Teen Services

Thanksgiving Craft Open House

Friday, November 22 OR Saturday, November 23 2-4 pm • All ages Celebrate Thanksgiving with a craft! Young children will need some adult help. Registration is not required, but supplies are limited. [...]

Anime & Manga Club

Monday, November 18 3:30-5 pm Students in grades 4 - 8 are welcome to come and hang out as we explore a different anime/manga fandom every month. Register here! [...]

Firefly Family Theater: The Harvest Moon

Wednesday, November 6 6:30–7:15 pm Join Spark the Firefly and all her friends as they welcome a new season. Watch the changing leaves, gather acorns with a silly squirrel and experience all the sights and sounds of Fall in Firefly Grove. The Harvest Moon includes puppets, original music, interactive movement and lots of fall fun for families!… [...]

Anime & Manga Club

Monday, October 21 3:30-5 pm Students in grades 4 - 8 are welcome to come and hang out as we explore a different anime/manga fandom every month. Register here! [...]

Itadakimasu! Let’s Make a Bento

Thursday, October 17 4-5 pm You see bento in anime all the time, but what if The Obento Lady could teach you how to make one? In this small group foodie workshop, participants learn the rules of bento-making before making one to take home. Each participant receives a bento box, a pair of chopsticks, and… [...]

Rhythm & Rhyme Community Storytimes

Monday, September 16 10 - 10:30 am • All ages with adult Location | 338 N. Iowa Ave, Villa Park Monday, September 16 11:30 am-noon • All ages with adult Location | 1S325 Ardmore Ave, Oakbrook Terrace Join us on the road for special storytimes featuring music and movement! Children of all ages are welcome with an… [...]

Astrology 101

Monday, September 16, 2024 3:30–4:45 pm Learn about sun, moon, and rising signs; planets; and how to read your natal chart to avoid future problems, learn your strengths, and embrace your best self. Presented by Jez Layman. Registration is required. Register with the link here! [...]

The History of Willie Nelson

Tuesday, September 3 7-8 pm Willie released his 74th album in 2023 and turns 91 in 2024!  Using interview and performance clips, we’ll trace the arc of Willie’s career from his humble beginnings in small town Texas to his struggles in Nashville to his shift to Outlaw Country to his now legendary status. Registration is… [...]

Homeschool Meetup!

[caption id="attachment_47398" align="aligncenter" width="451"] https://www.flickr.com/photos/chiotsrun/4876331893[/caption] Come in and meet with other homeschool students and educators in an informal setting! Youth can enjoy games, crafts, and more while adults hear about library resources for a wide variety of curriculum and lesson plans. Registration is required. Sign up with this link here! [...]

Anime & Manga Club

  Monday, August 26 3:30-5 pm Students in grades 4 - 8 are welcome to come and hang out as we explore a different anime/manga fandom every month. Register here! [...]