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ZBLibrary Focus Group

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2024-10-19 10:00:00 2024-10-19 11:30:00 America/Chicago ZBLibrary Focus Group 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. Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

Saturday, October 19
10:00am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2024-10-19 10:00:00 2024-10-19 11:30:00 America/Chicago ZBLibrary Focus Group 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. 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.

Attendees will understand and develop programs and services that support the strategic plan, PLUS brainstorm how the CEJA funds can help Library help the community on the path to Economic Justice. All attendees will receive a small token of appreciation and be entered into a raffle held at the end of each session.  You must be present to win!  

Registration suggested, but not required. Attendees who register will receive supporting documents in advance.

Light refreshments will be provided for this 90-minute session. Bring a friend or neighbor with! Teens and adults are welcome.

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

EVENT TYPE: | Informational |

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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, Mar 31 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Apr 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Apr 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Apr 03 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Apr 04 Closed
Sat, Apr 05 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 06 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, Apr 02, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Wed, Apr 02, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby,Meeting Room A/B
Community resources for health and wellness!

Wed, Apr 02, 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, Apr 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Come learn to paint with art instructor Phyllis Boateng!

Wed, Apr 02, 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 02, 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, Apr 03, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Thu, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.

Thu, Apr 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
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, Apr 03, 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, Apr 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Drop by to audition for the ZBTeens Drama Club's next play! You can prepare your own monologue or one will be provided for you.

Thu, Apr 03, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to join our drama club!

Thu, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.

Sat, Apr 05, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Sat, Apr 05, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Come join the fun with the Zion-Benton Writer's Guild!

Sat, Apr 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join us for storytime

Sat, Apr 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join us for Memories to Memoirs: How to Begin Writing Your Story with Holly Miller of Story of A Lifetime.

Sat, Apr 05, 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, Apr 05, 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

Sun, Apr 06, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Sun, Apr 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!

Mon, Apr 07, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Mon, Apr 07, 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, Apr 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Learn how to hand sew a cat plush

Tue, Apr 08, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Tue, Apr 08, 9:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
For 2-8 year olds with a caregiver/ Para niños de 2 a 8 años con su cuidador

Tue, Apr 08, 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 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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, Apr 08, 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!

Tue, Apr 08, 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!
Registration is now closed

Wed, Apr 09, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Wed, Apr 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
for Kindergarten-5th grade

Wed, Apr 09, 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 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Learn how to paint colorful and bright art with Miss Phyllis, a local professional artist.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 2 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 10, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

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

Thu, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.

Thu, Apr 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Our staff photographer will be available for headshots, family pictures, or any other photo needs.

Thu, Apr 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Tie Dye t-shirts with the Dandelion Art Gallery. All materials will be supplied.
Registration opens Thursday, April 3 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join us for The Joys of Journaling as we discuss the brilliant writings of Emily Dickinson.

Thu, Apr 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.

Sat, Apr 12, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby,Meeting Room A/B
Join us at the library for our spring craft fair!

Sat, Apr 12, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Sat, Apr 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join us for storytime

Sat, Apr 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Child development screenings

Sat, Apr 12, 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, April 5 2025 at 1:00pm

Sun, Apr 13, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Sun, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!

Mon, Apr 14, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Mon, Apr 14, 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, Apr 14, 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, Apr 15, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Tue, Apr 15, 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 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. 10 SEATS.

Tue, Apr 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers
Registration opens Tuesday, April 8 2025 at 5:30pm

Wed, Apr 16, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Wed, Apr 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, Apr 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!Sign up is required and will begin 1 week before the program.  To sign up for a 10 minute slot, stop by the Youth Services desk, or call 847-872-4680 ext.5 This program is for children reading independently. ¡Practica tus habilidades de lectura leyéndole a un perro de terapia!  Registrando is requerido y comenzará una semana antes del programa. Para inscribirse para una cita de 10 minutos, pase por el mostrador de Servicios para Niños o llame al 847-872-4680 ext. 5. Este programa es para niños que leen de forma independemente.

Wed, Apr 16, 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 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Learn how to make Deviled Eggs
Registration opens Tuesday, April 8 2025 at 5:30pm

Thu, Apr 17, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Rescheduled
Thu, Apr 17, 9:30am - 10:30am
New date Thursday, April 24, 9:30am - 10:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Chat with others about what you've been reading lately!

Thu, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.

Thu, Apr 17, 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!

Rescheduled
Thu, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 6:30pm
New date Thursday, April 17, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Drop in any time between 3-6:00pm to play. There will be crafts and snacks. You could even win a basket of goodies.

Thu, Apr 17, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Drop in any time between 3-6:00pm to play. There will be crafts and snacks. You could even win a basket of goodies.

Thu, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.

Sat, Apr 19, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Sat, Apr 19, 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, Apr 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join us for storytime

Sat, Apr 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
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, April 12 2025 at 1:00pm

Sun, Apr 20, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Library is closed today.

Mon, Apr 21, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Mon, Apr 21, 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, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Family games and popcorn

Mon, Apr 21, 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.

Tue, Apr 22, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Tue, Apr 22, 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 22, 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!

Tue, Apr 22, 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.

Wed, Apr 23, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
The Success of the Movie Stage Coach in 1939, Led to Television developing many Westerns in the 1950's and 60's

Thu, Apr 24, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Thu, Apr 24, 9:30am - 10:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Chat with others about what you've been reading lately!

Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.

Thu, Apr 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to join our drama club!

Thu, Apr 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Learn how to sew a scrunchie
Registration opens Thursday, April 17 2025 at 5:30pm

Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
How to Become a Notary and Build a Profitable Business

Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
A group of people traveling on a stagecoach find their journey complicated by the threat of Geronimo and learn something about each other in the process.

Sat, Apr 26, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Sat, Apr 26, 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, Apr 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join us for storytime

Sat, Apr 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 story, or a stand alone adventure.
Registration opens Saturday, April 19 2025 at 1:00pm

Sat, Apr 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Join us for a Drum Circle Jam with Helen Bond. Whether you desire to join in the drumming, to dance, or just listen to the rhythm, all are welcome to see what our community can create together!

Sun, Apr 27, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Sun, Apr 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!

Sun, Apr 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Celebrate Earth Day with a repurposed craft project to get you in the mood for the coming Spring! We will upcycle magazines into a tulip collage. All supplies provided.

Mon, Apr 28, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Mon, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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!

Mon, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Learn how to make brass rings with Miss Caswell, the art teacher at Zion-Benton Main
Registration opens Monday, April 21 2025 at 9:00am

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

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

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!

Thu, May 01, 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 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
Registration opens Thursday, April 24 2025 at 9:00am

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