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Navigating the Interview Process
2024-11-13 19:00:00 2024-11-13 20:00:00 America/Chicago Navigating the Interview Process Robert Gynn, Chair and Professor of Speech and Theater at Oakton College, will showcase how to successfully navigate the interview process. R Main Library - Cook Room

Wednesday, November 13
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-13 19:00:00 2024-11-13 20:00:00 America/Chicago Navigating the Interview Process Robert Gynn, Chair and Professor of Speech and Theater at Oakton College, will showcase how to successfully navigate the interview process. R Main Library - Cook Room

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Robert Gynn, Chair and Professor of Speech and Theater at Oakton College, will showcase how to successfully navigate the interview process. R

This will include not only negotiating job offers, but also includes raises, promotions, contingent job offers, managing online profiles, etc.

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Retirement Financial Planning
Wed, Dec 11, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Main Library
Meet Edward Jones financial advisor, Jason Clarke, CFP®, for a 30-minute, 1-1 appointment to discuss retirement and financial planning. R
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Retirement Financial Planning
Wed, Dec 11, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Main Library
Meet Edward Jones financial advisor, Jason Clarke, CFP®, for a 30-minute, 1-1 appointment to discuss retirement and financial planning. R
Cancelled
Retirement Financial Planning
Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Main Library
Meet Edward Jones financial advisor, Jason Clarke, CFP®, for a 30-minute, 1-1 appointment to discuss retirement and financial planning. R
Cancelled
Retirement Financial Planning
Wed, Dec 11, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Main Library
Meet Edward Jones financial advisor, Jason Clarke, CFP®, for a 30-minute, 1-1 appointment to discuss retirement and financial planning. R
Jewelry Making Extravaganza - Ages 12 and older
Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Launch Pad
Learn jewelry making techniques using our collection of beads and jewelry supplies to create a unique piece to take home. R
This event is full
Chess Club - Grades K-3
Wed, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Main Library - Cook Room
Discover chess moves, strategies, and checkmate techniques with National Chess Master Arjun Vishnuvardhan of Glenview Chess. All experience levels welcome. R
This event is full
C.S.I. Book Club - How Far the Light Reaches by Sabrina Imbler
Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Lake Room
Book pickup begins Wednesday, November 6 in The Launch Pad. Ages 18 and older. Sabrina Imbler profiles ten of the ocean's strangest creatures, drawing connections between their lives and ours. R
This event is full
Chess Club - Grades 4-8
Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Cook Room
Discover chess moves, strategies, and checkmate techniques with National Chess Master Arjun Vishnuvardhan of Glenview Chess. All experience levels welcome. R
Microsoft PowerPoint
Wed, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Training Lab
Learn the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint by adding slides, creating transitions, templates and more. R
Chat & Play Cafe - Ages birth - 24 months with a caregiver
Thu, Dec 12, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Lake Cook Room
Join unstructured playtime for you and baby. Enjoy coffee, a sweet treat and conversation while the little ones socialize and play. The new format allows you to join and leave at your convenience. NR
Yoga
Thu, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Lake Cook Room
Vidya Nahar of Vyayam will speak about the benefits and history of yoga, then lead a yoga class for all levels of participant experience. R
Gift Wrapping Session - Ages 14 and older
Thu, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Cook Room
Join us for an evening of merriment and gift wrapping. R
High School Book Club | Grades 9-12 - A Door in the Dark by Scott Reintgen
Thu, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Lake Room
Book pick up and registration begins October 10 at the Youth Services Desk. Fantasy thriller follows six teenage wizards as they fight to make it home alive. R
Baig of Tricks Trivia Game
Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lake Cook Room
Join Baig of Tricks for a fun winter-themed trivia game. R
Toddler Storytime - Ages 2-3 with a caregiver
Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Youth Activity Room
Start your day with books, rhymes and songs. TR
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 with a caregiver
Fri, Dec 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Youth Activity Room
Boost early literacy skills with books, movement and songs. TR
Cameo Craft - Winter Shadow Box - Ages 12 and older
Fri, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Training Lab
Use the Silhouette Cameo to create a wintery shadow box out of paper. Basic computer skills are required. R
This event is full
After Hours Finals Night Study Session - Grades 9-12
Sat, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Lake Cook Room
The library closes at 5 pm to the general public. Extended hours are for high school students only. NR
Princess Di: Gone But Still Kicking
Sun, Dec 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Lake Cook Room
Jillann Gabrielle speaks as Princess Diana, haunting the halls of Kensington Palace decades after her death in 1997. Diana plays the piano, sings and dances as she talks about her life. R
Final Night Study Session - Grades 9-12
Sun, Dec 15, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Lake Cook Room
The library closes at 5 pm to the general public. Extended hours are for high school students only. NR
New Year's Celebration Kit - Ages 3 and older
Mon, Dec 16, All day
Main Library
Prerecorded video. 3...2...1... Ready for New Year's fun! Pick up your craft kit at the Youth Services Desk between December 16-30. Watch the program video for projects and a special countdown. R
This event is full
Movie Matinee: Twisters (2024)
Mon, Dec 16, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Lake Room
Kate Carter, a retired tornado-chaser and meteorologist, is persuaded to return to Oklahoma to work with a new team and new technologies. R
Waterless Snow Globes - Grades K-5
Mon, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Youth Activity Room
Get inspired by the wintery season and create your own snow globe?without the water. R
This event is full
Alimentación Consciente
Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Cook Room
Descrube las practicas de alimentacion consciente y sus beneficios. Llevate a casa consejos sobre como puedes usar la alimentacion consciente a diario para mejorar tu salud. R
Genealogy Interest Group Meeting
Mon, Dec 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Training Lab
Join this informal group in a collaborative setting to explore library databases, research your family tree and connect with other enthusiasts and skilled staff. R
Mindful Eating
Mon, Dec 16, 7:15pm - 8:15pm
Main Library - Cook Room
Discover mindful eating practices and their benefits. Take home tips on how you can use mindful eating daily to improve your health. Participate in a mindful eating exercise. R
Leadership Team Meeting
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lake Room
Leadership team
Dance Party! - Ages 2-6 with a caregiver
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Youth Activity Room
Bring your best dance moves to this storytime full of our favorite songs. TR
Rise & Read Morning Book Discussion - The Wager by David Grann
Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Cook Room
Registration and book pickup begins November 12. This book tells the story of doomed 18th-century British naval warship the Wager, exploring the relationship between personal stories and history. R
This event is full
Dance Party! - Ages 2-6 with a caregiver
Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Youth Activity Room
Bring your best dance moves to this storytime full of our favorite songs. TR
Paint and Steep Tea - Reserved for Adult Indian Trails Library cardholders only
Tue, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Lake Room
Join us for a monthly painting program with teaching artist Susie Speck. Each session will offer a different painting that will surprise you when you arrive. R
This event is full
Spanish Conversation Practice | At the Branch - Drop-In All Ages
Tue, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Prospect Heights Branch - Branch
Informal Spanish conversation session to practice and improve your speaking skills by talking to native Spanish speaking library staff. New conversation topics each session. NR
Family Lego® Club - Ages 5 and older with a caregiver
Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Cook Room
Bring your imagination and create with Legos. TR
Candy Architects - Grades 6-8
Wed, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Youth Activity Room
Work on your own candy creation, whether a traditional house or something unique. R
Paint and Steep Tea - Reserved for Adult Indian Trails Library cardholders only
Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Cook Room
Join us for a monthly painting program with teaching artist Susie Speck. Each session will offer a different painting that will surprise you when you arrive. R
This event is full
Tech Assistance
Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Main Library - Training Lab
Have a basic question about your device and thinking of trying Cloud Library, Hoopla or another library app? Talk to library staff about these topics and more. R
This event is full
Stitch Together Meet-Up - Ages 12 and older
Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Launch Pad
If your craft of choice uses needles or hooks, this group is for you. Bring your knit, crochet, embroidery or cross stitch projects already in progress to work and chat with others. R
Tech Assistance
Wed, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Main Library - Training Lab
Have a basic question about your device and thinking of trying Cloud Library, Hoopla or another library app? Talk to library staff about these topics and more. R
This event is full
Library Board Meeting
Wed, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Library - Lake Room
The Board of Trustees meet for its monthly workshop and planning session. This meeting is open to the public. The agenda is posted two days prior to the meeting.
Office Hours with Congressman Brad Schneider's Office
Thu, Dec 19, 9:30am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Lobby
Neighborhood Office Hours is back and ready to help 10th district constituents access local resources and services in community centers across the 10th district.
Village of Wheeling Social Workers at the Library - See staff on second floor
Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library
Social workers from the Village of Wheeling will be present on the second floor for private meetings with members on the first and third Thursdays of the month in a designated study room. NR
Tech Assistance
Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Training Lab
Have a basic question about your device and thinking of trying Cloud Library, Hoopla or another library app? Talk to library staff about these topics and more. R
My Grown Up And Me: Little Chefs - Ages 3-5 with a caregiver
Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Lake Cook Room
Stir up some fun with storytime followed by hands-on cooking of a related recipe.
Tech Assistance
Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library - Training Lab
Have a basic question about your device and thinking of trying Cloud Library, Hoopla or another library app? Talk to library staff about these topics and more. R
This event is full
My Grown Up And Me: Little Chefs - Ages 3-5 with a caregiver
Thu, Dec 19, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lake Cook Room
Stir up some fun with storytime followed by hands-on cooking of a related recipe.
DIY Snow Globes - Ages 9-12
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Launch Pad
Make a winter wonderland you can hold in your hand. Create your own little figurine and preserve it in a snowy jar. R
This event is full
Illinois Libraries Present: Little Women: The Musical - Virtual-Live Zoom Program
Fri, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 11:59pm
Offsite
Experience Little Women: The Musical at home! The recording can be viewed from 2 pm Friday, December 20 through 11:59 pm Sunday, December 22. Registrants will receive an email with a special link. R
Register
Candy Construction Crew - Grades K-5
Fri, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Youth Activity Room
Create a winter wonderland out of graham crackers, frosting and candy. R.
This event is full
Holiday Cookie Decorating | At the Branch - All ages
Fri, Dec 20, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Prospect Heights Branch - Branch
Unleash your creativity during the festive season. We'll provide the cookies, icing and sprinkles to decorate your holiday treat to take home. NR
Illinois Libraries Present: Little Women: The Musical - Virtual-Live Zoom Program
Sat, Dec 21, All day
Offsite - Offsite
Experience Little Women: The Musical at home! The recording can be viewed from 2 pm Friday, December 20 through 11:59 pm Sunday, December 22. Registrants will receive an email with a special link. R
Register
Super Saturday: Panadanza - ¡Baila Salsa! - All ages
Sat, Dec 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library - Lake Cook Room
A rhythmic endeavor around the world, salsa borrows a little from all and gives back to all. Get ready for a fun and educational dance journey throughout Latin America. TR
Illinois Libraries Present: Little Women: The Musical - Virtual-Live Zoom Program
Sun, Dec 22, All day
Offsite - Offsite
Experience Little Women: The Musical at home! The recording can be viewed from 2 pm Friday, December 20 through 11:59 pm Sunday, December 22. Registrants will receive an email with a special link. R
Register
CLOSED Christmas Eve Holiday
Tue, Dec 24, All day
Main Library
Library is closed
Hanukkah Starts at Sunset
Wed, Dec 25, All day
Main Library
Hanukkah Starts at Sunset
CLOSED Christmas Day Holiday
Wed, Dec 25, All day
Main Library
Library closed for Christmas
Craftapalooza - Ages 5 and older with a caregiver
Mon, Dec 30, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Lake Cook Room
Get crafty and creative with this hodgepodge event. There will be an assortment of crafts available to choose from. Crafts are suited for all skill levels. TR
CLOSED New Year's Eve Holiday
Tue, Dec 31, All day
Main Library
CLOSED New Year's Eve Holiday
Closed-New Years Day Holiday
Wed, Jan 01, All day
Main Library
Closed-New Years Day Holiday
Hanukkah Ends at Sunset
Thu, Jan 02, All day
Main Library
Hanukkah Ends at Sunset
Village of Wheeling Social Workers at the Library - See staff on second floor
Thu, Jan 02, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library
Social workers from the Village of Wheeling will be present on the second floor for private meetings with members on the first and third Thursdays of the month in a designated study room. NR
Introduction to AI - Grades 6-8
Fri, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Training Lab
Learn the basics of artificial intelligence and how to apply it to your own video game character. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Family Movie: Frozen 2 - Ages 3 and older with a caregiver
Fri, Jan 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Lake Cook Room
This interactive movie experience includes props, bubbles, snacks and crafts. Frozen 2 is rated PG for action, peril and mild rude humor. TR
Volunteer Kits - Grades 9-12 - High School
Mon, Jan 06, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Bag pickup: 9 am-9 pm Complete and return a volunteer craft kit by the end of the month to count towards one hour of community service. Pick up and drop off at the Youth Services Desk. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Stitch Together Meet-Up - Ages 18 and older
Mon, Jan 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Launch Pad
If your craft of choice uses needles or hooks, this group is for you. Bring your knit, crochet, embroidery or cross stitch projects already in progress to work and chat with others. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Bookworms Book Club | Grades 4-5 - The Curse of the Mummy by Candace Fleming
Mon, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Lake Cook Room
Book pickup November 4-December 30 at the Youth Services Desk. Learn about two researchers who worked for years to find Tutankhamun's tomb and faced rumors of ancient powers hidden there. R
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Paint a Shelter Pet - Ages 18 and older
Mon, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Launch Pad
Help promote pets in need of homes and try out a new skill in this watercolor painting class. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Women and Entrepreneurship
Mon, Jan 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Lake Cook Room
Maura Mitchell of the Women's Business Development Center will speak about women and entrepreneurship and microloans. R
Orthodox - Christmas
Tue, Jan 07, All day
Main Library
Orthodox - Christmas
Paint a Shelter Pet - Ages 18 and older
Tue, Jan 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Launch Pad
Help promote pets in need of homes and try out a new skill in this watercolor painting class. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Tech Assistance
Tue, Jan 07, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Main Library - Training Lab
Have a basic question about your device and thinking of trying Cloud Library, Hoopla or another library app? Talk to library staff about these topics and more. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Tech Assistance
Tue, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Training Lab
Have a basic question about your device and thinking of trying Cloud Library, Hoopla or another library app? Talk to library staff about these topics and more. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Writers Workshop
Tue, Jan 07, 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Main Library - Lake Room
Share your work with others in a supportive atmosphere at this monthly community writers group led by author Ginnie Foley. NR
Anime Club - Grades 6-12
Tue, Jan 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Cook Room
Watch anime, vote on what to watch next time and make new friends. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Back to Basics: Hardware & Typing
Wed, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Training Lab
Learn about the parts of a computer, how to use the keyboard and mouse, and resources to practice typing. This class is intended for those with little or no computer knowledge. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Paperback Pals Book Club | Grades 2-3 - Wild Robot by Peter Brown
Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Youth Activity Room
Book pickup between November 6-January 2 at the Youth Services desk. When robot Roz opens her eyes, she discovers that she is all alone on a remote, wild island. R
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Jewelry Making Extravaganza - Ages 12 and older
Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Launch Pad
Learn jewelry making techniques using our collection of beads and jewelry supplies to create a unique piece to take home. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Financial Planning
Wed, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Study Room F
Meet Edward Jones financial advisor, Patrick Twardak, CFP®, CIMA®, for a 30-minute, 1-1 appointment to discuss financial planning. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Financial Planning
Wed, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Study Room F
Meet Edward Jones financial advisor, Patrick Twardak, CFP®, CIMA®, for a 30-minute, 1-1 appointment to discuss financial planning. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Cameo Craft - Affirmation Mirrors - Ages 12 and older
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Training Lab
Show yourself some love. Use the Silhouette Cameo to create a vinyl decal with a positive message and apply it to a mirror. Basic computer skills are required. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Financial Planning
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Study Room F
Meet Edward Jones financial advisor, Patrick Twardak, CFP®, CIMA®, for a 30-minute, 1-1 appointment to discuss financial planning. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Bilingual Storytime en Espanol: Salta para Cuentos - Ages 3-7 with a caregiver
Wed, Jan 08, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Storytime in both Spanish and English including stories, music and activities. TR Un cuento muy especial en español e inglés que incluye historias, música y actividades. TR
Financial Planning
Wed, Jan 08, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Study Room F
Meet Edward Jones financial advisor, Patrick Twardak, CFP®, CIMA®, for a 30-minute, 1-1 appointment to discuss financial planning. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Foundation Board Meeting - Continental Restaurant
Wed, Jan 08, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Library
Continental Restaurant 788 S. Buffalo Grove Rd. Buffalo Grove, IL
Create Like The Masters: Shepard Fairey - Grades 3-5
Thu, Jan 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Youth Activity Room
Learn about Shepard Fairey's artwork and create your own masterpiece. Dress to get messy. R
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Illinois Libraries Present: Steve Dolinsky - Virtual-Live Zoom Program
Thu, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Offsite - Offsite
Illinois Libraries Present Chicago Pizza - Past, Present & Future with Steve Dolinsky, well known Food Guy reporter at NBC 5 and James Beard Award winner for his TV, radio and podcast work. R
Register
Escape Room - Grades 9-12
Thu, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Lake Room
Come to this immersive, 60-minute, adventure game. Groups attempt to find clues and solve a series of puzzles to escape before time runs out. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
Babytime! - Infants and crawlers with a caregiver
Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Youth Activity Room
Stories, songs and fingerplays.
Wonderful Walkers - Walkers - 24 months with a caregiver
Fri, Jan 10, 10:45am - 11:15am
Main Library - Youth Activity Room
Stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities. TR
Family Craft Fridays | At The Branch - All ages
Fri, Jan 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Prospect Heights Branch - Branch
Create unique seasonal and theme-based projects. Materials provided. While supplies last. NR
Paint a Shelter Pet - Ages 18 and older
Fri, Jan 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Launch Pad
Help promote pets in need of homes and try out a new skill in this watercolor painting class. R
Registration opens Sunday, December 15 2024 at 12:00pm
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