The library's parking lot will be closed for construction for two weeks in October. The library will be open as much as possible during construction. Parking is available on neighborhood streets including 125th Street, 71st Avenue, and 70th Court.
Featured Events
Oct
07
2024
- Monday
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Activity Room
- Kids
It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
Will the great pumpkin come out of the patch this year? Will Charlie Brown get to kick the football? Join us for a pumpkin filled day where we will play games and make crafts inspired by everyone’s favorite Peanuts gang.
Oct
08
2024
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- Activity Room
- Kids
Sensory Friendly Stories and Play
Sensory Friendly Stories and Play
The library is excited to partner with Key Autism Services for this special program featuring both interactive stories and sensory friendly play in a welcoming, supportive setting.
Oct
08
2024
- Tuesday
- 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Meeting Room
- Adults
Illinois State Treasurer iCash Event
Illinois State Treasurer iCash Event
The Illinois State Treasurer is holding more than $5 billion in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. The State holds these lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner or their heirs. Do you have any unclaimed funds? Staff from the Treasurer’s Office will be on hand to help you find out. Drop in prior to 6:30PM to ensure you get a turn.
Oct
09
2024
- Wednesday
- 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- Activity Room
- Kids, Teens
Furry Readers
Furry Readers
All readers and dog lovers are invited to grab a book, ruffle some fur, and read to a dog. Register to practice reading out loud to a certified therapy dog from Bright and Beautiful.
Oct
10
2024
- Thursday
- All Day
- Youth and Teen Services Department
- Teens
Teen Book Box
Teen Book Box
Want an easier way to select a book? Let a librarian do it! Each box will include a book from our collection, a treat, and other fun things. Once registered look out for a separate email containing a questionnaire that will be due October 12. Boxes can be picked up starting October 21. ***October boxes will be spooky themed! If you are not interested in receiving a spooky book, please let us know on your questionnaire.***
Oct
10
2024
- Thursday
- 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Meeting Room
- Adults
Indigenous Illinois: Cahokia and Mississippians
Indigenous Illinois: Cahokia and Mississippians
Many Illinoisans are not aware that, a thousand years ago, a major Native American civilization began here. Cahokia, a city just across the river from St. Louis, was the origin for what came to be known as the Mississippians and grew to be larger than London was at the time. William Kelley, president of the South Suburban Archaeological Society, tells us about the profound impact this had on the rest of Native American society up to contact with Europeans. In-person program
