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May 2023

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

Little Travelers-Spain

Acorn Public Library District

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.

Tue 30
May 30 @ 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Getting Creative Outdoors-Frisbee Art

Acorn Public Library District

Each meeting will focus on a STEAM activity.  Dress for a mess! Ages 8-10. To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org with your child's name, age and phone number/email address.

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

Tween/Teen Candy Bar Bingo

Acorn Public Library District

Bring a full size candy bar and get a bingo card to play!  Maximum of 2 candy bars per player-Bingo is a game of chance and not everyone will win a candy bar.  Ages 9 and up. To register, call the...

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

Tissue Paper Watercolor Art

Acorn Public Library District

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.

June 2023

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

Pool Noodle Monster Craft

Acorn Public Library District

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.

Thu 1
June 1 @ 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Recurring

Barcodes Nonfiction Book Discussion Group

Conference Room

The Barcodes Nonfiction Book Discussion Group will hold their monthly meeting in the Library’s Meeting Room. If you are interested in attending this meeting, please contact the Adult Services Department.

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

Saturday Stories

Acorn Public Library District

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.

Mon 5
June 5 @ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tiny Art Contest Kit

Acorn Public Library District

We’ll provide you with a small canvas and some paint. Then, use that and any other supplies from home to decorate your canvas. You can  then submit a picture of your entry to kspringer@acornlibrary.org. Library staff will vote on their...

Mon 5
June 5 @ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pinecone Hedgehogs Kit

Acorn Public Library District

We’ll provide you with materials to create a colorful hedgehog made out of a pinecone! Supplies are limited. To reserve a kit, please email kspringer@acornlibrary.org. 

Tue 6
June 6 @ 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Zumba Class

Meeting Room

Join us for Zumba classes this summer! All levels are welcome. Space is limited. To register, please call the library at 708-687-3700 or email kspringer@acornlibrary.org. 

Tue 6
June 6 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Navigate Your Stars: A Conversation with Jesmyn Ward

Zoom

Join us for an evening with two-time National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward. Hailed as “the new Toni Morrison” by the American Booksellers Association, Jesmyn will discuss her life, her literary vision and her unique perspectives on love and loss....

Wed 7
June 7 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Recurring

Genealogy Drop-In

Conference Room

Need assistance with your genealogy research? Patty Higgins from the South Suburban Genealogical and Historical Society is available to answer your questions here at Acorn on the first Wednesday of each month. For more information about SSGHS, visit www.ssghs.org

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