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Overlooked Women

Overlooked Women in American History

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Historian Gary Midkiff joins us on a Monday afternoon to talk about 9 women you probably have not heard of – but each of the 9 broke barriers and made our country better. One riske

Open
Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:
Historian Gary Midkiff joins us on a Monday afternoon to talk about 9 women you probably have not heard of – but each of the 9 broke barriers and made our country better. One risked her life to improve conditions for immigrants sailing to Ellis Islan...
Adventure Begins At PHPL! SR 2024 Logo

Summer Reading Bookmark Contest Ends

All Day
Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K-3, Grades 3-5, Tweens Grades 4-8, Teens Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Help us design a bookmark for our summer reading program. The theme this year is “Adventure Begins at PHPL!” One winner each will be selected from grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-12. Grab a

Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Grades K-3, Grades 3-5, Tweens Grades 4-8, Teens Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Help us design a bookmark for our summer reading program. The theme this year is “Adventure Begins at PHPL!” One winner each will be selected from grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-12. Grab a contest sheet at the Youth and Teen desk beginning April 1st. Designs...

Needle Crafters

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your knitting and crocheting projects to the library and enjoy the company of others while working.

Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Bring your knitting and crocheting projects to the library and enjoy the company of others while working. ...

Scrabble Club

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for Scrabble Club in our Meeting Room every Tuesday. We supply the games, you supply the fun!

Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us for Scrabble Club in our Meeting Room every Tuesday. We supply the games, you supply the fun! ...
Willie Nelson

The History of Willie Nelson

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Willie is the face, heart, and soul of country music, and he's still going strong! He released his 74th album in 2023 and turns 91 in April 2024! Using interview and performance cl

Open
Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:
Willie is the face, heart, and soul of country music, and he's still going strong! He released his 74th album in 2023 and turns 91 in April 2024! Using interview and performance clips, music historian Gary Wenstrup will trace the arc of Willie's care...
Volunteens

Volunteens

All Day
Youth and Teen Services Department at Palos Heights Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Teens Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Need volunteer hours and want to help the librarians? Drop in at the Youth and Teen Desk to pick up a form and learn about volunteering at the library. Please stop in anytime in Ma

Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Youth and Teen Services Department
Age Group: Youth, Teens Grades 6-12
Event Details:
Need volunteer hours and want to help the librarians? Drop in at the Youth and Teen Desk to pick up a form and learn about volunteering at the library. Please stop in anytime in May and June! ...
Marjoram

Spice Club: Marjoram

05/01/2024 @ 1:00am to 05/10/2024 @ 8:00pm
Palos Heights Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Welcome to Spice Club, where each month you get to take home a different spice, a couple of recipes, a bit of history, and some related book recommendations. Make one (or more!) of

Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:
Welcome to Spice Club, where each month you get to take home a different spice, a couple of recipes, a bit of history, and some related book recommendations. Make one (or more!) of the recipes, take a picture, and send it in with your comments. O...
Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Education

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 68
Paper Plate Heart Suncatcher

Paper Plate Heart Suncatcher

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Grades 3-5
Event Details:

Don’t know what to give mom? Design a heart suncatcher out of paper plates in time for Mother’s Day!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
Don’t know what to give mom? Design a heart suncatcher out of paper plates in time for Mother’s Day! ...

Needle Crafters

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your knitting and crocheting projects to the library and enjoy the company of others while working.

Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Bring your knitting and crocheting projects to the library and enjoy the company of others while working. ...

Scrabble Club

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for Scrabble Club in our Meeting Room every Tuesday. We supply the games, you supply the fun!

Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us for Scrabble Club in our Meeting Room every Tuesday. We supply the games, you supply the fun! ...
Kal Penn

ILP: The Many Lives of Kal Penn (Virtual)

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Virtual Program Actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement Kal Penn closes out the 3rd season of Illinois Librari

Open
Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:
Virtual Program Actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement Kal Penn closes out the 3rd season of Illinois Libraries Present. He is known for his starring roles in Designated Surv...
Mommy and Muffins Story TIme

Mommy and Muffins Story Time

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Activity Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Ages 2-5
Event Details:

Let's celebrate Mother's Day with stories and songs all about moms! Muffins will be provided.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Ages 2-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Let's celebrate Mother's Day with stories and songs all about moms! Muffins will be provided. ...

Friends of the Library Meeting

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Friends of the Library
A girl sits on her mom's lap, reading a book to a dog next to her.

Furry Readers

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Activity Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K-3, Grades 3-5, Tweens Grades 4-8, Teens Grades 6-12
Event Details:

All readers and dog lovers are invited to grab a book, ruffle some fur, and read to a dog. Register to practice reading out loud to a certified therapy dog from Bright and Beautifu

Open
Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Grades K-3, Grades 3-5, Tweens Grades 4-8, Teens Grades 6-12
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:
All readers and dog lovers are invited to grab a book, ruffle some fur, and read to a dog. Register to practice reading out loud to a certified therapy dog from Bright and Beautiful. ...

Horror Book Club

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Ready for another spook-tacular book? This month's pick is Episode Thirteen by Craig DiLouie. Copies are available at the circulation desk.  

Open
Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:
Ready for another spook-tacular book? This month's pick is Episode Thirteen by Craig DiLouie. Copies are available at the circulation desk.   ...
Baby Music Playtime

Baby Music Playtime

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Activity Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Babies
Event Details:

Babies it’s time to move and groove! Play with your friends, musical instruments, and baby safe toys.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:
Babies it’s time to move and groove! Play with your friends, musical instruments, and baby safe toys. ...
Elder Care

Navigating Elder Care

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join the author of Surviving Sue to learn how to navigate the challenges of elder care. Dr. Atkinson's experience in caring for her mother who suffered from Alzheimer's,

Open
Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 47
Event Details:
Join the author of Surviving Sue to learn how to navigate the challenges of elder care. Dr. Atkinson's experience in caring for her mother who suffered from Alzheimer's, alcoholism, and anxiety taught her lessons about forging ahead with hu...
Teen book box

Teen Book Box

All Day
Youth and Teen Services Department at Palos Heights Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Teens Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Want an easier way to select a book? Let a librarian do it! Each box will include a book from our collection, a treat, and other fun things. Once registered look out for a separate

Open
Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Youth and Teen Services Department
Age Group: Youth, Teens Grades 6-12
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:
Want an easier way to select a book? Let a librarian do it! Each box will include a book from our collection, a treat, and other fun things. Once registered look out for a separate email containing a questionnaire that will be due May 12. Boxes can b...

Mother's Day

All Day
Palos Heights Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Palos Heights Public Library
Stressbusters

Stressbusters

All Day 5/13 - 5/18
Youth and Teen Services Librarian at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Teens Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Studying for finals can be stressful. Stop by for a variety of stressbusters to help you chill out, relax, and recover. Pick up a kit at the library containing snacks, study suppli

Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Youth and Teen Services Librarian
Age Group: Youth, Teens Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Studying for finals can be stressful. Stop by for a variety of stressbusters to help you chill out, relax, and recover. Pick up a kit at the library containing snacks, study supplies, and activities to wipe your stress away. Available while supp...

Lunch Bunch Book Discussion

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Conference Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Valiant Women: The Extraordinary American Servicewomen Who Helped Win World War II by Lena Andrews

Open
Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Valiant Women: The Extraordinary American Servicewomen Who Helped Win World War II by Lena Andrews ...

YouTube Basics

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn the fundamentals of navigating, sharing, and staying safe on YouTube, a massive video-sharing site. Basic computer skills are needed for this class.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:
Learn the fundamentals of navigating, sharing, and staying safe on YouTube, a massive video-sharing site. Basic computer skills are needed for this class. ...
STEAM: Animal Balancing Activity

STEAM: Animal Balancing Activity

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Activity Room at Palos Heights Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Grades K-3
Event Details:

Test your balancing skills by making bridges using popsicle sticks and seeing how many elephants we can get on top of our bridge without tipping over. We will also be crafting jung

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Grades K-3
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Test your balancing skills by making bridges using popsicle sticks and seeing how many elephants we can get on top of our bridge without tipping over. We will also be crafting jungle animals. ...