Skip to main content
close
font 1 font 2 font 3
Reset to standard size
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Yellow on Black White on Black Soft Greys Black on Linen Black on White
Reset to default contrast
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
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!

Register Now

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!

Friends Book Sale - Venta de libros
Sat, Sep 07, 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.
Cancelled
Game Club
Sat, Sep 07, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us to play board games! Library staff will be available to help you choose a game and learn the rules!
Banned Adolescent Literature: From Book to Film - Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.
Sun, Sep 08, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium
Bob Coscarelli, professor emeritus at College of Lake County, introduces the film and leads the discussion after the showing.
Messy Monday
Mon, Sep 09, 9:30am - 10:30am
Activity Room
Toddlers and caregivers, join us in the Activity Room for messy fun!
American Winter
Mon, Sep 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium
Join us for a screening of "American Winter" (2013), a documentary that unveils the struggles of families in economic hardship, exposing the urgent need for social support.
Book Discussion with Judy Levin - "The House is on Fire" by Rachel Beanland
Tue, Sep 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Brenner Room
Join noted book discussion leader Judy Levin in a conversation about "The House is on Fire" by Rachel Beanland.
Storytime Live! (Ages 3 to 5)
Tue, Sep 10, 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.
Fall Baby Booktime - 0-18 months with caregiver
Wed, Sep 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Activity 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.
Fall Baby Booktime - 0-18 months with caregiver
Wed, Sep 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Activity 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.
Friends Book Sale - Venta de libros
Thu, Sep 12, 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.
Teen Time - Pressed Flower Lantern
Thu, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 8
These DIY candle holders will keep your space feeling bright and cheery! Drop in to make your own!
PJ Storytime
Thu, Sep 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Activity 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.
Fall Book Buzz
Thu, Sep 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium
Find out what to read this fall!
Crafting Club
Fri, Sep 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium
Bring a craft project you're working on and connect with other crafters in the area
3D Printing Club
Fri, Sep 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Activity Room
Join our 3D printing club!
Friends Book Sale - Venta de libros
Sat, Sep 14, 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.
Game Club
Sat, Sep 14, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Adult Services
Join us to play board games! Library staff will be available to help you choose a game and learn the rules!
See all events

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.