This event is in the "All ages" group Master Gardener Presents: Late Summer and Fall Colors Friday, July 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm McClure Room at McClure Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: All ages As the summer rolls on, gardens change and put new blooms on display. Join Master Gardener Holly Scott as she talks about late summer and fall colors in the garden. View Details This event is in the "All ages" group Jul 10 2026 Fri Master Gardener Presents: Late Summer and Fall Colors 11:00am–12:00pm McClure Branch Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Room Age Group: All ages Program Type: STEM Event Details: As the summer rolls on, gardens change and put new blooms on display. Join Master Gardener Holly Scott as she talks about late summer and fall colors in the garden.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Summer STEAM Train Friday, July 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Join us at the Lincoln Branch for a fun and engaging STEM program. We will experiment, create, and learn every week this summer! Experiment with UV light or create ice cream in your hands with science! Sign up online or call the Lincoln Branch. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 10 2026 Fri Summer STEAM Train 2:00pm–3:00pm Lincoln Branch Upcoming Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: Join us at the Lincoln Branch for a fun and engaging STEM program. We will experiment, create, and learn every week this summer! Experiment with UV light or create ice cream in your hands with science! Sign up online or call the Lincoln Branch.
This event is in the "Children of all ages" group This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Forest Park Nature Center: Reptile Discovery Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Learn what reptiles and amphibians are, their differences and their unique adaptations. A Traveling Naturalist from Forest Park Nature Center will explain reptile vs. amphibian, venom vs. poison, camouflage, and where they live. View Details This event is in the "Children of all ages" group This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 11 2026 Sat Forest Park Nature Center: Reptile Discovery 2:00pm–3:00pm Lincoln Branch Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room Age Group: Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Learn what reptiles and amphibians are, their differences and their unique adaptations. A Traveling Naturalist from Forest Park Nature Center will explain reptile vs. amphibian, venom vs. poison, camouflage, and where they live.
This event is in the "Adults" group AI Workshop Monday, July 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Adults This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 13 2026 Mon AI Workshop 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity.
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Bird-Friendly Yards Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Join University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener Holly Teig to learn about how best to support different types of birds in your backyard. We'll explore creating habitat that attracts birds and learn how to identify the birds that visit View Details This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 15 2026 Wed Bird-Friendly Yards 6:30pm–7:30pm Lakeview Branch Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: Join University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener Holly Teig to learn about how best to support different types of birds in your backyard. We'll explore creating habitat that attracts birds and learn how to identify the birds that visit
This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Easy Care Native Plants Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm North McKenzie Room at North Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Many home gardeners would like to add native plants to their garden, but are unsure how to start. This program takes a look at the native plants that are low maintenance and grow in a wide range of conditions. View Details This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 16 2026 Thu Easy Care Native Plants 6:00pm–7:00pm North Branch Library Branch: North Branch Room: North McKenzie Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: Many home gardeners would like to add native plants to their garden, but are unsure how to start. This program takes a look at the native plants that are low maintenance and grow in a wide range of conditions.
This event is in the "Adults" group AI Workshop Monday, July 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Adults This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 20 2026 Mon AI Workshop 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity.
This event is in the "Adults" group Building Brain-Healthy Habits: Tips from the Latest Research Monday, July 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Adults For centuries, we’ve understood the connection between brain and body health. Now, science offers new insights into how to optimize both physical and cognitive well-being as we age. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 20 2026 Mon Building Brain-Healthy Habits: Tips from the Latest Research 2:00pm–3:00pm Lakeview Branch Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: For centuries, we’ve understood the connection between brain and body health. Now, science offers new insights into how to optimize both physical and cognitive well-being as we age.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Seedling Science Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Main Children's Activity Room at Main Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Bring your little scientists ages 3 through 6 years for an introduction to the scientific method and to have some science fun. We'll be questioning, investigating, experimenting and figuring it out together. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group Jul 22 2026 Wed Seedling Science 11:00am–11:30am Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main Children's Activity Room Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Bring your little scientists ages 3 through 6 years for an introduction to the scientific method and to have some science fun. We'll be questioning, investigating, experimenting and figuring it out together. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Dress for a Mess This activity involves some materials that may get messy. Please wear clothing appropriate for a mess.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Summer STEAM Train Friday, July 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Join us at the Lincoln Branch for a fun and engaging STEM program. We will experiment, create, and learn every week this summer! Experiment with UV light or create ice cream in your hands with science! Sign up online or call the Lincoln Branch. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Jul 24 2026 Fri Summer STEAM Train 2:00pm–3:00pm Lincoln Branch Upcoming Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: Join us at the Lincoln Branch for a fun and engaging STEM program. We will experiment, create, and learn every week this summer! Experiment with UV light or create ice cream in your hands with science! Sign up online or call the Lincoln Branch.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Books & Bots Coding Club Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm North Seminar Room at North Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Ages 6-12. Join us each month as we make friends and explore coding, robotics, and real world problem solving. No prior experience required! Please arrive promptly. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Jul 25 2026 Sat Books & Bots Coding Club 12:30pm–2:30pm North Branch Registration Open Library Branch: North Branch Room: North Seminar Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: Ages 6-12. Join us each month as we make friends and explore coding, robotics, and real world problem solving. No prior experience required! Please arrive promptly.
This event is in the "Adults" group AI Workshop Monday, July 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Adults This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 27 2026 Mon AI Workshop 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity.
This event is in the "Adults" group Supporting Adults with Vision Loss Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Adults Discover how Vision Rehabilitation services from the Center for Sight & Hearing (CSH) empower adults in Central Illinois with severe vision loss. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 28 2026 Tue Supporting Adults with Vision Loss 10:00am–11:00am Lakeview Branch Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: Discover how Vision Rehabilitation services from the Center for Sight & Hearing (CSH) empower adults in Central Illinois with severe vision loss.
This event is in the "Adults" group AI Workshop Monday, August 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Adults This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 3 2026 Mon AI Workshop 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity.
This event is in the "Adults" group AI Workshop Monday, August 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Adults This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 10 2026 Mon AI Workshop 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Drop In: MAGNA-TILES Builders' Club Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm McClure Children's Room at McClure Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years) Join us to explore your creativity with MAGNA-TILES! Drop-in for free building time with our magnetic building sets. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Aug 13 2026 Thu Drop In: MAGNA-TILES Builders' Club 4:00pm–5:30pm McClure Branch Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Children's Room Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Join us to explore your creativity with MAGNA-TILES! Drop-in for free building time with our magnetic building sets.
This event is in the "Adults" group AI Workshop Monday, August 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Adults This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 17 2026 Mon AI Workshop 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity.
This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Books & Bots Coding Club Saturday, August 22, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm North Seminar Room at North Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Ages 6-12. Join us each month as we make friends and explore coding, robotics, and real world problem solving. No prior experience required! Please arrive promptly. Registration Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Aug 22 2026 Sat Books & Bots Coding Club 12:30pm–2:30pm North Branch Registration Open Library Branch: North Branch Room: North Seminar Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: Ages 6-12. Join us each month as we make friends and explore coding, robotics, and real world problem solving. No prior experience required! Please arrive promptly.
This event is in the "Adults" group AI Workshop Monday, August 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Adults This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 24 2026 Mon AI Workshop 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity.
This event is in the "Adults" group AI Workshop Monday, August 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Adults This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 31 2026 Mon AI Workshop 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity.
Closed for Labor Day All Day 9/5 - 9/7 Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch Closing Sep 5 - 7 2026 Closing Closed for Labor Day All Day 9/5–9/7 Branches: Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Drop In: MAGNA-TILES Builders' Club Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm McClure Children's Room at McClure Branch Program Type: STEM Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years) Join us to explore your creativity with MAGNA-TILES! Drop-in for free building time with our magnetic building sets. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Sep 10 2026 Thu Drop In: MAGNA-TILES Builders' Club 4:00pm–5:30pm McClure Branch Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Children's Room Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: STEM Event Details: Join us to explore your creativity with MAGNA-TILES! Drop-in for free building time with our magnetic building sets.
This event is in the "Adults" group AI Workshop Monday, September 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Adults This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 14 2026 Mon AI Workshop 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity.
This event is in the "Adults" group AI Workshop Monday, September 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Adults This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 21 2026 Mon AI Workshop 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: STEM Event Details: This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity.