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This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Dec-Jan
2024
Winter Reading Challenge
All Day 12/1 - 1/31
Other
Library Branch:
Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Other
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Children,
Teens
Book Club
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec-Jan
2024
Lit Loot Subscription Boxes: Comfort Food
All Day 12/2 - 1/15
Book Club
Library Branch:
Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
December 2- January 15 | Grades 1-12 The winter holiday season is a perfect time to enjoy stories featuring new and favorite dishes of all kinds.
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9 am |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
7
2024
Sat
Anytime Crafts: Book Page Christmas Tree
9:00am - 5:00pm
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 "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children,
Teens
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
7
2024
Sat
Grab & Craft for Kids
9:00am - 5:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
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.
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10 am |
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Storytime
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Dec
3
2024
Tue
Book Buddies
10:30am - 11:15am
Storytime
Library Branch:
Bensenville Community Public Library
Room:
Early Learning Center
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
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.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Babies & Toddlers
Storytime
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
Dec
4
2024
Wed
All Together Now
10:30am - 11:00am
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.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies & Toddlers,
Children
Storytime
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
5
2024
Thu
Polish Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
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 stories and enjoy crafts and games that encourage creativity. Intended for ages 0-6 with a caregiver.
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11 am |
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12 pm |
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1 pm |
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2 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
3
2024
Tue
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.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Dec
7
2024
Sat
Robyn Vitson's Fireside Holiday Concert & Sing-Along
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Performance
Library Branch:
Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Performance
Event Details:
Celebrate the holiday season with Robyn Vitson’s performance of classic hits. Enjoy sing-along fun and jingle bells as she showcases her piano and vocal talents.
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3 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
4
2024
Wed
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. Beginner, experienced, and new players welcome!
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
5
2024
Thu
Snacks from Around the World
Library Branch:
Bensenville Community Public Library
Room:
Early Learning Center
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Food
Event Details:
Sample some snacks from around the world! We’ll explore the flavors of a different country each month. Bring your appetite! For grades 6-12.
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Everyone
Arts & Crafts,
Food,
Other,
Performance
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Dec
6
2024
Fri
Holiday Open House
4:30pm - 7:00pm
Arts & Crafts,
Food,
Other,
Performance
Library Branch:
Bensenville Community Public Library
Room:
Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Food,
Other,
Performance
Event Details:
Celebrate the season at our annual Holiday Open House! Enjoy holiday treats and beverages while listening to a live performance by the Zazz Jazz Ensemble.
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5 pm |
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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
3
2024
Tue
DIY Door Sign Workshop
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Open
Library Branch:
Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
9
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 "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Dec
3
2024
Tue
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. Bring your favorite snacks and enjoy.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Children,
Teens,
Adults
Book Club,
Games
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
4
2024
Wed
Video Game Discussion Club
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
5
2024
Thu
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 "Everyone" group.
Everyone
Arts & Crafts
Open
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Dec
5
2024
Thu
Graham Cracker Gingerbread Houses
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Open
Library Branch:
Bensenville Community Public Library
Room:
Diamond Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
Begin the holiday season by decorating your own adorable little gingerbread house, complete with an ice cream cone tree!
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7 pm |
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This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Dec
2
2024
Mon
Trivia Night at Ciao Isabella Italian Restaurant
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Food,
Games
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Food,
Games
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 giftcards, courtesy of Ciao Isabella.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
4
2024
Wed
Taste & Tell
7:00pm - 8:00pm
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.
Adults
Arts & Crafts,
Health & Wellness
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
4
2024
Wed
Art for Relaxation: A Coloring Program
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Book Club,
Virtual
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
5
2024
Thu
Thursday Night Book Club: Romantic Comedy
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Book Club,
Virtual
Open
Library Branch:
Bensenville Community Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club,
Virtual
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.
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