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History Matters Jr.

(grades 3-5)
2024-09-16 16:30:00 2024-09-16 17:30:00 America/Chicago History Matters Jr. Join us for a tour of Cook Home, learn about when it was the town's library, and see what school days were like 100 years ago! REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY 08/16 AT 4 PM Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Monday, September 16
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-16 16:30:00 2024-09-16 17:30:00 America/Chicago History Matters Jr. Join us for a tour of Cook Home, learn about when it was the town's library, and see what school days were like 100 years ago! REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY 08/16 AT 4 PM Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Join us for a tour of Cook Home, learn about when it was the town's library, and see what school days were like 100 years ago! REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY 08/16 AT 4 PM

REGISTERED PROGRAM. Registration opens Friday, August 16 at 4 pm

Join us at the Cook Home to see what school days were like a hundred years ago! Participants will get a tour of the house and also learn about when it was the town’s library — can you believe the formal dining room used to be where the children’s books were stored? We will wrap up the program with a presentation of photos of Libertyville schools of yesteryear.

Questions? Please contact Kara Fuerholzer kfuerholzer@cooklib.org  

AGE GROUP: | Kids (grades K-5) |

EVENT TYPE: | History |

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Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Phone: (847)362-2330
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About the branch

The Cook Memorial Public Library District serves communities in northern Lake County, Illinois: Libertyville, Green Oaks, Vernon Hills, Indian Creek, Mettawa, and parts of Mundelein. 

Mission  
Through dedicated personal service, we connect our diverse community to resources that educate, enrich and inspire.

Upcoming events

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Mon, Oct 14, 9:00am - 12:30pm
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Mon, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Libertyville Civic Center - 135 W Church St, Libertyville, IL 60048
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Community Wellness Consultations
Mon, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
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Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
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Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
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Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
FREE English as a Second Language Class
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Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
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Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
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Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
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Register
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Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Digital Studio 2
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ESL Class
Wed, Oct 23, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop
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Wed, Oct 23, 9:30am - 10:15am
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Wed, Oct 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE - Conference Room
Wed, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
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This event is full
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Wed, Oct 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Digital Studio 2
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Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
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This event is full
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Wed, Oct 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
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This event is full
AARP Two-Part Driver Safety Course
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Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
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This event is full
Independent Genealogy Research Lab - Hybrid
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Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Virtual Meeting Room,Conference Room
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Spooky Pumpkin Decorating - (grades 6-8)
Wed, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
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Off-Site
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ESL Class
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Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
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Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
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Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
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Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
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Orchard St. at Shaddle
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ESL Class
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Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop
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Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Children's Area
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Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room
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Community Wellness Consultations
Mon, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
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 D.
Rescheduled
Paczki & Pictures: Movie Screening
Mon, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 8:45pm
New date Monday, October 28, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
October is Polish American Heritage Month. Join us for a special movie screening of CONQUEST starring Greta Garbo and Charles Boyer. Paczki will be provided.
Paczki & Pictures: Movie Screening
Mon, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
New venue Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
October is Polish American Heritage Month. Join us for a special movie screening of CONQUEST starring Greta Garbo and Charles Boyer. Paczki will be provided.
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Mon, Oct 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Get an overview of the latest streaming video platforms and equipment.
Studio Workshop: Photo and Image Conversion
Mon, Oct 28, 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 Monday, October 14 2024 at 7:00pm
ESL Class
Tue, Oct 29, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
FREE English as a Second Language Class
Chair Yoga for Everyone - Virtual - Zoom
Tue, Oct 29, 9:00am - 10:00am
Off-Site
This course is designed for individuals who frequently sit or stand for extended periods. Sign up now to gain insight into effective techniques for enhancing your comfort and overall health.
Register
Family Story Time @ Aspen Drive - (birth-age 5 w/adult)
Tue, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:15am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
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.
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Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Enhance your word skills by learning to work with tables, objects, and more.
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Oct 29, 6:45pm - 7:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! Register for only one time slot. REGISTRAITON OPENS TUESDAY 10/15 AT 4 PM
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Studio Workshop: Cricut Demonstration
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Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - 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 Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 7:00pm
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Oct 29, 7:05pm - 7:20pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! Register for only one time slot. REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 10/15 AT 4 PM
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 4:00pm
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Oct 29, 7:25pm - 7:40pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! Register for only one time slot. REGISTRAITON OPENS TUESDAY 10/15 AT 4 PM
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 4:00pm
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Oct 29, 7:45pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! Register for only one time slot. REGISTRAITON OPENS TUESDAY 10/15 AT 4 PM
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 4:00pm
ESL Class
Wed, Oct 30, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop
FREE English as a Second Language Class
Baby Story Time @ Aspen - (birth-12 mos w/adult)
Wed, Oct 30, 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.
Lambs Farm
Wed, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops in front of the Stone Apts. at Lambs Farm at 14245 Rockland Rd. in Libertyville.
American Girl: Felicity & Lady Margaret's Ghost - (grades 2-5)
Wed, Oct 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Come hear a spooky story starring American Girl Felicity! REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY 09/30 AT 4 PM.
Court of Spruce
Wed, Oct 30, 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, Oct 30, 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, Oct 30, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.
Studio Workshop: How to Set Up A Recording Session
Wed, Oct 30, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
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, October 16 2024 at 7:00pm
ESL Class
Thu, Oct 31, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
FREE English as a Second Language Class
Studio Workshop: Photo and Image Conversion
Thu, Oct 31, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Digital Studio 2
This 30-minute workshop covers scanning photos, 35 mm slides and negatives, and converting them to digital photos.
Registration opens Thursday, October 17 2024 at 7:00pm
Family Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-age 5 w/adult)
Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Children's Area
Family Story Times are lively and play-based programs for children and their caregivers.
Morning Meditation - Join Our Hybrid Sessions!
Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Experience the numerous physiological and emotional benefits of different styles of meditation during our weekly circle.
Movie Matinee
Fri, Nov 01, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
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, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Join us to discuss NIGHT by Elie Wiesel. For a copy of the book and the Zoom link, contact Erica O'Rourke at eorourke@cooklib.org. DROP IN
Cartooning: Power Pets - (grades K-3)
Fri, Nov 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Meet and draw the Power Pets with the help of cartoonist Mark Anderson! They fight for truth, kibble, and belly rubs! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 10/01 AT 4 PM
Genealogy After Hours
Fri, Nov 01, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room - Staff
The night belongs to the genealogists! Bring your research and settle in for three hours of individual research and networking after the Library closes. Librarians will be available throughout.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Nov 02, 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.
DAR Genealogy Workshop
Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Interested in joining the DAR? Stop by for one-on-one research help from DAR representatives. DROP IN.
Deepwoods
Sat, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 2:25pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at Lakeside Village apartments, 313 S. Hickory, Mundelein
Orchard St. at Shaddle
Sat, Nov 02, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at 900 Orchard St. in Mundelein
ESL Class
Mon, Nov 04, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop
FREE English as a Second Language Class
Baby Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-12 mos w/adult)
Mon, Nov 04, 9:30am - 10:15am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Children's Area
Baby Story Time is a lap-sit program. Children and their caregivers will be guided through bounces, songs, movement rhymes, and stories.
English Language Learners' Book Club
Mon, Nov 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference 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 Service Consultations
Mon, Nov 04, 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: Player's Choice - (grades 2-5)
Mon, Nov 04, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Join us for an epic video game battle! We provide the game and system; you provide the fun! REGISTRATION OPENS Friday 10/04 AT 4 PM
High School: Fall Coasters
Mon, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
Relax and learn how to make ceramic coasters with a vintage vibe, perfect for home décor or gifting. Materials provided. Registration opens Saturday, October 5.
Classics Book Club
Mon, Nov 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room - Staff,Virtual Meeting Room
Join us to discuss WATERSHIP DOWN by Richard Adams. For a copy of the book, contact Mary Tompson at mtompson@cooklib.org. DROP IN
Studio Workshop: Audio Cassette Conversion
Mon, Nov 04, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - 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 Monday, October 21 2024 at 7:00pm
ESL Class
Tue, Nov 05, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
FREE English as a Second Language Class
Chair Yoga for Everyone - Virtual - Zoom
Tue, Nov 05, 9:00am - 10:00am
Off-Site
This course is designed for individuals who frequently sit or stand for extended periods. Sign up now to gain insight into effective techniques for enhancing your comfort and overall health.
Register
Family Story Time @ Aspen Drive - (birth-age 5 w/adult)
Tue, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:15am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
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.
Let's Talk About Mountains! - (grades K-1)
Tue, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Learn fun facts about mountains and make a craft! REGISTRATION OPENS SATURDAY 10/05 AT 4 PM
Organize, Edit & Share Your iPhone or iPad Photos
Tue, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Learn about the settings and features in the Apple Photos app for organizing, editing, and sharing your photos.
Aspen Drive Book Club
Tue, Nov 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join us to discuss FELLOWSHIP POINT by Alice Elliott Dark. For a copy of the book, contact Becky King at bking@cooklib.org. DROP IN
Studio Workshop: VHS Video Conversion
Tue, Nov 05, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - 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 Tuesday, October 22 2024 at 7:00pm
ESL Class
Wed, Nov 06, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop
FREE English as a Second Language Class
Baby Story Time @ Aspen - (birth-12 mos w/adult)
Wed, Nov 06, 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: Photo and Image Conversion
Wed, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
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, October 23 2024 at 10:00am
Managing Cash Flow
Wed, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Learn the essentials of cash flow management for start-up small businesses, including cost management and income projection.
Database Pop-up: Consumer Reports
Wed, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Foyer
One of the Library's best-kept secrets is our large collection of databases. They're not just for research -- they can provide info on so much more! Drop by and learn about Consumer Reports.
Lambs Farm
Wed, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops in front of the Stone Apts. at Lambs Farm at 14245 Rockland Rd. in Libertyville.
Artist Spotlight: Yayoi Kusama - (grades K-5)
Wed, Nov 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Learn about artist Yayoi Kusama. Create and take home your own artwork! REGISTRATION OPENS SUNDAY 10/06 AT 4 PM
Court of Spruce
Wed, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 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.
High School Book Club
Wed, Nov 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Join us to discuss SIX CRIMSON CRANES by Elizabeth Lim. REGISTER for a free copy of the book (limited to first 10), or contact Leah at lhotchkiss@cooklib.org
The Park Butterfield
Wed, Nov 06, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.
Studio Workshop: Vinyl Record Conversion
Wed, Nov 06, 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 Wednesday, October 23 2024 at 7:00pm
ESL Class
Thu, Nov 07, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
FREE English as a Second Language Class
Story Stretchers: I'm the Biggest Thing in the Ocean - (ages 4-5 w/adult)
Thu, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Come along and stretch your imaginations through stories, hands-on activities, and play! Children must be accompanied by an adult. REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY 10/07 AT 4 PM
Remembering the Holocaust in Berlin & Germany - Virtual - Zoom
Thu, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off-Site
German historian Anette Isaacs will guide you on a photographic journey through Holocaust memorials, showing how Germany expresses remembrance and guilt.
Genealogy Networking Group - Hybrid
Thu, Nov 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Share genealogy tips and resources with other family history enthusiasts. All levels welcome. Please register in advance.
Studio Workshop: Audio Cassette Conversion
Thu, Nov 07, 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, October 24 2024 at 7:00pm
Friday Morning Book Club - Hybrid
Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Join us to discuss THE READING LIST by Sara Nisha Adams. For a copy of the book and the Zoom link, contact Amy Becker-Perez at aperez@cooklib.org. DROP IN
Family Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-age 5 w/adult)
Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Children's Area
Family Story Times are lively and play-based programs for children and their caregivers.
Morning Meditation - Join Our Hybrid Sessions!
Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Experience the numerous physiological and emotional benefits of different styles of meditation during our weekly circle.
Movie Matinee
Fri, Nov 08, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
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.
Librarian in the Zone
Fri, Nov 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Lower Level Collections Area
Meet your high school librarian! Stop by the Teen Zone once a month for activities, games, challenges, book recommendations, answers to your burning library questions, and more.
International Snack Exploration - (grades 6-8)
Fri, Nov 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Taste, rate, and describe snacks from around the world. REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 10/08 at 4 PM
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Nov 09, 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.
Deepwoods
Sat, Nov 09, 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, Nov 09, 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, Nov 09, 2:25pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at Lakeside Village apartments, 313 S. Hickory, Mundelein
Orchard St. at Shaddle
Sat, Nov 09, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at 900 Orchard St. in Mundelein
Great Decisions
Sun, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join us the 2nd Sunday of each month February through November (skipping June and July) for the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions Discussion.
Registration is now closed
ESL Class
Mon, Nov 11, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop
FREE English as a Second Language Class
Baby Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-12 mos w/adult)
Mon, Nov 11, 9:30am - 10:15am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Children's Area
Baby Story Time is a lap-sit program. Children and their caregivers will be guided through bounces, songs, movement rhymes, and stories.
Afternoon Concert: Melodies of America
Mon, Nov 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Libertyville Civic Center - 135 W Church St, Libertyville, IL 60048
Enjoy a musical journey from New York to California and everywhere in between with American classics and patriotic favorites sung by John Ludy and Nicole Puleo of Ludytunes.
Community Wellness Consultations
Mon, Nov 11, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
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 D.
LEGO Club - (grades K-5)
Mon, Nov 11, 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 FRIDAY 10/11 AT 4 PM
Autumn Pinecone Jewelry
Mon, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
Learn how to turn a pinecone into a hair buckle, necklace, or choker for the perfect autumn accessory! Materials provided. Registration opens Monday, October 7 at 9 am.
This event is full
Studio Workshop: How to Set Up A Recording Session
Mon, Nov 11, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
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 Monday, October 28 2024 at 7:00pm
ESL Class
Tue, Nov 12, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
FREE English as a Second Language Class
Chair Yoga for Everyone - Virtual - Zoom
Tue, Nov 12, 9:00am - 10:00am
Off-Site
This course is designed for individuals who frequently sit or stand for extended periods. Sign up now to gain insight into effective techniques for enhancing your comfort and overall health.
Register
Family Story Time @ Aspen Drive - (birth-age 5 w/adult)
Tue, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:15am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
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.
Page Turners Book Club - (grades 4-5)
Tue, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join other fun kids to talk about fabulous books! REGISTRATION OPENS SATURDAY 10/12 AT 4 PM
Thanksgiving Turkey & Sides
Tue, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Chef Susan Maddox discusses Thanksgiving turkey options, such as brining, dry vs. wet rubs, cooking techniques, and carving, along with some wonderful side dishes to complement the entrée.
This event is full
Autumn Pinecone Jewelry
Tue, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Learn how to turn a pinecone into a hair buckle, necklace, or choker for the perfect autumn accessory! Materials provided. Registration opens Monday, October 7 at 9 am.
Studio Workshop: Photo and Image Conversion
Tue, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Digital Studio 2
This 30-minute workshop covers scanning photos, 35 mm slides and negatives, and converting them to digital photos.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 29 2024 at 7:00pm
ESL Class
Wed, Nov 13, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop
FREE English as a Second Language Class
Baby Story Time @ Aspen - (birth-12 mos w/adult)
Wed, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Join us to discuss TOM LAKE by Ann Patchett. 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, Nov 13, 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.
This event is full
One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE - Study Room A
Wed, Nov 13, 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.
This event is full
Ensure You're Insured
Wed, Nov 13, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Discover what you need to know about health, life, and Medicare insurance. Presented by Doris Perna and Ron Shaffer from UnitedHealthcare.
One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE - Study Room A
Wed, Nov 13, 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.
This event is full
Lambs Farm
Wed, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops in front of the Stone Apts. at Lambs Farm at 14245 Rockland Rd. in Libertyville.
T(w)een Advisory Board Meeting - (grades 6-8)
Wed, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Join us to get involved with the Library! Bring your ideas about programs or new services for middle schoolers. REGISTRATION OPENS SUNDAY 10/13 AT 4 PM
Court of Spruce
Wed, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 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.
In the Middle Book Club - (grades 6-8)
Wed, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
A book club just for middle schoolers! Join us for a fun and lively book discussion with awesome books. REGISTRATION IS OPEN.
Coupons & Rebates - Virtual - Zoom
Wed, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Off-Site
Kick off the holiday shopping season by saving money! Review popular rebate and coupon sites, such as Rakuten, Dosh, and Honey.
Register
The Park Butterfield
Wed, Nov 13, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.
Studio Workshop: Cricut Demonstration
Wed, Nov 13, 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, October 30 2024 at 7:00pm
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