Acorn Photo Contest
Submit photos you take of acorns or that incorporate acorns in some way to us by the end of the day on November 30th. Library staff will vote on their favorites, and the winner will receive a small prize! Email...
Loading view.
Kids Craft Kit-Scarecrow
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 November 1.
STEAM Kit-Balancing Apple
Acorn Public Library DistrictTest your balancing skills with this fun apple stem activity. Kits available starting November 1. To request a kit, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700.
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
An Offer You Can’t Refuse: The Mob’s Influence on Popular Culture (Murder, Mayhem, and the Mob Part 4)
Meeting RoomFor over a century we have seen the Mob become not only a symbol for Chicago, but also a shockingly resonant symbol within the American narrative itself. But generally speaking, the knowledge and recognition of the Mob's role in Americana...
Diversiteen Book/Movie Club- “The Art of Racing in the Rain”
Acorn Public Library DistrictRead the book on your own and we will have a brief discussion and then watch the movie version! Ages 11-17. To register, email bconte@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700.
Barcodes Nonfiction Book Discussion Group
Conference RoomThe 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.
Little STEAM Lab-Turkey Time
Acorn Public Library DistrictJoin us for hands on sensory play and activities. To register, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700.
Slime Time-Turkey Slime
Acorn Public Library DistrictMake some glittery Thanksgiving themed slime! Ages 7 and up. To register, email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700.
Game Club
Acorn Public Library DistrictJoin us for a variety of games, or bring your favorite to play! Ages 8-12. To register email; jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Department at 708-687-3700.
Eat Your Science-Gummy Fossils
Acorn Public Library DistrictSTEM activities for kids that are completely edible. Ages 6-9. To register email jmarquardt@acornlibrary.org or call the Youth Services Desk at 708-687-3700.
This is Really War: The Incredible True Story of a Navy Nurse POW in the Occupied Philippines
Meeting RoomIn 1941, twelve U.S. Navy Nurses were taken prisoner of war in the Philippines by the Empire of Japan. They were soon transferred to a civilian concentration camp in Manila. Under the direction of Chief Nurse Laura Cobb, the nurses...