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ILP: Chicago Pizza with Steve Dolinsky

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Virtual
Event Details:

Illinois Libraries Present Steve Dolinsky, well known Food Guy reporter at NBC 5 (Chicago) and James Beard Award winner for his TV, radio and podcast work.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

LoveLit Book Club: A Shadow in the Ember

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

We blend romance and literary fiction to explore love, loss, and human connections through storytelling. Books will be available at the Front desk one month before the discussion.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Needle Guild

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Knitting, crochet, and embroidery enthusiasts—want to grow your skills and connect with others? Join the Needle Guild, your creative community!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Film Talk

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Board Room / Front Conference Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Board Room / Front Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Movie
Event Details:

Share your perspectives with fellow movie enthusiasts about these hand-picked titles chosen by Emily every month.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Board Game Social Club

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room / Front Conference Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Board Room / Front Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Bring your friends and family to the library for board games fun. Use our games, cards, and puzzles or bring your own to share.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Roots Revealed: Personal Genealogy Session (2-3pm)

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Unlock your family history with a personalized genealogy appointment. Receive one hour of guidance, share discoveries, and solve research challenges. Bring a USB thumb drive to save your work.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Roots Revealed: Personal Genealogy Session (3-4 pm)

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Unlock your family history with a personalized genealogy appointment. Receive one hour of guidance, share discoveries, and solve research challenges. Bring a USB thumb drive to save your work.

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

ILP: Love & Laughs with Michelle Buteau

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Virtual
Event Details:

Michelle Buteau, an American stand-up comedian, actress, television host, producer, and podcast host.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Needle Guild

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Knitting, crochet, and embroidery enthusiasts—want to grow your skills and connect with others? Join the Needle Guild, your creative community!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Anytime Crafts: Heart Birdseed Ornament

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Get crafty on your own time with Anytime Craft Kits! Kits are available all week long beginning the first Saturday of the month, or while supplies last. Each kit includes materials and instructions for one project.

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

FAFSA Workshop

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Library Learning Center
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

ISAC representatives will lead college applicants and their parents through the process of filling out the free FAFSA application for financial aid. 

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

ILP: James McBride

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Virtual
Event Details:

Illinois Libraries Present James McBride, an award-winning author, musician, and screenwriter.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Taste & Tell

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Each month we will dive into a new theme and cookbook. Pick your own cookbook or online recipe that fits the theme, then join our discussion as we share recipes and culinary experiences.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Art for Relaxation: A Coloring Program

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Using a selection of printed, seasonal subjects, participants are welcome to bring their own creativity & art supplies or use the color pencils/markers supplied for these art and music enhanced relaxing, creativity sessions.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Board Game Social Club

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room / Front Conference Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Board Room / Front Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Bring your friends and family to the library for board games fun. Use our games, cards, and puzzles or bring your own to share.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Thursday Night Book Club: Cassandra in Reverse

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

We read popular titles, bestsellers, and more! Join us for discussions virtually on Zoom. Books will be available for checkout one month before the discussion.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Book Brunch: Cassandra in Reverse

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Board Room / Front Conference Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Board Room / Front Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

We read popular titles, bestsellers, and more! Books will be available for checkout one month before the discussion.

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

The Animals of the Chinese Zodiac by Yvonne Wolf, Chinese Intercultural, LLC speaker

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Library Learning Center
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

The Chinese use the zodiac animals to inspire and encourage positive qualities in ourselves by learning from the natural world.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

LoveLit Book Club: The Keeper of Happy Endings

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We blend romance and literary fiction to explore love, loss, and human connections through storytelling. Books will be available at the Front desk one month before the discussion.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Roots Revealed: Personal Genealogy Session (2-3pm)

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Unlock your family history with a personalized genealogy appointment. Receive one hour of guidance, share discoveries, and solve research challenges. Bring a USB thumb drive to save your work.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Roots Revealed: Personal Genealogy Session (3-4 pm)

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Unlock your family history with a personalized genealogy appointment. Receive one hour of guidance, share discoveries, and solve research challenges. Bring a USB thumb drive to save your work.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Needle Guild

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Knitting, crochet, and embroidery enthusiasts—want to grow your skills and connect with others? Join the Needle Guild, your creative community!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Film Talk

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Board Room / Front Conference Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Board Room / Front Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Movie
Event Details:

Share your perspectives with fellow movie enthusiasts about these hand-picked titles chosen by Emily every month.

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

ILP: Slowing Down with Amy Tan

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Virtual
Event Details:

Amy Tan is a celebrated American author known for her rich storytelling, which often explores Chinese-American identity and mother-daughter relationships.