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Library U

Learn Something New This Fall!

Take a series of classes and learn something new. Learn Spanish, try poetry or memoir writing, or learn to play mah jongg or canasta. 

See what you can learn!

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Library U is a continuing adult education program made possible by the generous support of the Alvin H. Baum Family Fund. Fees apply for classes.

Here's What's Happening At The Library!

Tue, Oct 15, All day
Make a terrifying monster out of pool noodles and yarn, just in time for spooky season! Pick up your kit at the Youth Services desk while supplies last.

Tue, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Library U
Registration is now closed

Wed, Oct 16, All day
Make a terrifying monster out of pool noodles and yarn, just in time for spooky season! Pick up your kit at the Youth Services desk while supplies last.

Wed, Oct 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Activity Room
Do you love robots? Come meet OzoBot in the Activity Room for ages 8-10. Registration required.

Thu, Oct 17, All day
Make a terrifying monster out of pool noodles and yarn, just in time for spooky season! Pick up your kit at the Youth Services desk while supplies last.

Thu, Oct 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult Services
Come and meet the City of Highland Park Social Worker, Madeline Kati! Learn more about resources available to you through the Resiliency Division including Case Management, Counseling, and Referrals.

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium
Library U
This event is full

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join Miss Kelly in the Activity Room for a musical storytime! For ages 18 months - 3 years. Registration not required but space is limited. Check in at Youth desk starting 30 min prior to event.

Thu, Oct 17, 11:00am - 4:00pm
The Friends of the Library's used book sale will take place on Thursdays in the lower-level lobby from 11am-4pm. Venta de libros los jueves en el vestíbulo del nivel inferior de 11am a 4pm.

Thu, Oct 17, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Join Miss Kelly in the Activity Room for a musical storytime! For ages 18 months - 3 years. Registration not required but space is limited. Check in at Youth desk starting 30 min prior to event.

Thu, Oct 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Activity Room
Individuals and caregivers: join us to socialize and explore a different topic each month. Beverages and snacks provided.

Thu, Oct 17, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium
Library U
This event is full

Thu, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room
Graphic novel fans, join us for discussion, fun activities, and unique crafts as we share the best, the worst, and everything in between of graphic novels. Ages 6-8. Registration required.
This event is full

Cancelled
Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Development committee will meet from 7-8pm.

Fri, Oct 18, All day
Make a terrifying monster out of pool noodles and yarn, just in time for spooky season! Pick up your kit at the Youth Services desk while supplies last.

Sat, Oct 19, All day
Make a terrifying monster out of pool noodles and yarn, just in time for spooky season! Pick up your kit at the Youth Services desk while supplies last.

Sat, Oct 19, 9:30am - 1:30pm
The Friends of the Library's used book sale will take place on Saturdays in the lower-level lobby from 9:30am-1:30pm. Venta de libros los jueves en el vestíbulo del nivel inferior de 9:30am a 1:30pm.

Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Activity Room
Explore sensory bins with your little ones! Sensory play allows kids to connect ideas with concrete experiences, strengthen neural pathways, and build motor skills.

Sun, Oct 20, All day
Make a terrifying monster out of pool noodles and yarn, just in time for spooky season! Pick up your kit at the Youth Services desk while supplies last.

Sun, Oct 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium
Join the Highland Park High School Memory Mates at the library to decorate a small pot and plant a flower inside.

Mon, Oct 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Brenner Room
Library U
Registration is now closed

Mon, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room
*NEW TIME* Drop by the Activity Room for chess!

Tue, Oct 22, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Activity Room
Read stories, sing songs, & more at this storytime, just for preschoolers and their caregiver! **Registration not required but space is limited. Check in begins at Youth Services desk at 12:30 pm.

Tue, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room
Love Graphic Novels? Come talk about them!
This event is full

Cancelled
Tue, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Development committee will meet from 7-8pm.

Tue, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 8
Library U
Registration is now closed

Tue, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom
Join us on Zoom for an event with bestselling author Jason Reynolds. His beloved and award-winning titles include "Stamped," the Track series, "Look Both Ways," "Long Way Down," and more.
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We strive to make events welcoming for people of all abilities. To request accommodations, call the library at 847-579-6819 or email Library-Administration@hplibrary.org at least two weeks before the event.