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Classic Movie Matinees: MOONSTRUCK

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2022-09-25 13:30:00 2022-09-25 16:00:00 America/Chicago Classic Movie Matinees: MOONSTRUCK Free screenings of classic movies. Moonstruck (PG - 1987 - 1h 42m) Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Sunday, September 25
1:30pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-09-25 13:30:00 2022-09-25 16:00:00 America/Chicago Classic Movie Matinees: MOONSTRUCK Free screenings of classic movies. Moonstruck (PG - 1987 - 1h 42m) Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room

Free screenings of classic movies. Moonstruck (PG - 1987 - 1h 42m)

September film selection: MOONSTRUCK

AGE GROUP: | High School (grades 9-12) | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Movies |

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Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Phone: (847)362-2330
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Mon, Jul 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 16 9:00AM to 9:00PM
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Fri, Jul 18 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 19 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 20 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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The Cook Memorial Public Library District serves communities in northern Lake County, Illinois: Libertyville, Green Oaks, Vernon Hills, Indian Creek, Mettawa, and parts of Mundelein. 

 

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

Upcoming events

Family Story Time @ Cook Park - (birth-age 5 w/adult)
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!
Computer Basics Lab
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
Movie Matinee
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.
Kit Kittredge: An American Girl Adventure Movie - (Family)
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 FULL - (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
Registration is now closed
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.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
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.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
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.
Citizenship Classes
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.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
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.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
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
Laughter Yoga: Unlock Joy, Health & Happiness
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 FULL - (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
Registration is now closed
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
Registration is now closed
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
Registration is now closed
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 FULL - (grades K-8)
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
This event is full
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.
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 WAITLIST AVAILABLE - (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
This event is full
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
Studio Workshop: VHS Video Conversion
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.
Baby Story Time @ Aspen - (birth-12 mos w/adult)
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.
Database Pop-up: Weiss Financial
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.
This event is full
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 FULL - (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
This event is full
Lambs Farm
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.
Court of Spruce
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.
Pebbleshire Apartments
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.
Advanced Microsoft Word - Virtual - Zoom
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.
Register
The Park Butterfield
Wed, Jul 23, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.
Cancelled
Wednesday Evening Book Club - Hybrid
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.
The Library @ the Libertyville Farmers Market
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.
Outdoor Story Time @ Farmers Market - (birth-age 5 w/adult)
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 WAITLIST AVAILABLE - (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
This event is full
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 -FULL
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.
This event is full
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.
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!
Computer Basics Lab
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
Movie Matinee
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.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
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.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
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.
Citizenship Classes
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.
Saturday Morning Stories @ Cook: Folklores Galore - (birth-age 5 w/adult)
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 - FULL
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.
This event is full
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
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.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Jul 26, 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.
Agatha Mystery Book Club - Hybrid
Mon, Jul 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Join us to discuss THE MYSTERY WRITER by Sulari Gentill. For a copy of the book and the Zoom link, contact Erica O'Rourke at eorourke@cooklib.org. DROP IN
Social Services Consultations
Mon, Jul 28, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Meet with an intake specialist to get connected with social services resources. Visits are on a first-come, first-serve basis, located in Study Room E.
LEGO Club FULL - (grades K-5)
Mon, Jul 28, 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 SATURDAY 06/28 AT 4 PM
This event is full
Studio Workshop: How to Set Up A Recording Session
Mon, Jul 28, 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.
Toddlers @ the Library! - (13-35 mos w/adult)
Tue, Jul 29, 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 SUNDAY 06/29 BY 4 PM
Weird and Wacky Taste Testing: Snacks Edition! - (grades 6-8)
Tue, Jul 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Taste new types of deliberately odd and unique snacks. Some you'll love, some you won't, but they'll all be fun! REGISTRATION OPENS SUNDAY 06/29 AT 4 PM
Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint - Virtual - Zoom
Tue, Jul 29, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Off-Site
Learn advanced PowerPoint features, including transitions, sharing, and slideshow settings.
Register
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Jul 29, 6:45pm - 7:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 07/15 AT 4 PM
This event is full
Studio Workshop: Photo and Image Conversion
Tue, Jul 29, 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.
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Jul 29, 7:05pm - 7:20pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 07/15 AT 4 PM
This event is full
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Jul 29, 7:25pm - 7:40pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 07/15 AT 4 PM
This event is full
Paws for Reading! - (grades K-8)
Tue, Jul 29, 7:45pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs are ready for story time! REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 07/15 AT 4 PM
This event is full
Lambs Farm
Wed, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops in front of the Stone Apts. at Lambs Farm at 14245 Rockland Rd. in Libertyville.
Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color - (grades K-5)
Wed, Jul 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join Science Heroes on a mission to turn science into an adventure through hands-on experiments and fun, interactive stories! REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY 06/30 AT 4 PM
This event is full
Court of Spruce
Wed, Jul 30, 5:15pm - 5:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at Court of Spruce near the curve by Court of Birch in Vernon Hills.
Pebbleshire Apartments
Wed, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Bookmobile Stop
The Bookmobile will stop in the east parking lot of Pebbleshire Apartments on the corner of Cherry Valley and Lakeside in Vernon Hills.
The Park Butterfield
Wed, Jul 30, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.
Studio Workshop: Cricut Demonstration
Wed, Jul 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.
The Library @ the Libertyville Farmers Market
Thu, Jul 31, 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.
Outdoor Story Time @ Farmers Market - (birth-age 5 w/adult)
Thu, Jul 31, 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  
Story Stretchers: Dear Zoo - (ages 4-5 w/adult)
Thu, Jul 31, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Come along and stretch your imaginations through stories, hands-on activities, and play with your favorite grown-up! REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY 06/30 AT 4 PM
Gene Kelly: Singin' & Dancin' Through Hollywood
Thu, Jul 31, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Historian Barry Bradford explores Gene Kelly, the American actor, dancer, and director who revolutionized film dance with iconic roles in SINGIN' IN THE RAIN and AN AMERICAN IN PARIS.
Studio Workshop: Audio Cassette Conversion
Thu, Jul 31, 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.
Computer Basics Lab
Fri, Aug 01, 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
Nonfiction Book Club - Hybrid
Fri, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Join us to discuss SPARKS by Ian Johnson. For a copy of the book and the Zoom link, contact Allie at amendelson@cooklib.org. DROP IN
Game On! Player's Choice - (grades 6-8)
Fri, Aug 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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 TUESDAY 07/01 AT 4 PM
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Aug 02, 9:30am - 11:30am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Aug 02, 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.
Citizenship Classes
Sat, Aug 02, 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.
DAR Genealogy Workshop
Sat, Aug 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.
Movie Matinee
Sat, Aug 02, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Free screenings of popular and acclaimed movies. For movie titles and ratings, call the Library, or pick up a flyer at either location.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Aug 02, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Aug 02, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
DIY Summer Coasters
Mon, Aug 04, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
Beat the heat and learn how to make stylish summer coasters, perfect for holding your cold drink after a long day! Materials provided. Registration opens Monday, July 7 at 9 am.
This event is full
Studio Workshop: Vinyl Record Conversion
Mon, Aug 04, 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, July 21 2025 at 7:00pm
Lawyer in the Library: Wills & Trusts
Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Register to meet with licensed local attorney Michael A. Goldberg for an individual, 15-minute session for general guidance and advice only. Location: Study Room C
Register
Lawyer in the Library: Wills,Trusts, Estates & Guardianship
Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Register to meet with licensed local attorney Stella Day for an individual, 15-minute session for general guidance and advice only. Location: Study Room B
Register
Coffee & Community
Tue, Aug 05, 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.
VHPD National Night Out
Tue, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile will be at Hartmann Park on Oakwood Rd/Cherry Valley Rd.. in Vernon Hills.
DIY Summer Coasters
Tue, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Beat the heat and learn how to make stylish summer coasters, perfect for holding your cold drink after a long day! Materials provided. Registration opens Monday, July 7 at 9 am.
This event is full
Aspen Drive Book Club
Tue, Aug 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join us to discuss THE CARETAKER by Ron Rash. Anyone who has read the book is welcome to DROP IN.
Studio Workshop: Audio Cassette Conversion
Tue, Aug 05, 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, July 22 2025 at 7:00pm
Late Summer & Fall Colors in the Garden - Virtual - Zoom
Wed, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off-Site
Late summer and fall gardens often look worn out and tired. Learn how to boost your August-September garden with perennials, ornamental grasses and colorful fall trees and shrubs.
Database Pop-up: HelpNow & JobNow - from Brainfuse
Wed, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Learn how to get live tutoring, practice tests, and study tools with HelpNow. Need career support? JobNow offers resume reviews, job searches, and interview coaching!
Lambs Farm
Wed, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops in front of the Stone Apts. at Lambs Farm at 14245 Rockland Rd. in Libertyville.
Messy Science Stations - (grades 6-8)
Wed, Aug 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Do various unique, messy and chaotic experiments! Build, test, and create with slime, lava lamps, gooey food and more! REGISTRATION OPENS SUNDAY 07/06 AT 4 PM
Court of Spruce
Wed, Aug 06, 5:15pm - 5:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at Court of Spruce near the curve by Court of Birch in Vernon Hills.
Pebbleshire Apartments
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Bookmobile Stop
The Bookmobile will stop in the east parking lot of Pebbleshire Apartments on the corner of Cherry Valley and Lakeside in Vernon Hills.
High School Book Club
Wed, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join us to discuss THE WEIGHT OF BLOOD by Tiffany D. Jackson. REGISTER for a free copy of the book (limited to first 10), or contact Leah at lhotchkiss@cooklib.org
Social Media Basics - Virtual - Zoom
Wed, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Off-Site
Review popular social media apps and websites. Learn how people use the sites, from sharing information to making international phone calls.
Register
The Park Butterfield
Wed, Aug 06, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.
Studio Workshop: VHS Video Conversion
Wed, Aug 06, 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, July 23 2025 at 7:00pm
The Library @ the Libertyville Farmers Market
Thu, Aug 07, 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.
Outdoor Story Time @ Farmers Market - (birth-age 5 w/adult)
Thu, Aug 07, 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, Aug 07, 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, Aug 07, 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.
Nintendo Club: Mario Kart - (grades 2-5)
Thu, Aug 07, 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 07/07 AT 4 PM
Rock, Pop & Country Vibes with Chi-Town Just Cause Band - Outdoor Concert & Food Truck Series
Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Good vibes and great music featuring the best pop, rock, and country hits. Food truck: Cousins Maine Lobster
Genealogy Networking Group - Hybrid
Thu, Aug 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Share genealogy tips and resources with other family history enthusiasts. All levels welcome.
Studio Workshop: How to Set Up A Recording Session
Thu, Aug 07, 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, July 24 2025 at 7:00pm
Friday Morning Book Club
Fri, Aug 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Conference Room
Join us to discuss THE BERRY PICKERS by Amanda Peters. For a copy of the book, contact Amy Becker-Perez at aperez@cooklib.org. DROP IN
Computer Basics Lab
Fri, Aug 08, 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
Movie Matinee
Fri, Aug 08, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Free screenings of popular and acclaimed movies. For movie titles and ratings, call the Library, or pick up a flyer at either location.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Aug 09, 9:30am - 11:30am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Aug 09, 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.
Citizenship Classes
Sat, Aug 09, 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.
Repair Fair: Bring It, Fix It, Save It!
Sat, Aug 09, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Bring your broken items and let our volunteers work their magic! Limit two items per participant. Check back for an updated vendor list. DROP IN
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Aug 09, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Aug 09, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
T-Rexplorers - (family)
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Be a paleontologist for a day! Join T-Rexplorers as we discover and examine dinosaur bones and fossils! Child(ren) must be accompanied by an adult. REGISTRATION OPENS WEDNESDAY 07/09 AT 4 PM
Great Decisions - FULL
Sun, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join us the 2nd Sunday of each month February through November (skipping June and July) for the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions Discussion.
Registration is now closed
Afternoon Concert: Always Young
Mon, Aug 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Libertyville Senior Center - 135 W Church St, Libertyville, IL 60048
Join us for an afternoon of hits from the '50s and '60s, Broadway favorites, Latin music, patriotic tunes, and classic country songs. Something for everyone to enjoy!
Social Services Consultations
Mon, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Meet with an intake specialist to get connected with social services resources. Visits are on a first-come, first-serve basis, located in Study Room E.
Ready, Set...Kindergarten! WAITLIST AVAILABLE - (entering grade K)
Mon, Aug 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Get ready for Kindergarten with this fun program! REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY 07/11 AT 4 PM
This event is full
Paczki & Pictures: Movie Screening
Mon, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Join us for a special movie screening of Academy Award-winning director Pawel Pawlikowski's feature film, Last Resort. Paczki and refreshments will be provided at 6pm.The movie starts at 6:30pm.
Studio Workshop: Cricut Demonstration
Mon, Aug 11, 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, July 28 2025 at 7:00pm
Digital Marketing Strategies - Virtual - Zoom
Tue, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Off-Site
Beyond selling on eBay, we'll review simple digital marketing strategies from leveraging social media to developing an online plan.
Register
Acrylic Painting with Teaching Artist Susie Speck
Tue, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Follow Susie step-by-step in creating a beautiful acrylic painting. A $7 materials fee is due at the beginning of class. Cash only.
This event is full
Studio Workshop: How to Set Up A Recording Session
Tue, Aug 12, 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, July 29 2025 at 7:00pm
One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE - Study Room A
Wed, Aug 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Meet with Art Noparstak, a certified business mentor from SCORE, to get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, and implementing a marketing strategy.
Wednesday Morning Book Club - Hybrid
Wed, Aug 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Join us to discuss THE WAGER by David Grann. 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, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Meet with Art Noparstak, a certified business mentor from SCORE, to get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, and implementing a marketing strategy.
One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE - Study Room A
Wed, Aug 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Meet with Art Noparstak, a certified business mentor from SCORE, to get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, and implementing a marketing strategy.
Lambs Farm
Wed, Aug 13, 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 13, 5:15pm - 5:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
Bookmobile stops at Court of Spruce near the curve by Court of Birch in Vernon Hills.
Pebbleshire Apartments
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Bookmobile Stop
The Bookmobile will stop in the east parking lot of Pebbleshire Apartments on the corner of Cherry Valley and Lakeside in Vernon Hills.
The Park Butterfield
Wed, Aug 13, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Bookmobile Stop
The bookmobile stops at The Park Butterfield 2200 Butterfield Rd. Mundelein.
iPhone Basics
Wed, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - The Workshop
Get started with your iPhone! Learn about button functions, using apps, and personalizing your phone.
Studio Workshop: Photo and Image Conversion
Wed, Aug 13, 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, July 30 2025 at 7:00pm
The Library @ the Libertyville Farmers Market
Thu, Aug 14, 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.
Sewing Basics: Master the Essentials
Thu, Aug 14, 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, learn to create your own custom drawstring bag! Perfect for beginners.
World Explorers: Pakistan - (grades 2-5)
Thu, Aug 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Immerse yourself in Pakistani culture through stories, crafts, and games! REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY 07/14 AT 4 PM
A Genealogist's Primer on Fraternal Organizations - Hybrid
Thu, Aug 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
Was your ancestor buried in an odd cemetery, or do they have a masonic symbol on their tombstone? Were you given random buttons and pins from a relative? Join us as we explore fraternal organizations!
Studio Workshop: Vinyl Record Conversion
Thu, Aug 14, 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, July 31 2025 at 7:00pm
Computer Basics Lab
Fri, Aug 15, 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
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Movie Matinee
Fri, Aug 15, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Free screenings of popular and acclaimed movies. For movie titles and ratings, call the Library, or pick up a flyer at either location.
American Girl: Molly's Route 66 Adventure - (grades 2-5)
Fri, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville - Meeting Room
It's a road trip, so hop in the car with Molly McIntire's family and head West from Chicago to Los Angeles along Route 66! Meet in Cook Park. REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY 07/15 AT 4 PM. OUTDOOR PROGRAM.
After-hours Middle School Book and Movie Night - (grades 6-8)
Fri, Aug 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
A book club just for middle schoolers! Join us for a fun and lively book discussion with awesome books. REGISTRATION OPENS DAY 05/08 AT 4 PM
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Aug 16, 9:30am - 11:30am
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Aug 16, 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.
Citizenship Classes
Sat, Aug 16, 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.
Saturday Morning Stories @ Aspen: Pirate Party! - (birth-age 5 w/adult)
Sat, Aug 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
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
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Aug 16, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Cook Park Library, Libertyville
Need help with technology or a smart device? Visit us on Saturdays for individual instruction and basic troubleshooting from local high school volunteers.
1-on-1 Tech Help from Teen Tech Tutors
Sat, Aug 16, 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.
Chess Club - (grades 2-5)
Sat, Aug 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Learn the basics of chess and play against others. Players of any skill level welcome! REGISTRATION OPENS WEDNESDAY 07/16 AT 4 PM
Family Maker @ the Library! Magic Wands (session 1) - (family)
Sun, Aug 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills - Meeting Room
Make a magic wand that lights up! We provide all the materials, you provide the family fun! Please note: there are two identical sessions. Register for one only. REGISTRATION OPENS SUNDAY 7/20 AT 4 PM
Registration opens Sunday, July 20 2025 at 4:00pm
Family Maker @ the Library! Magic Wands (session 2) - (family)
Sun, Aug 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Aspen Drive Library, Vernon Hills
Make a magic wand that lights up! We provide all the materials, you provide the family fun! Please note: there are two identical sessions. Register for one only. REGISTRATION OPENS SUNDAY 7/20 AT 4 PM
Registration opens Sunday, July 20 2025 at 4:00pm
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