June Steam Kit-Firefly Science
Discover what makes a firefly light up and then do a fun glow stick experiment! To request a kit, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Department starting the 1st of each month.
Discover what makes a firefly light up and then do a fun glow stick experiment! To request a kit, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Department starting the 1st of each month.
Take this trivia quiz that we will post a link to on our Facebook page! Then provide your contact details once you've completed it. Those with the most correct answers will be entered into a drawing for an Amazon gift...
Stop by the Adult Services desk to receive a list of clues that will lead you to different locations outside of the library. Each location will have a puzzle for you to solve. Write the answers on your clue sheet...
What makes a firefly light up? Find out in this program and also make your own glowing firefly jar. Ages 7-10. Registration starts June 14. To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.
Join us to make your own pair of binoculars! All ages. Registration starts June 16 by emailing jmarquadt@acornlibrary.org or calling 708-687-3700. If you cannot make it, no worries! We will have the craft available as take and make kits starting...
Michelle Zauner, the indie rock star of Japanese Breakfast fame, discusses her music career and her bestselling book Crying in H Mart. Her memoir about growing up Korean American, losing her mother, and forging her own identity was a New...
To request a kit starting July 1, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org for call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700.
This kit always a favorite! Learn about chemical reactions and have fun making your own film canister firework! To request a kit starting July 1, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org for call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700.
Drop off your stuffy to have a fun campout at the library! We will document all the fun activities your stuffy does and you will get a treat bag when you pick it up. All ages. To register, call the...
As a musical entity The Beatles have not existed for over 50 years, yet their story, their personalities and most importantly their music continue to fascinate and resonate. Thanks to a treasure chest of memorable songs and an uncanny ability...
Join us for fitness classes for seniors! Space is limited. To register, please call the library at 708-687-3700 or email kspringer@acornlibrary.org.Â
Can you solve our camping themed riddle scavenger hunt? Ages 9 and up. To register starting June 24, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call 708-687-3700.
Magician John Measner will amaze us with magic, illusions and fun! To register starting Jun e25, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700.
We’ll provide you with a wooden circle and paint to create a watermelon coaster. Supplies are limited. To reserve a kit, please email kspringer@acornlibrary.org.Â
We’ll provide you with a rock and paint to create your own design. Supplies are limited. To reserve a kit, please email kspringer@acornlibrary.org.Â
Join us for a casual Italian conversation group led by Oak Forest resident Franco Lafiandra. All skill levels are welcome. To register, please call the library at 708-687-3700 or email kspringer@acornlibrary.org.
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 Under. To register, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Department at...
Create your own colorful, unique T! All Participants must bring a clean white t-shirt to dye, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. This is a family event, with parents and children creating the t-shirts together! To register,...
Make your own silly creature that will grow real grass as hair! Ages 5 and up. To register starting June 29, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700.
Join us to create your own suncatcher! Space is limited. This event is for ages 18 and up only. To register, please email kspringer@acornlibrary.org.Â
Bring your scariest stories to share! Ages 9 and up. To register starting June 30, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700.
We are going to create fun and unique sun catchers out of slime! Ages 7 and up. To register starting July 1, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call 708-687-3700.
Learn how to paint a picture featuring flowers! Brushes, canvases, and paint will all be provided! Space is extremely limited and this event is for ages 18 and up only. All skill levels are welcome to attend. The June and...
We’ll provide you with supplies to make your own small chalkboard out of a ceramic tile. Supplies are limited. To reserve a kit, please email kspringer@acornlibrary.org.Â
Families will work together in teams to complete challenges and try to make it to the finish line first! To register, starting August 1, call the Youth Services Department or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org,
Stop by and use supplies we have available to make your own creation! Space is limited. This event is for ages 18 and up only. To register, please email kspringer@acornlibrary.org.Â
Join us for a night of stories, songs, a craft and fun! Ages 3-8. To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.
Join us for fitness classes for seniors! Space is limited. To register, please call the library at 708-687-3700 or email kspringer@acornlibrary.org.Â
Join us for hands on sensory play and activities! To register starting June 8, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700.
Dave Dinaso will be bringing his traveling world of reptiles to the library! All Ages. To register, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Department at 08-687-3700.
Total war led to total espionage as each major participant in the Second World War attempted to fathom the actions of the opposition – and in some cases even of its allies. The results ranged from the sublime to the...
Babies and Toddlers can join us in the Story Time Room for songs, rhymes, fun and games! To register, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700.
Kids and families can join us outside for a fun and interactive story time with outdoor play. All Ages. To register call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.
Join us for fitness 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.Â
Join us for an outdoor movie! Snacks and water will be served. Feel free to being your own snacks, and a chair or something comfy to sit on. To register, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700. ...