Outdoor Story Time
Join 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...
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Outdoor Story Time
Join 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...
Outdoor Story Time
Join 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...
Kids Craft Kit-Firefly
Kits are available starting Aug. 1. To request a kit, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call 708-687-3700.
STEAM Kit-Marble Race
Kits available starting Aug. 1. To request a kit, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.
6 events,
Stories and STEAM-Weather
Stories and STEAM-Weather
Read a story and complete a fun, hands-on activity! Ages 7-10. To register, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.
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Zumba Class
Zumba Class
Join us for Zumba class this summer! All levels are welcome. Space is limited. To register, please call the library at 708-687-3700 or email kspringer@acornlibrary.org.
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Origami Bookmark Kit
Origami Bookmark Kit
We’ll provide you with materials to create your own origami bookmark! Supplies are limited. To reserve a kit, please email kspringer@acornlibrary.org.
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Nature Diorama Contest Kit
Nature Diorama Contest Kit
We’ll provide you with your own nature-themed diorama that you can decorate using 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 will receive a...
3 events,
Genealogy Drop-In
Genealogy Drop-In
Need 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
3 events,
Barcodes Nonfiction Book Discussion Group
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.
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Italian Conversation Group
Italian Conversation Group
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.
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Henry Villard, a Civil War Correspondent
Henry Villard, a Civil War Correspondent
In this portrayal by Scott Dominiak, Civil War correspondent Henry Villard will talk about the state of newspapers in both the North and South (particularly in Chicago), how political newspapers were, changes in technology, the armies’ use of newspapers, and...
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Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Join us for chair yoga this fall! All levels are welcome. Space is limited. To register, please call the library at 708-687-3700 or email kspringer@acornlibrary.org.
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Ageless Grace *CANCELLED*
Ageless Grace *CANCELLED*
Join us for this fun, creative, and playful chair exercise program that works out your brain as well as your body. Ageless Grace (Brain & Body Fitness) is a fun, creative, and playful exercise program that works out your brain...
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Social Security & Retirement Planning Basics
Social Security & Retirement Planning Basics
This presentation by Ray Kozicki will address factors to consider when determining what age to file for Social Security, ways to avoid higher taxation of your Social Security benefits, and retirement threats and how to avoid them. Attendees will also...
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Boss of Bosses? Giancana’s Chicago (Murder, Mayhem, and the Mob Part 3)
Boss of Bosses? Giancana’s Chicago (Murder, Mayhem, and the Mob Part 3)
As the Jet Age approached, the Chicago Mob was prepared to jettison its old image and conform to new times and methods. The National Crime Syndicate was big business, and stepping into the role of leadership in the Chicago "franchise"...
Movie Club
Movie Club
Join us for a discussion of a specific movie. Contact Adult Services for more information.
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1 event,
SEL Saturdays-Big Feelings
SEL Saturdays-Big Feelings
Learn social-emotional skills that are critical or success in school and life. Ages 4-10. To register, call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.
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Stories and STEAM-National Dots Day
Stories and STEAM-National Dots Day
We’ll read a story and then we’ll get to do a cool STEAM project to go with it! Ages 7-11. To register, call the Youth Services Desk or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.
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Medicare 101 – Session 1: The ABC and D’s of Medicare
Medicare 101 – Session 1: The ABC and D’s of Medicare
Join Licensed Agent and Medicare Specialist Hurley Wilbourne and alert yourself to the Costs, Penalties, and Time Frames that are Medicare. This educational presentation will cover all the basics. To register, please call the library at 708-687-3700 or email kspringer@acornlibrary.org.
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2 events,
Lapsit and Playtime
Lapsit and Playtime
Join us for our story time for our youngest patrons, full of stories, songs, action rhymes, bubbles and playtime! For babies and toddlers. To register for the session, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700.
3-5 Yr Old Story Time
3-5 Yr Old Story Time
Join us for stories, songs, activities and a craft! Ages 3-5. To register for the session, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.
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Inside Out 2 Craft Club
Inside Out 2 Craft Club
Drop in dressed as your favorite emotion and create a fun craft. Ages 7 and up. To register, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700.
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Alice’s Ordinary People
Alice’s Ordinary People
Join us for a screening of “Alice’s Ordinary People'' with an introduction by director, Craig Dudnick. Alice Tregay’s story is one of ordinary people affecting extraordinary change for human rights. It included five decades of fearless activism and the continuing...
5 events,
Forest Preserve Bingo
Stop by the Adult Services desk to receive a bingo card with items to locate in your local forest preserves! When you get a bingo, bring your card back to the Adult Services desk to receive a raffle ticket for...
STEAM Kit-National Pumpkin Seed Day
Celebrate National Pumpkin Seed Day by doing this fun pumpkin seed activity. Kits available starting October 1. To request a kit, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call 708-687-3700.
Kids Craft Kit-Ghost
Pick up a cute craft kit to complete at home! To request a kit, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700 starting October 1.
Halloween Book Haunt
Pick up a haunted house reading log at the Youth Services Desk and read in at least 3 rooms of your house. Place stickers in the corresponding room of your haunted house reading log, color and bring back your completed...
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Medicare 101 – Session 2: Part D: What is a Donut Hole?
Medicare 101 – Session 2: Part D: What is a Donut Hole?
Join Licensed Agent and Medicare Specialist Hurley Wilbourne at this educational presentation for a more thorough understanding of Medicare Drug Plans as we take a deeper dive into the design, pricing and penalties that exist. We will also discuss the...
5 events,
Genealogy Drop-In
Genealogy Drop-In
Need 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
8 events,
Lapsit and Playtime
Lapsit and Playtime
Join us for our story time for our youngest patrons, full of stories, songs, action rhymes, bubbles and playtime! For babies and toddlers. To register for the session, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700.
3-5 Yr Old Story Time
3-5 Yr Old Story Time
Join us for stories, songs, activities and a craft! Ages 3-5. To register for the session, call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700 or email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org.
Tween/Teen Paint Party-Candy Corn
Tween/Teen Paint Party-Candy Corn
Paint everyone’s favorite Halloween candy! Ages 9-17. To register, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700.