Upcoming Events
Needles in the Bookstacks
Drop-in the Arts & Culture Center on the Main Floor of the library every Saturday with your knitting, cross stitch, or crochet project and join our group! Make progress on your project and share techniques.
Disclaimer(s)
Photo Permission
In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.
Beefing Up An Ancestor's Timeline
So often there are unanswered questions and brick walls surrounding a person on your family tree.
Zoom Webinars and Meetings
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email and reminders containing information about joining the Zoom program. If you need assistance, please email us.
Disclaimer(s)
Virtual Program Conduct Policy
The library's patron conduct policy applies to virtual library programs. Library staff has the right to remove participants from virtual programs who are in violation of the patron conduct policy.
Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables
Pivot Tables turn large sets of Excel data into useable, easily digestible tables. Learn the basics of preparing your data, converting to a Pivot Table, and getting the most out the numbers.
Honest Abe Lincoln: Campaigns and Elections
Mr. Lincoln, portrayed by Kevin Wood, describes his many interesting campaign and election experiences over a long and eventful career, during a time of political intrigue and tumult when the very destiny of our nation was at stake.
Zoom Webinars and Meetings
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email and reminders containing information about joining the Zoom program. If you need assistance, please email us.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Photo Permission
In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.
Virtual Program Conduct Policy
The library's patron conduct policy applies to virtual library programs. Library staff has the right to remove participants from virtual programs who are in violation of the patron conduct policy.
Transferable Skills
Transferable Skills is designed to enhance and recognize key abilities used in various professional fields; such as communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability. In partnership with Goodwill Workforce Connection Center.
Using Your iPhone - Part 1
Let us introduce you to your iPhone! Covers basic navigation, making calls, and sending messages and texts.
Resume Review Drop-In
Looking for opportunities to network, get help completing job applications, writing your resume and cover letter, or preparing for an interview? Drop in to the Resume Review! We will provide support during what can be a stressful time.
CEJA Workforce Programs Info Table
A representative from Goodwill Metropolitan Chicago will have information and answer questions about career opportunities through new workforce programs funded under the Illinois Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA).
Support Group: Parents of Children with Autism
Parents and Caregivers of children of all ages with Autism are welcome to join an open and supportive environment to share experiences, challenges, achievements, and resources.
ACES: BINGO & Trivia
Join us for an afternoon of fun games, companionship, friendly competition, and small prizes. Along with a few rounds of BINGO, we'll test our wits with some trivia!
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
eContent
Boundless
Flipster
App available. Browse current issues of Consumer Reports and People. Read online or download to device.
Kindle
eBooks for Kindle eReaders. eBooks, audiobooks, magazines and newspapers for Kindle Fire.
Databases
Ancestry Library Edition
Premier genealogy resource with federal and state census records, military and immigration records, birth, death, and marriage records, and other reference sources such as high school yearbooks. In-library use only.
AtoZ Maps
Explore 145,000 maps of the world, continents, countries, and states. Browse antique and historical maps, climate and ecology maps, flags of the world, and glossaries. Play geography games.
AtoZ World Culture
Improve your cultural intelligence in an increasingly connected world. Learn about the culture, language, history, food, religion, and much more, for 175 countries.