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Picture Book Surprise Bag: Celebrating Wondrous Women

All Day 3/1 - 4/18
Babies & Toddlers
Book Club
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Sign up to reserve a bag with:

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

Lit Loot Subscription Boxes: Wonderful Women

All Day 3/17 - 4/14
Children, Teens
Book Club
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Sign up to reserve a box containing two books for checkout along with treats, activities, and crafts for you to keep. Fill out a brief survey to register and receive books tailored just for you.

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

Polish Storytime

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

Join Ms. Maggie for Polish storytime, and enjoy crafts and games that encourage creativity. Intended for ages 0-6 with a caregiver.

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

Kindness Rocks

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

Stop by after school to paint your very own kindness rock! Add a splash of color, a fun design, or a kind message on your rock—then choose to leave it in our library garden to spread some cheer or take it home as a special keepsake.

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

Book Buddies

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

Join Miss Diane for a themed storytime designed to help develop your child’s literacy skills while creating lasting memories together. Your little ones will enjoy listening to charming picture books, singing songs, and doing flannel board rhymes.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Needle Guild

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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 "Everyone" group.

Family Movie Night

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Everyone
Movie
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Library Learning Center
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Get the family together to watch a movie on the big screen at the library. Movie titles are selected each month based on the latest family-friendly movie releases.

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

All Together Now Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Storytime
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
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 "Everyone" group.

Mini Canvas Painting

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Everyone
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Paint your own mini canvas any way you like! Please wear something you won’t mind getting dirty.

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

Celebrating the Cherry Blossom Festival

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Performance
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Library Learning Center
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:

Japan has been a fascinating American tourist attraction for decades. Educator Yvonne Wolf lived and worked in Japan. She will give a brief overview of Japan and welcome Spring the Japanese way, through its national flower, the cherry blossom.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Taste & Tell Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Book Club, Food
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Board Room / Front Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Food
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 "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Polish Storytime

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

Join Ms. Maggie for Polish storytime, and enjoy crafts and games that encourage creativity. Intended for ages 0-6 with a caregiver.

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

Yoga for Grown Ups, Playtime for Kids!

11:30am - 12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Adults
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Are you a parent or caretaker that needs a little self-care break? Join Ms. Stephanie for some yoga and Ms. Callie will play with the littles! Designed for ages 3-5; children must be potty trained to participate.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

First-Time Homebuyer Essentials: What You Need to Know

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Workshop, Other
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Library Learning Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop, Other
Event Details:

Are you ready to buy your first home? This seminar will walk you through the home-buying process, from budgeting and securing financing to making an offer and closing the deal.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Thursday Night Book Club: Remarkably Bright Creatures

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

We read popular titles, bestsellers, and more! Join us for discussions virtually on Zoom.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Anytime Crafts: 2x4 Bunny

All Day
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Grab & Craft

All Day
Children, Teens
Arts & Crafts
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 "Everyone" group.

Aprende y Defiende tus Derechos

10:00am - 11:00am
Everyone
Other
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

La organización Despertar Latino estará visitando la Biblioteca para brindar información y orientación sobre los derechos que tenemos en este país.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

National Library Week

All Day 4/6 - 4/12
Everyone
Other
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Celebrate National Library Week with us! Stop by the library and explore all the exciting resources, programs, and services we have to offer.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Week of the Young Child: Music Monday

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

During Week of the Young Child, come to the Youth Services program room for a different activity on Monday-Thursday to celebrate the unique ways young children learn and play!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Monday Mayhem

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts, Games, Technology Class
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 "Everyone" group.

Trivia Night at 37 Bar & Grill

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Everyone
Games, Other
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games, Other
Event Details:

Gather your friends and family to compete against other teams by answering questions about current events, music, sports, and more. Follow Bensenville Library on Facebook, Instagram, or X for a free answer on Trivia Nights.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Week of the Young Child: Tasty Tuesday

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

During Week of the Young Child, come to the Youth Services program room for a different activity on Monday-Thursday to celebrate the unique ways young children learn and play!

Play pretend with toy food and Velcro cookies!

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

Book Buddies

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

Join Miss Diane for a themed storytime designed to help develop your child’s literacy skills while creating lasting memories together. Your little ones will enjoy listening to charming picture books, singing songs, and doing flannel board rhymes.