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Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 12/1 - 1/31
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Games, Other
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens
Program Type: Book Club, Games, Other
Event Details:

December 1 - January 31
Ages 0-18

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Picture Book Surprise Bag

All Day 12/8 - 1/12
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Other
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Other
Event Details:

Ages 0-5

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Mini Canvas Art Show (Canvas Pickup)

All Day 12/22 - 1/9
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event, Other
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event, Other
Event Details:

Stop in the library starting December 22nd to pick up your own mini canvas from the Youth Services desk while supplies last. Paint it however you want and return it to the library by January 9th if you would like it displayed in the library!

Library is Closed - New Year's Eve

All Day
Bensenville Community Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Bensenville Community Public Library

Library is Closed - New Year's Day

All Day
Bensenville Community Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Bensenville Community Public Library
bookmark

Anytime Craft: Botanical Bookmark

All Day
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
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.

brown paper bag

Grab & Craft

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

Ages 3-18

37 Bar & Grill at White Pines

Trivia Night at 37 Bar & Grill

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Food, Games, Other
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Cancelled
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Food, Games, Other
Event Details:

Gather your friends and family to compete against other teams by answering questions about current events, music, sports, and more. The top 3 teams will win gift cards! 

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Needle Guild

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Discussion, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion, Other
Event Details:

Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or embroidery? Would you like to meet others who share your passion? Join us every other Tuesday to work on your projects and connect with fellow crafters. Don’t have a project yet?

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Drop-In Technology Assistance

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class, Other
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class, Other
Event Details:

Need a little extra help with your phone, tablet, or laptop? Stop by anytime between 6:00–8:00 p.m. on Wednesdays for one-on-one assistance.

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Mini Book Sale

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event, Other
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Special Event, Other
Event Details:
Mini Book Sale– Big Finds!

We have too many books. Literally. Help us make space and score some great reads at our Mini Book Sale.

sale

Mini Book Sale

Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event, Other
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Special Event, Other
Event Details:
Mini Book Sale– Big Finds!

We have too many books. Literally. Help us make space and score some great reads at our Mini Book Sale.

art show

Mini Canvas Art Show

All Day 1/12 - 2/13
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event, Other
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event, Other
Event Details:

Come see the creativity of our community on display! From January 12 through the week of February 9th, the library will showcase mini canvases created by artists of all ages.

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Drop-In Technology Assistance

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class, Other
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class, Other
Event Details:

Need a little extra help with your phone, tablet, or laptop? Stop by anytime between 6:00–8:00 p.m. on Wednesdays for one-on-one assistance.

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Coming to America: The Immigrant Experience

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy, Guest Speaker, Virtual, Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, Guest Speaker, Virtual, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the immigrant experience with Laura Street Chaplin as she shares historical perspectives and insights into what records were kept, where to find them, and how naturalization worked- particularly for women.

ginger

Spice Library: Ginger

All Day
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food, Health & Wellness, Other
Event Details:

Try something new in the kitchen with our Spice Library! Take home a small amount of spice and experiment with bold, exciting flavors. A new spice and recipe ideas are available on the third Saturday of each month.

Elizabeth

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

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy, Virtual, Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, Virtual, Workshop, Other
Registration Required
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. 

Elizabeth

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

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy, Virtual, Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, Virtual, Workshop, Other
Registration Required
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. 

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Kindness Fair

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event, Other
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event, Other
Event Details:

Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. with simple acts of kindness: write positive messages and hide them around the library for others to find, handmake a bookmark to share, help make a blanket to donate to kids in need, and more!

blood donors

Versiti Blood Drive: Save Lives With Us

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event, Other
Event Details:

Join us at the Library for a blood drive hosted by Versiti Blood Center of Illinois. Donating blood is a quick and impactful way to support your community. Walk-ins are welcome, but it's best to reserve an appointment.

knitted items

Needle Guild

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Discussion, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion, Other
Event Details:

Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or embroidery? Would you like to meet others who share your passion? Join us every other Tuesday to work on your projects and connect with fellow crafters. Don’t have a project yet?

LEGO heads

LEGO Night

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Calling brick-builders of all ages! Come to the library every third Tuesday of the month to build with our LEGOs. LEGOs cannot leave the library, but we will be happy to display your child’s creations!

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Drop-In Technology Assistance

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class, Other
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class, Other
Event Details:

Need a little extra help with your phone, tablet, or laptop? Stop by anytime between 6:00–8:00 p.m. on Wednesdays for one-on-one assistance.

teen volunteer

Teen Volunteer Hour

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Diamond Meeting Room at Bensenville Community Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event, Other
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event, Other
Event Details:

Are you a teen looking for volunteer hours? Come on down and help out the library staff with some tasks every month! Fenton students may sign up for this through Mrs. Sabatino. Drop-ins are also accepted.