Pop-in Projects

Tuesday, 5/7, 11AM-12 PM, Ages 2 and up 

Pop in for our monthly craft project in the Children’s Room! Pop-in Projects are the first Tuesday of the month.  

Illinois Libraries Present: The Many Lives of Kal Penn (virtual)

Tuesday, 5/7, 7-8 PM

Adult 

Registration required

We are thrilled to welcome Kal Penn, an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement. He is known for starring roles in Designated Survivor, House, The Namesake, the Harold & Kumar franchise, and much more. 

Turning 65: An Introduction to Medicare

Thursday, 5/9, 11 AM-12 PM, Adult 

This presentation covers the history & basics of Medicare. Listen & learn with Annese Piazza, a local resident and resource. Brought to you in partnership with the River Forest Township.

*Especially for seniors. 

Grandma Goes to Antarctica

Saturday, 5/11, 2-3:30 PM, Adult 

Speaker, author, and traveler Jeanne Roppolo joins us to share the story of her adventures in Antarctica. Jeanne was stationed in the frigid continent for five months as a contract worker for the National Science Foundation. Tag along with Grandma on her extreme excursion. Brought to you in partnership with the River Forest Township. 

STEM Club

Monday, 5/13, 4-4:45 PM, Grades K-4 

Registration required

Join us for our monthly STEM program for kids. This month, we’ll be making ice cream in a bag.