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Genealogy Networking Group

virtual program
2021-05-06 19:00:00 2021-05-06 20:30:00 America/Chicago Genealogy Networking Group Share your genealogy brick walls and successes and learn a few tips along the way. All levels of genealogists welcome. We learn from each other.  Off-Site -

Thursday, May 06
7:00pm - 8:30pm

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Share your genealogy brick walls and successes and learn a few tips along the way. All levels of genealogists welcome. We learn from each other. 

This program will use Zoom. 


After registering you will receive a confirmation email with the meeting information.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Genealogy |

TAGS: | Virtual |

Off-Site
Phone: (847)362-2330
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Computer Basics Lab
Fri, Aug 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
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Movie Matinee
Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join us for screenings of popular and award-winning films! For movie titles and ratings, call the Library or pick up a flyer at either location. May bring your own food and covered drink. Drop in.
Social Services Consultations
Fri, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Meet with a social worker to get connected with resources ranging from finding housing, food assistance, and mental health services. Visits are on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Nonfiction Book Club - Hybrid
Fri, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Join us to discuss THE SERVICEBERRY by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Anyone who has read the book is welcome to drop in; please contact bookdiscussion@cooklib.org for the Zoom link. DROP IN
Storybook Snacks - (grades 4-5)
Fri, Aug 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Join us for a fun-filled session where we'll read a book together and put our cooking skills to the test by making a delicious snack inspired by the story! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 06/07 AT 4 PM
Registration is now closed
Family Maker @ the Library! Blast Off Cup Rockets Session 1 - (family)
Sun, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Make an amazing flying rocket out of cups and rubber bands! We'll provide all the supplies; you provide the fun! REGISTRATION OPENS THURSDAY 07/09 AT 4 PM
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Great Decisions
Sun, Aug 09, 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
Family Maker @ the Library! Blast Off Cup Rockets Session 2 - (family)
Sun, Aug 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Make an amazing flying rocket out of cups and rubber bands! We'll provide all the supplies; you provide the fun! REGISTRATION OPENS THURSDAY 07/09 AT 4 PM
Afternoon Concert: Let's Face the Music & Dance
Mon, Aug 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Libertyville Civiic Center 135 W Church St. Libertyville, IL
Jazz vocalist Petra van Nuis returns with toe-tapping, dance-themed songs. Rounding out the ensemble are former Count Basie saxophonist Eric Schneider and the ever-swinging Dennis Luxion at the piano!
STEAM creations - Sand Art - (grades 2-5)
Mon, Aug 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Have fun trying to make crafts and build other cool structures. REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY 07/10 AT 4 PM
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Autism Social Meetup
Mon, Aug 10, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Connect, share experiences, and make friends in a relaxed, supportive space for adults 18+ with a level 1 Autism diagnosis.
Studio Workshop: Photo and Image Conversion
Mon, Aug 10, 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.
KinderCare-Creekside
Tue, Aug 11, 9:30am - 10:20am
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at KinderCare 451 Creekside in Vernon Hills.
Sewing Basics: Zippered Pouch
Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
Learn sewing basics while creating a simple zippered pouch that can be used to store pencils, cosmetics, or whatever you'd like. A fun, beginner-friendly project to build confidence and skills.
This event is full
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English Conversation Cafe
Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Come practice and improve your English in a friendly and supportive group.
English Conversation Cafe
Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Conference Room
Come practice and improve your English in a friendly and supportive group.
Ready, Set...Kindergarten! - (entering K)
Tue, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Celebrate starting Kindergarten with this fun program! REGISTRATION OPENS SATURDAY 07/11 AT 4 PM
VHS Club - From Justin to Kelly
Tue, Aug 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join our nostalgic club for pizza, pop, and unique VHS viewings. Discussion will follow after the tradition of tape rewinding.
Studio Workshop: How to Set Up A Recording Session
Tue, Aug 11, 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.
Wednesday Morning Book Club
Wed, Aug 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Join us to discuss WE BEGIN AT THE END by Chris Whitaker. For a copy of the book and the Zoom link, contact Andrea Larson at alarson@cooklib.org. DROP IN
Lambs Farm
Wed, Aug 12, 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: J.M.W. Turner - (grades K-5)
Wed, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
Learn about artist J.M.W. Turner and his style of art. Create and take home your own watercolor piece! REGISTRATION OPENS SUNDAY 07/12 AT 4 PM
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Court of Spruce
Wed, Aug 12, 5:15pm - 5:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
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Pebbleshire Apartments
Wed, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Bookmobile Stop
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Books, Snacks & Chat - (grades 6-8)
Wed, Aug 12, 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 05/14 AT 4 PM
Registration is now closed
The Bee Gees, Saturday Night Fever & Disco Music
Wed, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
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The Park Butterfield
Wed, Aug 12, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.
Studio Workshop: Cricut Demonstration
Wed, Aug 12, 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.
The Library @ the Libertyville Farmers Market
Thu, Aug 13, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Libertyville Farmers Market - Cook Park
Stop by the Lucy Booth for on-the-spot book recommendations and the latest Library news, weather permitting.
Baby & Me Playgroup - (birth-12 months w/ caregiver)
Thu, Aug 13, 9:15am - 10:15am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room B
A welcoming space where caregivers and babies can connect, share experiences, and enjoy time with other caregivers. REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY 07/13 AT 4 PM
Meet American Girl of 2026 Raquel Reyes - (grades 2-5)
Thu, Aug 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
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Linked Across Oceans: Chain Migration - Hybrid
Thu, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Many times, immigrants were connected to others who were already in the U.S., like family and friends. Often called chain migration, this common pattern can help you learn more about your ancestors.
Cook Writers' Critique Group - Virtual - Zoom
Thu, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off-Site
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Library Trivia Night
Thu, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Put your knowledge to the test at Library Trivia Night!
Cancelled
Studio Workshop: VHS Video Conversion
Thu, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
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Friday Morning Book Club
Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
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Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
Visit our weekly lab to learn computer basics or spend time practicing with the guidance of our staff. DROP IN
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Fri, Aug 14, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join us for screenings of popular and award-winning films! For movie titles and ratings, call the Library or pick up a flyer at either location. May bring your own food and covered drink. Drop in.
Middle School After-Hours Games - (grades 6-8)
Fri, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
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This event is full
Intro to Improv With For Youth By Youth Theatre - (grades 4-8)
Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
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Playdough Palooza - (ages 3+ w/ caregiver)
Sun, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
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English Language Learners Book Club - Hybrid
Mon, Aug 17, 10:00am - 11:30am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Meet others and enhance your English skills by reading and discussing a book together. For more information and to register, email nthebarge@cooklib.org.
LEGO Club - (grades K-5)
Mon, Aug 17, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
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Cinema Club - David Byrne's American Utopia
Mon, Aug 17, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
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Studio Workshop: Audio Cassette Conversion
Mon, Aug 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.
Cancelled
English Conversation Cafe
Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Come practice and improve your English in a friendly and supportive group.
English Conversation Cafe
Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Conference Room
Come practice and improve your English in a friendly and supportive group.
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Tue, Aug 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
New date Tuesday, August 25, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
The regular meeting of the trustees of the Cook Memorial Public Library District.
Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club - Hybrid
Tue, Aug 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop,Virtual Meeting Room
Join us to discuss THE STARDUST GRAIL by Yume Kitasei. Anyone who has read the book is welcome to drop in; please contact bookdiscussion@cooklib.org for the Zoom link. DROP IN?
Studio Workshop: Vinyl Record Conversion
Tue, Aug 18, 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.
Bad Art: Watercolor Gone Wrong
Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
This is not a class; it's chaos with paint! Make the worst watercolor ever, laugh a lot, and let loose. No skills, no rules, no pressure ? just messy fun and wildly bad art encouraged!
Lambs Farm
Wed, Aug 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops in front of the Stone Apts. at Lambs Farm at 14245 Rockland Rd. in Libertyville.
Court of Spruce
Wed, Aug 19, 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, Aug 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.
AI Assistants for Beginners
Wed, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
In this interactive class we will explore ChatGPT, Claude, and Copilot. Learn what they can (and can't) do, and how to use prompts to get useful, creative results.
This event is full
The Park Butterfield
Wed, Aug 19, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.
Studio Workshop: VHS Video Conversion
Wed, Aug 19, 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.
The Library @ the Libertyville Farmers Market
Thu, Aug 20, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Libertyville Farmers Market - Cook Park
Stop by the Lucy Booth for on-the-spot book recommendations and the latest Library news, weather permitting.
ESL Class Registration
Thu, Aug 20, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
REGISTRATION for English as a Second Language (ESL) classes.
Toddlers @ the Library! - (13-35 mos w/ caregiver)
Thu, Aug 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Celebrate and support your toddler's physical growth and development at this special program for toddlers and their favorite grown-ups. REGISTRATION OPENS WEDNESDAY 07/20 AT 4 PM
Sound Bath Meditation: Rejuvenate & Refresh
Thu, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New venue 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
Listening to My Ancestors: What I Learned about U.S. History - Hybrid
Thu, Aug 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Our ancestors can teach us a lot about the past if we listen closely to their stories. 'We the People' have a diverse cultural heritage that has enriched our shared history. Share what you've learned.
Cancelled
Studio Workshop: Photo and Image Conversion
Thu, Aug 20, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
This 30-minute workshop covers scanning photos, 35 mm slides and negatives, and converting them to digital photos.
Computer Basics Lab
Fri, Aug 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
Visit our weekly lab to learn computer basics or spend time practicing with the guidance of our staff. DROP IN
Rescheduled
Bad Art: Watercolor Gone Wrong
Fri, Aug 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New date Wednesday, August 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
This is not a class; it's chaos with paint! Make the worst watercolor ever, laugh a lot, and let loose. No skills, no rules, no pressure ? just messy fun and wildly bad art encouraged!
Movie Matinee
Fri, Aug 21, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join us for screenings of popular and award-winning films! For movie titles and ratings, call the Library or pick up a flyer at either location. May bring your own food and covered drink. Drop in.
Locked in the Library: Beach Days - (grades 4-5)
Fri, Aug 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Put your puzzling skills to the test with an escape room game - work with others to put clues together, solve riddles, and escape! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 07/21 AT 4 PM
Saturday Morning Stories: Happy Birthday! - (birth-age 5 w/ adult)
Sat, Aug 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Children's Flex Space
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
ESL Class Registration
Mon, Aug 24, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
REGISTRATION for English as a Second Language (ESL) classes.
Baby Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-12 mos w/ adult)
Mon, Aug 24, 9:30am - 10:15am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Children's Area
Baby brains are wired for learning. Wiggle, bounce, and rhyme your way through Baby Story time -- a lapsit program designed to support your infant's development.
Agatha Mystery Book Club - Hybrid
Mon, Aug 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Join us to discuss THE QUEENS OF CRIME by Marie Benedict. Anyone who has read the book is welcome to drop in; please contact bookdiscussion@cooklib.org for the Zoom link.
Route 66: From Chicago to St. Louis
Mon, Aug 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
John Kokoris presents the history of Route 66 during its 100th anniversary.
Studio Workshop: How to Set Up A Recording Session
Mon, Aug 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.
Registration opens Monday, August 10 2026 at 7:00pm
Cancelled
English Conversation Cafe
Tue, Aug 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Come practice and improve your English in a friendly and supportive group.
English Conversation Cafe
Tue, Aug 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Conference Room
Come practice and improve your English in a friendly and supportive group.
Library Board Meeting
Tue, Aug 25, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
The regular meeting of the trustees of the Cook Memorial Public Library District.
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Aug 25, 6:45pm - 7:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 08/11 AT 4 PM
Registration opens Tuesday, August 11 2026 at 4:00pm
Shelftalkers Roundtable - Hybrid
Tue, Aug 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room,Virtual Meeting Room
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Studio Workshop: Cricut Demonstration
Tue, Aug 25, 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, August 11 2026 at 7:00pm
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Aug 25, 7:05pm - 7:20pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 08/11 AT 4 PM
Registration opens Tuesday, August 11 2026 at 4:00pm
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Aug 25, 7:25pm - 7:40pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 08/11 AT 4 PM
Registration opens Tuesday, August 11 2026 at 4:00pm
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Aug 25, 7:45pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 08/11 AT 4 PM
Registration opens Tuesday, August 25 2026 at 4:00pm
Baby Story Time @ Aspen - (birth-12 mos w/ adult)
Wed, Aug 26, 9:30am - 10:15am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Children's Flex Space
Wiggle, bounce, and rhyme your way through Baby Story time -- a lapsit program designed to support your infant's development.
Dos & Don'ts of Selling Your Life Insurance
Wed, Aug 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Learn more about the worth of your life insurance policy, why you may consider selling it, and the review process. Presented by Izzy Paluch, RIJ Life.
Lambs Farm
Wed, Aug 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops in front of the Stone Apts. at Lambs Farm at 14245 Rockland Rd. in Libertyville.
Court of Spruce
Wed, Aug 26, 5:15pm - 5:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at Court of Spruce near the curve by Court of Birch in Vernon Hills.
Pebbleshire Apartments
Wed, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Bookmobile Stop
The Bookmobile will stop in the east parking lot of Pebbleshire Apartments on the corner of Cherry Valley and Lakeside in Vernon Hills.
The Park Butterfield
Wed, Aug 26, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.
Wednesday Evening Book Club - Hybrid
Wed, Aug 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Join us to discuss THE WOMEN by Kristin Hannah. Anyone who has read the book is welcome to drop in; please contact bookdiscussion@cooklib.org for the Zoom link. DROP IN
Studio Workshop: Photo and Image Conversion
Wed, Aug 26, 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, August 12 2026 at 7:00pm
The Library @ the Libertyville Farmers Market
Thu, Aug 27, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Libertyville Farmers Market - Cook Park
Stop by the Lucy Booth for on-the-spot book recommendations and the latest Library news, weather permitting.
Nintendo Club: Player's Choice - (grades 2-5)
Thu, Aug 27, 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 MONDAY 07/27 AT 4 PM
iPhone & iPad Basics
Thu, Aug 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Get started with your iPhone and iPad! Learn about button functions, using apps, and personalizing your device.
This event is full
Studio Workshop: Audio Cassette Conversion
Thu, Aug 27, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Digital Studio 2
This 30-minute workshop shows you how to digitize audio cassette tapes into digital mp3 files using our TEAC AD-800 machine.
Registration opens Thursday, August 13 2026 at 7:00pm
Computer Basics Lab
Fri, Aug 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
Visit our weekly lab to learn computer basics or spend time practicing with the guidance of our staff. DROP IN
Movie Matinee
Fri, Aug 28, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join us for screenings of popular and award-winning films! For movie titles and ratings, call the Library or pick up a flyer at either location. May bring your own food and covered drink. Drop in.
Fact & Fiction Investigators: Jellies - (grades K-3)
Fri, Aug 28, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
We will read two books related to our topic and explore the differences between fiction and nonfiction. Create a craft to take home. REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 07/28 AT 4 PM
Family Maker @ Home! Flextangle - (family)
Sat, Aug 29, All day
Off-Site
We'll provide all the supplies to have some family fun to go! No registration required; kits available while supplies last.
Puzzle Mania - (grades 2+ w/ family)
Sun, Aug 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Race against other families to be the first to finish a 300-piece jigsaw puzzle! REGISTRATION OPENS THURSDAY 07/30 AT 4 PM
Baby Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-12 mos w/ adult)
Mon, Aug 31, 9:30am - 10:15am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Children's Area
Baby brains are wired for learning. Wiggle, bounce, and rhyme your way through Baby Story time -- a lapsit program designed to support your infant's development.
English Language Learners Book Club - Hybrid
Mon, Aug 31, 10:00am - 11:30am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Meet others and enhance your English skills by reading and discussing a book together. For more information and to register, email nthebarge@cooklib.org.
Studio Workshop: Vinyl Record Conversion
Mon, Aug 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, August 17 2026 at 7:00pm
Baby Story Time @ Aspen - (birth-12 mos w/ adult)
Wed, Sep 02, 9:30am - 10:15am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Children's Flex Space
Wiggle, bounce, and rhyme your way through Baby Story time -- a lapsit program designed to support your infant's development.
DAR Genealogy Workshop
Wed, Sep 02, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
DROP IN
Movie Matinee
Fri, Sep 04, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join us for screenings of popular and award-winning films! For movie titles and ratings, call the Library or pick up a flyer at either location. May bring your own food and covered drink. Drop in.
Social Services Consultations
Fri, Sep 04, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Meet with a social worker to get connected with resources ranging from finding housing, food assistance, and mental health services. Visits are on a first-come, first-serve basis in Study Room E.
Cuentacuentos en Español: Amigos - (para edades 0-5 con un adulto)
Sat, Sep 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Children's Flex Space
Cuentacuentos en español es una experiencia inmersiva para familias que hablan español o que quieren que sus niños estén expuestos a una nueva lengua. No es necesario registrarse.
Spanish Story Time: Friends - (birth-age 5 w/ adult)
Sat, Sep 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Spanish Story Time is an immersive experience for families that speak Spanish or want their children exposed to a new language.
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