June STEAM Kit-Penny Boat Challenge
Kits available starting June 1. To request a kit, call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.
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Summer Penpal Program
Join to be paired up with a pen pal from Blue Island! Each child who mails six letters to their pal between June 1 and July 31 qualifies for a free scoop of ice cream at an ice cream social...
Summer Reading Program Kick Off
Acorn Public Library DistrictCome to our Summer Reading Kick Off Bash! There will be a petting zoo, bounce house, a magician creating balloon animals, face painting, music, games, snacks, and while you are here, you can sign up for the Summer Reading Program!...
Summer Reading Kickoff Party
Acorn Public Library DistrictCome to our Summer Reading Kick Off Bash! There will be a petting zoo, bounce house, balloon animals, outdoor games, treats and more. While you are here, you can sign up for the Summer Reading Program!
Pompom Ice Cream Sundae Craft Kit
We’ll provide you with materials to create a pompom ice cream sundae! Supplies are limited. To reserve a kit, please email kspringer@acornlibrary.org.
Buggles Craft Kit
We’ll provide you with materials to create your own buggle! Supplies are limited. To reserve a kit, please email kspringer@acornlibrary.org.
Decorate Your Own Mini Birdhouse Contest Kit
We’ll provide you with your own mini birdhouse that you can decorate using recycled materials or materials at home. You can then submit a picture of your entry to kspringer@acornlibrary.org. Library staff will vote on their favorites, and the winner...
Modern Calligraphy: Brush Pen
Meeting RoomRevive the art of calligraphy with a modern twist. Instructor Audrey Ra of Audrey Ra Design will teach participants how to write with a brush pen by practicing basic strokes and the lowercase alphabet. To register, please call the library...
The Hidden Gifts of Visual Thinkers with Dr. Temple Grandin
ZoomJoin us for a special event with Dr. Temple Grandin, one of the world’s most accomplished and well-known adults with autism. Dr. Grandin has been at the forefront of research and activism for autism and neurodiversity for decades. This event...
Genealogy Drop-In
Conference RoomNeed assistance with your genealogy research? Our Genealogy Group can help answer your questions on the first Wednesday of every month! For more information about SSGHS, visit www.ssghs.org
Lapsit and Playtime
Acorn Public Library DistrictMeet up with all your story time friends for some stories, songs, rhymes, bubbles and playtime! Suitable for babies and toddlers.
Outdoor Story Time
Acorn Public Library DistrictJoin us for stories, songs and sidewalk chalk outside! Story Time is all ages and will be held on the lawn near the upper level parking lot. If weather or cicadas prevents us from being outdoors, we will meet in...