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Roots Revealed: Personal Genealogy Sessions

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Workshop
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Arts and Crafts Fair (Adult)

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Looking for a unique gift for someone special in your life? Our local artists and crafters are selling their handmade arts and crafts, just in time for the holiday season!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Needle Guild

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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.

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

DIY Door Sign Workshop

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Start the winter season with a personalized door sign that adds a unique touch and makes a statement right at your front door!

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

Video Game Discussion Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Book Club, Games
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Board Room / Front Conference Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Games
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to attend a book club that was actually about a video game? Come on down to the library to discuss The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Feel free to bring your Switch as well.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Taste & Tell

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Food, Book Club
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Early Learning Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food, 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

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
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

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Games
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: Romantic Comedy

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. Books will be available for checkout one month before the discussion.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Anytime Crafts: Book Page Christmas Tree

9:00am - 5:00pm
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 "Adults" group.

Winter Card Making

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Room: Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

Join card maker Moira Schultz for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn to create a winter card, bookmark, and holiday tag. 

Space is limited to 20 participants and is for adults only.

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

Raina Telgemeier Live Watch Party

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

Experience an exciting evening with the bestselling author and illustrator of Smile, Drama, Guts, and the graphic novel adaptations of the Baby-Sitters Club series!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Book Brunch: Romantic Comedy

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Book Club
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 "Adults" group.

LoveLit Book Club: Before I Let Go

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Book Club
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Holiday DIY Body Scrub

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

Make a peppermint body scrub just in time for the holidays. All materials will be provided.

For ages 10 and up.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Film Talk

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Book Club, Movie
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

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Games
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)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Workshop
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration 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)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Workshop
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration 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.

Library is Closed

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Closing
Branches:
Bensenville Community Public Library
Branches:
Bensenville Community Public Library
Branches:
Bensenville Community Public Library