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2 events, 1

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

Learn some cool rainbow facts; then do a fun Skittles Experiment. Kits will be available starting May 1.  To request a kit, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

Create your own cute little bald eagle from the kit and instructions we provide!  Kits are available starting May 1.  To request a kit, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

2 events, 2

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2 events, 3

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2 events, 4

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2 events, 5

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

4 events, 6

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

All Aboard the Learning Train

May 6 @ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

All Aboard the Learning Train

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.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Mother’s Day Garden Party

May 6 @ 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Mother’s Day Garden Party

Celebrate mom and her green thumb at this Mother’s Day Garden Party!  All ages.  To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

2 events, 7

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2 events, 8

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

4 events, 9

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Little Builders

May 9 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 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.   Up to age 6.  To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email...

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Art Club-Handprint Lilies

May 9 @ 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Art Club-Handprint Lilies

If you like to be creative, join us for art club!  This month we will be making Paper Handprint Lilies! Ages 7 and up.  To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

2 events, 10

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

3 events, 11

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Creators Club

May 11 @ 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Creators Club

Do you love to draw or write?  Are knitting or crafting something?  Bring your project or ideas and collaborate with others in a quiet environment. Ages 9 and up.  To register, call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700 or email...

3 events, 12

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Preschool Lab-May Flowers

May 12 @ 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Preschool Lab-May Flowers

Join us for hands on sensory play and activities.  Ages 3-5.  To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

2 events, 13

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2 events, 14

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

3 events, 15

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Elementary Lab-May Flowers

May 15 @ 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Elementary Lab-May Flowers

Join us for STEAM activities perfect for younger elementary ages!  Ages 6-9.  To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

2 events, 16

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2 events, 17

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

3 events, 18

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

TAG

May 18 @ 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

TAG

Does meeting new friends and hanging out with your peers while planning volunteer activities sound interesting to you? The TAG group volunteers at the library and in the community on a monthly basis as opportunities present themselves. Come join the...

2 events, 19

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

3 events, 20

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Little Travelers-Spain

May 20 @ 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Little Travelers-Spain

Each month, explore the people and culture of a different country through reading, activities and snacks. Ages 4-9.  To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

2 events, 21

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2 events, 22

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2 events, 23

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2 events, 24

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2 events, 25

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2 events, 26

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2 events, 27

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2 events, 28

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2 events, 29

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

3 events, 30

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Tissue Paper Watercolor Art

May 30 @ 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Tissue Paper Watercolor Art

Make a vibrant and colorful piece of art! Ages 7-11.  To register call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

2 events, 31

2023-05-01

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

2023-05-01

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

2 events, 1

2023-06-01

STEAM Kit-Simple Bird Kite

STEAM Kit-Simple Bird Kite

June 1 @ 8:00 AM - June 30 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Simple Bird Kite

Learn about Newton’s Law and what it takes to make a kite fly!  Kits available starting June 1.  To request a kit, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Pool Noodle Monster Craft

June 1 @ 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Pool Noodle Monster Craft

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

2 events, 2

2023-06-01

STEAM Kit-Simple Bird Kite

2023-06-02

Craft Kit-Pool Noodle Monster

Craft Kit-Pool Noodle Monster

June 2 @ 8:00 AM - June 30 @ 5:00 PM

Craft Kit-Pool Noodle Monster

Pick up a craft kit to make at home!  Kits are available starting June 2. To request a kit, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

3 events, 3

2023-06-01

STEAM Kit-Simple Bird Kite

2023-06-02

Craft Kit-Pool Noodle Monster

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Saturday Stories

June 3 @ 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Saturday Stories

Take a break during your weekend and enjoy an hour of stories, fun and crafts. All ages.  To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

2 events, 4

2023-06-01

STEAM Kit-Simple Bird Kite

2023-06-02

Craft Kit-Pool Noodle Monster

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 6 @ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

All Aboard the Learning Train

May 6 @ 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Mother’s Day Garden Party

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 9 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Little Builders

May 9 @ 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Art Club-Handprint Lilies

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 11 @ 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Creators Club

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 12 @ 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Preschool Lab-May Flowers

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 15 @ 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Elementary Lab-May Flowers

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 18 @ 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

TAG

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 20 @ 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Little Travelers-Spain

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

May 30 @ 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Tissue Paper Watercolor Art

May 1
May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Rainbow Science

May 1 @ 8:00 AM - May 31 @ 5:00 PM

Kids Craft Kit-Pom Pom Bald Eagle

June 1
June 1 @ 8:00 AM - June 30 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Simple Bird Kite

June 1 @ 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Pool Noodle Monster Craft

June 1
June 1 @ 8:00 AM - June 30 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Simple Bird Kite

June 2 @ 8:00 AM - June 30 @ 5:00 PM

Craft Kit-Pool Noodle Monster

June 1
June 1 @ 8:00 AM - June 30 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Simple Bird Kite

June 2 @ 8:00 AM - June 30 @ 5:00 PM

Craft Kit-Pool Noodle Monster

June 3 @ 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Saturday Stories

June 1
June 1 @ 8:00 AM - June 30 @ 5:00 PM

STEAM Kit-Simple Bird Kite

June 2 @ 8:00 AM - June 30 @ 5:00 PM

Craft Kit-Pool Noodle Monster

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