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6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

DIY Winter Snow Globe

December 27, 2022 @ 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

DIY Winter Snow Globe

Create a wintery looking snow globe that will surely put you in the spirit of the season.  Ages 8-12.  To register call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

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1 event, 3

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

Learn some cool facts about snow and do a fun snowflake craft. Kits available starting Jan. 3.  To request a kit email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Desk Jan. 3 or after.

2 events, 4

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Recurring

Genealogy Drop-In

January 4 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Recurring

Genealogy Drop-In

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

2 events, 5

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Recurring

Barcodes Nonfiction Book Discussion Group

January 5 @ 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Recurring

Barcodes Nonfiction Book Discussion Group

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.

1 event, 6

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

1 event, 7

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

1 event, 8

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

4 events, 9

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

Stop by the Adult Services desk to receive a list of clues that will take you on a winter themed scavenger hunt around the library. Participants will be entered into a drawing for a small prize!

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Snowman Craft Kit

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Snowman Craft Kit

We’ll provide you with a paper tube, paint, and accessories to create a snowman. Supplies are limited. To reserve a kit, please email kspringer@acornlibrary.org.

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pine Cone Snowy Owl Craft Kit

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pine Cone Snowy Owl Craft Kit

We’ll provide you with a pine cone and other materials to create a snowy owl. Supplies are limited. To reserve a kit, please email kspringer@acornlibrary.org. 

3 events, 10

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Tech Time

January 10 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Tech Time

Book a fifteen minute time slot with an Adult Services staff member to answer your technology questions or to direct you to reputable sources of evaluative information. Registration is required. Tech Time sessions cannot offer legal, medical, or tax advice,...

3 events, 11

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Inciting Joy: A Conversation with Ross Gay

January 11 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Inciting Joy: A Conversation with Ross Gay

Kick off your new year with a conversation about joy with best-selling essayist and award-winning poet Ross Gay. An exploration of the joy we incite when we turn our attention to what we love and what brings us together, Ross...

2 events, 12

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

2 events, 13

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

2 events, 14

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

2 events, 15

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

2 events, 16

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

Winter Scavenger Hunt

4 events, 17

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Little Yogis Story Time

January 17 @ 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Little Yogis Story Time

Bring your yoga mat for stories, yoga poses and mindful fun!  Story Time is followed by an open playtime.  Ages 3-6.  To register, call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Story Time Fun

January 17 @ 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Story Time Fun

Ms. Regina has a fantastically cute Story Time Fun planned! You will learn all about hibernation through fun books and get to create your own cozy hibernating bear craft!  Ages 3-8. To register, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call 708-687-3700.

3 events, 18

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Retirement Readiness

January 18 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Retirement Readiness

Casey Wealth Management of Orland Park will discuss the key phases of financial planning with particular emphasis on Social Security preparation. Come spend an evening with us to discover proven financial planning tips in a straightforward and down-to-earth atmosphere. To...

5 events, 19

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Recurring

Lapsit Story Time

January 19 @ 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Recurring

Lapsit Story Time

Join us for our story time for our youngest patrons and their caregivers!  We will sing, dance, read short books, and have fun!  Story time is followed by an open playtime.  To register, call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700...

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

3-5 Yr Old Story Time

January 19 @ 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

3-5 Yr Old Story Time

We will read stories, sing, dance, make crafts and other early literacy activities! This preschool story time is perfect for kids ages 3-5 years old. To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

TAG

January 19 @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 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...

3 events, 20

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Preschool Lab-Snowman Playdough

January 20 @ 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Preschool Lab-Snowman Playdough

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

3 events, 21

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Are You Yeti For Some Fun?

January 21 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Are You Yeti For Some Fun?

What are yetis?  Are they real?  We will learn all about these creatures also known as Abominable Snowmen, go on a Yeti Hunt, and create our own yetis! Ages 4-8. To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or...

2 events, 22

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

3 events, 23

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

Winter Scavenger Hunt

6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Elementary Lab-Frozen Science

January 23 @ 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Elementary Lab-Frozen Science

Join us for STEAM activities perfect for younger elementary ages! Ages 6-8.  To register, call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

3 events, 24

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Make A Snowball Shooter

January 24 @ 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Make A Snowball Shooter

Make your own snowball shooter!  Ages 7-10.  To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

3 events, 25

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Memo Board Craft

January 25 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Memo Board Craft

Join us to create your own memo board! Space is limited. This event is for ages 18 and up only. To register, please email kspringer@acornlibrary.org. 

3 events, 26

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Recurring

Lapsit Story Time

January 26 @ 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Recurring

Lapsit Story Time

Join us for our story time for our youngest patrons and their caregivers!  We will sing, dance, read short books, and have fun!  Story time is followed by an open playtime.  To register, call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700...

2 events, 27

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

2 events, 28

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

2 events, 29

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

2 events, 30

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

Winter Scavenger Hunt

2 events, 31

2023-01-03

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

2023-01-09

Winter Scavenger Hunt

3 events, 1

2023-02-01

Letter to a Book Contest

Letter to a Book Contest

February 1 @ 8:00 AM - February 14 @ 5:00 PM

Letter to a Book Contest

Submit a love letter or a break-up letter to your favorite or least favorite book! Library staff will vote on their favorite letters and the winner will receive a small prize. Submit your entries to kspringer@acornlibrary.org by the end of...

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Braided Heart Wreath Craft

February 1 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Braided Heart Wreath Craft

Join us to create your own heart wreath! Space is limited. This event is for ages 18 and up only. To register, please email kspringer@acornlibrary.org. 

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Recurring

Genealogy Drop-In

February 1 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Recurring

Genealogy Drop-In

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

3 events, 2

2023-02-01

Letter to a Book Contest

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Recurring

Lapsit Story Time

February 2 @ 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Recurring

Lapsit Story Time

Join us for our story time for our youngest patrons and their caregivers!  We will sing, dance, read short books, and have fun!  Story time is followed by an open playtime.  To register, call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700...

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Recurring

Barcodes Nonfiction Book Discussion Group

February 2 @ 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Recurring

Barcodes Nonfiction Book Discussion Group

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.

1 event, 3

2023-02-01

Letter to a Book Contest

2 events, 4

2023-02-01

Letter to a Book Contest

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Painting Class

February 4 @ 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Painting Class

Learn how to paint a Valentine's Day themed picture! 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. To register, please call the...

1 event, 5

2023-02-01

Letter to a Book Contest

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December 27, 2022 @ 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

DIY Winter Snow Globe

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January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 4 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Recurring

Genealogy Drop-In

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 5 @ 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Recurring

Barcodes Nonfiction Book Discussion Group

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Snowman Craft Kit

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pine Cone Snowy Owl Craft Kit

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 10 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Tech Time

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 11 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Inciting Joy: A Conversation with Ross Gay

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 17 @ 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Little Yogis Story Time

January 17 @ 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Story Time Fun

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 18 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Retirement Readiness

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 19 @ 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Recurring

Lapsit Story Time

January 19 @ 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

3-5 Yr Old Story Time

January 19 @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

TAG

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 20 @ 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Preschool Lab-Snowman Playdough

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 21 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Are You Yeti For Some Fun?

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 23 @ 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Elementary Lab-Frozen Science

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 24 @ 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Make A Snowball Shooter

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 25 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Memo Board Craft

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 26 @ 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Recurring

Lapsit Story Time

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

January 3
January 3 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

January STEAM Kit-It’s Snowing!

January 9 @ 8:00 AM - January 31 @ 5:00 PM

Winter Scavenger Hunt

February 1
February 1 @ 8:00 AM - February 14 @ 5:00 PM

Letter to a Book Contest

February 1 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Braided Heart Wreath Craft

February 1 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Recurring

Genealogy Drop-In

February 1
February 1 @ 8:00 AM - February 14 @ 5:00 PM

Letter to a Book Contest

February 2 @ 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Recurring

Lapsit Story Time

February 2 @ 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Recurring

Barcodes Nonfiction Book Discussion Group

February 1
February 1 @ 8:00 AM - February 14 @ 5:00 PM

Letter to a Book Contest

February 1
February 1 @ 8:00 AM - February 14 @ 5:00 PM

Letter to a Book Contest

February 4 @ 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Painting Class

February 1
February 1 @ 8:00 AM - February 14 @ 5:00 PM

Letter to a Book Contest

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