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Art Club: DIY Stickers
2025-01-06 17:30:00 2025-01-06 19:00:00 America/Chicago Art Club: DIY Stickers Draw and color your own stickers Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Monday, January 06
5:30pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-06 17:30:00 2025-01-06 19:00:00 America/Chicago Art Club: DIY Stickers Draw and color your own stickers Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Draw and color your own stickers

AGE GROUP: | Teens Grades 6th ? 12th |

EVENT TYPE: | Teen Services Event |

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Zion-Benton Public Library District
library@zblibrary.org
Phone: 847.872.4680
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We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM

We're closed Wednesday December 24 due to Library Closed.
We're closed Thursday December 25 due to Library Closed.
Mon, Dec 22 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Dec 24 Closed
(Library Closed.)
Thu, Dec 25 Closed
(Library Closed.)
Fri, Dec 26 Closed
Sat, Dec 27 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 28 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the Branch

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

Upcoming Events

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Take & Make: Mini Snow Globe - Take home a snow globe kit
Sat, Dec 27, 9:00am - 10:00am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Grab a kit in the Sandbox Makerspace and take it home to make your own mini snow globe.
D&D Club - Marvel Super Heroes RPG
Sat, Dec 27, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join us and play the original 1984 Marvel Super Heroes RPG! With great power comes great role-playing! Hosted by our D&D Club.
Registration is now closed
Animal Explorers - Penguins
Sat, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This month kids can learn about penguins. We will listen to a story, learn facts, and create a fun craft about penguins!
Magic the Gathering Club
Sun, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, Dec 29, 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.
DIY Snow Globe - Make a winter wonderland
Mon, Dec 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Drop in for 30 minutes to make a themed snow globe.
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Mon, Dec 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Crafty Hive - Perler Beads
Mon, Dec 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Kids can come and make Perler bead creations using new snowflake templates or create their own design!
Dave Herzog's Marionettes - Snow Show
Tue, Dec 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
The Snow Show
Holiday Closing - New Year's Eve
Wed, Dec 31, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
The library will be closed for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Normal hours will resume at 9 AM on Saturday, 1/3/2026
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Thu, Jan 01, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Holiday Closing - New Year's Day
Thu, Jan 01, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
The Library will be closed for New Year's Day. Normal hours will resume at 9 AM on Saturday, 1/3/2026
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Fri, Jan 02, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Sat, Jan 03, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Zion-Benton Writer's Guild
Sat, Jan 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Bartlett
Come join the fun with the Zion-Benton Writer's Guild!
D&D Club - Hollow Heart
Sat, Jan 03, 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 story, or a stand alone adventure.
Messy Art
Sat, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Messy and non-messy crafty fun to start out your new year.
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Sun, Jan 04, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Magic the Gathering Club
Sun, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Mon, Jan 05, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Mon, Jan 05, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, Jan 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.
Clay Dessert Challenge - Can you make clay look like cake?
Mon, Jan 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Is it cake or is it clay?
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Mon, Jan 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Tue, Jan 06, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Tue, Jan 06, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Tue, Jan 06, 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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Kohl Children's Museum/Kohl Museo de Niños
Tue, Jan 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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
Computer & Internet Basics
Tue, Jan 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Bartlett
Hands on approach for Patrons to come, ask questions, and practice on a laptop to improve their basic computer and internet skills.
67 Challenge: 6 challenges in 7 minutes - Teen Program
Tue, Jan 06, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Can you complete 6 tasks in 7 minutes? Stop by the Teen Space for the 67 Challenge
Clases Básicas de Computación - ¡Obtén un dispositivo gratuito al asistir a las sesiones!
Tue, Jan 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Este taller gratuito y práctico le enseñará lo básico y le ayudará a desarrollar habilidades tecnológicas para el día a día en un ambiente amigable y de apoyo.
Register
Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club
Tue, Jan 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! This month we will be discussing the classic I, Robot by Isaac Asimov.
CEJA Grant Community Input - Funding the Future
Tue, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
The application for the third round of funding from the Energy Transition Community Grant Program will open soon.
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Wed, Jan 07, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Wed, Jan 07, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
1967 Bank Heist: Escape Room - Teen Program
Wed, Jan 07, 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Can you break into the vault at 6/7th Bank?
Job Center on the Move
Wed, Jan 07, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Come work with the Job Center of Lake County on everything job related: resumes, job hunting, interviews, etc.
Lego Builders
Wed, Jan 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Lego Builders
Art Adventures with Phyllis
Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Have fun exploring art with local artist Phyllis Boateng!
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Thu, Jan 08, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Thu, Jan 08, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Thu, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Connect with staff from Lake County's Digital Equity program during drop-in hours.
Clases Básicas de Computación - ¡Obtén un dispositivo gratuito al asistir a las sesiones!
Thu, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Este taller gratuito y práctico le enseñará lo básico y le ayudará a desarrollar habilidades tecnológicas para el día a día en un ambiente amigable y de apoyo.
Register
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Thu, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Learn to Draw with Sanjay
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Learn how to draw from Library Trustee, Sanjay Singhal!
Transforming Shards - Therapeutic Plate Smashing
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
This session provides a safe space for participants to release emotions by smashing plates. Guided by a therapist, you will explore themes and write words on plates to break in a controlled setting.
This event is full
Bilingual Storytime
Thu, Jan 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Fri, Jan 09, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Sat, Jan 10, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Sat, Jan 10, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Clases de Computación - with Mano a Mano
Sat, Jan 10, 9:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Computer Classes provided by Mano a Mano.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, Jan 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.
Qigong with Drew Davis
Sat, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Join with others in our community for an hour long beginner friendly Qigong class.
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Sat, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Ages and Stages Questionnaires
Sat, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Child development screenings
CEJA Grant Community Input - Funding the Future
Sat, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
The application for the third round of funding from the Energy Transition Community Grant Program will open soon.
Thrift Flip - Teen Program
Sat, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Need a sewing machine for a project? Come on in.
D&D Club - Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Sat, Jan 10, 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 story, or a stand alone adventure.
Registration opens Saturday, January 3 2026 at 1:00pm
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, Jan 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.
Bookmark Buddies - Name Collage Bookmarks
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Come create a fun bookmark! *No registration required, 10 seats available, first come first serve
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Sun, Jan 11, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Sun, Jan 11, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Magic the Gathering Club
Sun, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!
Axolotl perler beads
Sun, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Kids can choose to make a perler bead axolotl into a keychain or a necklace. This class is designed for kids in grades 3-5. Space is limited for this class, so make sure to register!
This event is full
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Mon, Jan 12, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Mon, Jan 12, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, Jan 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.
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Mon, Jan 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Crafty Hive - Perler Beads
Mon, Jan 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Kids can come and make Perler bead creations using new snowmen templates or create their own design!
Stitch & Share
Mon, Jan 12, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Come and socialize with fellow crafters while working on your own work-in-progress!
So You Want to Play Dungeon & Dragons? Character Creation - Teen Program
Mon, Jan 12, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Learn how to set up a character for the tabletop role playing game Dungeon & Dragons.
Registration opens Sunday, January 4 2026 at 5:30pm
ESL Basics
Mon, Jan 12, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join us for an exciting 9 Week ESL class.
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Tue, Jan 13, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Tue, Jan 13, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Tue, Jan 13, 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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Computer & Internet Basics
Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Hands on approach for Patrons to come, ask questions, and practice on a laptop to improve their basic computer and internet skills.
Committee Meeting for Board of Trustees
Tue, Jan 13, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Monthly commitee meeting of the Zion-Benton Public Library Board of Trustees.
Dunesland Garden Club
Tue, Jan 13, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room 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.
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Tue, Jan 13, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Connect with staff from Lake County's Digital Equity program during drop-in hours.
Clases Básicas de Computación - ¡Obtén un dispositivo gratuito al asistir a las sesiones!
Tue, Jan 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Este taller gratuito y práctico le enseñará lo básico y le ayudará a desarrollar habilidades tecnológicas para el día a día en un ambiente amigable y de apoyo.
Register
Maker Time: Paper Craft - Open Sandbox Craft
Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Maker Time is the 2nd Tuesday of the month, come in and express your creativity through the medium of the month. This month paper!
A Novel Bunch Fiction Book Club - Mother of Strangers by Suad Amiry
Tue, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
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!
Leading through Literacy
Tue, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Let's read together!
Registration opens Tuesday, January 6 2026 at 5:30pm
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Wed, Jan 14, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Wed, Jan 14, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Music & Movement - Teen Program
Wed, Jan 14, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Try out some musical instruments or move to music.
Anime Club: Wedding Peach - Teen Program
Wed, Jan 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
Crochet Club - Teen program
Wed, Jan 14, 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.
CEJA Grant Community Input - Funding the Future
Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
The application for the third round of funding from the Energy Transition Community Grant Program will open soon.
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Thu, Jan 15, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Thu, Jan 15, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Thu, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Connect with staff from Lake County's Digital Equity program during drop-in hours.
Computer & Internet Basics
Thu, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Bartlett
Hands on approach for Patrons to come, ask questions, and practice on a laptop to improve their basic computer and internet skills.
Clases Básicas de Computación - ¡Obtén un dispositivo gratuito al asistir a las sesiones!
Thu, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Este taller gratuito y práctico le enseñará lo básico y le ayudará a desarrollar habilidades tecnológicas para el día a día en un ambiente amigable y de apoyo.
Register
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Thu, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Stop the Bleed Training - Save A Life
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
At this FREE training, you will get hands-on practice applying pressure, packing a wound, and applying a tourniquet.
Register
Bilingual Storytime
Thu, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Fri, Jan 16, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Sat, Jan 17, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Sat, Jan 17, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Clases de Computación - with Mano a Mano
Sat, Jan 17, 9:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Computer Classes provided by Mano a Mano.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, Jan 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.
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Sat, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
D&D Club - Strixhaven: Curriculum of Chaos
Sat, Jan 17, 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, January 10 2026 at 1:00pm
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, Jan 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.
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Sun, Jan 18, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Sun, Jan 18, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Magic the Gathering Club
Sun, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Mon, Jan 19, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Mon, Jan 19, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, Jan 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.
Community Service Opportunity - Letter writing
Mon, Jan 19, 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Drop into the teen space any time to write letters to sick children and senior citizens across the country.
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Mon, Jan 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Family Movie Day - Elio
Mon, Jan 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Movie and popcorn! Kids and their families can join us for a showing of Disney's Elio.
ESL Basics
Mon, Jan 19, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join us for an exciting 9 Week ESL class.
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Tue, Jan 20, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Tue, Jan 20, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Tue, Jan 20, 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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Tue, Jan 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Connect with staff from Lake County's Digital Equity program during drop-in hours.
Clases Básicas de Computación - ¡Obtén un dispositivo gratuito al asistir a las sesiones!
Tue, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Este taller gratuito y práctico le enseñará lo básico y le ayudará a desarrollar habilidades tecnológicas para el día a día en un ambiente amigable y de apoyo.
Register
Lindsay's Craft Corner - Snowflake Lantern
Tue, Jan 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Stop by to create something fun and meet with other local crafters! No Registration. 10 Seats Available. First Come First Serve.
Little Explorers - Hands-on fun for ages 3-6
Tue, Jan 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.
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Wed, Jan 21, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Wed, Jan 21, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Seed Library - Monthly meeting
Wed, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join the seed library to sort, count and package seeds.
Kids taste test - Oreos
Wed, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Kids can sample multiple flavors of Oreos and vote for their favorite one! Supplies are limited, make sure to register!
Registration opens Wednesday, January 14 2026 at 9:00am
Project of the Month: - Iron On 6 7 Merch
Wed, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
We'll take out the Cricut Machine and make iron on merchandise.
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Morning Book Buzz - Book Discussion
Thu, Jan 22, 9:30am - 10:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Chat with others about what you've been reading lately!
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Thu, Jan 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Connect with staff from Lake County's Digital Equity program during drop-in hours.
Computer & Internet Basics
Thu, Jan 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Hands on approach for Patrons to come, ask questions, and practice on a laptop to improve their basic computer and internet skills.
Clases Básicas de Computación - ¡Obtén un dispositivo gratuito al asistir a las sesiones!
Thu, Jan 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Este taller gratuito y práctico le enseñará lo básico y le ayudará a desarrollar habilidades tecnológicas para el día a día en un ambiente amigable y de apoyo.
Register
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Thu, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Connecting to the Classic - CTTC Presents " The Three Hundred Spartans
Thu, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
A small Army of Greeks spearheaded by three hundred Spartans do battle with the whole invading Persian Army.
Civic Minded Projects - Supporting the Efforts of the Zion Queens
Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Come together with other like-minded members of your community to help support the service projects being led by the Zion Queens.
Learn to Draw with Sanjay
Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Learn how to draw from Library Trustee, Sanjay Singhal!
Bilingual Storytime
Thu, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Fri, Jan 23, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Sat, Jan 24, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Sat, Jan 24, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Clases de Computación - with Mano a Mano
Sat, Jan 24, 9:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Computer Classes provided by Mano a Mano.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, Jan 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.
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Sat, Jan 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Let's Make a Prop! - Teen Program
Sat, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Drop in workshop time to work a project of your choice, let's see what you can make!
D&D Club - Marvel Super Heroes RPG
Sat, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Join us and play the original 1984 Marvel Super Heroes RPG! With great power comes great role-playing! Hosted by our D&D Club.
Registration opens Saturday, January 17 2026 at 1:00pm
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, Jan 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.
Flavor Lab - S'more Pops
Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Drop in and learn how to make a yummy S'more Pop! No need to register. While supplies last.
The Lit Lovers Romance Book Club - Beach Read by Emily Henry
Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
First meeting of the romance book club! Join us for our discussion of this month's romance title. New registrants: call or visit the Adult Reference desk to secure a copy of the book. Happy Reading!
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Sun, Jan 25, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Sun, Jan 25, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Magic the Gathering Club
Sun, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Mon, Jan 26, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Come pick up your Readopoly game board at adult services! Once you complete a challenge set, come in for a prize and an entry into our raffle!
Spice of the Month Club - January - Featuring Ginger
Mon, Jan 26, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Homeschool Meet and Greet
Mon, Jan 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Socialize and get to know other homeschooling families in the community, while learning about all of the resources the library has to offer to help with homeschooling.
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, Jan 26, 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.
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Mon, Jan 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Rescheduled
Family Movie Day - Elio
Mon, Jan 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Monday, January 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Movie and popcorn! Kids and their families can join us for a showing of Disney's Elio.
Stitch & Share
Mon, Jan 26, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Come and socialize with fellow crafters while working on your own work-in-progress!
Cocoa By the Campfire
Mon, Jan 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Reading and a craft
Registration opens Monday, January 19 2026 at 9:00am
Teen Dungeon & Dragons - Teen Program
Mon, Jan 26, 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, January 18 2026 at 5:30pm
ESL Basics
Mon, Jan 26, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join us for an exciting 9 Week ESL class.
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