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Upcycled TShirt Scarves

Save the Earth with style! Turn an old t-shirt into a fashionable scarf. BYO T-shirt and join us! Registration required. for ages 9 to 14. Program will take place in the Auditorium.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Crafting & Maker |

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Social Worker in the Library - Trabajadora Social en la Biblioteca
Fri, May 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Lobby
Meet the new Social Services Specialist for the City of Highland Park. Conozca a la nueva especialista en servicios sociales de la ciudad de Highland Park.
Comic Book Exchange
Sat, May 02, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Adult Services
Meet fellow comic book lovers and trade your favorites! Stay for crafts and trivia!
3D Printing - Design Your First Object
Sat, May 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Meeting Room 8
Introduction to 3D printing using Tinkercad. Design a simple object and learn how to prepare it for printing on the library's 3D printer.
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Empiezo de Nuevo: Aceites Esenciales para el Ser Esencial - Se llevará a cabo en Indian Trail Elementary Highland Park
Sat, May 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail School - Multipurpose Room
Venga a un taller de Aromaterapia Terapéutica con respiración guiada, experiencias de aromas terapéuticos y herramientas prácticas para el bienestar en cualquier lugar. Encuentre su calma.
Rescheduled
Moraine Township Community Mental Health - Resource Table
Mon, May 04, All day
New date Tuesday, May 05, 10:30am - 3:00pm
Highland Park Public Library
Find local mental health, substance use disorders, and intellectual and developmental disability support in Moraine Township.
Origami Challenge
Mon, May 04, All day
Highland Park Public Library
Origami is the art of folding paper into amazing shapes. Join us for this month's origami challenge. Pick up your kit at the Youth Services desk while supplies last. For ages 5-14
Rock & Read - A Toddler Storytime
Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Join Miss Kelly in the Activity Room for a musical storytime! For ages 18 months - 3 years. Check in at Youth desk starting 30 min prior to event. This event will take place in the Brenner Room.
Caminando Juntos - Walking Together
Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Facebook Live - Facebook Live
Un nuevo episodio cada mes, con temas relevantes en español. - Monthly episodes with relevant topics and information presented in Spanish.
Origami Challenge
Tue, May 05, All day
Highland Park Public Library
Origami is the art of folding paper into amazing shapes. Join us for this month's origami challenge. Pick up your kit at the Youth Services desk while supplies last. For ages 5-14
Moraine Township Community Mental Health - Resource Table
Tue, May 05, 10:30am - 3:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Lobby
Find local mental health, substance use disorders, and intellectual and developmental disability support in Moraine Township.
Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
Tue, May 05, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Highland Park Public Library - Executive Director's Office
The Budget & Finance Committee will meet from 7-8:30pm in the Executive Director's office.
Origami Challenge
Wed, May 06, All day
Highland Park Public Library
Origami is the art of folding paper into amazing shapes. Join us for this month's origami challenge. Pick up your kit at the Youth Services desk while supplies last. For ages 5-14
Late Opening
Wed, May 06, 11:00am - 9:00pm
Highland Park Public Library
The library will open at 11am on the first Wednesday of each month for staff meetings except December (1st Friday).
Origami Challenge
Thu, May 07, All day
Highland Park Public Library
Origami is the art of folding paper into amazing shapes. Join us for this month's origami challenge. Pick up your kit at the Youth Services desk while supplies last. For ages 5-14
Social Worker in the Library - Trabajadora Social en la Biblioteca
Thu, May 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Lobby
Meet the new Social Services Specialist for the City of Highland Park. Conozca a la nueva especialista en servicios sociales de la ciudad de Highland Park.
Rock & Read 10:30 - A Toddler Storytime
Thu, May 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Join Miss Kelly in the Activity Room for a musical storytime! For ages 18 months - 3 years. Check in at Youth desk starting 30 min prior to event. This event will take place in the Brenner Room.
Rock & Read 11:30 - A Toddler Storytime
Thu, May 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Join Miss Kelly in the Activity Room for a musical storytime! For ages 18 months - 3 years. Check in at Youth desk starting 30 min prior to event. This event will take place in the Brenner Room.
Meet the Author - Marjan Kamali - "The Lion Women of Tehran" - Virtual Event
Thu, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Join us for a virtual event with acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as she discusses her bestselling novel "The Lion Women of Tehran." Presented with Library Speakers Consortium.Register
Origami Challenge
Fri, May 08, All day
Highland Park Public Library
Origami is the art of folding paper into amazing shapes. Join us for this month's origami challenge. Pick up your kit at the Youth Services desk while supplies last. For ages 5-14
Social Worker in the Library - Trabajadora Social en la Biblioteca
Fri, May 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Lobby
Meet the new Social Services Specialist for the City of Highland Park. Conozca a la nueva especialista en servicios sociales de la ciudad de Highland Park.
Origami Challenge
Sat, May 09, All day
Highland Park Public Library
Origami is the art of folding paper into amazing shapes. Join us for this month's origami challenge. Pick up your kit at the Youth Services desk while supplies last. For ages 5-14
Game Club
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Adult Services
Join us and play board games! Library staff will be available to help you choose a game and learn the rules!
Origami Challenge
Sun, May 10, All day
Highland Park Public Library
Origami is the art of folding paper into amazing shapes. Join us for this month's origami challenge. Pick up your kit at the Youth Services desk while supplies last. For ages 5-14
Book Discussion with Judy Levin - "A Marriage at Sea" by Sophie Elmhirst
Tue, May 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Registration Required. Join us in the Brenner Room for a discussion on "A Marriage at Sea" by Sophie Elmhirst, led by Judy Levin.
Baby Booktime Backup - 0-18 months with caregiver
Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Registration not required but space is limited. Check in at the Youth Services desk up to 30 min. prior to start time. Ages 0 - 18 months.
Baby Booktime Backup - 0-18 months with caregiver
Wed, May 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Registration not required but space is limited. Check in at the Youth Services desk up to 30 min. prior to start time. Ages 0 - 18 months.
Teen Time - Diamond Art Keychains
Wed, May 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Highland Park Public Library - Meeting Room 8
Choose from three different designs and make a shiny keychain! Snacks provided! Drop ins welcome.
Social Worker in the Library - Trabajadora Social en la Biblioteca
Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Lobby
Meet the new Social Services Specialist for the City of Highland Park. Conozca a la nueva especialista en servicios sociales de la ciudad de Highland Park.
"Brain Fitness Blueprint" - Virtual event presented with Library Speakers Consortium
Thu, May 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Ruchika Sikri and Dr. Patrick Porter discuss their book "Brain Fitness Blueprint" in which they present a 30-day action plan to supercharge your brain and achieve peak performance. Register
Beginning Graphic Novel Club
Thu, May 14, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Younger graphic novel fans! Join us for discussion, fun activities and unique crafts as we share the best, the worst, and everything in between graphic novels. For ages 6-8
PJ Storytime
Thu, May 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Put on your jammies and join us for a fun family storytime featuring stories, songs, and more. Registration is not required, but space is limited. Check in at Youth Desk begins at 6 p.m.
Social Worker in the Library - Trabajadora Social en la Biblioteca
Fri, May 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Lobby
Meet the new Social Services Specialist for the City of Highland Park. Conozca a la nueva especialista en servicios sociales de la ciudad de Highland Park.
Bring Your Own Craft - Event takes place at Once Upon A Bagel
Sat, May 16, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Once Upon A Bagel
Bring a craft project to work on and meet fellow crafters in your community. This program is suitable for adults.
Digital Health Awareness
Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 11:30am
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Join us for conversation and tips around improving your digital health, including apps, phone tools, and strategies for healthier technology habits.
Grab & Go 3D Tulip Card
Mon, May 18, All day
Highland Park Public Library
Create your own colorful pop-up tulip card to give to someone special! Kits available at the Youth Services Desk while supplies last.
Rock & Read - A Toddler Storytime
Mon, May 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Join Miss Kelly in the Activity Room for a musical storytime! For ages 18 months - 3 years. Check in at Youth desk starting 30 min prior to event. This event will take place in the Brenner Room.
Speed Puzzle Competition - Carrera de Rompecabezas
Mon, May 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
350 pieces. One hour. Do you have what it takes to win? Register with a friend!/ 350 piezas. Una hora. ¿Tienes lo necesario para ganar? ¡Regístrate con un amigo!
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Grab & Go 3D Tulip Card
Tue, May 19, All day
Highland Park Public Library
Create your own colorful pop-up tulip card to give to someone special! Kits available at the Youth Services Desk while supplies last.
Reshape Your Beliefs and Unlock Your True Potential - Virtual event presented with Library Speakers Consortium
Tue, May 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Nir Eyal discusses his book "Beyond Belief" that reveals how the hidden assumptions you carry shape what you see, feel, and do, and how to replace them with beliefs that unlock your true potential. Register
Library Board Meeting
Tue, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
The Library Board of Trustees regularly meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m., except where indicated otherwise.
Grab & Go 3D Tulip Card
Wed, May 20, All day
Highland Park Public Library
Create your own colorful pop-up tulip card to give to someone special! Kits available at the Youth Services Desk while supplies last.
DIY Coasters - Jewish American Heritage Month
Wed, May 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Adult Services
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month with a library craft! Choose from a selection of preprinted images, design a unique collage, and heat-transfer it onto a coaster. All supplies will be provided
Grab & Go 3D Tulip Card
Thu, May 21, All day
Highland Park Public Library
Create your own colorful pop-up tulip card to give to someone special! Kits available at the Youth Services Desk while supplies last.
Social Worker in the Library - Trabajadora Social en la Biblioteca
Thu, May 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Lobby
Meet the new Social Services Specialist for the City of Highland Park. Conozca a la nueva especialista en servicios sociales de la ciudad de Highland Park.
Rock & Read 10:30 - A Toddler Storytime
Thu, May 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Join Miss Kelly in the Activity Room for a musical storytime! For ages 18 months - 3 years. Check in at Youth desk starting 30 min prior to event. This event will take place in the Brenner Room.
Rock & Read 11:30 - A Toddler Storytime
Thu, May 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Join Miss Kelly in the Activity Room for a musical storytime! For ages 18 months - 3 years. Check in at Youth desk starting 30 min prior to event. This event will take place in the Brenner Room.
Memory Cafe - New Location - New Format - Event takes place at the Highland Park Senior Center
Thu, May 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Highland Park Public Library
Join us for Memory Café, a welcoming and safe space for individuals with memory loss and mild cognitive impairment. Caregivers and loved ones are encouraged to attend.
Film Discussion Group - Rear Window
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Highland Park Public Library - Meeting Room 8
Join us each month as we discuss a movie and/or film genre.
Grab & Go 3D Tulip Card
Fri, May 22, All day
Highland Park Public Library
Create your own colorful pop-up tulip card to give to someone special! Kits available at the Youth Services Desk while supplies last.
Social Worker in the Library - Trabajadora Social en la Biblioteca
Fri, May 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Lobby
Meet the new Social Services Specialist for the City of Highland Park. Conozca a la nueva especialista en servicios sociales de la ciudad de Highland Park.
Grab & Go 3D Tulip Card
Sat, May 23, All day
Highland Park Public Library
Create your own colorful pop-up tulip card to give to someone special! Kits available at the Youth Services Desk while supplies last.
Grab & Go 3D Tulip Card
Sun, May 24, All day
Highland Park Public Library
Create your own colorful pop-up tulip card to give to someone special! Kits available at the Youth Services Desk while supplies last.
Library is closed
Mon, May 25, All day
Highland Park Public Library
Memorial Day
"Gone With the Wind" - The Jewish Influence on a Hollywood Classic
Tue, May 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makom Solel Lakeside
Event at Makom Solel Lakeside, 1301 Clavey Road, Highland Park. Historian Leslie Goddard explores the making of the film, the controversy with the film, and the Jewish influence on its creation.
Readers' Round Table
Tue, May 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Meeting Room 8
Love to read? Always looking for book recommendations? Meet fellow bibliophiles at Readers' Round Table! Join us in Room #8.
Baby Booktime Backup - 0-18 months with caregiver
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Registration not required but space is limited. Check in at the Youth Services desk up to 30 min. prior to start time. Ages 0 - 18 months.
Baby Booktime Backup - 0-18 months with caregiver
Wed, May 27, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Registration not required but space is limited. Check in at the Youth Services desk up to 30 min. prior to start time. Ages 0 - 18 months.
Discussions with Ben - Culpability by Bruce Holsinger
Wed, May 27, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Benjamin Goluboff, Professor of English at Lake Forest College and published author, leads the book discussion of Culpability by Bruce Holsinger.
Social Worker in the Library - Trabajadora Social en la Biblioteca
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Lobby
Meet the new Social Services Specialist for the City of Highland Park. Conozca a la nueva especialista en servicios sociales de la ciudad de Highland Park.
Chicago Homes - A Portrait of the City's Everyday Architecture
Thu, May 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room
Author Carla Bruni discusses her book "Chicago Homes: A Portrait of the City's Everyday Architecture," an illustrated guide to the housing types and styles that have shaped Chicago.
Social Worker in the Library - Trabajadora Social en la Biblioteca
Fri, May 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland Park Public Library - Lobby
Meet the new Social Services Specialist for the City of Highland Park. Conozca a la nueva especialista en servicios sociales de la ciudad de Highland Park.
Page Turners - Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 11:30am
Highland Park Public Library - Meeting Room 8
Join Highland Park librarians for a discussion of Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach.
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