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Summer Reading Program Finale!

Join us for a special family concert with Tropixplosion, the Caribbean show band, featuring steel drums, great vocals, and high-energy fun to celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Program. Music, giveaways, and more! The first 200 people to register for this event will receive a FREE Kona Ice on Friday, August 9 from 6:30-7:45 pm. ALL FAMILY MEMBERS… [...]

Sushi Go! Battle

Wednesday, August 7 7-8:30 pm Pass the sushi! In this fast-playing card game, the goal is to grab the best combination of sushi dishes as they whiz by. Score points for making the most maki rolls or for collecting a full set of sashimi. Dip your favorite nigiri in wasabi to triple its value. But… [...]

Broadway/Musicals Trivia

Monday, August 5 7–8:30 pm Everyone deserves the chance to fly! Put your knowledge of Broadway musicals to the tests at this special trivia event. Baig of Tricks Entertainment will be quizzing you over all your favorite musical productions, from the classics to today! This is a family program.  All ages, under 12 with adult… [...]

FREE tickets to select shows at Ravinia Festival this summer!

We are thrilled to offer FREE tickets to select shows at Ravinia, while supplies last. The tickets were generously donated by Ravinia Festival as part of the Words and Music Program. To request tickets, visit the Library and ask at the first-floor Service Desk. You can view available show dates here: 2024 Words & Music… [...]

Christmas in July!

Is the heat getting you down? Need a snowy, festive escape? Try these holiday romance reads! Her Christmas Cowboy by Jessica Clare A Very Merry Match by Melinda Curtis A Mistletoe Kiss in Manhattan by Traci Douglass It Happened One Christmas by Various authors Under the Mistletoe by Marguerite Kaye & Bronwyn Scott Mistletoe Cottage… [...]

Build Your Professional Brand

Wednesday, July 31 6:30-7:30 pm Your powerful professional brand and a compelling career story are the keys to unlocking endless job possibilities. Let's make your next career move extraordinary! Registration is required. [...]

Anime & Manga Club

Monday, July 29 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! [...]

Rhythm & Rhyme @ Oakbrook Terrace Heritage Center

Monday, July 15 11:30 am-noon • All ages with adult Location | 1S325 Ardmore Ave, Oakbrook Terrace Join us on the road for a special storytime featuring music and movement! Children of all ages are welcome with an adult present. Registration is not required. [...]