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Native American Heritage Month Walkthrough

2024-11-10 00:00:00 2024-11-10 23:59:00 America/Chicago Native American Heritage Month Walkthrough Learn more this Native American Heritage Month! Zion-Benton Public Library District -

Sunday, November 10
All day

Add to Calendar 2024-11-10 00:00:00 2024-11-10 23:59:00 America/Chicago Native American Heritage Month Walkthrough Learn more this Native American Heritage Month! Zion-Benton Public Library District -

Learn more this Native American Heritage Month!

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, join us for an enlightening walkthrough dedicated to exploring the rich history and diverse cultures of Native American communities. Gain a deeper understanding of the historical and contemporary contributions of Native Americans, and celebrate their vibrant heritage. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and appreciation of Native American history and culture.

Visit the Adult Reference Desk to learn more!

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Seniors | Passive | History | Hands-On | Contest | Adult Services Event | 20s & 30s |

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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, Apr 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Apr 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Apr 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 02 Closed
Sat, May 03 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 04 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

Tue, Apr 29, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, Apr 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
How to Become a Notary and Build a Profitable Business
Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 29, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Join us in the Teen Space and meet other people who also enjoy Hello Kitty & Friends! There will be a cosplay contest and prizes, so dress up as your favorite character!

Tue, Apr 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.)

Wed, Apr 30, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Wed, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join for K-2 grades STEAM activities! / Unase con nosotros para activdades de STEAM para grados K-2.

Wed, Apr 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

Wed, Apr 30, 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, May 01, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table
Come meet Mano a Mano staff members from the Democracy in Action Program! Learn about the Services Mano a Mano offers and receive help registering to vote!

Thu, May 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Drop by the Teen Space after school to grab a snack and play some games with friends!

Cancelled
Thu, May 01, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to join our drama club!

Thu, May 01, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Learn how to make beautiful art pieces by pouring paint. This class will be taught by the Dandelion Art Gallery

Thu, May 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.

Sat, May 03, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Stop by the library and celebrate Free Comic Book Day! Comics available for all ages, while supplies lasts.

Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sat, May 03, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Come join the fun with the Zion-Benton Writer's Guild!

Sat, May 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.

Sat, May 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join us and play the original 1984 Marvel Super Heroes RPG! Hosted by our D&D Club.

Sat, May 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Dress up in your Star Wars best and join us for Star Wars Day. We will have Star Wars crafts, scavenger hunt, photo booth, and more.

Sat, May 03, 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, May 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sun, May 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!

Sun, May 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
In celebration of world kindness day.

Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table
ADRN provides resources and support to caregivers and individuals in the Benton, Libertyville, Newport, Shields, Warren, Waukegan, and Zion townships.

Mon, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Celebrate our new hatchlings!

Mon, May 05, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Learn how to make wire wrapped pendants with Miss Caswell, the art teacher at Zion-Benton Main.

Cancelled
Mon, May 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
No registration required!

Tue, May 06, 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, May 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, May 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Join us in the Teen Space to try out a new food!

Tue, May 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. 10 SEATS.

Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Please join us for our Monthly Book Club on all things science fiction and fantasy!

Wed, May 07, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby,Meeting Room A/B
Community resources for health and wellness!

Wed, May 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Come work with the Job Center of Lake County on everything job related: resumes, job hunting, interviews, etc.

Wed, May 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Come learn to paint with art instructor Phyllis Boateng!

Wed, May 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Learn how to use paper to create a cool 3d collage of your Initial

Wed, May 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Pokemon Pokeball perler bead craft
Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table

Thu, May 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/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.

Thu, May 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to join our drama club!

Thu, May 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Come make create your own hoodie.
Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 5:30pm

Thu, May 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Youth Study Room
Child development screenings

Cancelled
Sat, May 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn how to frost and decorate a two-tiered cake. Please register by May 3rd. Please cancel ASAP if you need to.

Sat, May 10, 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 story, or a stand alone adventure.
Registration opens Saturday, May 3 2025 at 1:00pm

Sat, May 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sun, May 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!

Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table
ADRN provides resources and support to caregivers and individuals in the Benton, Libertyville, Newport, Shields, Warren, Waukegan, and Zion townships.

Mon, May 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join Mano a Mano for ESL Basics.

Mon, May 12, 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!

Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, May 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Join us for our discussion of this month's fiction title. For new registrants: call or visit the Adult Reference desk to secure a copy of the book. Happy Reading!

Tue, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers
Registration opens Tuesday, May 6 2025 at 5:30pm

Wed, May 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join for K-2 grades STEAM activities! / Unase con nosotros para activdades de STEAM para grados K-2.

Wed, May 14, 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 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVnlvaxFQ6E

Cancelled
Wed, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn how to make a dish out of air dry clay

Wed, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Learn how to make a dish out of clay
Registration opens Wednesday, May 7 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, May 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table
Come meet Mano a Mano staff members from the Democracy in Action Program! Learn about the Services Mano a Mano offers and receive help registering to vote!

Thu, May 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
A public hearing for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow for a Commercial Solar Energy System on the subject property.

Thu, May 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Drop by the Teen Space after school to grab a snack and play some games with friends!

Thu, May 15, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to join our drama club!

Thu, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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.

Thu, May 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sat, May 17, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Van Patten Woods Forest Preserve
Linda Karlen will lead us on a Forest Bathing Walk at Van Patten Woods in Wadsworth. We will meet at the Shelter A parking lot to start out!

Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join us for Dungeons and Dragons, or another role-playing game! This may be part of an ongoing story, or a stand alone adventure. Newcomers are welcome, but strongly encouraged to show up early.
Registration opens Saturday, May 10 2025 at 1:00pm

Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Join us for a screening of The Wild Robot.

Sun, May 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join us for the ZBPL Silent Book Club where we meet people and then ignore them!

Sun, May 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!

Mon, May 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table
ADRN provides resources and support to caregivers and individuals in the Benton, Libertyville, Newport, Shields, Warren, Waukegan, and Zion townships.

Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Kids can come in with their imagination and build a LEGO creation.

Mon, May 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join Mano a Mano for ESL Basics.

Mon, May 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Register to save your spot, walk ins will be accommodated if spots are available.
Registration opens Sunday, May 11 2025 at 5:30pm

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Come join us as we celebrate Asian American Heritage Month by learning about Korean popular culture!

Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, May 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. 10 SEATS.

Tue, May 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join us monthly for STEAM-based activities for ages 3-6. Caregiver presence required.

Tue, May 20, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Join us in the Teen Space and meet other people who also enjoy Hunger Games! There will be a cosplay contest and prizes, so dress up as your favorite character!

Tue, May 20, 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.)

Wed, May 21, 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, May 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Where the Genealogical Society Meets!

Wed, May 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox,Virtual Auditorium
Join us as we show 2-4 episodes of a different anime each meeting. Watch with friends, and make a craft https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXeGbRn6RXo

Wed, May 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Kids can join us to make a poppy flower craft by scrape painting.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 14 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, May 22, 9:30am - 10:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Chat with others about what you've been reading lately!

Thu, May 22, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to join our drama club!

Thu, May 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.

Sat, May 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sat, May 24, 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 story, or a stand alone adventure.
Registration opens Saturday, May 17 2025 at 1:00pm

Sat, May 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, May 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, May 27, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - South Lawn
Join us on the south lawn to plant vegetables that are used to make salsa! We will be working with Youth Services to plant in our garden beds this year. They will be planting zinnias at the same time.

Tue, May 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join us for our discussion of this month's non-fiction title. For new registrants: call or visit the Adult Reference desk to secure a copy of the book. Happy Reading!

Wed, May 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join for K-2 grades STEAM activities! / Unase con nosotros para activdades de STEAM para grados K-2.

Wed, May 28, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Learn how to cook
Registration opens Tuesday, May 20 2025 at 5:30pm

Wed, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
The Hound of the Baskerville was a successful Detective movie of Sherlock Holmes. How does TV follow up with its own successful weekly Detective shows

Thu, May 29, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to join our drama club!

Thu, May 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson investigate the legend of a supernatural hound, a beast that may be stalking a young heir on the fog-shrouded moorland that makes up his estate.

Thu, May 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.