola bars in this episode of our online weekly tween activity series. |
Video https://youtu.be/t_Ky2a-z47g |
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Bloomington Public Library (Alysha Jackson) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
Other; please specify STEM Challenge |
The Great Chain Race The challenge is to use one piece of paper per person/team to see who can make the longest chain! |
Video https://www.facebook.com/BloomingtonPublicLibrary/videos/201592057806608/ |
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Byron Public Library ( Julie Reckamp) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Virtual Storytime Stories, rhymes, songs, and movement. Launches live twice a week, to mirror our preschool storytime days. Video is deleted after air time. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/byronpubliclibrary/ |
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Byron Pub Lib Dist. (Julie Reckamp) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
|
Virtual Library Madness A shortened version of our popular after school making and creating class for grade school students. Debuts next week. |
Video https://www.youtube.com/user/byronpubliclibrary |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Karen Stezowski) |
Public | Teen | Game |
Teen Smash Bros Tourney We moved our popular Wed night Smash Bros Tourney online while our facility is closed. |
Webpage or blog https://challonge.com/communities/EPL-Smash |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Karen Stezowski) |
Public | Teen | Game |
D&D Sundays We moved our popular Dungeons & Dragons Sunday program online while our facility is closed. |
Webpage or blog https://app.roll20.net/campaigns/search/ |
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Poplar Creek Public Library District (Kristine Kenney) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Craft |
Learn to make a seed starter Learn how to make a seed starter. Join us again soon to follow its progress. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/PoplarCreekLibrary/videos/639055193493592/ |
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Poplar Creek Public Library District (Kristine Kenney) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
|
Wednesday Night Family Science STEM projects you can do at home. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/PoplarCreekLibrary/videos/1098477073863217/ |
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Poplar Creek Public Library District (Kristine Kenney) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
Instructional |
April is National Poetry Month Join Ms. Vynette to write your own poem |
Video https://www.facebook.com/PoplarCreekLibrary/videos/857729188027864/ |
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Poplar Creek Public Library District (Kristine Kenney) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Adult (18+) |
Craft | Learn how to make a Sensory Bag with Ms. Teresa | Video https://www.facebook.com/PoplarCreekLibrary/videos/810966446080871/ |
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Poplar Creek Public Library District (Kristine Kenney) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Book Discussion Bring your own book to chat and discuss. |
Other; please specifyLive "Free Conference Call". |
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Poplar Creek Public Library District (Kristine Kenney) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Storytimes, STEAM/STEM programs We are offering storytimes a couple times a week mostly through Facebook Live. We are also doing a weekly STEM program for kids. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/pg/PoplarCreekLibrary/videos/?ref=page_internal |
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Rock Island Public Library (Lisa Lockheart) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Informational |
Book Talks with Miss Ranell Online book talks from RIPL Children's Librarian Ranell, featuring resources available digitally. Fridays at 10:30 am |
Social media post https://business.facebook.com/RockIslandLibrary/ |
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Antioch Public Library District (Amy Blue) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Novel Pleasures Virtually We will be discussing Goodbye Vitamin by Rachel Khong online via Zoom. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Antioch Public Library District (Amy Blue) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Book Chat We will be discussing Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Antioch Public Library District (Amy Blue) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Book Chat Too We will be discussing books in general that are getting us through this challenging time. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Dunlap Public Library District (Melissa Weyeneth) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Instructional |
Meditation Live half hour audio only meditation session every Wednesday evening of our regular class. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Addison Public Library ( Addison Public Library) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Instructional |
Resume Help Over the Phone Submit resume online;Business Services Specialist will reply within 2 business days. |
Webpage or blog https://www.addisonlibrary.org/resume-help |
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Addison Public Library ( Addison Public Library) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Online Book Club All you need is your library card and a free Goodreads account to participate. |
Webpage or blog https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1081800-addison-public-library-online-book-club |
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Addison Public Library ( Addison Public Library) |
Public | Teen |
Other; please specify Teen book talk |
Lunch Bunch Take a lunch break with us as we read from our favorite books. |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sx4JgcHYnJY |
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Addison Public Library ( Addison Public Library) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) |
Instructional |
Cartooning Artist Mark Anderson hosts weekly live videos on YouTube; follow along! |
Video https://youtu.be/mEt7K3fE_Lo |
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Addison Public Library ( Addison Public Library) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime | Story Time Videos | Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ge55IgmkVjk&list=PLkqIm3NjxtZkRneDSc3NoL9EZFbZI_bw0 |
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Addison Public Library ( Addison Public Library) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
Instructional | Craft Time Videos | Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCBIIxjoGwc&list=PLkqIm3NjxtZn1xbS5dBsJ9EaMfIJOYD2y |
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Addison Public Library ( Addison Public Library) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Other; please specify | Book Talk Videos | Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjC-92XS6WU&list=PLkqIm3NjxtZlVdVjhibRCf3piKtWHjRi2 |
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Palatine Public Library District ( Tracie Padal) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Contest |
11th Annual Poetry Contest Send us a poem for a chance to win a prize! Palatine Library residents and nonresidents (from Northwest Suburban Illinois only) welcome. All ages. |
Webpage or blog https://palatinelibrary.org/poetry |
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Arlington Heights Memorial Library ( Jennifer Czajka) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Local history, Storytelling, Community Collection |
Arlington Heights COVID-19 Story Project Our community is invited to share stories, artifacts & creative expressions about living during the pandemic for future physical & digital exhibits. |
Webpage or blog https://www.ahml.info/c19stories |
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Algonquin Area Public Library District ( Nikki Campbell) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Bunny Craft Demonstrates via video how to make a simple bunny craft with household items. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=233593811095325 |
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Algonquin Area Public Library District ( Alexa Newman) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Virtual Yoga Storytime (via FB Live) Registered Yoga Instructor Miss Alexa teaches yoga live on FB through stories, songs, and poses to engage the imagination and senses. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/watch/aapld/510607059816706/ |
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Algonquin Area Public Library District ( Alexa Newman) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Virtual Family Storytime Stories, songs, and fingerplays live on Facebook. Approximately 30 minutes long. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/watch/aapld/259154381907826/ |
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Antioch Public Library District ( Samuel Langford) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Music Performance |
The "Not the Tonight Show" w/ Guest DMSO Principle Trombonist Casey Maday Des Moines Symphony Principle Trombonist Casey Maday performs on video. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/antiochpld/videos/268027270874113 |
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Morton Public Library ( Lindsay Funk) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Estate Planning Presented by The Institute for Financial Education. Tax-Free inheritance, Estate Tax, Wills and Trusts, Probate, and Lifetime Giving Exclusion . |
Video https://bit.ly/2V4rpol |
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Lake Bluff Library (Alicia Streightiff) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Storytime Storytime with Miss Regina Tuesdays by 11 a.m. |
Social media post https://www.instagram.com/lakebluffpubliclibrary/ |
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Lake Bluff Library (Alicia Streightiff) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Trivia |
Trivia Night: Social Distancing Edition Available through Tuesday at 10 a.m. |
Social media post https://www.instagram.com/p/B-0I7Jhn9Jo/ |
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Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Jennifer Czajka) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Instructional |
Coffee and Crafts: Bookbinding with Regin Artist Regin Igloria leads a bookbinding tutorial on Zoom; Participants encouraged to gather the simple supplies and follow along. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/events/2620976804697083/ |
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Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Jennifer Czajka) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Informational |
Recycle Right in Arlington Heights Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County shares ways to be better stewards of our Earth, including precautions we can take during COVID-19. |
Webpage or blog https://www.ahml.info/scheduling/reservation/61469 |
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Lake Villa Public Library District (Nina Kenney) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Adult (18+) |
Storytime |
Baby Storytime with Miss Lora Baby storytime with Miss Lora starts now! Gather your little ones and follow the link! |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKbkfAmvUdA |
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Lake Villa Public Library District (Nina Kenney) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Adult (18+) |
Storytime |
Family Storytime with Miss Jackie Family storytime with Miss Jackie starts now! Gather your little ones and follow the link. |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0PvmUeA |
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Lake Villa Public Library District (Nina Kenney) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Adult (18+) |
Storytime |
Baby storytime with Miss Lora Baby storytime with Miss Lora starts now. Gather your little ones and follow the link. |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGOO5rppJtE&t |
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Helen M. Plum Memorial Public Library District (Michelle Kilty) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Virtual Book Club New book club that meets virtually using Zoom. |
Other; please specifyVirtual Meeting via Zoom |
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Gail Borden Public Library ( Tina Viglucci) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Instructional |
Virtual Spanish Café Intermediate-level participants practice structured and spontaneous conversations in Spanish. |
Webpage or blog https://attend.gailborden.info/event/4249677 |
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Helen M. Plum Memorial Public Library District (Michelle Kilty) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Chat Reference Hours Chat Reference during specific hours, M-F. Help with ebooks, research, etc. |
Webpage or blog https://www.helenplum.org/ |
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Helen M. Plum Memorial Public Library District (Anne Luzeniecki) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Game |
Plum Scavenger Hunt A printable neighborhood scavenger hunt that adds a little adventure to families' daily walks. |
Webpage or blog https://www.helenplum.org/plum-scavenger-hunt |
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Helen M. Plum Memorial Public Library District (Anne Luzeniecki) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Help with Having Fun at Home Collection of free online resources to enrich, educate and entertain (regularly updated). |
Webpage or blog https://www.helenplum.org/help-having-fun-home |
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Helen M. Plum Memorial Public Library District (Anne Luzeniecki) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Adult (18+) |
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DIY Storytime Storytime sent to your inbox with early literacy tips. |
Webpage or blog https://www.helenplum.org/diy-storytime-archive |
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Vernon Area Public Library ( Roz Topolski) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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The Story of Florence Nightingale National touring storyteller Megan Wells brings to life the story of Florence Nightingale, originator of modern nursing. |
Other; please specifyThe program was provided using Zoom webinar. |
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Vernon Area Public Library ( Roz Topolski) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Inside Shakespeare's First Folio Peter Garino, artistic director of the Shakespeare Project of Chicago, examines how the First Folio's importance to our knowledge of Shakespeare. |
Other; please specifyThis program was presented as a Zoom webinar. |
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Indian Prairie Public Library ( Jennifer Asimakopoulos) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Online Book Club Discussing And Then There Were None via Zoom (picked title available as ebook and eaudio in Hoopla) |
Video https://ippl.libcal.com/event/6658188 |
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Batavia Public Library ( Kristin Schultz) |
Public | Senior (55+) | Informational |
Chicago: True Stories of the 1920s A flapper named Flora visits us through the magic of YouTube and tells how fashion, crime, and explosive creativity shaped the decade of the century. |
Video https://youtu.be/TjGlQED8_PU |
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Indian Trails Public Library District (Michele Fenton) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Indian Trails Library Storytime with Miss Lori Wednesday morning Storytime with Miss Lori on our YouTube channel |
Video https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgIPla9QyW_E3TKEkx_dMRQ |
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Indian Trails Public Library District (Michele Fenton) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Indian Trails Library Storytime with Miss Katie Friday morning Storytime with Miss Katie |
Video https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgIPla9QyW_E3TKEkx_dMRQ |
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Indian Trails Public Library District (Michele Fenton) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Craft |
Indian Trails Library Monday Morning Craft Join us on our YouTube page on Monday mornings for a simple craft you can do with materials you have at home |
Video https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgIPla9QyW_E3TKEkx_dMRQ |
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Indian Trails Public Library District (Michele Fenton) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Discussion |
Paperback Pals Book Club Book Club for grades 2-3. Download the book from Hoopla and join us for crafts, activities and discussion on our Padlet page |
Webpage or blog https://padlet.com/kidzone/paperbackpals |
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Indian Trails Public Library District (Michele Fenton) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
Discussion |
Middle School Book Club Indian Trails Library Middle School Book Club for grades 6-8 |
Webpage or blog https://padlet.com/bwaalen/newkid |
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Northbrook Public Library (Mary Kay Perrenot) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
State: A team, a title, a transformation presented by Melissa Isaacson Sportswriter presents her memoir about Niles West HS Girls Basketball Championship of 1979 when Title IX was in it's infancy. |
Other; please specifylive presentation online |
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Crestwood Public Library District (Deborah Fisher) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Craft |
Messy Mondays An easy craft project for kids and parents to do together. |
Document |
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Indian Trails Public Library ( Jennifer Hovanec) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Meet Up |
Stitch Together Virtual Meet Up Staff hosts a virtual space for you to talk with experienced fiber artists. All are welcome. Weekly, Friday evenings from 6pm-8pm. |
Other; please specifyZoom Meeting |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Gloria Walsh-Rock) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Read Aloud Fun Weekly "storytime" video with staff members sharing picture books that are permissible from publishers, songs, and other activities. |
Video https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTrd8_dMBZjPKjnBPT9qAJ8NKz9Z0nKsF |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( K Donohue) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Chicka Chicka Baby Zoom Weekly Zoom session of nursery rhymes and songs. for parents and babies under 1. |
Other; please specifyZoom program |
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Bartlett Public Library District (Henry Sadowski) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Virtual Outreach Since many seniors are currently isolated, we have reached out to the senior centers we normally serve to offer virtual chat programs for residents |
Other; please specify Likely Zoom presentations, but FreeConferenceCall was also offered as a suggestion. |
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The Morton Arboretum (Rita Hassert) |
Special |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Leafing Through the Pages - Virtual Book Discussion Group At our April gathering, the group discussed The Weather Machine : a journey inside the forecast by Andrew Blum. |
Other; please specify Virtual book discussion using Zoom. At our April discussion, we had @30 participants. |
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The Morton Arboretum (Rita Hassert) |
Special |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Instructional |
Virtual Office Hours Explores collaboration tools (Zoom), digital resources, and other topics. Organized by Library staff, this initiative supports peer-to-peer learning! |
Other; please specifyFor the Virtual Office Hours, we use Zoom! |
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Palos Park Public Library (Kathryn Sofianos) |
Public | Adult (18+) |
Other; please specify Yoga |
Nidra Yoga and Hatha Yoga Librarian and certified yoga instructor leads viewers through sessions of Nidra and Hatha Yoga. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/palosparklibrary.org/videos/1138398809834988/ |
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Morton Public Library (Hilary Vissering) |
Public | Teen |
Other; please specify Social Media |
Bookstagram Spine Poetry Teens create a poem using book spines then take a picture, post it to Instagram and tag us to be entered into a drawing for a prize. |
Social media post https://www.instagram.com/p/B-9zLS4liHu/ |
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Grayslake North HS D127 (TLC Nielsen) |
School |
Teen Adult (18+) |
Other; please specify Challenge/competition |
Peep Diorama Contest Students can create a diorama using the candy Peeps to highlight a favorite book scene. |
Webpage or blog https://www.d127.org/north/one-stop-shop-spring-2020/north-activities-spring-2020 |
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Moline Public Library (Lisa Powell Williams ) |
Public | Teen |
Other; please specify Book Talk |
Teen Book Talks Our AYA librarian, Jan, reviews teen titles that can be found in one or more of our ebook resources |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-popgXW4-o&feature=share |
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Bensenville Community Public Library ( Samantha Parkison) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
Other; please specify Reading Program |
1,000 Books Before Kindergarden Online Sign-Up Register online for 1KBK! Participants will receive an email from a youth librarian with instructions and personalized eBook recommendations. |
Webpage or blog https://benlib.org/1kbk/ |
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elk grove village ( tammy wulf) |
Public | Teen | Instructional |
Jr Teen Advisory Group Zoom Meeting: Discuss plans to assist and support community and each other during Covid19. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/Jr-Teen-Advisory-Group-at-EGVPL-424737964555139/ |
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Niles-Maine District Library (Bernadetta Koryciarz) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Knit Wits Join fellow knitters in showing off new projects, exchanging ideas, learning new skills and sharing resources. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Niles-Maine District Library (Bernadetta Koryciarz) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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World Language Storytime Online in Zoom - Polish Enjoy stories and songs in Polish (with a bit of English). Make a craft. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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La Grange Public Library (Rebecca Bartlett) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Read to a Librarian Children in kindergarten through 6th grade sign up for the opportunity to read to a Children's Librarian. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/LaGrangePublicLibrary |
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La Grange Public Library (Rebecca Bartlett) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Virtual Home Buyers Workshop Join experts in this informative workshop that will cover the ins and outs of getting a mortgage (including down payment options and current rates). |
Webpage or blog https://lagrangelibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=4640&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2020/04/16 |
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La Grange Public Library (Rebecca Bartlett) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime | Virtual Storytime | Social media post https://www.facebook.com/LaGrangePublicLibrary |
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Oak Lawn Public Library (Patricia Lerner) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion | RAILS member update summary from 4/16 | Other; please specifyEmail from director |
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Riverside Public Library (Diane Silva) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
|
DeCluttering Your Home Zoom program presented by Colleen Klimczak - was original schedule and moved to a virtual enviroment. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Riverside Public Library (Diane Silva) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Knitting Club Weekly club continuing using Zoom. This is a critical social outlet for some area seniors and they are having fun with the new technology. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Riverside Public Library (Diane Silva) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Instructional |
Mindful Meditation A hour long guided meditation - offered twice per month via Zoom |
Other; please specifyNone |
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Riverside Public Library (Diane Silva) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Facebook Storytime Videos 3 times per week we are posting a storytime video created by our storytime team. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/Riverside-Public-Library-84144952699/ |
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Riverside Public Library (Diane Silva) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Storytime Yoga Twice per month via zoom - presented by local children's yoga instructor |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Richard J. Daley Library, University of Illinois at Chicago ( Paula R. Dempsey) |
Academic | Adult (18+) |
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Virtual Reference by IM/Chat and scheduled teleconferences Librarians and graduate assistants answer research questions primarily for UIC, but also assist the public with questions about UIC collections. |
Webpage or blog https://library.uic.edu/contact |
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Niles-Maine District Library (Wynn Scoggins) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Instructional |
Chair Yoga for Adults Improve your flexibility, strength, concentration, and reduce joint pain. |
Video https://nmdl.libnet.info/event/4254615 |
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Oak Park Public Library (Alexandra Skinner) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Spanish Conversation Hour Spanish speakers practice through case conversation. Not a class, just practice for current Spanish speakers. |
Other; please specify Zoom Meeting - http://oppl.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=48201&lib=0,1,2,7,1003&backTo=Week&startDate=2020/04/10 |
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Oak Park Public Library (Alexandra Skinner) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Read, Listen & Watch: What's Next Live readers advisory discussion among 4 library staff about what to read, listen, & watch in digital collection. |
Webpage or blog http://oppl.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=50094&lib=0,1,2,7,1003&backTo=Week&startDate=2020/04/17 |
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Oak Park Public Library (Alexandra Skinner) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
French Conversation Hour Casual conversation for French speakers for practice. Is not a class, is practice for French speakers. |
Webpage or blog http://oppl.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=47450&lib=0,1,2,7,1003&backTo=Week&startDate=2020/05/01 |
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Orland Park Public Library (Katie Allan) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Virtual Book Discussion We had a virtual discussion via Zoom to chat about our group's latest selection and any other good books we've been reading. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/orlandparklibrary/photos/a.10150349434092353/10156918918397353/?type=3&theater |
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Orland Park Public Library ( Brandi Smits) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Baby Storytime Our Baby Storytime librarian created prerecorded themed storytimes such as colors and dogs. I will be attaching the link to the colors storytime. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/orlandparklibrary/videos/276104283380496/ |
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Orland Park Public Library ( Brandi Smits) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Storygami This storytime is aimed at a preschool audience. The storytime is based on a theme and includes a simple origami activity. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/orlandparklibrary/videos/1071284003247445/ |
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Orland Park Public Library ( Brandi Smits) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
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DIY Crafts We've made DIY craft videos using materials that may be found in homes. Crafts included origami frogs, shakers & maracas, and a bracelet loom. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/orlandparklibrary/videos/228391111573508/ |
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Orland Park Public Library ( Brandi Smits) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
Instructional |
STEAM Activities We started a series of STEAM activity videos. They are prerecorded and edited. This one explains how to make ice cream |
Video https://www.facebook.com/orlandparklibrary/videos/582453249037071/ |
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Orland Park Public Library ( Brandi Smits) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Bilingual Storytime A bilingual storytime featuring the book, Please, Mr. Panda = Por favor, Sr. Panda by Steve Anthony. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/orlandparklibrary/videos/1593903944119779/ |
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Orland Park Public Library ( Brandi Smits) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Family Storytime What better way to do a family storytime than with your family! This storytime includes the librarian's kids. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/orlandparklibrary/videos/587771412092840/ |
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Orland Park Public Library ( Brandi Smits) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
Other; please specify Pictures of Dewey Bear doing things around house. |
Dewey Bear at Home Dewey Bear is our storytime mascot. Facebook posts show how Dewey is sheltering in place. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/orlandparklibrary/photos/a.10150349434092353/10156931552012353/?type=3&theater |
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Orland Park Public Library (Brandi Smits) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
|
Storytime Idea of the Day Storytime Idea of the Day features a song, book, and/or activity that can be found on Hoopla or Tumblesbooks. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/orlandparklibrary/photos/a.10150349434092353/10156931642252353/?type=3&theater |
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Orland Park Public Library ( Brandi Smits) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
Other; please specify Online challenge through Beanstack |
Stay at Home Challenge This challenge offers 12 different themes (like Chores, Outside, etc.) with 4 activities each. Program offered through Beanstack. |
Other; please specifyBeanstack |
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Grayslake North HS D127 (TLC Nielsen) |
School |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify school library month/national library week |
National Library Week fun ALA's free READ poster featuring staff, links to library tours, a Rube Goldberg competition, & throwback Thursday - old library photos. |
Webpage or blog https://www.d127.org/north/one-stop-shop-spring-2020/north-activities-spring-2020 |
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Niles-Maine District Library (Cecilia Cygnar) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Kiddieland Remembered A truly exciting ride down memory lane with historian and professor Cheryl Brown. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Niles-Maine District Library (Cecilia Cygnar) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Kiddieland Remembered A truly exciting ride down memory lane with historian and professor Cheryl Brown. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Niles-Maine District Library (Cecilia Cygnar) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Kiddieland Remembered A truly exciting ride down memory lane with historian and professor Cheryl Brown. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Niles-Maine District Library (Cecilia Cygnar) |
Public | Senior (55+) | Instructional |
Chair Yoga for Adults Improve your flexibility, strength, concentration, and reduce joint pain with Yoga Joan. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Niles-Maine District Library (Cecilia Cygnar) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Shakespeare's First Folio with Peter Garino Peter Garino, artistic director of the Shakespeare Project of Chicago, examines how the First Folio came to be. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Niles-Maine District Library (Cecilia Cygnar) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Wills and Trusts Attorney Jacob K. Ehrensaft will discuss wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate and guardianship. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Niles-Maine District Library (Cecilia Cygnar) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Nerds on Tap Equal parts philosophy, technology, and pop culture, this 20-30-somethings monthly meetup discusses tech's influence on and integration in our lives. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Niles-Maine District Library (Cecilia Cygnar) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Searching for South America Brian Michalski is on the road again — this time spending over a year in South America. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Niles-Maine District Library (Cecilia Cygnar) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Chicago’s Newest Waterfront Local architectural expert Laurie Petersen provides a history of the Chicago River. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Four Star Public Library District (Jill Lucey) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Story Hour Gardening Storytime |
Video https://youtu.be/A81jlRNQHZs |
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Elmwood Park Public Library (Tiffany Verzani) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Story Time Weekly virtual storytime |
Video https://www.facebook.com/EPPLib/videos/538126170435173/ |
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Elmwood Park Public Library (Tiffany Verzani) |
Public | Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Health and Wellness |
Tai Chi Our popular bi-monthly program has moved to Zoom and led by our popular, local instructor. A connection to us and not just a link to an online video. |
Other; please specifyFacebook post that directs people to the Zoom meeting |
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Elmwood Park Public Library (Tiffany Verzani) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Health and Wellness |
Yoga A shortened version of our regular bi-monthly yoga program. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/EPPLib/videos/538126170435173/ |
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Elmwood Park Public Library (Tiffany Verzani) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Craft |
Virtual Craft We've posted two such videos - how to make a yarn Easter Egg and this flower pot video |
Video https://www.facebook.com/EPPLib/videos/1616101878552202/ |
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Schaumburg Township District Library (Kate Niehoff ) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Storytimes Family Storytime, Infant Storytime |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8lb471WM6A&feature=youtu.be |
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Schaumburg Township District Library ( Kate Niehoff) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Crafternoon, Tween Tasters Craft and cooking videos for kids |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-4SdbwXAOc&feature=youtu.be |
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Schaumburg Township District Library ( Kate Niehoff) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Trivia |
Trivia Nights Family Trivia, Adult Trivia |
Other; please specifyZoom + Crowdpurr |
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Schaumburg Township District Library ( Kate Niehoff) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify |
Kindness Calendar We'll share a different activity for you to try each day to help you be kind to yourself, others and even our environment. |
Webpage or blog https://www.schaumburglibrary.org/kindness |
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Schaumburg Township District Library ( Kate Niehoff) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Game |
interactive escape rooms Star Wars Escape Room; Escape from the Library! |
Webpage or blog https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDPkHxRgp4mlcrCykj6mKBxzXN_ojS5WQ8OtLhTqznxNUFig/viewform |
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Schaumburg Township District Library ( Kate Niehoff) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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interactive creativity classes In partnership with local organization, The Backyard Experience |
Other; please specifyZoom meeting |
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Schaumburg Township District Library ( Kate Niehoff) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
online discussion groups ESL Conversation Club; book discussions; film discussions |
Other; please specifyZoom meetings |
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Schaumburg Township District Library ( Kate Niehoff) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Instructional/Entertainment programs for adults Meditation; technology instruction; small business workshops; financial education; history and science and pop culture presentations |
Other; please specifyZoom webinars |
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Schaumburg Township District Library ( Kate Niehoff) |
Public | Senior (55+) |
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phone-in programs for seniors Book discussions; chats with local administrators; presentations by staff |
Other; please specifyPhone (party line) |
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Schaumburg Township District Library (Kate Niehoff) |
Public | Senior (55+) |
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Memory Care programs for seniors Shown on senior living facility CCTVs |
Other; please specifyVideo recordings |
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Northbrook Public Library ( Jill Franklin) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Informational |
The Soothing Sound of Birds Learn how observing birds can restore a sense of calm; learn simple ways to attract birds to your garden. |
Webpage or blog https://visit.northbrook.info/event/4257429 |
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Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary (Mary-Carol Riehs) |
Academic |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Virtual Office Hours We set up daily drop-in Zoom sessions for students and faculty to ask questions of reference librarian staff in a "face-to-face" format. |
Other; please specify Zoom meeting https://library.garrett.edu/news/virtual-office-hourshttps://library.garrett.edu/ |
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Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary (Mary-Carol Riehs) |
Academic |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Library Guide to Special Resources for Spring 2020 A LibGuide with information to assist with virtual coursework and research, and access to free arts resources. |
Webpage or blog https://guides.garrett.edu/spring-2020-special-resources |
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Northbrook Public Library (Amanda Lopez) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Virtual Storytime (All Ages) Virtual stories and songs for all ages. |
Other; please specify Unlisted YouTube video. Links are sent to registered patrons and available only for 24 hours. |
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Northbrook Public Library (Amanda Lopez) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
Other; please specify Youth Concert |
Virtual Stories and Songs with Little Miss Ann Join Little Miss Ann as she performs upbeat and interactive music in this special, virtual concert! This is a live event. |
Other; please specify Live event via RingCentral. Links are sent to registered patrons ahead of time. https://visit.northbrook.info/event/4231823 |
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Northbrook Public Library (Amanda Lopez) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Virtual Wee Play (Birth-24 months, with caregiver) Music, a book, rhymes, and a check-in. |
Other; please specify Live event via RingCentral. Links are sent to registered patrons ahead of time. https://visit.northbrook.info/event/4244615 |
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Winfield Library (Dawn Leardi) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Home Energy Savings for ComEd and Ameren Customers Citizens Utility Board offers webinars to help customers save money. Registration required. |
Webpage or blog http://www.citizensutiliityboard.org |
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Bellwood Public Library ( Laurel Schilling) |
Public | Adult (18+) |
Other; please specify Exercise |
Zumba LIVE on Facebook Virtual Zumba classes offered live on Monday, Thursday and Saturday on instructor's FB page |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/fyt15/ |
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Bellwood Public Library ( Laurel Schilling) |
Public | Adult (18+) |
Other; please specify Exercise |
Virtual Yoga with Rhonda Weekly yoga clips posted on instructor's YouTube channel |
Social media post https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCydD2Yj6-sz3o5azQSogZIA |
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Bellwood Public Library ( Laurel Schilling) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Storytime LIVE with Miss Sophia Miss Sophia and Roscoe present stories, games and songs for kids every Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. beginning April 23. |
Webpage or blog https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX5YqhT3Xd4g12k1heSJ6sQ |
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South Holland Public Library ( Robin Wagner) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Mindful Me Virtual Storytime Virtual version of our yoga story time. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/SHLibrary/videos/242850433525974/ |
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South Holland Public Library (Robin Wagner) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Craft |
Drawings to our Local Heroes Show Support for our local Essential Workers. Create a drawing in support and post a picture in the comments below. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/SHLibrary/photos/a.282621824989/10151450687454990/?type=3&theater |
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North Riverside Public Library ( Mary Cooper) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
NRPL Book Club by Telephone Join us as we discuss "Emma" by Jane Austen on May 12 at 6:45. Call (800) 747-5150 and enter access code 1453322. |
Other; please specifyTelephone Talk. |
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North Riverside Public Library District (Mary Cooper) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Films by Phone Watch the movie "Emma" (1996) on Hoopla and discuss it with us on May 26 at 6:30. Call (800) 747-5150 and enter access code 1453322. |
Other; please specifyTelephone Talk. |
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Winfield Library (Dawn Leardi) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
NASA: from Earth to Mars and Beyond Solar System Ambassador provides an overview of NASA |
Webpage or blog https://www.youtube.com/mjguillette |
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Winfield Library (Dawn Leardi) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Madame President Zoom program on Edith Wilson, who served as acting president in 1920 |
Webpage or blog https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87882364711?pwd=VEJKNTF3eFZDRGhzWDZGSkVFdWV6Zz09 |
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Marquette Heights Public Library (Jenny Jackson) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
General assistance |
General Patron Assistance Staff is available to answer questions, renew cards, reset pins and help with Census and voter registration. |
Webpage or blog https://www.mhlibrary.com/covid-19-closing-notice |
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Oregon Public Library District (Hilaree Lombardo) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Talent Tuesdays Each Tuesday we are posting a video from staff where they discuss a talent or hobby they have. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=606845289933399 |
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Oregon Public Library District (Hilaree Lombardo) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Quarantined Reviews Staff are providing book reviews for patrons on social media posts. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/oregonillinoislibrary/photos/a.230914473639583/3058936834170652/?type=3&theater |
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Oregon Public Library District (Hilaree Lombardo) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
What Ya Watching Wednesday? A Zoom meeting with staff to discuss shows we are watching. This week we are talking Tiger King and any other new shows on Netflix! |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/oregonillinoislibrary/photos/a.230914473639583/3068016966595972/?type=3&theater |
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Oregon Public Library District (Hilaree Lombardo) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Photo Challenge |
Nailed It! Challenge Staff were challenged to recreate dog cupcakes. Photos of final recreation were submitted and posted to Facebook for votes from patrons. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/oregonillinoislibrary/posts/3067720286625640?__xts__[0]=68.ARDoPffZKQRzgEbFPABxan9OVSywjSfDQMv8qGw7DXFm |
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Lake Villa Public Library District (Nina Kenney) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Informational |
First Chapter Fridays Each Friday, Miss Lora will read the first chapter of a grea book that is avaialble for checkout on Hoopla. |
Social media post https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FwLp8Szdnx8&t |
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Lake Villa Public Library District (Nina Kenney) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Informational |
First Chapter Friday Each Friday Miss Rachel will read the first chapter of a great book that is available for checkout on Hoopla. |
Social media post https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahiJCIAZ1Wo |
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Lake Villa Public Library District (Nina Kenney) |
Public | Teen | Informational |
First Chapter Friday Each Friday Miss Tegan will read the first chapter of a great book that is avaialble for checkout on Hoopla. |
Social media post https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCq3xFTyHD0 |
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Lake Villa Public Library District (Nina Kenney) |
Public | Adult (18+) |
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Apple Technology Basics An overview of iOS for iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch users. |
Other; please specifyVitual program held on Zoom. |
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Prospect Heights Public LIbrary ( Beth Klein) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Informational |
Book Banter A youth librarian goes on Facebook two times a week to highlight children’s books. |
Video https://www.facebook.com/prospectheightspubliclibrary/ |
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Columbia College Chicago Library ( Kristy Bowen) |
Academic | Adult (18+) |
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#ZINEMADNESS | Library Zine Mondays We share resources, how-to's and prompts, as well as inviting participants to share their work. |
Webpage or blog https://aestheticsofresearch.blogspot.com/2020/03/zinemadness.html |
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Wheaton Public Library (Lisa Barefield) |
Public | Teen | Discussion |
Virtual Geek Talk Teens discuss their fandoms and the things they like to geek-out about. |
Other; please specifyZoom |
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Wheaton Public Library (Lisa Barefield) |
Public | Teen | Game |
Virtual D&D Club Teens play D&D through our Discord server. |
Other; please specifyDiscord |
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Wheaton Public Library (Lisa Barefield) |
Public | Teen | Informational |
Book Talks Record book YA book talks. |
Video https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhldFLazNI1RTcz4VYMqY9NTdJUsv3ueb |
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Wheaton Public Library (Lisa Barefield) |
Public | Teen | Game | Digital Escape Room |
Other; please specify https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdUJZJWvoWVefEiMQWDnkZgxMqWsYtzH9uQEYvJwA-89kmUUw/viewform?usp=sf_link |
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Lake Villa District Library ( Nina Kenney ) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Informational |
Tools for Managing Your Money During the COVID-19 Pandemic Join Karen Chan, Certified Financial Professional and Educator (retired), for a timely presentation on managing your money during the pandemic. T |
Other; please specifyThis program was hosted on Zoom but not recoreded. |
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Lake Villa District Library ( Nina Kenney ) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Informational |
Apple Technology Basics Get an overview of the basics of your Apple device...iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch. |
Other; please specifyThis program was hosted on Zoom but not recorded. |
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Elmhurst Public Library (Jez Layman) |
Public | Adult (18+) |
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New Skill Saturday: Simple Container Gardening Join us to learn a new skill about the basics of grouping plants together in larger containers to see the best results in your spring garden. |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Jez Layman) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Scratch-off Art Make a drawing in reverse by removing paint to uncover beautiful colors underneath. |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library (Alyssa Murphy) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Informational |
Introduction to Consumer Databases Choosing the right brand and model can be tough with so many options, and it’s even tougher when you can’t go to the store. |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Jez Layman) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Staying Connected Strong social connections help us live longer, healthier, and happier lives. |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library (Jez Layman) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
What We're Enjoying Wednesday Our staff is here to tell you what they’ve been reading, watching, listening to, and playing lately that they recommend. |
Video https://www.youtube.com/user/ElmhurstLibraryVids/featured |
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Elmhurst Public Library (Jez Layman) |
Public | Senior (55+) |
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Elmhurst Senior Citizens Commission Conference This is the ninth Senior Citizens Commission Collaboration Conference, a networking event for organizations that serve Elmhurst seniors. |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Jez Layman) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Trading Titles Love books? Love to talk about books? Love to hear about new books? This is the group for you! |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Jez Layman) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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What is Ramadan? In this program for families and children, presenter and children's author Tayyaba Syed explores the meaning of Ramadan. |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Jez Layman) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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New Skill Saturday: Birding Apps Need a new hobby? Take advantage of time outdoors and learn about nature with your family by using one of these great birding apps. |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library (Jez Layman) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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How to Access eBooks & eAudiobooks from Home Need some entertainment during shelter in place? Check out books, movies, and music from the Library—online! |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Jez Layman) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Spoken Word Poetry as spoken art inspires reflection, empathy, and wonder. Join us via FreeConferenceCall to listen to selected poems |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Jez Layman) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Astrology The program covers sun, moon, and rising signs, as well as planets and houses. |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Jez Layman) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Accessing Senior Services Representatives from the City of Elmhurst and Metropolitan Family Services explain services offered and answer any questions. |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Tracey Orick) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Coping with Anxiety Social Services Specialist Tracey Orick provides information on anxiety and coping with a focus on what we are facing during these uncertain times. |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Jez Layman) |
Public | Adult (18+) |
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New Skill Saturday: Making Enchiladas Discover how to make enchiladas the New Mexico way with Alea. |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Jez Layman) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Practicing Gratitude Gratitude enhances wellbeing and life satisfaction, benefiting both the mind and body. Join us via FreeConferenceCall to start your practice |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library (Jez Layman) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Ciao Italia! Culture and Conversational Group Improve your Italian language skills (all skill levels welcome) in a relaxed atmosphere while exploring the lifestyle of the peninsula. |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Jez Layman) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Bubble Watercolors Make unique and abstract works of art by blowing bubbles! |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library (Jez Layman) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Job & Career Connection Job & Career Connection Workshop with People's Resource Center |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library (Cheryl Fortman) |
Public | Adult (18+) |
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Elmhurst Business Connection Each month, gather with entrepreneurs like you to ask questions, get feedback, and be part of a network of mentors that troubleshoot with you. |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library (Jez Layman) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Great Decisions Learn about critical issues facing America with professor Gary Midkiff. |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Jez Layman) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
20s/30s Book Discussion: The Power by Naomi Alderman What would happen if the power dynamic between men and women throughout the world flipped? Author Naomi Alderman's response is electrifying! |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Elmhurst Public Library ( Jeremy Slayton) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
|
Google Maps App Learn the fundamentals of Google Maps, including how to plan trips, and receive turn-by-turn directions. |
Video http://elmlib.org/athome |
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Galena Public Library (Larissa Distler ) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Author Visit |
Meet the Author: Betsy Hanson Hanson will discuss her path to becoming a successful self-published author, the writing craft, and her novel, "Always Gardenia." |
Other; please specifyhttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUtcemoqT4tGNJlfDt3Hj1whMs9xk2wfCK1 |
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Galena Public Library (Larissa Distler) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Tuesday Afternoon Stitchers If you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or any other stitch craft join our virtual drop-in stitching club |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/events/228928881531244/ |
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Galena Public Library (Larissa Distler) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Evening Book Club Just a group of book lovers discussing reading! Bring a book to share. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/events/222876398967540/ |
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Galena Public Library ( Larissa Distler) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Discussion |
Morning Book Club Discussion about "Population 485" by Michael Perry who will be joining us! |
Other; please specifyhttps://zoom.us/j/91348711147?pwd=QUxJMnVMaVpzTGJYQ1dHUG55V09lUT09 |
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Galena Public Library (Larissa Distler) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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CrafTea: Acrylic Pour Short demonstration of acrylic pouring. |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lP6vLZuza6Y&t=12s |
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Northbrook Public Library (Phil Collins) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Virtual Podcast Brunch Club We provide a curated list of episodes around a different topic for each meeting. Share recommendations and talk all things podcast. |
Webpage or blog https://visit.northbrook.info/event/4291337 |
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Fox Lake District Library ( Hannah Marschall) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Storytime Online Thursdays at 10 am Miss Hannah will upload pre-recorded videos to Facebook. We will sing songs, read stories, and do fun storytime activities! |
Video https://www.facebook.com/FoxLakeDistrictLibrary/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel&eid=ARBR1363mKQ1gN3Ei4hUtjORhAJMFzPuNiItdKjsu6hwPmF_whe |
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Fox Lake District Library (Hannah Marschall) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
Art |
Watercolor Resist Painting Join us on Facebook Live to learn watercolor resist techniques! Paint with me or just watch and try later on your own. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/events/2780814982027220/ |
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Northbrook Public Library ( Jill Franklin) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) |
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Power Vegetable Gardening | Webpage or blog https://visit.northbrook.info/event/4254743 |
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Gail Borden Public Library District ( Glenna Godinsky) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Men and Women of the Wild West Using music, humor, facts, photos and a live cat in a bandana, viewers learn of Squirrel Tooth Alice, Kit Carson, & more. |
Video https://drive.google.com/open?id=1rniTmkVZMHDq9mb_hlScmve6LcU3uPiG |
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Lake Bluff Library ( Alicia Streightiff ) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Digital Knitwits Jillian and Martha are bringing Knitwits online! Join them for an evening of knitting and chatting on Zoom. Registration is required. |
Webpage or blog https://www.lakeblufflibrary.org/events/virtual-digital-knitwits |
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Bensenville Community Public Library ( Samantha Parkison) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Game |
Online Trivia Night In place of our in-person trivia night at a local restaurant, we made our very own BCPL Stay-at-Home Trivia Game via Google Forms! |
Webpage or blog https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScsKa2VoUB9qxYzY9hrm_tyF6r7Vlds9I9i4IayUSooFWe-Ig/viewform |
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Bensenville Community Public Library ( Samantha Parkison) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Game |
Online Trivia Night In place of our in-person trivia night at a local restaurant, we made our very own BCPL Stay-at-Home Trivia Game via Google Forms! |
Webpage or blog https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScsKa2VoUB9qxYzY9hrm_tyF6r7Vlds9I9i4IayUSooFWe-Ig/viewform |
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Bensenville Community Public Library District (Samantha Parkison) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Online Resource |
Art & Relaxation - Adult Coloring Pages While the Library is closed, browse our selection of coloring pages, along with a playlist of calming music! |
Webpage or blog https://benlib.org/art-relaxation/ |
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Bensenville Community Public Library District (Samantha Parkison) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Digital Library Card Registration Register for an online-only library card! This digital library card will grant you access to eBooks, eAudiobooks, streaming services, and more. |
Webpage or blog https://swanlibraries.net/patron-registration-form/?library=BVD |
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Bensenville Community Public Library District (Samantha Parkison) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
WiFi Expanded Access Access our free WiFi 24/7 from the front parking lot! Signal strength is best in the 30-minute parking spots. |
Other; please specifyWiFi Access |
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Bensenville Community Public Library District (Samantha Parkison) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
Online Resource Collection |
Keep Kids Learning: Online Resources for Kids Take advantage of the wealth of free, online, educational resources available to you for free – from home! Explore this list we’ve compiled. |
Webpage or blog https://benlib.org/resources-for-kids/ |
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Bensenville Community Public Library District (Samantha Parkison) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Flashback Friday Local History Photos As a way to promote the Bensenville Historical Collection on the Illinois Digital Archives, we are using #FlashbackFriday on social media. |
Webpage or blog http://www.idaillinois.org/digital/collection/p16614coll53/search/ |
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Arlington Heights Memorial Library ( Mary Hastings) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) |
Book recommendation |
AHML Top Shelf: Dot Journaling by Rachel Wilkerson Miller A review of hoopla title Dot Journaling by Rachel Wilkerson Miller. |
Webpage or blog https://youtu.be/H-GmvcO1BU4 |
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Arlington Heights Memorial Library ( Mary Hastings) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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Art with Alayne: Leaves Create Textured Leaves in Sgraffito in this online version of the Arlington Heights Memorial Library’s popular Art with Alayne series. |
Webpage or blog https://youtu.be/gkSFpi5MUoI |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library ( Joshua O'Shea) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) |
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Conducting Your College Search from Home Learn how high school students can conduct their college search from home with Tom Jaworski, founder of Quest College Consulting. |
Other; please specifyInteractive video |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library ( Joshua O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Craft |
Engineering Club Design, build, and share your unique creations using blocks and other materials you have around your house. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/GlenEllynPL/ |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
L2U Storytime Youth librarians share a story or lead a craft every Monday and Wednesday during May! |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/GlenEllynPL/ |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Show and tell Choose a favorite item to share in this virtual show and tell. |
Webpage or blog https://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/virtual-show-tell |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Harry Potter Book Discussion Talk to Miss Katy and your friends about Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone |
Social media post https://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/harry-potter-book-discussion |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
L2U Storytime youth librarians share a story or lead a craft every Monday and Wednesday during May! |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/GlenEllynPL/ |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'hea) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Show & Tell Choose a favorite item to share in this virtual show and tell. |
Webpage or blog https://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/virtual-show-tell |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Harry Potter Book Discussion Talk to Miss Katy and your friends about Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. |
Webpage or blog https://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/harry-potter-book-discussion |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
L2U Storytime youth librarians share a story or lead a craft every Monday and Wednesday during May! |
Video https://www.facebook.com/GlenEllynPL/ |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh OShea) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) |
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COVID-19 Q&A with Biomedical Engineering Researcher Rebecca Keate discuss technologies and drugs used to improve COVID-19 patient outcomes and progress on the development of vaccines. |
Webpage or blog https://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/covid-19-qa-biomedical-engineering-researcher-rebecca-keate-0 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh OShea) |
Public | Adult (18+) |
Other; please specify Member club |
Next Chapter Book Club Members read together, hang out, make friends, enjoy a snack, and have fun |
Webpage or blog https://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/next-chapter-book-club-31 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh OShea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Craft |
Engineering Club Design, build, and share your unique creations with materials you have around your house. |
Webpage or blog https://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/engineering-club-2 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh OShea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Instructional |
Breath and Mindfulness Connect deeper with your breath and heart through guided meditation, mindfulness, and light stretching to receive gratitude and love! |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/breath-and-mindfulness-1 |
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Indian Prairie Public Library ( Monica Dzierzbicki) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
Other; please specify Readings, review and discussion |
First Chapter Fridays-2021 Caudills, Bluestems and Monarchs Weekly, 40 minute readings, review and discussion of selected titles from one of the three AISLE 2021 state award nominee lists. |
Other; please specifyLive Zoom |
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Indian Prairie Public Library ( Monica Dzierzbicki) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
Other; please specify Read Aloud practice |
Book Buddy with a Librarian One to One 20 minute read aloud for grades K - 12. |
Other; please specifyStaff scheduled one to one Zoom meeting. |
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Indian Prairie Public Library ( Tricia Thompson) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Informational | Mid-Kid Book Talks | Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_XRJ9xmRk0 |
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Indian Prairie Public Library ( Natalie Williams) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Discussion | Scavenger Story Surprise | Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQiNQesTHSc&t=11s |
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Indian Prairie Public Library ( Jack Schultz) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Pinwheel Project with Mr. Jack Step by Step instructions to make your own paper pinwheel. |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQNnQWl0J88&t=129s |
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Indian Prairie Public Library ( Jack Schultz) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
STEAM |
Magnetic Art with Mr. Jack Painting with the power of magnets and other everyday objects. |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b41iqSjlfJ4 |
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Indian Prairie Public Library ( Jack Schultz) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
Other; please specify Creative writing activity |
MidKid Mad-Libs Share funny stories by adding nouns, verbs and other words to replace a story you know. |
Webpage or blog https://ippl.info/library-blogs/mad-libs |
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Indian Prairie Public Library ( Jack Schultz) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Game |
MidKids Dungeons & Dragons with Mr. Jack Perfect for new players to get acquainted with the game and for experienced players to have some fun. |
Other; please specifyVia Zoom |
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Indian Prairie Public Library ( Jack Schultz) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Game |
Dungeons & Dragons for MidKids For new players to the game and for experienced players to have some fun. |
Other; please specifyvia Zoom |
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Indian Prairie Public Library ( Jack Schultz) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Scratch Coding with Mr. Jack Mr. Jack walks MIdKids through hot to make a simple game. |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-fG4dh-trI |
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Indian Prairie Public Library ( Jack Schultz) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
STEM |
Paper Rockets with Mr. Jack Create an air powered paper rocket using math skills. |
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tXOvdM6-cc |
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Lake Villa Public Library District (Nina Kenney) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Informational |
Searching for South America Take a virutal tour through South America with Brian Michalski from the comfort of your home. |
Social media post https://www.facebook.com/Lake-Villa-District-Library-96381544219/?__tn__=kC-R&eid=ARD_qdFWUABHDKeRvQ08eNc58XbtK9w0IBP84Wdu4X4KRK |
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Lake Villa Public Library District (Nina Kenney) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Second Saturday Readers 11/22/63 by Stephen King. |
Other; please specifyHeld on Zoom. |
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Lake Villa Public Library District (Nina Kenney) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
The Tenacious Dewey D Book Club They Called Us Enemy by George Takei. |
Other; please specifyHeld on Zoom. |
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Lake Villa Public Library District (Nina Kenney) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Great Decisions Virtual Discussion U.S. Relations with the Northern Triangle |
Other; please specifyHeld on Zoom. |
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Lake Villa Public Library District (Nina Kenney) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Murder & Mayhem Mondays Mystery Book Chat; share what mysteries we’ve been reading and preview upcoming fall mysteries. |
Other; please specifyHeld on Zoom. |
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Lake Villa Public Library District (Nina Kenney) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Game |
Virtual Trivia We’ve got the questions...all we need is you! Since we’re playing using the honor system—the only prizes are GLORY and HONOR! |
Other; please specifyHeld on Zoom. |
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Lake Bluff Library (Alicia Streightiff) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Summer Reading Club |
Virtual Summer Reading Program Join the Summer Reading Club 2020! Track your summer reading and participation in virtual library programs, from June 13- August 31, to win prizes! |
Webpage or blog https://www.lakeblufflibrary.org/node/211 |
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Morton Public Library ( Emma Roth Smith) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
PAWS to Read After a shared story via Zoom, kids have the opportunity to read to a registered therapy dog. Presented by Peoria Humane Society. |
Webpage or blog http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=3424&EventID=412606&PK= |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Engineering Club Weekly build challenges using materials you have around your house. Videos are available |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/engineering-club-3 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Ralph's World Concert GRAMMY-nominated artist and Glen Ellyn native Ralph Covert brings his show and sing-along home! |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/ralphs-world-concert-0 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Teen |
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Weekly Art Challenge: Bookmark Contest Help us showcase the ways you Paint Your Story by submitting photos of your art for our digital art gallery! Email photos |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/weekly-art-challenge-bookmark-contest |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Teen |
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Minecraft Missions - Community Builders Class, Computers & Technology, STEAM, Webinar |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/minecraft-missions-community-builders |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Sensory Shenanigans Watch as we assemble multiple sensory activities using materials found around the home. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/sensory-shenanigans |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Adult (18+) |
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Photo Organizing Learn how to protect your family memories by getting all your summer, vacation, and family photo heirlooms organized and archived. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/photo-organizing-0 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
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Kawaii Characters Drawing Workshop Learn how to draw adorable Kawaii (Japanese for "cute") characters. Art teacher Christine Thornton will walk you through |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/kawaii-characters-drawing-workshop |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Fairytale Arts & Crafts Using the supplies listed below, watch and follow along to create something! |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/fairytale-arts-crafts |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Rainbow Families Storytime Wear the outfit that you love the most and join us for a spectacular LGBTQ+ Pride storytime and rainbow craft. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/rainbow-families-storytime |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Teen |
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The Middle Squad Mr. Tom recommends books, audiobooks, and graphic novels and offers fun challenges 6th-8th graders can do at home. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/middle-squad-7 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
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Author Interviews: Chris Grabenstein and Lucia Gonzalez! Watch as we talk to some of the most amazing authors and illustrators in the business. |
Other; please specify https://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/author-interviews-chris-grabenstein-and-lucia-gonzalez |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Discussion |
Next Chapter Book Club Members read together, hang out, make friends, enjoy a snack, and have fun. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/next-chapter-book-club-32 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) |
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Standardized Testing: Summer 2020 Kathy of College Nannies+Sitters+TutorsTest gives methods for prep test, provide updates, and answers questions about the affects of Covid19. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/standardized-testing-summer-2020 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
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Fairytale Arts & Crafts Arts & Crafts Class using at-home supplies |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/fairytale-arts-crafts-0 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
Get Up 'n Groove Let's dance and sing to various melodies in this music and movement program! |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/get-n-groove-14 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
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Secret Agent 23 Skidoo Virtually "visit" exciting places like zoos, science museums, and the International Clown Hall of Fame. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/secret-agent-23-skidoo |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
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Secret Agent 23 Skidoo Virtually "visit" exciting places like zoos, science museums, and the International Clown Hall of Fame. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/secret-agent-23-skidoo |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Secret Agent 23 Skidoo Virtually "visit" exciting places like zoos, science museums, and the International Clown Hall of Fame. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/secret-agent-23-skidoo |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Secret Agent 23 Skidoo Virtually "visit" exciting places like zoos, science museums, and the International Clown Hall of Fame. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/secret-agent-23-skidoo |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
The Mixed-Up Fairytale Show featuring some of your favorite fairytale characters and a real ten-foot-tall giant! |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/mixed-fairytale |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Adult (18+) | Instructional |
The Writing Journey Fiction writers interested in improving their skills are invited to join a collaborative workshop. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/writing-journey |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Game |
Paint Your Story: Summer Reading Challenge The Glen Ellyn Public Library's 10-week Summer Reading Program. |
Other; please specify https://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/paint-your-story-summer-reading-challenge |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
Game |
Weekly Art Challenge: Sidewalk Chalk Help us showcase the ways you Paint Your Story by submitting photos of your art for our digital art gallery! |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/weekly-art-challenge-sidewalk-chalk |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
Game |
Can You Dig It? Nature Fun Get inspired to go outside and explore. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/can-you-dig-it-nature-fun |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Teen |
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Minecraft Missions - Book Artists Class, Computers & Technology, STEAM, Webinar |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/minecraft-missions-book-artists |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
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Together Time A dynamic session will promote bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/together-time-39 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
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Space Arts & Crafts Arts & Crafts, Class using items from home! |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/space-arts-crafts |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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BYOB Book Chat Book Discussion, Webinar |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/byob-book-chat-1 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
|
Together Time This dynamic session will promote bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/together-time-37 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Adult (18+) |
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Author Interview: Lori Haskins Houran Discussion with author of over 50 books for young readers, including her most recent picture book, SPACE MICE. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/author-interview-lori-haskins-houran |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
|
Space Arts & Crafts Arts & Crafts, Class |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/space-arts-crafts-0 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Adult (18+) |
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How to approach automating your business needs Business/Financial, Webinar |
Other; please specify https://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/how-approach-automating-your-business-needs |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Craft |
Decorate A Mug Personalize your own white ceramic mug using our instructions and Sharpie markers |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/decorate-mug |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
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EMMY award winner Janet Ivey Virtually "visit" exciting places like zoos, science museums, and the International Clown Hall of Fame. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/emmy-award-winner-janet-ivey |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Child (0-12) | Storytime |
The Book from Outer Space In this comedy adventure show, the kids at home must help Pixel the Librarian save the Intergalactic Library from destruction! |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/book-outer-space |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen |
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Wiggleworms Musical play led by teaching artist Nick Davio from The Old Town School of Folk Music. |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/wiggleworms-0 |
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Glen Ellyn Public Library (Josh O'Shea) |
Public | Teen |
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Minecraft Missions - Creating Comics Class, Computers & Technology, STEAM, Webinar |
Other; please specifyhttps://gepl.librarycalendar.com/events/minecraft-missions-creating-comics |
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Northbrook Public Library ( Jill Franklin) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) |
Informational |
Tackling Plastic Pollution in Lake Michigan Find out where your plastic waste is going and how to prevent it from entering Lake Michigan from a Shedd Aquarium educator. |
Webpage or blog https://visit.northbrook.info/event/4359430 |
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Lake Bluff Library ( Alicia Streightiff) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Meditation, relaxation |
Chair Yoga Join Isabel Raci for a 30 minute yoga session to promote a safe, healing and peaceful environment during these stressful times. |
Webpage or blog https://www.lakeblufflibrary.org/events |
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Lake Bluff Library ( Alicia Streightiff) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Other; please specify Reading Club |
Summer Reading Club Continues! Let’s celebrate all the amazing places reading can take us! |
Webpage or blog https://lakeblufflibrary.libcal.com/event/6794099 |
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Lake Bluff Library ( Alicia Streightiff) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Game |
Trivia Night with Lake Bluff Brewing Company Join us for this Social Distancing Edition of our popular online Trivia Night! |
Webpage or blog https://www.lakeblufflibrary.org/trivia |
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Lake Bluff Library ( Alicia Streightiff) |
Public | Child (0-12) |
Other; please specify Children's Program |
Miss Jamie's Farm Singalong Enjoy this virtual program with children’s entertainer Miss Jamie as she takes the kids on an imagination adventure to her farm |
Webpage or blog https://lakeblufflibrary.libcal.com/event/6774600 |
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Lake Bluff Library ( Alicia Streightiff) |
Public |
Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Informational |
Typhoid Mary: Her Story Leslie Goddard lectures on an Irish immigrant cook named Mary infected dozens of New Yorkers with typhoid fever while being asymptomatic herself. |
Webpage or blog https://lakeblufflibrary.libcal.com/event/6774500 |
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Lake Bluff Library ( Alicia Streightiff) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Game |
LIVE Harry Potter Trivia Online Harry Potter fans from ages 9 to 99 are invited to join us for this Triwizard Tournament of Trivia! |
Webpage or blog https://lakeblufflibrary.libcal.com/event/6774605 |
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Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Jennifer Czajka) |
Public |
Teen Adult (18+) Senior (55+) |
Arts, Entertainment |
Virtual Artist in Residence: Jeanette Andrews Illusionist Jeanette Andrews explores magic through 4 themes. Includes performance, workshop, virtual studio visits, Coffee Chats + Instagram posts |
Webpage or blog https://www.ahml.info/residency |
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Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Jennifer Czajka) |
Public |
Child (0-12) Teen Adult (18+) |
Fandom, Family |
FanCon 2020 5th annual FanCon pivoted to a weekend-long virtual event. 28 programs, workshops, panels, games + crafts over three days! |
Webpage or blog https://www.ahml.info/fancon |