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Preschool Storytime and Playdate

2024-10-26 10:30:00 2024-10-26 11:30:00 America/Chicago Preschool Storytime and Playdate Storytime for 0-6 year olds/Hora de cuentos para niños de 3-6 años. Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Saturday, October 26
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2024-10-26 10:30:00 2024-10-26 11:30:00 America/Chicago Preschool Storytime and Playdate Storytime for 0-6 year olds/Hora de cuentos para niños de 3-6 años. Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Storytime for 0-6 year olds/Hora de cuentos para niños de 3-6 años.

Calling all children ages 0-6 and their caregivers! Come join us for storytime with lots of books, songs, and activities! After storytime, stay and play in a fun interactive environment.

Hora del cuento: ¡Llamando a todos los niños de 0 a 6 años y a sus cuidadores! ¡Únase a nosotros para la hora del cuento con muchos libros, canciones y actividades! Después de jugar, quédate y juega en un ambiente interactivo divertido.

AGE GROUP: | 0 - 6 Years |

EVENT TYPE: | Youth Services Event |

TAGS: | |

Zion-Benton Public Library District

library@zblibrary.org
Phone: 847.872.4680

Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 9:00PM

Mon, Oct 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Oct 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Oct 16 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Oct 17 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Oct 18 Closed
Sat, Oct 19 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 20 1:00PM to 5:00PM

About the Branch

The Zion-Benton Public Library serving the communities of Zion, Beach Park, and Winthrop Harbor.

Upcoming Events

Wed, Oct 16, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
Come check out the work of a very talented local photographer!

Wed, Oct 16, All day
Zion Benton Public Library - 2400 Gabriel ave Zion il
Are you a writer? Enter your short story or open into our annual ZB Inked writing contest for a chance to win cash!

Wed, Oct 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Manager's weekly meeting to discuss library things.

Wed, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join the Zion-Benton Seed Library for our monthly meeting! We will count, package, and inventory seeds for the gardening season.

Wed, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Come learn what VR is all about and play some games

Wed, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Practice your reading skills by independently reading to a registered therapy dog!/¡Practica tus habilidades de lectura leyéndole a un perro de terapia! 

Wed, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
STEAM program for 3rd-5th grades/Programa de STEAM para 3-5 grados

Wed, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Join us as we show 2-4 episodes of a different anime each meeting. Watch with friends, and make a craft

Thu, Oct 17, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
Come check out the work of a very talented local photographer!

Thu, Oct 17, All day
Zion Benton Public Library - 2400 Gabriel ave Zion il
Are you a writer? Enter your short story or open into our annual ZB Inked writing contest for a chance to win cash!

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime for 0-6 year olds/Hora de cuentos para niños de 3-6 años.

Rescheduled
Thu, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Thursday, October 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
About the Program: A licensed attorney will be available to provide general civil legal information. For eligible individuals who fill out an application, the attorney will provide FREE legal advice specific to their situation. The program will take place every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from 1 to 3 PM. Areas of Law: Denial or Termination of Public Benefits such as  SS(D)I, SNAP, and Medicaid Expungement and Driver's License Reinstatement Child Support and Custody Housing and Eviction Other Civil Legal Matters How it works:  Anyone who is interested can call 224-321-5615 to pre-register, and applicants who are eligible for services will pick an appointment time to speak with an attorney. Walk-ins are also welcome, although priority will be given to pre-registrants.We are able to serve Non-English speaking clients at Ask a Lawyer using a phone translation service called Language Line. We have bilingual staff at our office who are able to assist Spanish speakers who call in to pre-register, and we will have paper applications in Spanish for walk-in applicants.

Thu, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Trade your teen points for snacks

Thu, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table

Thu, Oct 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to join our drama club!

Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
This is a 5-week Culturally Specific Financial Education course.

Thu, Oct 17, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe

Thu, Oct 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
The ZBLibrary Board needs you! Join us to understand programming and services that support our strategic plan and brainstorm how CEJA grant funds can help us on the path to Economic Justice.

Thu, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Iron on tote bags
This event is full

Sat, Oct 19, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
Come check out the work of a very talented local photographer!

Sat, Oct 19, All day
Zion Benton Public Library - 2400 Gabriel ave Zion il
Are you a writer? Enter your short story or open into our annual ZB Inked writing contest for a chance to win cash!

Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Do you want to learn more about your family history? 

Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
The ZBLibrary Board needs you! Join us to understand programming and services that support our strategic plan and brainstorm how CEJA grant funds can help us on the path to Economic Justice.

Sat, Oct 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime for 0-6 year olds/Hora de cuentos para niños de 3-6 años.

Sat, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Do you want to learn more about your family history?

Sat, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join us and play Dungeons and Dragons! Sessions may be part of an ongoing campaign, or a stand alone one shot. Newcomers welcome.

Sat, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Join us on the ZB Teens Discord as we'll stream a game from Steam. https://discord.com/invite/A2SBPZTNDA

Sat, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Movie afternoon

Sat, Oct 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Come join Casita de Suenos and paint your own terracotta planter while sipping on freshly brewed tea!
This event is full

Sun, Oct 20, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
Come check out the work of a very talented local photographer!

Sun, Oct 20, All day
Zion Benton Public Library - 2400 Gabriel ave Zion il
Are you a writer? Enter your short story or open into our annual ZB Inked writing contest for a chance to win cash!

Mon, Oct 21, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
Come check out the work of a very talented local photographer!

Mon, Oct 21, All day
Zion Benton Public Library - 2400 Gabriel ave Zion il
Are you a writer? Enter your short story or open into our annual ZB Inked writing contest for a chance to win cash!

Mon, Oct 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Learn helpful tips on how to leave a legacy and how not to leave a burden for your family.

Mon, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's learn how to cook!

Mon, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

Tue, Oct 22, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
Come check out the work of a very talented local photographer!

Tue, Oct 22, All day
Zion Benton Public Library - 2400 Gabriel ave Zion il
Are you a writer? Enter your short story or open into our annual ZB Inked writing contest for a chance to win cash!

Tue, Oct 22, 9:00am - 11:00am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Do you want to learn more about your family history? Volunteers from the Zion Genealogical Society will help with your family research.
This event is full

Tue, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join us in reading and discussing Raw Dog: The Naked Truth about Hot Dogs by Jamie Loftus. The Library will put a copy on hold for every person registered. Come and join the fun!
Registration is now closed

Rescheduled
Tue, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
New date Tuesday, October 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Join us in reading and discussing Raw Dog: The Naked Truth about Hot Dogs by Jamie Loftus. The Library will put a copy on hold for every person registered. Come and join the fun!

Tue, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table
Drop by to chat with a representative from State Rep. Joyce Mason's Office

Tue, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Join us in reading and discussing Raw Dog: The Naked Truth about Hot Dogs by Jamie Loftus. The Library will put a copy on hold for every person registered. Come and join the fun!
Registration is now closed

Tue, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Do you want to learn more about your family history?

Wed, Oct 23, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
Come check out the work of a very talented local photographer!

Wed, Oct 23, All day
Zion Benton Public Library - 2400 Gabriel ave Zion il
Are you a writer? Enter your short story or open into our annual ZB Inked writing contest for a chance to win cash!

Wed, Oct 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Bid Opening for rooftop unit proposals

Wed, Oct 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Manager's weekly meeting to discuss library things.

Wed, Oct 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Come learn what VR is all about and play some games

Wed, Oct 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
STEAM program for 3rd-5th grades/Programa de STEAM para 3-5 grados

Wed, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
As Halloween is around the Corner we shall get you Ready for Gog as well as some of the Classic TV show that will excel during Halloween

Thu, Oct 24, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
Come check out the work of a very talented local photographer!

Thu, Oct 24, All day
Zion Benton Public Library - 2400 Gabriel ave Zion il
Are you a writer? Enter your short story or open into our annual ZB Inked writing contest for a chance to win cash!

Thu, Oct 24, 9:30am - 10:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Start your Thursday morning with good conversation and hear about what others have been reading lately. Swap book recommendations with fellow book lovers over a cup of coffee or tea! Refreshments will be provided.

Thu, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime for 0-6 year olds/Hora de cuentos para niños de 3-6 años.

Thu, Oct 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come learn how to make a zippered candy bag. Instruction will be provided.
Registration opens Thursday, October 17 2024 at 1:00am

Thu, Oct 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Join us to play chess at the library!

Thu, Oct 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to join our drama club!

Thu, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Gog is a 1954 independently made American science fiction film produced by Ivan Tors, starring Richard Egan, Constance Dowling (in her final big-screen role), and Herbert Marshall.

Thu, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Let's play Magic the Gathering!

Thu, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe

Sat, Oct 26, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come check out the work of a very talented local photographer!

Sat, Oct 26, All day
Zion Benton Public Library - 2400 Gabriel ave Zion il
Are you a writer? Enter your short story or open into our annual ZB Inked writing contest for a chance to win cash!

Sat, Oct 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Do you want to learn more about your family history?  Start or continue your family research journey today by registering for an appointment with one of Zion Genealogical Society's volunteers.

Sat, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime for 0-6 year olds/Hora de cuentos para niños de 3-6 años.

Sat, Oct 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Do you want to learn more about your family history? Start or continue your family research journey today by registering for an appointment with one of Zion Genealogical Society's volunteers.

Sat, Oct 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Hispanic Heritage Month

Sat, Oct 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join us and play Dungeons and Dragons! Sessions may be part of an ongoing campaign, or a stand alone one shot. Newcomers welcome.
Registration opens Saturday, October 19 2024 at 1:00pm

Sun, Oct 27, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
Come check out the work of a very talented local photographer!

Sun, Oct 27, All day
Zion Benton Public Library - 2400 Gabriel ave Zion il
Are you a writer? Enter your short story or open into our annual ZB Inked writing contest for a chance to win cash!

Mon, Oct 28, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
Come check out the work of a very talented local photographer!

Mon, Oct 28, All day
Zion Benton Public Library - 2400 Gabriel ave Zion il
Are you a writer? Enter your short story or open into our annual ZB Inked writing contest for a chance to win cash!

Mon, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Come & bring your W.I.P. (Work in progress) and share some stories or just enjoy the company of other crafters. All crafters welcome whether it's knitting, crochet, cross stitch, embroidery, or whatever you have!

Mon, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Decorate your house or room for Halloween
Registration opens Monday, October 21 2024 at 9:00am

Mon, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Decorate your own pumpkin to take home

Tue, Oct 29, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
Come check out the work of a very talented local photographer!

Tue, Oct 29, All day
Zion Benton Public Library - 2400 Gabriel ave Zion il
Are you a writer? Enter your short story or open into our annual ZB Inked writing contest for a chance to win cash!

Cancelled
Tue, Oct 29, 9:00am - 11:00am
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Do you want to learn more about your family history? Volunteers from the Zion Genealogical Society will help with your family research.

Tue, Oct 29, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Regular meeting of the Zion-Benton Public Library Board of Trustees. Members of the public are welcome. Click here for an agenda (posted 48 hours prior to the meeting.)

Tue, Oct 29, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Do you want to learn more about your family history?

Wed, Oct 30, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
Come check out the work of a very talented local photographer!

Wed, Oct 30, All day
Zion Benton Public Library - 2400 Gabriel ave Zion il
Are you a writer? Enter your short story or open into our annual ZB Inked writing contest for a chance to win cash!

Wed, Oct 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Manager's weekly meeting to discuss library things.

Wed, Oct 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
A program designed for seniors to socialize at the library provides a valuable opportunity for them to connect, share experiences, and build new friendships in a welcoming environment.

Wed, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Come learn what VR is all about and play some games

Wed, Oct 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
STEAM program for 3rd-5th grades/Programa de STEAM para 3-5 grados

Wed, Oct 30, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Join us as we show 2-4 episodes of a different anime each meeting. Watch with friends, and make a craft

Rescheduled
Wed, Oct 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
New date Thursday, October 31, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Join us for a night of singing, laughing and light refreshments.

Thu, Oct 31, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
Come check out the work of a very talented local photographer!

Thu, Oct 31, All day
Zion Benton Public Library - 2400 Gabriel ave Zion il
Are you a writer? Enter your short story or open into our annual ZB Inked writing contest for a chance to win cash!

Thu, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime for 0-6 year olds/Hora de cuentos para niños de 3-6 años.

Thu, Oct 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
About the Program: A licensed attorney will be available to provide general civil legal information. For eligible individuals who fill out an application, the attorney will provide FREE legal advice specific to their situation. The program will take place every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from 1 to 3 PM. Areas of Law: Denial or Termination of Public Benefits such as  SS(D)I, SNAP, and Medicaid Expungement and Driver's License Reinstatement Child Support and Custody Housing and Eviction Other Civil Legal Matters How it works:  Anyone who is interested can call 224-321-5615 to pre-register, and applicants who are eligible for services will pick an appointment time to speak with an attorney. Walk-ins are also welcome, although priority will be given to pre-registrants.We are able to serve Non-English speaking clients at Ask a Lawyer using a phone translation service called Language Line. We have bilingual staff at our office who are able to assist Spanish speakers who call in to pre-register, and we will have paper applications in Spanish for walk-in applicants.

Thu, Oct 31, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Play games, watch a play, eat some pizza, and learn how to do zombie make up.

Thu, Oct 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Public Parking Lot
Live theater performance!

Thu, Oct 31, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe

Thu, Oct 31, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Join us for a night of singing, laughing and light refreshments.

Fri, Nov 01, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!

Sat, Nov 02, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!

Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Do you want to learn more about your family history?  Start or continue your family research journey today by registering for an appointment with one of Zion Genealogical Society's volunteers. Carlton and Joanne will provide research assistance to everyone from a beginner to the most advanced family historian. Learn how to use Ancestry, Heritage Quest Online and gain access to numerous resources in the Genealogy Room here at the Zion-Benton Public Library.

Sat, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime for ages 0-6

Sat, Nov 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Do you want to learn more about your family history? Start or continue your family research journey today by registering for an appointment with one of Zion Genealogical Society's volunteers. Carlton, Joanne or Charleen will provide research assistance to everyone from a beginner to the most advanced family historian. Learn how to use Ancestry, Heritage Quest Online and gain access to numerous resources in the Genealogy Room here at the Zion-Benton Public Library.

Sat, Nov 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Join us for Memories to Memoirs: How to Begin Writing Your Story with Holly Miller of Story of A Lifetime.

Sat, Nov 02, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Drop in workshop time to work on your cosplay, be it prop, or costume

Sat, Nov 02, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join us and play Dungeons and Dragons! Sessions may be part of an ongoing campaign, or a stand alone one shot. Newcomers welcome.
Registration opens Saturday, October 26 2024 at 1:00pm

Sun, Nov 03, 12:00am - 10:59pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!

Mon, Nov 04, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!

Mon, Nov 04, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Come learn how to make flowers from tulle.
Registration opens Monday, October 28 2024 at 1:00am

Mon, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
family program

Mon, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
No registration required!

Tue, Nov 05, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!

Tue, Nov 05, 9:00am - 11:00am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Do you want to learn more about your family history? Volunteers from the Zion Genealogical Society will help with your family research.

Tue, Nov 05, 9:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
For 2-8 year olds with a caregiver/ Para niños de 2 a 8 años con su cuidador

Tue, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Join us in the Teen Space to try some fruits. We'll also show you how to prepare some of the fruits.

Tue, Nov 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. 10 SEATS.

Tue, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Please join us for our discussion of The Memory Police, by Yoko Ogawa.

Tue, Nov 05, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Do you want to learn more about your family history? Start or continue your family research journey today by registering for an appointment with one of Zion Genealogical Society's volunteers. Carlton, Joanne or Charleen will provide research assistance to everyone from a beginner to the most advanced family historian. Learn how to use Ancestry, Heritage Quest Online and gain access to numerous resources in the Genealogy Room here at the Zion-Benton Public Library.

Wed, Nov 06, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!

Wed, Nov 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Manager's weekly meeting to discuss library things.

Wed, Nov 06, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A

Wed, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

Wed, Nov 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
STEAM program for 3rd-5th grades/Programa de STEAM para 3-5 grados

Wed, Nov 06, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Come learn to paint with art instructor Phyllis Boateng!
Registration opens Wednesday, October 23 2024 at 7:30am

Wed, Nov 06, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Join us as we show 2-4 episodes of a different anime each meeting. Watch with friends, and make a craft

Wed, Nov 06, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Join us in the Teen Space as we crochet, chat, and work on our projects. New to crochet? Stop on by to learn how and where to start.

Thu, Nov 07, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!

Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime for ages 0-6

Thu, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
About the Program: A licensed attorney will be available to provide general civil legal information. For eligible individuals who fill out an application, the attorney will provide FREE legal advice specific to their situation. The program will take place every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from 1 to 3 PM. Areas of Law: Denial or Termination of Public Benefits such as  SS(D)I, SNAP, and Medicaid Expungement and Driver's License Reinstatement Child Support and Custody Housing and Eviction Other Civil Legal Matters How it works:  Anyone who is interested can call 224-321-5615 to pre-register, and applicants who are eligible for services will pick an appointment time to speak with an attorney. Walk-ins are also welcome, although priority will be given to pre-registrants.We are able to serve Non-English speaking clients at Ask a Lawyer using a phone translation service called Language Line. We have bilingual staff at our office who are able to assist Spanish speakers who call in to pre-register, and we will have paper applications in Spanish for walk-in applicants.

Thu, Nov 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Join us to play chess at the library!

Thu, Nov 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to join our drama club!

Thu, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe

Fri, Nov 08, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!

Sat, Nov 09, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!

Sat, Nov 09, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Come to the library for a free winter coat from local organization Grandparents & Kin Raising Children

Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Do you want to learn more about your family history?  Start or continue your family research journey today by registering for an appointment with one of Zion Genealogical Society's volunteers. Carlton and Joanne will provide research assistance to everyone from a beginner to the most advanced family historian. Learn how to use Ancestry, Heritage Quest Online and gain access to numerous resources in the Genealogy Room here at the Zion-Benton Public Library.

Sat, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime for ages 0-6

Sat, Nov 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Youth Study Room
child development screenings

Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Do you want to learn more about your family history? Start or continue your family research journey today by registering for an appointment with one of Zion Genealogical Society's volunteers. Carlton, Joanne or Charleen will provide research assistance to everyone from a beginner to the most advanced family historian. Learn how to use Ancestry, Heritage Quest Online and gain access to numerous resources in the Genealogy Room here at the Zion-Benton Public Library.

Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Join us and play Dungeons and Dragons! Sessions may be part of an ongoing campaign, or a stand alone one shot. Newcomers welcome.
Registration opens Saturday, November 2 2024 at 1:00pm

Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join us for this month's Local Business Spotlight featuring Lynn's Blissful Events, Party Planning & Event Rental LLC.

Sun, Nov 10, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!

Mon, Nov 11, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!

Mon, Nov 11, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Come & bring your W.I.P. (Work in progress) and share some stories or just enjoy the company of other crafters. All crafters welcome whether it's knitting, crochet, cross stitch, embroidery, or whatever you have!

Mon, Nov 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join expert Brooke Bingaman of Soapy Roads of Lombard as she provides an introduction to natural soap-making! This program features a make your own melt and pour soap bar, using all natural ingredients and zero waste! This program also features an educational soap presentation discussing topics such as:What is Soap?History & Origins of Soap-MakingSoaps That Changed the World!3 Modern Methods for Soap-MakingStore Bought Soaps vs Handcrafted Soaps

Mon, Nov 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Come in and make some jewelry
Registration opens Monday, November 4 2024 at 1:00am

Tue, Nov 12, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!

Tue, Nov 12, 9:00am - 11:00am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Do you want to learn more about your family history? Volunteers from the Zion Genealogical Society will help with your family research.

Tue, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 3:50pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Illinois Dunesland Garden Club is for gardeners in Northeastern Illinois and Southeastern Wisconsin. They are a well-established garden club; they have been meeting since 1937.

Tue, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join us for our discussion of November Road by Lou Berney. The library will be putting a copy on hold for each person registered. Happy Reading!

Tue, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table
Drop by to chat with a representative from State Rep. Joyce Mason's Office

Tue, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Do you want to learn more about your family history? Start or continue your family research journey today by registering for an appointment with one of Zion Genealogical Society's volunteers. Carlton, Joanne or Charleen will provide research assistance to everyone from a beginner to the most advanced family historian. Learn how to use Ancestry, Heritage Quest Online and gain access to numerous resources in the Genealogy Room here at the Zion-Benton Public Library.

Wed, Nov 13, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!

Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Manager's weekly meeting to discuss library things.

Wed, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
STEAM program for 3rd-5th grades/Programa de STEAM para 3-5 grados

Wed, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Practice your reading skills by independently reading to a registered therapy dog!/¡Practica tus habilidades de lectura leyéndole a un perro de terapia!

Wed, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Join us as we show 2-4 episodes of a different anime each meeting. Watch with friends, and make a craft

Thu, Nov 14, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!

Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime for ages 0-6

Thu, Nov 14, 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Help us make more room for more books!

Thu, Nov 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to join our drama club!

Thu, Nov 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
Our staff photographer will be available for headshots, family pictures, or any other photo needs.

Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
When faced with intense emotions, grief journaling offers a safe haven for exploration without the fear of judgment.

Thu, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe

Fri, Nov 15, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!