Events

Read a story and complete a fun, hands-on activity! Ages 7-10.  To register, call the Youth Services Desk or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

Join us for to create this fun craft!  If you cannot make it, no worries, they will be available as Take and Make Kits following each craft’s date.   All Ages.

Come 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!

Can you race against the clock and be the fastest in our tournament? Ages 9-17. To register, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call 708-687-3700.

Learn about science through hands on sensory play and activities.  Ages 2-5.  To register, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call 708-687-3700.

Each meeting we will build around a theme, and your creation will be on display for the month in the Youth Services Department! Ages 6-12.  To register, call the Library at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

This program teams up one teen volunteer with a child for 15 minutes of reading to help kids build their literacy skills and confidence! Ages 5-10. To register, call the Library at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

STEM activities for kids that are completely edible! Ages 6-9. To register, call the Library at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

Join us for a night of stories, songs and a craft. All ages.  To register, call the Library at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

Learn about different kind of shells in nature and their importance in our environment, along with a fun craft! Ages 8-11.  To register, call the Library at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

Learn how to become a better babysitter!  You'll learn how to stay safe, provide care for young children and infants, and how to choose age appropriate activities.  Please bring a doll if you have one.  Each participant will receive a...

Celebrate Father’s Day by building a toolbox together. Light refreshments will be served. All Ages. To register, call the Library at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

This program includes a high-energy, fast-paced comedy, juggling and variety show for all ages, and a 100% total participation interactive workshop that gets ALL kids learning new and fun skills at the same time. All ages.  To register, call the...

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 9-17. To register, call 708-687-3700 or...

Join us to create new art out of old objects! Ages 7 and up.  To register, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Library at 708-687-3700.  

Do you love to volunteer?  Join our group!  In addition to volunteering at the library and in the community, we also participate in fun activities!  Ages 11-17. To register, call the Library at 708-687-3700 or email bconte@acornlibrary.org.

Multiple creative stations for babies! Drop in any time. Birth-18 Mos. To register, call the Library at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org

Come to see a variety of unusual and exotic animals up close and personal!  Presented by Animal Quest. All ages.  To register, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700,

Read a story and complete a fun, hands-on activity! Ages 7-10. To register, call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

Celebrate your favorite prehistoric creatures with games, crafts and activities! All ages.  To register, call the Youth Services at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

Create fun, useful items out of everyday objects! Ages 9-17. To register, call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.

Learn mindfulness techniques to help regulate strong emotions, control impulses and ease worries. Ages 4-10.  To register, call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.