Information Literacy for the News

Mon, Mar 17, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop

FREE English as a Second Language Class

Children's Classics Book Club: Meet Betsy and Tacy - (grades k-3)

Mon, Mar 17, 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.

Mon, Mar 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Explore fun and classic children's books, starting with the Betsy and Tacy series! We'll read the story together and enjoy a craft . REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY 02/17 AT 4 PM.

Registration is now closed

Cinema Club - The Florida Project

Mon, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 9:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Monthly film screening and discussion. DROP IN

Spring String Art

Mon, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop

Create custom string art to brighten your space! Learn the basics and craft a unique piece for your home. Materials provided. Registration opens Monday, February 17, at 9 AM.

This event is full

History Matters: Ballots, Babes, and Beer - Virtual

Mon, Mar 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Off-Site

Raupp Museum Curator Debbie Fandrei tells the story of the 50-year fight for women to win the right to vote in Illinois.

Studio Workshop: Audio Cassette Conversion

Mon, Mar 17, 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.

Tue, Mar 18, 9:00am - 12:15pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room

FREE English as a Second Language Class held in conjunction with Mundelein High School.

Family Story Time @ Aspen Drive - (birth-age 5 w/adult)

Tue, Mar 18, 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!

Tue, Mar 18, 10:00am - 10:45am

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Children's Flex Space

This parent-and-child story time gives you and your little one the ultimate "together-time!" Enjoy a fun-filled opportunity to connect, explore, and bond while sharing the magic of stories!

LEGO Building Competition - (grades 6-8)

Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Compete in different LEGO challenges or create your own. All materials provided. REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 02/18 AT 4 PM

PALS (Play & Live Stronger - Anna Swain)

Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at 600 Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills

Page Turners Book Club: Lifeboat 12 by Susan Hood - (grades 4-5)

Tue, Mar 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

New venue Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Conference Room

Join other fun kids to talk about fabulous books! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 02/18 AT 4 PM

Registration is now closed

Library Board Meeting

Tue, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Regular monthly meeting of the Library Board.

High School: Pressed Flower Lantern

Tue, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop

Create a unique piece that captures the charm of spring, and adds a soft, enchanting glow to any room. Materials provided. Registration opens Thursday, February 6 at 9 am.

Studio Workshop: VHS Video Conversion

Tue, Mar 18, 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.

Tai Chi 101 - Virtual - Zoom

Wed, Mar 19, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop

FREE English as a Second Language Class

Wed, Mar 19, 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!

Wed, Mar 19, 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.

Wed, Mar 19, 10:00am - 10:30am

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.

T(w)een Advisory Board Meeting - (grades 6-8)

Wed, Mar 19, 5:15pm - 5:45pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at Court of Spruce near the curve by Court of Birch in Vernon Hills.

Wed, Mar 19, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

United Methodist Church of Libertyville

Join us to get involved with the Library! Bring your ideas about programs or new services for middle schoolers. REGISTRATION OPENS WEDNESDAY 02/19 AT 4 PM

In the Middle Book Club - (grades 6-8)

Wed, Mar 19, 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.

Wed, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

United Methodist Church of Libertyville - Rooms B & C

A book club just for middle schoolers! Join us for a fun and lively book discussion with awesome books. REGISTRATION OPENS THURSDAY 02/06 AT 4 PM

Registration is now closed

Paint Your Own Earrings

Wed, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop

Get creative and paint your very own designs onto three pairs of wooden earrings. Materials provided. Registration opens Wednesday, February 19 at 9 am.

This event is full

Advanced Excel - Virtual - Zoom

Wed, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Off-Site

Learn advanced topics in Excel, including PivotTables and PivotsCharts.

Wed, Mar 19, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Bookmobile Stop

The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.

Wed, Mar 19, 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.

Heirloom Seeds & Family Stories - Virtual - Zoom

Thu, Mar 20, 9:00am - 12:15pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room

FREE English as a Second Language Class held in conjunction with Mundelein High School.

High School Hang Outs

Thu, Mar 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills

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.

Thu, Mar 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Off-Site

Heirloom and heritage seeds have family stories that often accompany them. Sara Straate will share some of the stories and ways that the Seed Savers Network is working to save those stories and seeds.

Spring Book Buzz with the Bookies

Thu, Mar 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

From the biggest trends to hidden gems, our readers' advisors, the Bookies, are revealing their most-anticipated titles of the season. Light refreshments will be provided.

Studio Workshop: Photo and Image Conversion

Thu, Mar 20, 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.

Illinois Libraries Present: 9to5: The Story of a Movement - Virtual

Fri, Mar 21, All day

Off-Site

Watch this award-winning documentary from the comfort of your home! After registration, you'll receive a link to view the film between March 21?23.

Family Maker @ Home! Windmills - (family)

Fri, Mar 21, 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.

Sat, Mar 22, All day

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills

We'll provide all the supplies to have some family fun to go! No registration required; kits available while supplies last.

Illinois Libraries Present: 9to5: The Story of a Movement - Virtual

Sat, Mar 22, All day

Watch this award-winning documentary from the comfort of your home! After registration, you'll receive a link to view the film between March 21?23.

Sat, Mar 22, 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.

Sat, Mar 22, 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.

Sat, Mar 22, 1:15pm - 2:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at Deepwoods Apartments Walnut St. & Lake St. in Mundelein.

Sat, Mar 22, 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.

Intermediate Crochet: Water Bottle Holder

Sat, Mar 22, 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.

Sat, Mar 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Elevate your crochet skills by making a stylish and functional water bottle holder. Bring your own 5mm crochet hook. Prior crochet experience required.

This event is full

Sat, Mar 22, 2:25pm - 3:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at Lakeside Village Apartments, 313 So. Hickory, Mundelein.

Illinois Libraries Present: 9to5: The Story of a Movement - Virtual

Sat, Mar 22, 3:15pm - 4:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at 900 Orchard St. in Mundelein

Sun, Mar 23, All day

Watch this award-winning documentary from the comfort of your home! After registration, you'll receive a link to view the film between March 21?23.

English Language Learners' Book Club

Mon, Mar 24, 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.

Agatha Mystery Book Club - Hybrid

Mon, Mar 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

United Methodist Church of Libertyville - OWL Reservation - No Room,Rooms B & C

Join us to discuss HAPPINESS FALLS by Angie Kim. For a copy of the book and the Zoom link, contact Erica O'Rourke at eorourke@cooklib.org. DROP IN

Locked in the Library: Science Lab - (grades 4-5)

Mon, Mar 24, 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 E.

Mon, Mar 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

United Methodist Church of Libertyville - Rooms B & C

Put your puzzling skills to the test and work with others to put clues together, solve riddles, and escape! REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY 02/24 AT 4 PM

Family Story Time @ Aspen Drive - (birth-age 5 w/adult)

Mon, Mar 24, 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.

KinderCare-Creekside

Tue, Mar 25, 9:30am - 10:15am

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at KinderCare 451 Creekside in Vernon Hills.

Tue, Mar 25, 10:00am - 10:45am

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Children's Flex Space

This parent-and-child story time gives you and your little one the ultimate "together-time!" Enjoy a fun-filled opportunity to connect, explore, and bond while sharing the magic of stories!

Felicity: An American Girl Adventure Movie - (Family)

Tue, Mar 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Let's watch a movie about a favorite American Girl - Felicity. DROP IN. Recommended for ages 7+

Adobe Express - Virtual - Zoom

Tue, Mar 25, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Off-Site

Review Adobe's content creation tool and learn how to quickly and easily create flyers and greeting cards, edit photos, and create and edit PDFs.

Shelftalkers Roundtable - Hybrid

Tue, Mar 25, 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

Tue, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room,Virtual Meeting Room

Want the fun of a book club with the freedom to read what you like? Join our no-homework group and share your shelf! For the Zoom link, contact Erica O'Rourke at eorourke@cooklib.org. DROP IN

Studio Workshop: Photo and Image Conversion

Tue, Mar 25, 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.

Tue, Mar 25, 7:05pm - 7:25pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills

Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 03/11 AT 4 PM

Tue, Mar 25, 7:25pm - 7:40pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills

Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 03/11 AT 4 PM

Tue, Mar 25, 7:45pm - 8:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills

Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 03/11 AT 4 PM

One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE - Conference Room

Wed, Mar 26, 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.

Wed, Mar 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

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.

One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE - Conference Room

Wed, Mar 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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.

One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE - Conference Room

Wed, Mar 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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.

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.

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.

Wednesday Evening Book Club - Hybrid

Wed, Mar 26, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Bookmobile Stop

The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.

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.

This event is full

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.

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

This event is full

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sat, Mar 29, 1:15pm - 2:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at Deepwoods Apartments Walnut St. & Lake St. in Mundelein.

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.

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.

Sat, Mar 29, 2:25pm - 3:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at Lakeside Village Apartments, 313 So. Hickory, Mundelein.

Sat, Mar 29, 3:15pm - 4:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at 900 Orchard St. in Mundelein

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.

Nintendo Club: Mario Kart - (grades K-1)

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.

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

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

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.

Family Story Time @ Aspen Drive - (birth-age 5 w/adult)

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!

Tue, Apr 01, 10:00am - 10:45am

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Children's Flex Space

This parent-and-child story time gives you and your little one the ultimate "together-time!" Enjoy a fun-filled opportunity to connect, explore, and bond while sharing the magic of stories!

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

Tai Chi 101 - Virtual - Zoom

Wed, Apr 02, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop

FREE English as a Second Language Class

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!

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.

World Explorers: South Africa - (grades 2-5)

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

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

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.

Online Safety - Virtual - Zoom

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.

Wed, Apr 02, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills

Learn simple tips and tricks to keep you safe online.

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

Studio Workshop: VHS Video Conversion

Wed, Apr 02, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Bookmobile Stop

The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.

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

Story Stretchers: It Looked Like Spilt Milk - (ages 4-5 w/adult)

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.

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.

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

Nonfiction Book Club - Hybrid

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.

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

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.

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale

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.

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.

Sat, Apr 05, 1:15pm - 2:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at Deepwoods Apartments Walnut St. & Lake St. in Mundelein.

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.

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.

Sat, Apr 05, 2:25pm - 3:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at Lakeside Village Apartments, 313 So. Hickory, Mundelein.

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale

Sat, Apr 05, 3:15pm - 4:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at 900 Orchard St. in Mundelein

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

English Language Learners' Book Club

Mon, Apr 07, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop

FREE English as a Second Language Class

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.

Studio Workshop: Cricut Demonstration

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

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

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.

Lawyer in the Library: Wills & Trusts - Study Room C

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!

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

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

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

This parent-and-child story time gives you and your little one the ultimate "together-time!" Enjoy a fun-filled opportunity to connect, explore, and bond while sharing the magic of stories!

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.

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

Bring your own knitting, crochet, or needlepoint projects to work on at the Library. Enjoy crafting with new friends in a relaxed, welcoming environment. All levels welcome!

This event is full

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

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

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

In the Middle Book Club at Home! - (grades 6-8)

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

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

Tai Chi 101 - Virtual - Zoom

Wed, Apr 09, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop

FREE English as a Second Language Class

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!

Wednesday Morning Book Club - Hybrid

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.

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

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.

Intermediate PowerPoint - Virtual - Zoom

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.

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.

Speculative Fiction Book Club

Wed, Apr 09, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Bookmobile Stop

The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.

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

Fractured Fairy Tales: Jack & the Beanstalk - (grades K-3)

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

Little Sprouts

Thu, Apr 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at Butterfield School, 1382 W. Lake St., Libertyville

Little Sprouts

Thu, Apr 10, 1:15pm - 2:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at Butterfield School, 1382 W. Lake St., Libertyville

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.

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

Friday Morning Book Club

Fri, Apr 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room

Join us to discuss HELLO BEAUTIFUL by Ann Napolitano. For a copy of the book, contact Amy Becker-Perez at aperez@cooklib.org. DROP IN

Fri, Apr 11, 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.

Sat, Apr 12, 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.

Cherry Blossoms in Bloom: A Watercolor Workshop - FULL

Sat, Apr 12, 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.

Sat, Apr 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Mixed media artist Jennifer Evans from Periwinkle Art Studio teaches how to paint vibrant cherry blossoms using layered watercolors and delicate details. Materials fee: $4.

This event is full

Cherry Blossoms in Bloom: A Watercolor Workshop

Sat, Apr 12, 1:15pm - 2:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at Deepwoods Apartments Walnut St. & Lake St. in Mundelein.

Sat, Apr 12, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Join mixed media artist Jennifer Evans from Periwinkle Art Studio to paint vibrant cherry blossoms! Use layered watercolors and delicate details on heavyweight paper. Materials fee: $4.

Sat, Apr 12, 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.

Sat, Apr 12, 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.

Sat, Apr 12, 2:25pm - 3:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at Lakeside Village Apartments, 313 So. Hickory, Mundelein.

Sat, Apr 12, 3:15pm - 4:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at 900 Orchard St. in Mundelein

Talk With A Trustee

Sun, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Foyer

DROP IN

Talk With a Trustee

Sun, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Foyer

DROP IN

Great Decisions - FULL

Sun, Apr 13, 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

Rock 'n' Roll Revival: Classic Hits of the '60s

Mon, Apr 14, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room,The Workshop

FREE English as a Second Language Class

Mon, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Libertyville Civic Center - 135 W Church St, Libertyville, IL 60048

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of '60s rock and pop classics from The Beatles, Roy Orbison, Ricky Nelson, Jay & the Americans, and more!

Studio Workshop: VHS Video Conversion

Mon, Apr 14, 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 E.

Mon, Apr 14, 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 Monday, March 31 2025 at 7:00pm

Tue, Apr 15, 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!

Family Story Time @ Aspen Drive - (birth-age 5 w/adult)

Tue, Apr 15, 9:00am - 12:15pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room

FREE English as a Second Language Class held in conjunction with Mundelein High School.

Tue, Apr 15, 10:00am - 10:45am

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Children's Flex Space

This parent-and-child story time gives you and your little one the ultimate "together-time!" Enjoy a fun-filled opportunity to connect, explore, and bond while sharing the magic of stories!

English Conversation Café

Tue, Apr 15, 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.

Interview with confidence: Preparation to follow-up - Virtual - Zoom

Tue, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Off-Site

Elevate your interview skills! You'll learn how to effectively prepare for interviews and discover best practices that will help you stand out as a candidate.

PALS (Play & Live Stronger - Anna Swain)

Tue, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at 600 Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills

Page Turners Book Club - (grades 4-5)

Tue, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Join other fun kids to talk about fabulous books! REGISTRATION OPENS SATURDAY 03/15 AT 4 PM

Rescheduled

Information Literacy for the News

Tue, Apr 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

New date Thursday, April 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville

Learn how to spot bias when reading the news using tools from AllSides Media in this non-partisan program. Laptops will be provided.

Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club - Hybrid

Tue, Apr 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

New venue Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop,Virtual Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss the award-winning CHAIN-GANG ALL-STARS by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah.