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After School Gaming

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Games
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

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Games
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

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
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

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Health & Wellness, Other
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

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 "Teens" group.

After School Gaming

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Games
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

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Virtual
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

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Games
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

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
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

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration 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

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 "Teens" group.

After School Gaming

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Games
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

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Games
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

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Food, Movie
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.

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

After School Gaming

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Games
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

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Games
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

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Food, Movie
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
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 "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 "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.

Library is Closed - Labor Day

All Day 8/31 - 9/1
Closing
Branches:
Bensenville Community Public Library
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.