Intro to Excel

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

This event is full

Back to Basics: Hardware & Typing

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

This event is full

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

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

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

This event is full

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

This event is full

Cameo Craft - Affirmation Mirrors - Ages 12 and older

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

This event is full

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

This event is full

Bilingual Storytime en Espanol: Salta para Cuentos - Ages 3-7 with a caregiver

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

This event is full

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

Foundation Board Meeting - Continental Restaurant

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

This event is full

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

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

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

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. One project per family. 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

This event is full

Foundation Used Book Sale - Lake Cook Room

Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Main Library - Lake Cook Room

Hosted by the Foundation for the Indian Trails Library. All proceeds benefit the library. Enter the sale through the library. Due to limited space, the use of ISBN scanners is only allowed 12-2 pm.

Craft for a Cause: Macrame Drag Leashes - Ages 12 and older

Sun, Jan 12, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Launch Pad

Learn to make drag leashes, an important training tool, and donate them to Heartland Animal Shelter. NR

OBOC: Heartland Animal Shelter Adoption Event

Sun, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Lake Cook Room

Meet adoptable cats and dogs from Heartland Animal Shelter and learn more about responsible pet ownership. Participate in related crafting to make donations for shelter animals. NR

Cameo Craft - Affirmation Mirrors - Ages 18 and older

Sun, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

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

Mon, Jan 13, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

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

This event is full

K9 Reading Buddies - Grades 1-5

Mon, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Youth Activity Room

Read a story to a licensed therapy dog in the library. Siblings and caregivers are asked to wait outside the reading room during the program. A signed waiver is required to participate. R

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Personalized Phone Stands - Ages 12 and older

Mon, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Training Lab

Use Inkscape software and the laser engraver to design a personalized phone stand. R

This event is full

Whats Your Plan - Self Defense Basics

Mon, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Main Library - Lake Room

January is National Personal Self-Defense Month. Lindsey Daehnke, founder of Strictly Self Defense, will focus on reducing anxiety around personal safety by increasing awareness and planning. R

Rise & Read Morning Book Discussion - The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff

Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Main Library - Youth Activity Room

Explore the world around us with stories, rhymes and a lot of music and movement. TR

Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Main Library - Lake Room

Registration and book pickup begins December 8. R

This event is full

Leslie Goddard as Lucille Ball

Tue, Jan 14, 10:45am - 11:15am

Main Library - Youth Activity Room

Explore the world around us with stories, rhymes and lots of music and movement. TR

Tue, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Lake Cook Room

Leslie Goddard will portray comedienne Lucille Ball. R

This event is full

Spanish Conversation Practice | At the Branch - Drop-In All Ages

Tue, Jan 14, 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

Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room I

Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. R

This event is full

Back to Basics: Navigating Chrome

Tue, Jan 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room I

Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. R

This event is full

Wed, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Training Lab

Learn how to use the web browser Google Chrome to access the Internet. This class is intended for those with little or no computer knowledge. R

Chess Club - Grades K-3

Wed, Jan 15, 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

Stitch Together Meet-Up - Ages 12 and older

Wed, Jan 15, 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

Chess Club - Grades 4-8

Wed, Jan 15, 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

This event is full

Library Board Meeting

Wed, Jan 15, 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.

Chat & Play Cafe - Ages birth - 24 months with a caregiver

Thu, Jan 16, 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

Village of Wheeling Social Workers at the Library - See staff on second floor

Thu, Jan 16, 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

This event is full

Thu, Jan 16, 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

Play-Doh-Palooza - Grades 3-5

Thu, Jan 16, 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

Yoga

Thu, Jan 16, 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

Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Youth Activity Room

Make your own Play-Doh and customize it any way you want. Dress to get messy. R

This event is full

Building A Social Media Audience for Small Businesses

Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Lake Room

Social media can be an incredible tool to promote your business. Join Rebecca Hoffman, Principal of Good Egg Concepts, in starting the new year with a strategy for building your audience. R

Epoxy Pour Tumbler - Grades 9-12

Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Main Library - Launch Pad

Learn to make these orginal and colorful tumblers. Pick up at later date. R

Toddler Storytime - Ages 2-3 with a caregiver

Fri, Jan 17, 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, Jan 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Youth Activity Room

Boost early literacy skills with books, movement and songs. TR

Chat with Canty

Fri, Jan 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Main Library - Lobby

Join Representative Mary Beth Canty for a cup of hot chocolate and share your thoughts about issues that matter most to you. NR

Personalized Beverage Glasses - Ages 12 to 18

Fri, Jan 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Training Lab

Use Inkscape software and the laser engraver to create a personalized pub glass. R

Murder Mystery Night

Fri, Jan 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Main Library - Lake Cook Room

Play the part of suspect and detective as you and your team discover who committed the crime. By evening's end, the killer will be revealed from your pool of suspects, including your fellow guests. R

This event is full

Super Saturday: Bright Star Theatre - African Folktales - Family-friendly performance

Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 11:45am

Main Library - Lake Cook Room

All ages. Join a variety of characters from a wide range of cultures in energetic stories and music that celebrate the various folktale traditions of the continent of Africa. TR

Sun, Jan 19, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

Main Library - Conference Room I

Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. R

This event is full

Sun, Jan 19, 1:15pm - 2:15pm

Main Library - Conference Room I

Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. R

This event is full

Movie Matinee: Thelma (2024)

Sun, Jan 19, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Main Library - Conference Room I

Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. R

This event is full

Mon, Jan 20, 1:30pm - 3:15pm

Main Library - Lake Room

When 93-year-old Thelma Post gets duped by a phone scammer pretending to be her grandson, she sets out on a treacherous quest across the city to reclaim what was taken from her. R

Clay-O-Rama - Grades K-3

Mon, Jan 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Youth Activity Room

Create your own masterpieces using air dry clay and mixed medias. R

This event is full

Paper Crafting Happy Hour - Ages 14 and older

Tue, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Launch Pad

Explore crafting tools like the Sizzix die cutter and embosser, sticker maker, stamp pads and punches. Enhance your projects or find a new tool during this open crafting session. R

Chapter One Book Club | Grades K-1 - Bear and Bird: The Stars and Other Stories by Jarvis

Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Youth Activity Room

Book pickup between November 19-January 14 at the Youth Desk. Bear and Bird are best friends, although sometimes they have misunderstandings. Will they find new best friends or stick together? R

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room I

Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. R

This event is full

Back to Basics: Searching Google

Tue, Jan 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room I

Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. R

This event is full

Wed, Jan 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Training Lab

Learn to effectively search Google to find what you're looking for online and how to evaluate what you find. This class is intended for those with little or no computer knowledge. R

Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - Grades 6-8

Wed, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Lake Cook Room

Use your wits and a keen eye to find the clues hidden throughout the library and solve a puzzling mystery. R

Craft For A Cause: Bow Ties & Bandanas for Shelter Pets - Ages 18 and older

Wed, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library

Sew a pet bow tie or bandana for donation to Heartland Animal Shelter. Basic sewing machine skills are required to participate. R

Photo Editing Basics - Ages 12 and older

Wed, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Training Lab

Learn to compose, fix, and enhance digital photos in this introduction to Photopea, a free online photo editor. Develop skills that can be used in popular editors like Photoshop and Lightroom. R

This event is full

My Grown Up And Me: Out of This World - Ages 3-5 with a caregiver

Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 10:45am

Main Library - Launch Pad

Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Take off with a space themed art project. Katie will join us with songs and a story. TR

My Grown Up And Me: Out of This World - Ages 3-5 with a caregiver

Thu, Jan 23, 11:15am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Launch Pad

Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Take off with a space themed art project. Katie will join us with songs and a story. TR

Versiti Blood Drive Mobile Donation Event

Thu, Jan 23, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library

Help combat the blood shortage in Illinois. Donate blood through the Versiti Blood Center of Illinois at the library in their mobile donation bus.

Memory Cafe - OFFSITE - Buffalo Grove Alcott Center

Thu, Jan 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Offsite

If you or a loved one are experiencing memory loss, you are invited to join us for activities and socialization at Memory Café meetings at the Alcott Center in Buffalo Grove. R

Whodunnit?! - Grades K-2

Thu, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Youth Activity Room

Put your detective skills to the test to solve a mystery. R.

This event is full

Illinois Libraries Present: Love & Laughs w/ Michelle Buteau - Virtual-Live Zoom Program

Thu, Jan 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Offsite - Offsite

Join comedian, actress, and producer Michelle Buteau in conversation with Greta Johnsen. R

Illinois Libraries Present: Love & Laughs w/ Michelle Buteau - In-person watch party at the main library

Thu, Jan 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Lake Room

Join us to watch this live Illinois Libraries Present program featuring comedian, actress, and producer Michelle Buteau in conversation with Greta Johnsen. R

Valentine's Tea Bag Art Cards - Reserved for Adult Indian Trails Library cardholders only

Thu, Jan 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Main Library - Cook Room

Join Tammy Haman, owner of RAK Fluid Art, in creating Valentine's Day themed art on tea bags with watercolors and markers. R

This event is full

Babytime! - Infants and crawlers with a caregiver

Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 10:30am

Main Library - Youth Activity Room

Stories, songs and fingerplays.

Wonderful Walkers - Walkers - 24 months with a caregiver

Fri, Jan 24, 10:45am - 11:15am

Main Library - Youth Activity Room

Stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities. TR

Personalized Beverage Glasses - Ages 18 and older

Fri, Jan 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Training Lab

Use Inkscape software and the laser engraver to create a personalized pub glass. R

This event is full

No Cook Energy Bites | At the Branch - All Ages

Fri, Jan 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Prospect Heights Branch - Branch

We will share recipes of healthy no cook snacks that will give you a boost of energy between the meals. Make and taste your own energy bites, banana sushi and apple cookies. TRB

Mozart's Birthday Concert

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Lake Cook Room

The Alba quartet (flute, violin, viola, cello) performs a program of the music of Mozart and his contemporaries interspersed with fun facts about the man and his life and death. R

Kevin Wood's Time in a Bottle

Sun, Jan 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Lake Cook Room

Join us on a nostalgic journey using patter and song to remember the good and the bad, the laughter and the tears, blending comedy and warm, heart-touching ballads into a rollercoaster of emotions. R

Middle School Book Club | Grades 6-8 - Cathedral of Bones by A.J. Steiger

Mon, Jan 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Lake Cook Room

Book pickup between November 25-January 20 at the Youth Services Desk. When a plea arrives from a hamlet, preyed upon by a monster, Simon sees the opportunity to finally prove his worth. R

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Genealogy Interest Group Meeting

Mon, Jan 27, 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

Rise & Read Morning Book Discussion - The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff

Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

Main Library - Youth Activity Room

Explore the world around us with stories, rhymes and a lot of music and movement. TR

Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Main Library - Lake Room

Registration and book pickup begins December 8. R

This event is full

Paint and Steep Tea - Reserved for Adult Indian Trails Library cardholders only

Tue, Jan 28, 10:45am - 11:15am

Main Library - Youth Activity Room

Explore the world around us with stories, rhymes and lots of music and movement. TR

Tue, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Cook Room

Bring your imagination and create with Legos. TR

Dungeons And Dragons - Grades 6-12

Tue, Jan 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Lake Room

If you're an expert or just starting out, join us for some D&D. Bring your own character sheet or pick up a pre-made one at the door. R

Cancelled

Post-Election Update with Paul Lisnek

Tue, Jan 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Schaumburg Public Library

Paul Lisnek of WGNTV will join staff from the Schaumburg Public Library and their League of Women Voters to discuss the 2024 general election and what comes next. R

Read to Learn Registration/Testing

Wed, Jan 29, 9:00am - 12:15pm

Main Library - Lake Cook Room

District 214 Read to Learn Adult Literacy Program.

Paint and Steep Tea - Reserved for Adult Indian Trails Library cardholders only

Wed, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Wed, Jan 29, 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

Chat & Play Cafe - Ages birth - 24 months with a caregiver

Wed, Jan 29, 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

Thu, Jan 30, 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

Winter-ful Crafts - Grades K-5

Thu, Jan 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Youth Activity Room

Celebrate the season with activities and crafts for all skill levels. TR

DIY Bookends - Grades 9-12

Thu, Jan 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Lake Room

Bring your bookshelf to the next level with these bookends. R

Toddler Storytime - Ages 2-3 with a caregiver

Fri, Jan 31, 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, Jan 31, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Youth Activity Room

Boost early literacy skills with books, movement and songs. TR

Bow Ties & Bandanas for Shelter Pets - Ages 11 and older.

Fri, Jan 31, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Main Library - Launch Pad

Sew a pet bow tie or bandana for donation to Heartland Animal Shelter. Basic sewing machine skills are required to participate. R

This event is full

Adult Subscription Bag: African American Literature Theme - Reserved for Adult Indian Trails Library cardholders only

Sat, Feb 01, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Main Library

Enjoy a customized subscription bag that includes 2 books and themed goodies. Our theme will focus on African American authors. R

Pop Tart Pillows - Grades 1-3 with a caregiver

Sat, Feb 01, 10:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Lake Cook Room

Create a cozy toaster treat-shaped pillow with basic stitches, hot glue and felt. R

This event is full

Pop Tart Pillows - Grades 4-8

Sat, Feb 01, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Lake Cook Room

Create a cozy toaster treat-shaped pillow with basic stitches, hot glue and felt. R

Volunteer Kits - Grades 9-12 - High School

Mon, Feb 03, 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

Stitch Together Meet-Up - Ages 18 and older

Mon, Feb 03, 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

This event is full

Bookworms Book Club | Grades 4-5 - Three Strike Summer by Skyler Schrempp

Mon, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Lake Cook Room

Book pickup January 4-24 at the Youth Services Desk. Gloria finds herself uprooted and working on peach orchard, where she tries to join the all-boys baseball team that she's desperate to play on. R

Please contact the library to register for this event.

CSI Book Club - Atomic Habits by James Clear

Mon, Feb 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Lake Room

Book pickup begins Monday, December 16 in The Launch Pad. Ages 14 and older. No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving every day. R

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Intro to Excel

Mon, Feb 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Training Lab

Learn to create a basic spreadsheet using some of the most important tools in Excel. Intended for beginners and those who have not used Microsoft Excel. R

Woven Paper Hearts - Ages 18 and older

Tue, Feb 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Main Library - Launch Pad

Learn how to weave paper into decorative hearts. R

This event is full

Tue, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room I

Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. R