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Image that shows jewelry and text: Upcycled Jewelry Tuesday, Apr. 7, 2pm

Upcycled Jewelry

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Palos Heights Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your old or broken jewelry to deconstruct and redesign using provided beads, cords, and findings. Space is limited, register starting Monday, March 2 at 9am. 

Illustration of an axolotl face against a purple background

Facts & Crafts: Axolotl

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room at Palos Heights Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Youth, Grades K-3
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Grades K-3
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Did you know axolotls have no teeth? Learn how axolotls eat and more fun facts while making crafts.

Tales for Twos

Tales for Twos

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Activity Room at Palos Heights Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Youth, Ages 2-5
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Ages 2-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Toddle in for stories, songs, rhymes, and activities designed to introduce pre-reading skills to children aged 24 to 35 months, with their parent or caregiver.

Kindergarten Ready!

Kindergarten Ready!

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Activity Room at Palos Heights Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Youth, Ages 2-5
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Ages 2-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children ages 3-5 years old will listen to stories, sing songs, and engage in learning activities about letters, numbers, and more.

A girl sits on her mom's lap, reading a book to a dog next to her.

Furry Readers

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 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
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
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.

Little Wigglers

Little Wigglers

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Activity Room at Palos Heights Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Youth, Babies
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

An introduction to story time for infants to 23-month-olds, this 30-minute interactive program will include stories, flannel board tales, songs, and finger plays.

Image that shows Rolling Stones and text: The History of the Rolling Stones Thursday, Apr. 9, 7pm

The History of the Rolling Stones

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Palos Heights Public Library

Program Type:

Lecture

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the 55th anniversary of Sticky Fingers! The Rolling Stones are one of the most influential rock bands of all time.

Tween Book Box

Tween Book Box

All Day 4/10
Youth and Teen Services Librarian at Palos Heights Public Library

Age Group:

Youth, Grades 3-5
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Youth and Teen Services Librarian
Age Group: Youth, Grades 3-5
Registration Required
Event Details:

Introducing our Tween Book Box! Let a librarian select a book specifically for you! Included in the box is a treat, stickers, and other fun items that are yours to keep.

Image that shows Mr. Holmes and text: Friday Matinee: Mr. Holmes Friday, Apr. 10, 2pm

Friday Matinee: Mr. Holmes

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Palos Heights Public Library

Program Type:

Movie

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

A 93-year-old Sherlock Holmes (Ian McKellen), now battling dementia, struggles to recall a case from 35 years earlier that caused him to retire and retreat to the coast of Dover, England. 

 

Gmail Basic

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Public Services Librarian at Palos Heights Public Library

Program Type:

Technology Class

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Public Services Librarian
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Gmail, a free web-based email service provided by Google. Learn how to set-up, navigate, and craft emails in this class. Basic computer skills are recommended.

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Scrabble Club

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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!

Mah Jongg

12:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Adult Study Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come in every Tuesday to play Mah Jongg!

Upcycled Jewelry

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your old or broken jewelry to deconstruct and redesign using provided beads, cords, and findings. Space is limited, register starting Monday, March 2 at 9am. 

Facts & Crafts: Axolotl

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Grades K-3
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Grades K-3
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Did you know axolotls have no teeth? Learn how axolotls eat and more fun facts while making crafts.

Mountain Scene

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Teens Grades 6-12
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Teens Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Does nature make you feel relaxed and at ease? Using cardstock, hot glue, moss, and foil, design an eye catching mountain scene for your décor!

Scrabble Club

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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!

Mah Jongg

12:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come in every Tuesday to play Mah Jongg!

STEAM Color Wheel

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Grades K-3
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Grades K-3
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Color the rainbow! Learn how to make a color wheel and the colors. We will use the colors you made to paint our crafts.

Scrapbooking I

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a 2-page scrapbook layout under the guidance of master scrapper Mary Beth Sexton.

Junk Journal Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Grades 3-5
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come to the library to decorate a journal and fill it with your favorite memories! Journals, decorating supplies, and journal prompts will be provided or you can bring your own.

Scrabble Club

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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!

Mah Jongg

12:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come in every Tuesday to play Mah Jongg!

Earth Day

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Grades K-3
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Grades K-3
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We only have one planet. Let’s work together to think about how we can help keep the Earth healthy and make crafts.

Bird House

5:00pm–6:00pm
Youth, Grades 3-5
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Cricut
Age Group: Youth, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spring has officially sprung! Join us as we make a bird house on the Cricut. All supplies will be provided.

Cricut Kiss Flowers

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Tweens Grades 4-8
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens Grades 4-8
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Don’t let April showers get you down! Make flowers using paper, glue and chocolate kisses.

Scrabble Club

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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!

Mah Jongg

12:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come in every Tuesday to play Mah Jongg!

Personalized Baseball Pencil Cases

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Tweens Grades 4-8
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Cricut
Age Group: Youth, Tweens Grades 4-8
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Batter up! Make a personalized pencil case using the Cricut Autopress just in time for baseball season. All supplies will be provided.

Happy Flowers

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Tweens Grades 4-8, Teens Grades 6-12
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Glowforge Laser Cutter
Age Group: Youth, Tweens Grades 4-8, Teens Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Brighten up your day by creating and decorating flowers cut on the Glowforge! Give them to Mom as a gift or keep them for yourself!

Scrabble Club

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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!

Mah Jongg

12:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come in every Tuesday to play Mah Jongg!

Love that Blooms

11:30am–12:00pm
Youth, Ages 2-5
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Palos Heights Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth, Ages 2-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paint the roses red! Make flower themed crafts for a special someone, just in time for Mother’s Day.

Closed for Mother's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Palos Heights Public Library

Scrabble Club

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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!