MiniCon 2025

Outdoor Story Time @ Farmers Market - (birth-age 5 w/adult)

Thu, Jun 26, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Libertyville Farmers Market - Cook Park

Stop by for on-the-spot book recommendations, the latest Library news, and an engaging outdoor story time.

Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 10:15am

Off-Site - offsite

Take a break from shopping and join us for a 15-minute story stop at the Farmer's Market! DROP IN

Science Explorers: Ocean Pollution - (grades 2-3)

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Discover how the ocean is affected by pollution through books and hands-on experiments. REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY 05/26 AT 4 PM

Registration is now closed

Nintendo Club: Super Smash Bros. - (grades 2-5)

Thu, Jun 26, 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 MONDAY 05/26 AT 4 PM

Registration is now closed

Video Editing - Virtual - Zoom

Thu, Jun 26, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Off-Site

Using the free version of Clipchamp, learn how to easily and quickly edit your digital videos. The class will review video editing tools, common commands, and AI features available in Windows 11.

Studio Workshop: How to Set Up A Recording Session

Thu, Jun 26, 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 is now closed

Family Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-age 5 w/adult)

Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 10:45am

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Children's Area

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!

Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop

Visit our weekly lab to learn computer basics, from using a computer mouse to basic computer safety. DROP IN

Hello Summer! FULL - (grades K-1)

Fri, Jun 27, 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, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Summer days are here again. Let's walk in the park then make a wreath and flower crown. Bring your favorite stuffed animal or doll for afternoon tea. REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 05/27 at 4 PM.

Registration is now closed

Genealogy After Hours

Fri, Jun 27, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Foyer,Lower Level Collections Area

Enjoy researching your family history after the Library closes.

This event is full

Passport Service: Renew or Apply

Sat, Jun 28, 9:00am - 1:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

The Lake County Circuit Clerk passport acceptance team will process passport applications, including taking photos! First come, first served, no appointments. DROP IN

Sat, Jun 28, 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, Jun 28, 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.

Crochet Your Perfect Summer Bag: A Two-Part Project - FULL

Sat, Jun 28, 9:30am - 11:00am

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop

Are you or someone you know starting the journey to naturalization? Mano a Mano Family Resource Center provides expert support to guide you through the process. Registration closed.

Sat, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop

Create your own granny square summer bag! Bring three to four colors of medium-weight size 4 yarn and a 5mm hook. Attending both sessions is required to complete the bag. Best for advanced beginners.

This event is full

Sat, Jun 28, 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.

Baby Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-12 mos w/adult)

Sat, Jun 28, 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.

Mon, Jun 30, 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.

Tech Topics Discussion Group: AI-Generated Art

Mon, Jun 30, 9:30am - 10:30am

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Grab a cup of coffee and participate in a thoughtful discussion on artificial intelligence in the art world. Articles to be discussed will be emailed to registrants ahead of time.

Cancelled

LEGO Club FULL - (grades K-5)

Mon, Jun 30, 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, Jun 30, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Bring your imagination and building talents, and have a creatively good time with our LEGO collection. REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY 05/30 AT 4 PM

This event is full

Studio Workshop: Cricut Demonstration

Mon, Jun 30, 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.

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

Tue, Jul 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!

Windows 11 - Virtual - Zoom

Tue, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Off-Site

Learn how to navigate Microsoft's Windows 11 operating system. Review security settings, personalization, file directories, built-in apps, and much more!

Aspen Drive Book Club

Tue, Jul 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Join us to discuss ABSOLUTION by Alice McDermott. DROP IN

Artist Spotlight: Paul Klee WAITLIST AVAILABLE - (grades K-5)

Wed, Jul 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.

DAR Genealogy Workshop

Wed, Jul 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.

Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Learn about artist Paul Klee and his style of art. Re-create his famous cat art piece to take home! REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY 06/02 AT 4 PM

This event is full

Wed, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops in front of the Stone Apts. at Lambs Farm at 14245 Rockland Rd. in Libertyville.

Wed, Jul 02, 5:15pm - 5:45pm

Bookmobile Stop

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

Online Garage Sale - Virtual - Zoom

Wed, Jul 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.

High School Book Club

Wed, Jul 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Join us to discuss STAR SPLITTER by Matthew J. Kirby. REGISTER for a free copy of the book (limited to first 10), or contact Leah at lhotchkiss@cooklib.org

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

Off-Site

Learn how to sell your unwanted items quickly online! We'll go over how to post items for sale, shipping, local pickup, payments, and general tips and tricks.

Studio Workshop: Photo and Image Conversion

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

Bookmobile Stop

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

Wed, Jul 02, 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.

Outdoor Story Time @ Farmers Market - (birth-age 5 w/adult)

Thu, Jul 03, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Libertyville Farmers Market - Cook Park

Stop by for on-the-spot book recommendations, the latest Library news, and an engaging outdoor story time.

Thu, Jul 03, 10:00am - 10:15am

Off-Site - offsite

Take a break from shopping and join us for a 15-minute story stop at the Farmer's Market! DROP IN

Science Explorers: Bubbles - (grades 2-3)

Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Let's explore the science behind bubbles and test various bubble solutions to see which works best! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 060/3 AT 4 PM

Genealogy Networking Group - Hybrid

Thu, Jul 03, 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.

Cancelled

Studio Workshop: Vinyl Record Conversion

Thu, Jul 03, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills

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.

CLOSED FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY - All Day

Fri, Jul 04, All day

Off-Site

Both Library buildings will be closed for Independence Day

Vernon Hills Parade

Fri, Jul 04, 8:30am - 11:00am

Bookmobile Stop

We'll be walking in the parade handing out candy! Show your Library pride and cheer on your favorite library staff members and the Bookmobile.

Vernon Hills 4th of July Parade

Fri, Jul 04, 9:00am - 11:00am

We'll be walking in the parade handing out candy! Show your Library pride and cheer on your favorite library staff members and the Bookmobile.

Cancelled

Family Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-age 5 w/adult)

Fri, Jul 04, 10:00am - 10:45am

Cook Park Library, Libertyville

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!

Sat, Jul 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.

Sat, Jul 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, Jul 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.

Baby Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-12 mos w/adult)

Sat, Jul 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.

Mon, Jul 07, 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.

The Scoop Squad FULL - (grades K-1)

Mon, Jul 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.

Mon, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Join us for a fun event celebrating ICE CREAM! REGISTRATION OPENS SATURDAY 06/07 AT 4 PM.

This event is full

Decorative Soap Bars

Mon, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop

Choose a sent and let's make pretty soap! Materials are provided. Registration opens Friday, June 6 at 9 am.

This event is full

Classics Book Club - Hybrid

Mon, Jul 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Join us as we discuss WALDEN AND CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE by Henry David Thoreau. for a copy of the book, please contact Mary Tompson at mtompson@cooklib.org. DROP IN

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

Mon, Jul 07, 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.

Tue, Jul 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!

Coffee & Community

Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Enjoy a cup of coffee, meet your neighbors, and talk. Board games will also be available. DROP IN.

Magic by Randy - (family)

Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Don't miss this fun-filled magical show! Child(ren) must be accompanied by an adult. REGISTRATION OPENS SUNDAY 06/08 AT 4 PM

This event is full

Decorative Soap Bars

Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Choose a sent and let's make pretty soap! Materials are provided. Registration opens Friday, June 6 at 9 am.

This event is full

Studio Workshop: Vinyl Record Conversion

Tue, Jul 08, 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.

One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE - Study Room A

Wed, Jul 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, Jul 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.

Wednesday Morning Book Club - Hybrid

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Join us to discuss THE BERRY PICKERS by Amanda Peters. 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, Jul 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, Jul 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.

Edible Landscapes - Virtual - Zoom

Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Off-Site

Fruits, trees, vegetables, herbs, and edible flowers can be just as attractive as ornamental ones. Learn how to eat your yard by creating a tasteful home landscape using edible plants.

Database Pop-up: Weiss Financial

Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Foyer

Struggling to choose the right bank, insurance company, or investment? Weiss Financial Ratings can help!

High School Writing Workshop

Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops in front of the Stone Apts. at Lambs Farm at 14245 Rockland Rd. in Libertyville.

Wed, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Working on a college essay, personal statement, or summer AP assignment? Need a quiet place to write? Get personalized feedback and proofreading help from Library staff!

Wed, Jul 09, 5:15pm - 5:45pm

Bookmobile Stop

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

Bike Safety with the Vernon Hills Police and Fire Department - (grades 4-5)

Wed, Jul 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, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Bring your bikes and helmets and join us to learn how to stay safe while having fun this summer. Caregivers are invited as well! REGISTRATION IS OPEN

ChatGPT - Virtual - Zoom

Wed, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Off-Site

Learn how to create prompts in ChatGPT to quickly get the information you need, from resume building to language learning to using the image generator.

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

Bookmobile Stop

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

Wed, Jul 09, 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.

Sewing Basics: Master the Essentials - FULL

Thu, Jul 10, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Libertyville Farmers Market - Cook Park

Stop by for on-the-spot book recommendations, the latest Library news, and an engaging outdoor story time.

Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop

Discover the key parts of a sewing machine, tips on choosing fabrics, and essential techniques. This summer, join us and learn to create your own custom drawstring bag! Perfect for beginners.

This event is full

Outdoor Story Time @ Farmers Market - (birth-age 5 w/adult)

Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:15am

Off-Site - offsite

Take a break from shopping and join us for a 15-minute story stop at the Farmer's Market! DROP IN

Sound Bath Meditation: Rejuvenate & Refresh - FULL

Thu, Jul 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Relax and rejuvenate with the healing vibrations of crystal sound bowls. Let the soothing tones calm your mind and body. No experience required, just come ready to unwind and embrace pure tranquility.

This event is full

High School Hang Outs

Thu, Jul 10, 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.

Bluegrass, Blues & Americana with Big Sky Ensemble - Outdoor Concert & Food Truck Series

Thu, Jul 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Enjoy a blend of bluegrass, blues, American roots music, and covers of icons like Bela Fleck, Grateful Dead, and more. Food truck: Julio's Tacos

This event is full

In the Middle Book Club: Roll Call by Molly Knox Ostertag - (grades 6-8)

Thu, Jul 10, 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 OPENS THURSDAY 05/08 AT 4 PM

Studio Workshop: Cricut Demonstration

Thu, Jul 10, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

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 Thursday, June 26 2025 at 7:00pm

Family Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-age 5 w/adult)

Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 10:45am

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Children's Area

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!

Friday Morning Book Club

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

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room

Join us to discuss ARSENIC AND ADOBO by Mia P. Manansala. For a copy of the book, contact Amy Becker-Perez at aperez@cooklib.org. DROP IN

Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop

Visit our weekly lab to learn computer basics, from using a computer mouse to basic computer safety. DROP IN

Betsy Ross Makes a Flag - (grades K-3)

Fri, Jul 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.

Fri, Jul 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Come hear the story of our flag as the stars and stripes wave around Cook Park. Join the party and rally round the flag! REGISTRATION OPENS WEDNESDAY 06/11 AT 4 PM.

Sat, Jul 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.

Sat, Jul 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, Jul 12, 9:30am - 11:00am

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop

Are you or someone you know starting the journey to naturalization? Mano a Mano Family Resource Center provides expert support to guide you through the process. Registration closed.

Sat, Jul 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.

Baby Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-12 mos w/adult)

Sat, Jul 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.

Talk With A Trustee

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

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Foyer

DROP IN

Talk With A Trustee

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

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Foyer

DROP IN

Mon, Jul 14, 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: Doo Wop, Motown & More

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

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

David Mehner relives the magic of the '50s, '60s, and '70s with iconic doo wop, Motown, Frankie Valli, and oldies hits that'll have you singing along!

High School: Gardening Apps & Seed Bombs

Mon, Jul 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, Jul 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop

Discover the best gardening apps to plan and track your plants, then get your hands dirty making seed bombs to grow wildflowers anywhere! Materials provided. Registration opens Friday, June 13.

Nintendo Club: Super Smash Bros - (grades 2-5)

Mon, Jul 14, 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 SATURDAY 06/14 AT 4 PM

Studio Workshop: Photo and Image Conversion

Mon, Jul 14, 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, June 30 2025 at 7:00pm

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

Tue, Jul 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!

American Girl: Kit's Railway Journey - (grades 2-5)

Tue, Jul 15, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

All aboard for a fun railway adventure with Kit Kittredge, an American Girl from the 1930s. Pack a sack lunch to eat on board and meet in Cook Park. REGISTRATION OPENS SUNDAY 06/15 AT 4 PM.

Knife Skills II: Poultry & Seafood Techniques

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

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Chef Susan Maddox returns for an advanced knife skills session focusing on poultry and seafood. Learn essential deboning and various cuts to enhance your culinary expertise.

Library Board Meeting

Tue, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

The regular board meeting for the trustees of the Cook Memorial Public Library District.

Studio Workshop: Cricut Demonstration

Tue, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

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, July 1 2025 at 7:00pm

Wed, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops in front of the Stone Apts. at Lambs Farm at 14245 Rockland Rd. in Libertyville.

Wed, Jul 16, 5:15pm - 5:45pm

Bookmobile Stop

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

Bike Safety with the Vernon Hills Police and Fire Department - (grades 2-3)

Wed, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Bring your bikes and helmets and join us to learn how to stay safe while having fun this summer. Caregivers are invited as well! REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY 06/16 AT 4 PM

Needlework Meetup

Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting 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!

Studio Workshop: How to Set Up A Recording Session

Wed, Jul 16, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Bookmobile Stop

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

Wed, Jul 16, 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, July 2 2025 at 7:00pm

Outdoor Story Time @ Farmers Market - (birth-age 5 w/adult)

Thu, Jul 17, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Libertyville Farmers Market - Cook Park

Stop by for on-the-spot book recommendations, the latest Library news, and an engaging outdoor story time.

Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 10:15am

Off-Site - offsite

Take a break from shopping and join us for a 15-minute story stop at the Farmer's Market! DROP IN

The US Federal Government: Underutilized Research Resources - Hybrid

Thu, Jul 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Did you know that the federal government has more than census and pension records? Find out what other valuable genealogical records they hold from Paula Stuart-Warren, Certified Genealogist®.

Family Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-age 5 w/adult)

Thu, Jul 17, 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 Thursday, July 3 2025 at 7:00pm

Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 10:45am

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Children's Area

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!

Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop

Visit our weekly lab to learn computer basics, from using a computer mouse to basic computer safety. DROP IN

Kit Kittredge: An American Girl Adventure Movie - (Family)

Fri, Jul 18, 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, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Let's watch an American Girl movie about Kit . DROP IN. Recommended for ages 6+

After-Hours Family Fort Night - (family)

Fri, Jul 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Build forts, enjoy snacks, and read books with the whole family. REGISTRATION OPENS WEDNESDAY 06/18 AT 4 PM

Silent Read-In Book Club

Fri, Jul 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills

Join with others to quietly read at the Library. At the end, there will be an opportunity to share with others what you are reading. DROP IN

Family Maker @ Home! Fidget Spinners - (family)

Sat, Jul 19, All day

Off-Site - offsite

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

Sat, Jul 19, 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, Jul 19, 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, Jul 19, 9:30am - 11:00am

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop

Are you or someone you know starting the journey to naturalization? Mano a Mano Family Resource Center provides expert support to guide you through the process. Registration closed.

Sat, Jul 19, 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.

Laughter Yoga: Unlock Joy, Health & Happiness

Sat, Jul 19, 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.

Cancelled

Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills

Experience the joy of laughing yoga through playful exercises, breathing, and affirmations. Chairs available for those who prefer not to sit on the floor. Bring your own mat or towel.

Chess Club - (grades 2-5)

Sat, Jul 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Learn the basics of chess and play against others. Players of any skill level welcome! REGISTRATION OPENS THURSDAY 06/19 AT 4 PM

Family Maker @ the Library! LED Plushies (session 1) - (family)

Sun, Jul 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Make a plushie that lights up! We'll provide all the supplies, you provide the family fun! Please note: there are two identical sessions. Register for one only. REGISTRATION OPENS SUNDAY 6/22 AT 4 PM

Family Maker @ the Library! LED Plushies (session 2) - (family)

Sun, Jul 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills

Make a plushie that lights up! We'll provide all the supplies, you provide the family fun! Please note: there are two identical sessions. Register for one only. REGISTRATION OPENS SUNDAY 6/22 AT 4 PM

Baby Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-12 mos w/adult)

Mon, Jul 21, 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.

Pokémon Club - (grades K-8)

Mon, Jul 21, 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, Jul 21, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Battle it out with your cards and go head-to-head in epic battles. Bring your best deck and cards to trade. REGISTRATION OPENS SATURDAY 06/21 AT 4 PM

Cinema Club - Police Story

Mon, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 9:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Monthly film screening and discussion. DROP IN

Studio Workshop: Audio Cassette Conversion

Mon, Jul 21, 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, July 7 2025 at 7:00pm

KinderCare-Creekside

Tue, Jul 22, 9:30am - 10:15am

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops at KinderCare 451 Creekside in Vernon Hills.

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

Tue, Jul 22, 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!

Tie-Dye Extravaganza - (grades 6-8)

Tue, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Bring your own materials to tie-dye and learn new techniques! We'll provide all dye, instructions, and bags to take home. REGISTRATION OPENS SUNDAY 06/22 AT 4 PM

Effective Stress Coping Strategies

Tue, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Licensed mental health therapist Maria Rocha Barrera shares powerful coping strategies to manage stress, regain control, and feel better about yourself during busy times.

Shelftalkers Roundtable - Hybrid

Tue, Jul 22, 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

Tue, Jul 22, 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, July 8 2025 at 7:00pm

Database Pop-up: Weiss Financial

Wed, Jul 23, 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, Jul 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Foyer

Struggling to choose the right bank, insurance company, or investment? Weiss Financial Ratings can help!

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

Wed, Jul 23, 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, Jul 23, 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.

Financial Education Tools & Resources

Wed, Jul 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Learn about valuable financial education tools and resources from Matthew Rizzie of Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU).

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

Wed, Jul 23, 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.

DIY Solar Ovens - (grades 4-5)

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

We will read and discuss the book Iqbal and His Ingenious Idea, and then create our own solar ovens to take home. REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY 06/23 AT 4 PM

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bookmobile Stop

Bookmobile stops in front of the Stone Apts. at Lambs Farm at 14245 Rockland Rd. in Libertyville.

Wed, Jul 23, 5:15pm - 5:45pm

Bookmobile Stop

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

Advanced Microsoft Word - Virtual - Zoom

Wed, Jul 23, 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, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Off-Site

Enhance your word processing skills by learning advanced features, including language settings, formats, columns, sharing documents, and using Word in OneDrive.

Wednesday Evening Book Club - Hybrid

Wed, Jul 23, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Bookmobile Stop

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

Cancelled

Wed, Jul 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville

Join us to discuss YELLOWFACE by R.F. Kuang. For a copy of the book and the Zoom link, contact Marianne Charles at mcharles@cooklib.org. DROP IN

Wednesday Evening Book Club - Hybrid

Wed, Jul 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Join us to discuss YELLOWFACE by R.F. Kuang. For a copy of the book and the Zoom link, contact Marianne Charles at mcharles@cooklib.org. DROP IN

Studio Workshop: Vinyl Record Conversion

Wed, Jul 23, 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, July 9 2025 at 7:00pm

Outdoor Story Time @ Farmers Market - (birth-age 5 w/adult)

Thu, Jul 24, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Libertyville Farmers Market - Cook Park

Stop by for on-the-spot book recommendations, the latest Library news, and an engaging outdoor story time.

Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 10:15am

Off-Site - offsite

Take a break from shopping and join us for a 15-minute story stop at the Farmer's Market! DROP IN

Pigeon Party - (grades K-1)

Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

We'll have lots of fun with The Pigeon, reading some of the books by Mo Willems, as well as playing games and making a craft to take home. REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 06/24 AT 4 PM

High School Hang Outs

Thu, Jul 24, 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.

Neil Diamond: His Life & Music

Thu, Jul 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

Explore Neil Diamond?s rise from Brooklyn to superstardom, hits like ?Sweet Caroline? and ?America,? and his lasting impact on music in this presentation by historian Barry Bradford.

Studio Workshop: Photo and Image Conversion

Thu, Jul 24, 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, July 10 2025 at 7:00pm

Family Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-age 5 w/adult)

Fri, Jul 25, 10:00am - 10:45am

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Children's Area

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!

Fri, Jul 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop

Visit our weekly lab to learn computer basics, from using a computer mouse to basic computer safety. DROP IN

Fri, Jul 25, 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, Jul 26, 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, Jul 26, 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.

Saturday Morning Stories @ Cook: Folklores Galore - (birth-age 5 w/adult)

Sat, Jul 26, 9:30am - 11:00am

Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop

Are you or someone you know starting the journey to naturalization? Mano a Mano Family Resource Center provides expert support to guide you through the process. Registration closed.

Sat, Jul 26, 10:00am - 10:30am

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Children's Area

Start your Saturday off with a smile at our lively and play-based family story time event! Caregivers attend with their child(ren). This event meets one Saturday a month. DROP IN

MiniCon 2025

Sat, Jul 26, 11:00am - 4:00pm

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

Fandoms assemble! Stop by to browse artist booths, play video and tabletop games, learn to draw comics, and more! DROP IN

Baby Hat Knitting with USOA Mrs. Illinois 2025

Sat, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room

USOA Mrs. Illinois, Ashley Sebaaly, teaches us how to knit a baby hat. Perfect for baby showers or donations to a NICU, these cozy hats are a meaningful gift for little ones! Materials provided.

Registration opens Thursday, June 26 2025 at 9:00am

Sat, Jul 26, 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.