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Craft Corner: DIY Disability Pride Buttons & Fidgets

6:00pm–7:30pm
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Dole Branch Library
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Registration will close on July 8, 2025 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Dole Branch Library
Room: Dole Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
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Craft Corner

Craft Corner is an all-ages, intergenerational program that brings the community together to create projects throughout the year. With a focus on using different materials and upcycling when possible, each craft is designed to appeal to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your family or neighbors for some hands-on fun! If you'd like, you can even bring your own materials to make the planned craft or create something uniquely your own.

Keeping your body busy so your brain can focus is an important self-regulation skill for a lot of people! Stop by and make some great new disability pride and ally themed pin-back buttons to decorate your backpack.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.

Mural Makers: Painting

3:00pm–4:00pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration will close on July 9, 2025 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Middle School Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mural Makers is your chance to help design a mural that will brighten up our space and reflect the creativity of our community.

Disability Pride March Sign & Ribbon Wand Making

9:00am–11:00am
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:

Before our Disability Pride March on Saturday, July 12 at 11 am at the Main Library, let's make our signs and ribbon wands to wave!

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.

3rd Annual Disability Pride March & Rally

11:00am–12:00pm
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on July 12, 2025 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Outside Plaza
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's celebrate disabled people and disability as an identity with a march around the Main Library and our plaza! This march is for disabled people and allies; a disability is not required to celebrate with us.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.

Teen Debate Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Teen Debate Club, where your voice matters! Whether you're a seasoned debater or just starting out, our club offers a fun and supportive space to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and explore fun topics.

Chapter Chasers! Check-in Meeting

2:00pm–3:00pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on July 15, 2025 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: High School Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
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Event Details:

Chapter Chasers is a book club for teens (grades 6-12) to build a love for reading and have meaningful book discussions. This summer we will be reading The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune.

Craft Corner: DIY Disability Pride Buttons & Fidgets

6:00pm–7:30pm
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on July 15, 2025 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Craft Corner

Craft Corner is an all-ages, intergenerational program that brings the community together to create projects throughout the year. With a focus on using different materials and upcycling when possible, each craft is designed to appeal to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your family or neighbors for some hands-on fun! If you'd like, you can even bring your own materials to make the planned craft or create something uniquely your own.

Keeping your body busy so your brain can focus is an important self-regulation skill for a lot of people! Stop by and make some great new disability pride and ally themed pin-back buttons to decorate your backpack.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Required

Masks for everyone age 2+ are required while attending this program.

Wednesday Movie Matinee: "Out of My Mind"

1:00pm–3:30pm
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on July 16, 2025 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wednesday Movie Matinee

Join us each Wednesday for an afternoon film screening at the Main Library!

Melody Brooks is navigating sixth grade as a nonspeaking wheelchair user who has cerebral palsy.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.

Fun in the Sun

2:00pm–3:00pm
Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on July 16, 2025 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Middle School Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fun In The Sun is a dynamic DIY program designed to inspire teens to engage in creative outdoor activities through hands-on art projects.

Art Exhibit: "Our Reality: Not Your Pathology" by Shane-Jahi Jackson

All Day 7/22–8/23
Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:

The controversial Moynihan Report of 1965 delivered a bleak and problematic assessment on the state of the African American family.

Mural Makers: Painting

3:00pm–4:00pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on July 23, 2025 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Middle School Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mural Makers is your chance to help design a mural that will brighten up our space and reflect the creativity of our community.

Vibez Outside

2:00pm–4:00pm
Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on July 24, 2025 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Outside Plaza
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Three Summer Thursdays as the MHS staff partners with Oak Park Township to bring exciting outdoor fun to the community!

Art Exhibit Reception: "Our Reality: Not Your Pathology" by Shane-Jahi Jackson

6:30pm–8:00pm
Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Event Details:

Meet the Artist and enjoy light refreshments. 

How to Build a Gaming PC

1:00pm–3:00pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on July 25, 2025 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever wondered what goes on inside a gaming rig or how streamers get those lightning-fast setups? 

Neurodivergent Nerdout!

1:00pm–2:00pm
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on July 27, 2025 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

This new intergenerational program welcomes neurodivergent kids, teens, adults, and seniors. Participants can choose to participate in various ways, including hanging out in the space. There will be fidgets and supports available.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.

Disability Pride Ice Cream Social

2:15pm–3:30pm
Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on July 27, 2025 @ 2:15pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come as you are and stay as you like—this Disability Pride Ice Cream Social is a low-pressure, high-joy celebration of community, connection, and inclusion.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.

Teen Debate Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 29, 2025 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Teen Debate Club, where your voice matters! Whether you're a seasoned debater or just starting out, our club offers a fun and supportive space to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and explore fun topics.

Chapter Chasers! End of Summer Party

2:00pm–3:30pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on July 29, 2025 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Middle School Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for our last Chapter Chasers meeting of the summer! We will be discussing the book with food provided.

Mural Unveiling

4:00pm–5:30pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on August 1, 2025 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: High School Space
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Over the summer, teens have created a mural for the MHS spaces at the main branch. Join us for the mural unveiling party, where we will celebrate their hard work!

Coding for Kids & Teens!

11:00am–12:45pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on August 6, 2025 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to explore the world of code? Join Codifica + Code for an opportunity to code in a bilingual (English and Spanish) setting! 

Lesbians in Local Leadership

1:00pm–3:00pm
Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
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Registration Required
Registration will close on August 10, 2025 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Kids & Families, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever wondered what it means to lead with resilience, compassion, and authenticity?

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.

Vibez Outside

2:00pm–4:00pm
Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on August 14, 2025 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Outside Plaza
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Three Summer Thursdays as the MHS staff partners with Oak Park Township to bring exciting outdoor fun to the community!

Family Art Workshop with Shane-Jahi Jackson

2:30pm–4:00pm
Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on August 16, 2025 @ 2:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Kids & Families, Multicultural, Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a family-friendly, art making workshop led by Illinois based artist, Shane-Jahi Jackson and inspired by his art exhibit "Our Reality: Not You

Coding for Kids & Teens!

11:00am–12:45pm
Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Main Library
Register now
Registration Required
Registration will close on August 20, 2025 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Students Grades 9-12
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to explore the world of code? Join Codifica + Code for an opportunity to code in a bilingual (English and Spanish) setting!