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Monday Mayhem

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Other
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! This program is intended for ages 8-13.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Book Buddies

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

You and your little ones are invited to join Miss Diane for an interactive and themed storytime. We will read a selection of charming picture books, sing a few songs or do a flannel board rhyme.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

After School Gaming

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 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 Emergency eLearning Day, this program will be canceled for that day. Intended for grades 6-8.

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

ILP: Jason Reynolds

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 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:

Reynolds is a National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature. His latest novel, Twenty-Four Seconds From Now, delves into new territory for him: romance.

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

Jason Reynolds Live: Watch Party

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Performance
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Library Learning Center
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Performance
Event Details:

Join us for an evening with literary star Jason Reynolds, live on the big screen. Reynolds is the award-winning author of Long Way Down and Stamped as well as a National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime: All Together Now!

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Gather the family for a fabulous story time, perfect for ages 0-5! We will sing, read, talk, and play our way through a half-hour of delightful stories, songs, and rhymes.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Gather after school for a weekly high-octane, rules-light game session. Beginner and experienced players welcome! Intended for grades 6 to 12.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Cookie Decorating

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Decorate a sugar cookie at the library! All materials will be provided. All ages welcome!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wine Cork Pumpkin

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Library Learning Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us as we transform wine corks into festive fall decor with our easy to make wine cork pumpkin craft.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Polish Storytime

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Polish Storytime with Ms. Maggie. There will be cool stories, crafts and games awaiting you.

Intended for ages 0 to 6 with a caregiver.

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

Mini Monster Painting

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Try your hand at painting tabletop game miniatures! Select your choice of monster from our supply of owlbears, werewolves, banshees and more. This event is intended for ages 8 and up.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Family Pumpkin Painting Party

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Explore your creative side with this fun pumpkin painting program. Pay homage to your favorite literary character or paint a silly or spooky pumpkin to take home.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Essential Estate Planning: Wills, Trusts, and Power of Attorney Unveiled

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Learn the essentials of estate planning with attorney Lisa Knauf. Discover how Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney can protect your assets, designate guardianship, and empower trusted individuals.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Halloween Boo-Tacular

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Families are invited to celebrate Halloween at the Library with an evening of crafts and games. Don't forget to wear your Halloween costumes for indoor Trick-or-Treating!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Roots Revealed: Personal Genealogy Sessions

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Appointments available from 2-3 pm OR 3-4 pm. To reserve an appointment, please email Elizabeth at emorris@benlib.org, or call 630-766-4642.

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

Monday Mayhem

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Other
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! This program is intended for ages 8-13.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Scary Spooky Storytime

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Gather at sunset to toast s’mores and listen to ghastly tales. Share a story of your own ... if you dare. Intended for ages 6 to 12. Attendees under 9 years of age must have a caregiver remain in the building.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Library Board Meeting

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Board Room / Front Conference Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Board Room / Front Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Bensenville Community Public Library Board of Trustees meet on the fourth Monday of every month at 7:00 p.m. at the Library.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Offering to the Souls: Animecha Kejtsïtakua

All Day 10/29 - 11/4
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Day of the Dead is celebrated across Mexico in different ways, and we will focus on the state of Michoacan, where UNESCO recognizes the tradition as a World Heritage.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Book Buddies

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

You and your little ones are invited to join Miss Diane for an interactive and themed storytime. We will read a selection of charming picture books, sing a few songs or do a flannel board rhyme.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

After School Gaming

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 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 Emergency eLearning Day, this program will be canceled for that day. Intended for grades 6-8.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Needle Guild

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 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:

Calling all knitting, crochet, and embroidery enthusiasts! Are you eager to expand your skills and meet fellow crafters? Look no further than the Needle Guild, your ultimate creative hub.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime: All Together Now!

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Gather the family for a fabulous story time, perfect for ages 0-5! We will sing, read, talk, and play our way through a half-hour of delightful stories, songs, and rhymes.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Learning Center at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Gather after school for a weekly high-octane, rules-light game session. Beginner and experienced players welcome! Intended for grades 6 to 12.