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In the Middle Book Club at Home!

(grades 6-8)
2024-09-18 00:00:00 2024-09-18 23:59:00 America/Chicago In the Middle Book Club at Home! Love to read and want something that fits your schedule? Join a book club just for middle schoolers that you can do at home! REGISTRATION IS OPEN Off-Site -

Wednesday, September 18
All day

Add to Calendar 2024-09-18 00:00:00 2024-09-18 23:59:00 America/Chicago In the Middle Book Club at Home! Love to read and want something that fits your schedule? Join a book club just for middle schoolers that you can do at home! REGISTRATION IS OPEN Off-Site -

Love to read and want something that fits your schedule? Join a book club just for middle schoolers that you can do at home! REGISTRATION IS OPEN

REGISTERED PROGRAM. Registration is open. 

Enjoy questions, prompts, guides, and activities from the comfort of your own home. We try to read a wide variety of styles and genres.

BOOK PICK UP

A copy of the book will be requested for your child, and we will notify you at the parent/guardian email address. 

Questions? Please contact Kevin Wonch kwonch@cooklib.org 

AGE GROUP: | Middle School (grades 6-8) |

EVENT TYPE: | Kids Reading | Book Clubs |

TAGS: | book clubs |

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Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Meet with Art Noparstak, a certified business mentor from SCORE, to get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, and implementing a marketing strategy.
Court of Spruce
Wed, Mar 26, 5:15pm - 5:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at Court of Spruce near the curve by Court of Birch in Vernon Hills.
Pebbleshire Apartments
Wed, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Bookmobile Stop
The Bookmobile will stop in the east parking lot of Pebbleshire Apartments on the corner of Cherry Valley and Lakeside in Vernon Hills.
The Park Butterfield
Wed, Mar 26, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.
Wednesday Evening Book Club - Hybrid
Wed, Mar 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Join us to discuss NONE OF THIS IS TRUE by Lisa Jewell. For a copy of the book and the Zoom link, contact Marianne Charles at mcharles@cooklib.org
iPhone Basics
Wed, Mar 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
Get started with your iPhone! Learn about button functions, using apps, and personalizing your phone.
Studio Workshop: Cricut Demonstration
Wed, Mar 26, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Digital Studio 2
This 30-minute demonstration will teach you how to use the Cricut Explore 3 to digitally cut materials for your crafting projects.
Registration opens Wednesday, March 12 2025 at 7:00pm
LEGO Club - (grades K-5)
Thu, Mar 27, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Bring your imagination and building talents, and have a creatively good time with our LEGO collection. REGISTRATION OPENS THURSDAY 02/27 AT 4 PM
Studio Workshop: Audio Cassette Conversion
Thu, Mar 27, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Digital Studio 2
This 30-minute workshop shows you how to digitize audio cassette tapes into digital mp3 files using our TEAC AD-800 machine.
Registration opens Thursday, March 13 2025 at 7:00pm
Movie Matinee
Fri, Mar 28, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Free screenings of popular and acclaimed movies. For movie titles and ratings, call the Library, or pick up a flyer at either location.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Mar 29, 9:30am - 11:30am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Mar 29, 9:30am - 11:30am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
Deepwoods
Sat, Mar 29, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at Deepwoods Apartments Walnut St. & Lake St. in Mundelein.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Mar 29, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Mar 29, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
Lakeside Village
Sat, Mar 29, 2:25pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at Lakeside Village Apartments, 313 So. Hickory, Mundelein.
Orchard St. at Shaddle
Sat, Mar 29, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at 900 Orchard St. in Mundelein
ESL Class
Mon, Mar 31, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop
FREE English as a Second Language Class
Crossways Preschool
Mon, Mar 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bookmobile Stop
The bookmobile stops at Crossways Preschool, 1151 No. St Mary's Rd., Libertyville.
Social Services Consultations
Mon, Mar 31, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Meet with an intake specialist to get connected with social services resources. Visits are on a first-come, first-serve basis, located in Study Room E.
Nintendo Club: Mario Kart - (grades K-1)
Mon, Mar 31, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join us for an epic video game battle! We provide the game and system, you provide the fun! REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY 02/28 AT 4 PM
Studio Workshop: Vinyl Record Conversion
Mon, Mar 31, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Digital Studio 2
Dust those old records off the shelf and learn to convert them into digital mp3 files using VinylStudio software and our AT-LP120-USB Turntable.
Registration opens Monday, March 17 2025 at 7:00pm
ESL Class
Tue, Apr 01, 9:00am - 12:15pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room
FREE English as a Second Language Class held in conjunction with Mundelein High School.
Chair Yoga for Everyone - Virtual - Zoom
Tue, Apr 01, 9:00am - 10:00am
Off-Site
Energize and find peace! Ideal for beginners and all abilities, this class connects breath with movement, building strength and relaxation. Join us for a rejuvenating experience!
Register
Family Story Time @ Aspen Drive - (birth-age 5 w/adult)
Tue, Apr 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Children's Flex Space
Family Story Times are lively and play-based programs for children and their caregivers.
English Conversation Café
Tue, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:15am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
Improve your English conversation skills at this informal weekly café. To register, email Darek Makowski at dmakowski@cooklib.org with your name, email address, and telephone number.
Aspen Drive Book Club
Tue, Apr 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join us to discuss THE FROZEN RIVER by Ariel Lawhon. For a copy of the book, contact Lindsay Barber-Peddycoart at lbarber@cooklib.org. DROP IN
Studio Workshop: Audio Cassette Conversion
Tue, Apr 01, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Digital Studio 2
This 30-minute workshop shows you how to digitize audio cassette tapes into digital mp3 files using our TEAC AD-800 machine.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 18 2025 at 7:00pm
ESL Class
Wed, Apr 02, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop
FREE English as a Second Language Class
Tai Chi 101 - Virtual - Zoom
Wed, Apr 02, 9:00am - 10:00am
Off-Site
Join Hailey for an inclusive Tai Chi and Qi Gong class suitable for all ages and abilities. Enjoy gentle movements that promote wellness for body, mind, and spirit. All levels welcome!
Register
Baby Story Time @ Aspen - (birth-12 mos w/adult)
Wed, Apr 02, 9:30am - 10:15am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Picture Book Area
Baby Story Time is a lap-sit program. Children and their caregivers will be guided through bounces, songs, movement rhymes, and stories.
Studio Workshop: How to Set Up A Recording Session
Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Digital Studio 1
Get started with audio recording in our Digital Studios. Training will cover how to set up a Logic Pro session with the studio's microphones so you can record that first demo or podcast episode.
Registration opens Wednesday, March 19 2025 at 10:00am
World Explorers: South Africa - (grades 2-5)
Wed, Apr 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Immerse yourself in South African culture through stories, crafts, and games! REGISTRATION OPENS SUNDAY 03/02 AT 4 PM
Court of Spruce
Wed, Apr 02, 5:15pm - 5:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at Court of Spruce near the curve by Court of Birch in Vernon Hills.
Pebbleshire Apartments
Wed, Apr 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Bookmobile Stop
The Bookmobile will stop in the east parking lot of Pebbleshire Apartments on the corner of Cherry Valley and Lakeside in Vernon Hills.
Online Safety - Virtual - Zoom
Wed, Apr 02, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Learn simple tips and tricks to keep you safe online.
Register
High School Book Club
Wed, Apr 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
Join us to discuss A TEMPEST OF TEA by Hafsah Faizal. REGISTER for a free copy of the book (limited to first 10), or contact Leah at lhotchkiss@cooklib.org
The Park Butterfield
Wed, Apr 02, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.
Studio Workshop: VHS Video Conversion
Wed, Apr 02, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Digital Studio 2
This 30-minute workshop shows you how to use Vidbox to convert VHS, VHS-C, and Mini DV tapes to digital video formats that can be stored on a computer hard drive, DVD, or online.
Registration opens Wednesday, March 19 2025 at 7:00pm
ESL Class
Thu, Apr 03, 9:00am - 12:15pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room
FREE English as a Second Language Class held in conjunction with Mundelein High School.
Rescheduled
High School Hang Outs
Thu, Apr 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
New date Thursday, April 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Take a break with us at the Library! Stop by the high school area once a month for activities, games, and challenges, book recommendations, and more.
High School Hang Outs
Thu, Apr 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Lower Level Collections Area
Take a break with us at the Library! Stop by the high school area once a month for activities, games, and challenges, book recommendations, and more.
Story Stretchers: It Looked Like Spilt Milk - (ages 4-5 w/adult)
Thu, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Come along and stretch your imaginations through stories, hands-on activities, and play with your favorite grown-up! REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY 03/03 AT 4 PM
Genealogy Networking Group - Hybrid
Thu, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Share genealogy tips and resources with other family history enthusiasts. All levels welcome.
Studio Workshop: How to Set Up A Recording Session
Thu, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Digital Studio 1
Get started with audio recording in our Digital Studios. Training will cover how to set up a Logic Pro session with the studio's microphones so you can record that first demo or podcast episode.
Registration opens Thursday, March 20 2025 at 7:00pm
Movie Matinee
Fri, Apr 04, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Free screenings of popular and acclaimed movies. For movie titles and ratings, call the Library, or pick up a flyer at either location.
Nonfiction Book Club - Hybrid
Fri, Apr 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
United Methodist Church of Libertyville - OWL Reservation - No Room,Rooms B & C
Join us to discuss BELOVED BEASTS: FIGHTING FOR LIFE IN AN AGE OF EXTINCTION by Michelle Nijhuis. For a copy of the book and the Zoom link, contact Allie Mendelson at amendelson@cooklib.org. DROP IN
After-Hours Building Party - (grades 6-8)
Fri, Apr 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Build and create different structures and play games throughout the Library. REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 03/04 AT 4 PM
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Apr 05, 9:30am - 11:30am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Apr 05, 9:30am - 11:30am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale
Sat, Apr 05, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Save the dates for this year's Spring Book Sale! Lots of fabulous deals await you on books, movies, music, and more. Book sale takes place on the lower level of Aspen Drive Library. DROP IN
DAR Genealogy Workshop
Sat, Apr 05, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room
Interested in joining the DAR? Stop by for one-on-one research help from DAR representatives. DROP IN.
Deepwoods
Sat, Apr 05, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at Deepwoods Apartments Walnut St. & Lake St. in Mundelein.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Apr 05, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Apr 05, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
Lakeside Village
Sat, Apr 05, 2:25pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at Lakeside Village Apartments, 313 So. Hickory, Mundelein.
Orchard St. at Shaddle
Sat, Apr 05, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at 900 Orchard St. in Mundelein
Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale
Sun, Apr 06, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Save the dates for this year's Spring Book Sale! Lots of fabulous deals await you on books, movies, music, and more. Book sale takes place on the lower level of Aspen Drive Library. DROP IN
Rescheduled
Talk With A Trustee
Sun, Apr 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Sunday, April 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
DROP IN
Rescheduled
Talk With a Trustee
Sun, Apr 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Sunday, April 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
DROP IN
ESL Class
Mon, Apr 07, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop
FREE English as a Second Language Class
English Language Learners' Book Club
Mon, Apr 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Virtual Meeting Room
Read and then discuss books with other interesting people while practicing your English in conversation. Join us! For more information and to register, email Darek Makowski at dmakowski@cooklib.org.
Social Services Consultations
Mon, Apr 07, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Meet with an intake specialist to get connected with social services resources. Visits are on a first-come, first-serve basis, located in Study Room E.
Spring Wreath
Mon, Apr 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
Welcome spring by creating a beautiful wreath to brighten your home! Materials provided. Registration opens Friday, March 7 at 9 am.
This event is full
Studio Workshop: Cricut Demonstration
Mon, Apr 07, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Digital Studio 2
This 30-minute demonstration will teach you how to use the Cricut Explore 3 to digitally cut materials for your crafting projects.
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 7:00pm
ESL Class
Tue, Apr 08, 9:00am - 12:15pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room
FREE English as a Second Language Class held in conjunction with Mundelein High School.
Chair Yoga for Everyone - Virtual - Zoom
Tue, Apr 08, 9:00am - 10:00am
Off-Site
Energize and find peace! Ideal for beginners and all abilities, this class connects breath with movement, building strength and relaxation. Join us for a rejuvenating experience!
Register
Lawyer in the Library: Wills & Trusts - Study Room C
Tue, Apr 08, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Meet with licensed local attorney Michael A. Goldberg for an individual, 15-minute session for general guidance and advice only. REGISTER
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Lawyer in the Library: Wills, Trusts, Estates, Guardianship - Study Room A
Tue, Apr 08, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Meet with licensed local attorney Stella Day for an individual, 15-minute session for general guidance and advice only. REGISTER
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Family Story Time @ Aspen Drive - (birth-age 5 w/adult)
Tue, Apr 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Children's Flex Space
Family Story Times are lively and play-based programs for children and their caregivers.
English Conversation Café
Tue, Apr 08, 10:00am - 11:15am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
Improve your English conversation skills at this informal weekly café. To register, email Darek Makowski at dmakowski@cooklib.org with your name, email address, and telephone number.
Job Search 2.0: Master Modern Job-Hunting Strategies - Virtual - Zoom
Tue, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off-Site
Learn how to streamline your job search with the latest strategies, organization tips, and other tools to help you land your next opportunity more efficiently.
Life in Ancient Egypt - (grades 2-3)
Tue, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Learn about what it was like to live in Ancient Egypt and make a craft! REGISTRATION OPENS SATURDAY 03/08 AT 4 PM
This event is full
Building & Grounds Committee Meeting
Tue, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Conference Room
A Building & Grounds Committee Meeting for the Trustees of the Cook Memorial Public Library District.
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Apr 08, 6:45pm - 7:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 03/25 AT 4 PM
Registration opens Tuesday, March 25 2025 at 4:00pm
Needlework Meetup- FULL
Tue, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room
If you knit, crochet, needlepoint, or enjoy any other handicraft, here is a great opportunity to work on it at the Library with new friends. All levels are welcome.
This event is full
Studio Workshop: How to Set Up A Recording Session
Tue, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Digital Studio 1
Get started with audio recording in our Digital Studios. Training will cover how to set up a Logic Pro session with the studio's microphones so you can record that first demo or podcast episode.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 25 2025 at 7:00pm
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Apr 08, 7:05pm - 7:20pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 03/25 AT 4 PM
Registration opens Tuesday, March 25 2025 at 4:00pm
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Apr 08, 7:25pm - 7:40pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 03/25 AT 4 PM
Registration opens Tuesday, March 25 2025 at 4:00pm
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Apr 08, 7:45pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 03/25 AT 4 PM
Registration opens Tuesday, March 25 2025 at 4:00pm
In the Middle Book Club at Home! - (grades 6-8)
Wed, Apr 09, All day
Off-Site
Love to read and want something that fits your schedule? Join a book club just for middle schoolers that you can do at home! REGISTRATION IS OPEN
ESL Class
Wed, Apr 09, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop
FREE English as a Second Language Class
Tai Chi 101 - Virtual - Zoom
Wed, Apr 09, 9:00am - 10:00am
Off-Site
Join Hailey for an inclusive Tai Chi and Qi Gong class suitable for all ages and abilities. Enjoy gentle movements that promote wellness for body, mind, and spirit. All levels welcome!
Register
Baby Story Time @ Aspen - (birth-12 mos w/adult)
Wed, Apr 09, 9:30am - 10:15am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Picture Book Area
Baby Story Time is a lap-sit program. Children and their caregivers will be guided through bounces, songs, movement rhymes, and stories.
Wednesday Morning Book Club - Hybrid
Wed, Apr 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
United Methodist Church of Libertyville - OWL Reservation - No Room,Rooms B & C
Join us to discuss SMALL MERCIES by Dennis Lehane. For a copy of the book and the Zoom link, contact Andrea Larson at alarson@cooklib.org. DROP IN
One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE - Study Room A
Wed, Apr 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Meet with Art Noparstak, a certified business mentor from SCORE, to get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, and implementing a marketing strategy.
One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE - Study Room A
Wed, Apr 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Meet with Art Noparstak, a certified business mentor from SCORE, to get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, and implementing a marketing strategy.
One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE - Study Room A
Wed, Apr 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Meet with Art Noparstak, a certified business mentor from SCORE, to get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, and implementing a marketing strategy.
Tie-Dye Tote Bags - (grades 6-8)
Wed, Apr 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
United Methodist Church of Libertyville - Rooms B & C
Decorate your own DIY tie-dye bags. All materials provided. REGISTRATION OPENS SATURDAY 03/22 AT 4 PM
Registration opens Saturday, March 22 2025 at 4:00pm
Court of Spruce
Wed, Apr 09, 5:15pm - 5:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at Court of Spruce near the curve by Court of Birch in Vernon Hills.
Pebbleshire Apartments
Wed, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Bookmobile Stop
The Bookmobile will stop in the east parking lot of Pebbleshire Apartments on the corner of Cherry Valley and Lakeside in Vernon Hills.
Intermediate PowerPoint - Virtual - Zoom
Wed, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Off-Site
Take your PowerPoint skills to the next level and learn how to make exciting presentations with animations, transitions, slide masters, and template designs.
Register
The Park Butterfield
Wed, Apr 09, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.
Speculative Fiction Book Club
Wed, Apr 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room
Join us in reading The Book of Koli by M.R. Carey. For a copy of the book, contact Hannah Dove at hdove@cooklib.org.
Studio Workshop: Photo and Image Conversion
Wed, Apr 09, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Digital Studio 2
This 30-minute workshop covers scanning photos, 35 mm slides and negatives, and converting them to digital photos.
Registration opens Wednesday, March 26 2025 at 7:00pm
ESL Class
Thu, Apr 10, 9:00am - 12:15pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room
FREE English as a Second Language Class held in conjunction with Mundelein High School.
Sewing 101
Thu, Apr 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
This beginner-friendly class teaches the basics of appliqué to create a beautiful, personalized pillowcase.
This event is full
Sprouts
Thu, Apr 10, 10:00am - 10:50am
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at 1441 W. Lake Street, Libertyville.
Sprouts
Thu, Apr 10, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at 1441 W. Lake Street, Libertyville.
Fractured Fairy Tales: Jack & the Beanstalk - (grades K-3)
Thu, Apr 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
We will read and compare two versions of a fairy tale to explore how perspective affects the story, then create a craft to take home. REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY 03/10 AT 4 PM
Why Is My Ethnicity Estimate All Wrong? - Virtual - Zoom
Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Off-Site
DNA tests are common tools for genealogy. Have you taken a DNA test and been confused by the outcome? Come learn from Dana Kelly who will explain the details and help you decipher your results.
IL Libraries Present: Art of Foraging w/Alexis Nikole Nelson - Virtual-Zoom
Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Forager and outdoor educator Alexis Nikole Nelson has raised awareness of the bounty all around us on her popular TikTok and Instagram platforms.
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Studio Workshop: Vinyl Record Conversion
Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Digital Studio 2
Dust those old records off the shelf and learn to convert them into digital mp3 files using VinylStudio software and our AT-LP120-USB Turntable.
Registration opens Thursday, March 27 2025 at 7:00pm
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