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September 2023

Thu 28
September 1 @ 8:00 AM - September 30 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Slime Art

Make an abstract work of art and the learn the science behind it.  Kits are available starting September 1.  To request a kit, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

Thu 28
September 1 @ 8:00 AM - September 30 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit: Monster Bookmark

Create the perfect fall bookmark! Kits are available starting September 1.  To request a kit, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

October 2023

Mon 2
October 2 @ 8:00 AM - October 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-All About Bats

Acorn Public Library District

Learn some fun facts about bats, do some fun echolocation activities, and make your own flying bat!  Kits available starting October 2.  To request a kit, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

Mon 2
October 2 @ 8:00 AM - October 31 @ 5:00 PM

Craft Kit-Frankenstein

Acorn Public Library District

Make a fun Halloween craft!  Kits available starting Oct. 2.  To request a kit, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

Thu 5
October 5 @ 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Recurring

Lapsit Story and Playtime

Join us for story time for babies and toddlers!  We will sing, recite rhymes, fingerplays, read books and play!  Suitable for children under age 3.  To register for the Fall Session, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Department at...

Thu 5
October 5 @ 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Recurring

3-5 Yr Old Story Time

Join us for story time for preschoolers!  We will read stories, sing, dance, do activities and craft!  Suitable for children ages 3-5.  To register for the Fall Session, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

Thu 5
October 5 @ 6:00 PM

Diversiteen Movie/Book Club “Love, Simon”

Acorn Public Library District

We will read the book prior to each meeting, and then have a brief discussion before watching the movie! To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email bconte@acornlibrary.org. Ages 11-17.

Fri 6
October 6 @ 6:30 PM

Outdoor Halloween Movie Night-“The Nightmare Before Christmas”

Acorn Public Library District

Join us for an outdoor spooky movie!  We'll be showing the 1993 classic The Nightmare Before Christmas! Individually wrapped snacks and water will be served.  Feel free to bring your own snacks! All ages. Be sure to bring a blanket...

Sat 7
October 7 @ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

All Aboard the Learning Train

Acorn Public Library District

Early learning stations are at each stop on this train!  After completing all the stops along the route, your child will earn a small incentive for learning with us! All ages.  No registration required.

Sat 7
October 7 @ 2:30 PM

Saturday Stories-Pumpkin Patch

Acorn Public Library District

Join us for stories, songs and crafts.  All ages.  To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.  

Tue 10
October 10 @ 10:00 AM

Little Builders

Join us for open play where kids can create and build using different materials such as mega blocks, building shapes and other age appropriate materials.   Ages 6 and younger.  To register, call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700 or email...

Tue 10
October 10 @ 6:00 PM

Family Story Time

Acorn Public Library District

Join us for a night of stories, songs and a craft. All ages.  To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

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