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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!

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!

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Social Worker in the Library
Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Learn to Play Mah Jongg
Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium
Library U
Registration is now closed
Friends Book Sale - Venta de libros
Thu, Nov 14, 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.
Learn to Play Canasta
Thu, Nov 14, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium
Library U
Registration is now closed
Teen Time - Leaf Clay Dish
Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 8
Want a place to store trinkets? Drop in to make your own dish!
Goodwill's Empower Youth Program - Empoderar La Juventud
Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Stop by the lobby to learn more about Goodwill's Empower Youth Program, a career training and development program for Illinois youth and young adults ages 16-24.
Beginning Graphic Novel Club
Thu, Nov 14, 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.
Registration is now closed
PJ Storytime
Thu, Nov 14, 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.
Behind the Scenes at Marshall Field's Holiday Traditions
Thu, Nov 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom
Join us on Zoom for an insider's view into the design and execution of the famed animated windows and store decor.
Register
Friends Book Sale - Venta de libros
Sat, Nov 16, 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.
3 Boys Movie Screening
Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:45pm
Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium
Movie Screening
Rock & Read - A Toddler Storytime
Mon, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Activity Room
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.
Beginning Spanish
Mon, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 8
Library U
Registration is now closed
Charcuterie 101 Lecture & Demo - Build A Board Like A Pro!
Mon, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium
Discover the secrets behind crafting the perfect charcuterie board.
Charcuterie 101 Workshop - Build A Board Like A Pro!
Mon, Nov 18, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium
Try your hand at building a charcuterie board.
This event is full
Storytime Live! (Ages 3 to 5)
Tue, Nov 19, 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.
Panel to Panel: A Graphic Novel Book Club - For kids ages 9-11
Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room
Love Graphic Novels? Come talk about them!
This event is full
Memoir Writing
Tue, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 8
Library U
Registration is now closed
Discussions with Davis - James by Percival Everett
Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium
Davis Schneiderman, Executive Director of the Krebs Center for the Humanities and Professor of English at Lake Forest College, leads the book discussion of "James" by Percival Everett.
This event is full
Illinois Libraries Present Chef Art Smith - Holiday Tips and Tricks with Chef Art Smith
Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom
Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holiday season.
Register
Cancelled
Social Worker in the Library
Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Rock & Read 10:30 - A Toddler Storytime
Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Activity Room
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.
Friends Book Sale - Venta de libros
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
Rock & Read 11:30 - A Toddler Storytime
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
Memory Cafe
Thu, Nov 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Activity Room
Individuals and caregivers: join us to socialize and explore a different topic each month. Beverages and snacks provided.
Learn to Play Canasta
Thu, Nov 21, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium
Library U
Registration is now closed
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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.