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After School Gaming

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Middle schoolers can join us on early dismissal days for some gaming fun on the library’s Nintendo Switch! 

Please note that if District 2 calls an eLearning Day this program will be canceled for that day.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Gather after school for a weekly high-octane, rules-light game session. In Dungeons & Dragons, players create characters, embark on epic quests, and work together to overcome challenges using dice rolls and creative problem-solving.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

DIY Body Scrub for Teens

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Get creative after school and make your own custom body scrub! Using natural ingredients, you’ll mix up a soothing scrub with your favorite scents to take home. Perfect for self-care or as a thoughtful gift.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

After-School Meetup with NEDFYS

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Event Details:

Meet up after school to chat over a snack. Doodle on the white board and listen to chill music to de-stress and ease into the weekend. Staff from NEDFYS will facilitate this hangout.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Monday Mayhem

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Technology Class
Event Details:

Monday Mayhem is a time to kick-back, relax, and have some fun. It might be a game, a craft, a film, a project - who knows? You might even learn something. The only guarantee - it will be fun! Virtual Reality will be featured this semester.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

After School Gaming

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Middle schoolers can join us on early dismissal days for some gaming fun on the library’s Nintendo Switch! 

Please note that if District 2 calls an eLearning Day this program will be canceled for that day.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

ILP: Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Virtual
Event Details:

Join us with bestselling author Matthew Desmond in conversation with award-winning journalist, Natalie Moore. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Gather after school for a weekly high-octane, rules-light game session. In Dungeons & Dragons, players create characters, embark on epic quests, and work together to overcome challenges using dice rolls and creative problem-solving.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

LEGO Club for Teens

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Build something amazing with LEGOs after school! It’s a fun way to challenge yourself, try new designs, and relax with friends. 

For grades 6-12.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Build A Birdhouse

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Did you know bird houses help birds to survive? And in turn, birds can breed, keep weeds in control, pollinate flowering plants, and so much more. Let’s help our feathered friends and build them a home.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Monday Mayhem

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Technology Class
Event Details:

Monday Mayhem is a time to kick-back, relax, and have some fun. It might be a game, a craft, a film, a project - who knows? You might even learn something. The only guarantee - it will be fun! Virtual Reality will be featured this semester.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

After School Gaming

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Middle schoolers can join us on early dismissal days for some gaming fun on the library’s Nintendo Switch! 

Please note that if District 2 calls an eLearning Day this program will be canceled for that day.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Gather after school for a weekly high-octane, rules-light game session. In Dungeons & Dragons, players create characters, embark on epic quests, and work together to overcome challenges using dice rolls and creative problem-solving.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Boba & Anime

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Movie
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food, Movie
Event Details:

After school, unwind with boba and anime! Grab a cup of boba tea, sit back, and enjoy some epic anime episodes with friends.

For grades 6-12.

Library is Closed - Memorial Day

All Day
Bensenville Community Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Bensenville Community Public Library
This event is in the "Teens" group.

After School Gaming

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Middle schoolers can join us on early dismissal days for some gaming fun on the library’s Nintendo Switch! 

Please note that if District 2 calls an eLearning Day this program will be canceled for that day.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Gather after school for a weekly high-octane, rules-light game session. In Dungeons & Dragons, players create characters, embark on epic quests, and work together to overcome challenges using dice rolls and creative problem-solving.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Mochi and Anime

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Movie
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food, Movie
Event Details:

Join us after school to try some mochi and watch anime with friends.

For grades 6-12.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Grab & Craft

All Day
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services Department the first Saturday of each month and pick up a craft kit. Each kit will include materials and step-by-step instructions. Kits are available on a first-come, first serve basis, while supplies last.

Library is Closed - Independence Day

All Day
Bensenville Community Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Bensenville Community Public Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Grab & Craft

All Day
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services Department the first Saturday of each month and pick up a craft kit. Each kit will include materials and step-by-step instructions. Kits are available on a first-come, first serve basis, while supplies last.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Grab & Craft

All Day
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services Department the first Saturday of each month and pick up a craft kit. Each kit will include materials and step-by-step instructions. Kits are available on a first-come, first serve basis, while supplies last.

Library is Closed - Labor Day

All Day 8/31 - 9/1
Bensenville Community Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Bensenville Community Public Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Grab & Craft

All Day
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services Department the first Saturday of each month and pick up a craft kit. Each kit will include materials and step-by-step instructions. Kits are available on a first-come, first serve basis, while supplies last.