This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Dec-Jan 2025 Winter Reading Challenge All Day 12/1–1/31 Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens Book Club, Games, Other This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Dec-Jan 2025 Winter Reading Challenge All Day 12/1–1/31 Book Club, Games, Other Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens Program Type: Book Club, Games, Other Event Details: December 1 - January 31Ages 0-18
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Dec-Jan 2025 Picture Book Surprise Bag All Day 12/8–1/12 Babies & Toddlers Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Other This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Dec-Jan 2025 Picture Book Surprise Bag All Day 12/8–1/12 Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Other Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Other Event Details: Ages 0-5
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Mini Book Sale 11:00am–3:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Special Event, Other This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Mini Book Sale 11:00am–3:00pm Special Event, Other 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.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 11 2026 Sun Mini Book Sale 1:00pm–5:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Special Event, Other This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 11 2026 Sun Mini Book Sale 1:00pm–5:00pm Special Event, Other 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.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan-Feb 2026 Lit Loot Subscription Boxes All Day 1/12–2/13 Children, Teens Arts & Crafts, Book Club This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan-Feb 2026 Lit Loot Subscription Boxes All Day 1/12–2/13 Arts & Crafts, Book Club Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club Event Details: Grades 1-12Sign up to reserve a box containing two books for checkout along with a treat and activity for you to keep. Fill out a brief survey to register and receive books tailored to your interests.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan-Feb 2026 Mini Canvas Art Show All Day 1/12–2/13 Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Arts & Crafts, Special Event, Other This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan-Feb 2026 Mini Canvas Art Show All Day 1/12–2/13 Arts & Crafts, Special Event, Other 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Monday Mayhem 3:30pm–5:00pm Teens Arts & Crafts, Games, Technology Class This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Monday Mayhem 3:30pm–5:00pm 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!For ages 8-13.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Book Buddies 10:30am–11:15am Babies & Toddlers Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Book Buddies 10:30am–11:15am Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library Room: Early Learning Center Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime Event Details: Join Miss Diane for a themed storytime designed to help develop your child’s literacy skills while creating lasting memories together. We will read some charming picture books, recite some flannel board rhymes and even sing a song or two.
This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 13 2026 Tue After School Gaming 2:15pm–4:00pm Teens Games This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 13 2026 Tue After School Gaming 2:15pm–4:00pm Games Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library Room: Early Learning Center Age Group: Teens Program Type: Games Event Details: Middle schoolers may join us for some gaming fun on early dismissal days. Try out the new Nintendo Switch 2 and play some board games!
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Feed the Birds 6:30pm–8:00pm Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Feed the Birds 6:30pm–8:00pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library Room: Diamond Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Make your own birdfeeder for our feathered friends to take home.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Discussion, Guest Speaker, Special Event, Virtual This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig 7:00pm–8:00pm Discussion, Guest Speaker, Special Event, Virtual Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion, Guest Speaker, Special Event, Virtual Event Details: Jonathan Eig is the bestselling author of six books, including his most recent, Pulitzer Prize-winning King: A Life.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Jan 14 2026 Wed All Together Now Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Jan 14 2026 Wed All Together Now Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library Room: Early Learning Center Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime Event Details: Join Miss Callie and Roger the friendly bear for a half-hour of stories, rhymes, and songs! Early literacy is more fun when we rhyme and sing all together.For ages 0-5
This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Dungeons & Dragons 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens Games This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Dungeons & Dragons 3:00pm–5:00pm 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Drop-In Technology Assistance 6:00pm–8:00pm Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Technology Class, Other This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Drop-In Technology Assistance 6:00pm–8:00pm Technology Class, Other 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Art & Relaxation 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Music Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Art & Relaxation 7:00pm–8:30pm Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Music Open Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library Room: Diamond Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Music Registration Required 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 "Teens" group Jan 15 2026 Thu LEGO Club for Teens 3:30pm–4:30pm Teens Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 15 2026 Thu LEGO Club for Teens 3:30pm–4:30pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library Room: Diamond Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Relax after school and get creative with LEGO! Build on your own or team up with friends to make something awesome. For grades 6-12.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Make a No-Sew Scarf 6:00pm–7:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Make a No-Sew Scarf 6:00pm–7:00pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library Room: Diamond Meeting Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: On cold winter days, you can never have too many scarves! We’ll learn how to create your own with just a piece of cloth and a pair of scissors. Your scarf will be something you can use throughout the season or even give as a handmade gift.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Coming to America: The Immigrant Experience 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Genealogy, Guest Speaker, Virtual, Other Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Coming to America: The Immigrant Experience 7:00pm–8:00pm Genealogy, Guest Speaker, Virtual, Other Open 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Spice Library: Ginger All Day Adults Food, Health & Wellness, Other This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Spice Library: Ginger All Day Food, Health & Wellness, Other 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Roots Revealed: Personal Genealogy Session (2-3pm) 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Genealogy, Virtual, Workshop, Other Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Roots Revealed: Personal Genealogy Session (2-3pm) 2:00pm–3:00pm Genealogy, Virtual, Workshop, Other Open 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Roots Revealed: Personal Genealogy Session (3-4pm) 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults Genealogy, Virtual, Workshop, Other Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Roots Revealed: Personal Genealogy Session (3-4pm) 3:00pm–4:00pm Genealogy, Virtual, Workshop, Other Open 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.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 19 2026 Mon Kindness Fair 2:00pm–3:30pm Children, Teens, Adults Arts & Crafts, Special Event, Other This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 19 2026 Mon Kindness Fair 2:00pm–3:30pm Arts & Crafts, Special Event, Other 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!
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Book Buddies 10:30am–11:15am Babies & Toddlers Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Book Buddies 10:30am–11:15am Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime Library Branch: Bensenville Community Public Library Room: Early Learning Center Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime Event Details: Join Miss Diane for a themed storytime designed to help develop your child’s literacy skills while creating lasting memories together. We will read some charming picture books, recite some flannel board rhymes and even sing a song or two.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Versiti Blood Drive: Save Lives With Us 12:30pm–5:00pm Adults Special Event, Other This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Versiti Blood Drive: Save Lives With Us 12:30pm–5:00pm Special Event, Other 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.