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Connecting to the Classics Preview

"King Kong"
2025-03-26 18:00:00 2025-03-26 19:30:00 America/Chicago Connecting to the Classics Preview From the success of the Great Ape, King Kong, lets look at how TV. showcased animals for the Home Viewers Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Wednesday, March 26
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-26 18:00:00 2025-03-26 19:30:00 America/Chicago Connecting to the Classics Preview From the success of the Great Ape, King Kong, lets look at how TV. showcased animals for the Home Viewers Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

From the success of the Great Ape, King Kong, lets look at how TV. showcased animals for the Home Viewers

As Television made its mark, let us take a look at how it showcased animals as stars for its viewers in the 1950's and 60's.  Shows to take a closer look at includes Rin Tin Tin, Mr. Ed., Lassie, and Flipper. Three of the four required the animal to be well trained.  The Mr. Ed was a comedy show dealing with a so called Talking Horse

AGE GROUP: | Family | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Animals & Nature | All Ages | Adult Services Event |

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

Upcoming Events

Ask A Master Gardener
Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table
Senior Social Hour
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.
Beginner Sewing: Hoodies - Teen Program
Thu, May 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Come make create your own hoodie.
Registration is now closed
ZBTeens Drama Club
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!
Bilingual Storytime
Thu, May 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.
Beginning Genealogy Workshop
Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Want to learn more on your family history? Join us as the Zion Genealogical Society present an exciting presentation on how to start your genealogical research.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
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.
Cancelled
Ages and Stages Screenings
Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Child development screenings
D&D Club - Strixhaven: Curriculum of Chaos
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.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
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.
Cancelled
Beginner Cake Decorating
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.
Magic the Gathering Club
Sun, May 11, 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, 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.
ESL Basics
Mon, May 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join Mano a Mano for ESL Basics.
Stitch & Share
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!
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Tue, May 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.
A Novel Bunch Fiction Book Club - Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano
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!
Registration is now closed
Early Learning Club/Club de Aprendizaje Temprano
Tue, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers
K-2 STEAM Lab/Laboratorio de STEAM
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.
Cancelled
Art Club:Clay
Wed, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Learn how to make a dish out of air dry clay
Anime Club - The Cat Returns
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
Art Club: Clay Dish
Wed, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Learn how to make a dish out of clay
Mano a Mano - Resource Sharing and Voter Registration
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!
Lake County Zoning Board of Appeals - Case #CUP-001072-2025 W 9th Street Solar Project
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.
Teen Snack & Games
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!
ZBTeens Drama Club
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!
Leaving a Legacy
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.
Bilingual Storytime
Thu, May 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
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.
Forest Bathing at Van Patten Woods - with ANFT Certified Forest Therapy Guide Linda Karlen
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!
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
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.
D&D Club - Dice, Imagination, Adventure
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
Family Movie - Wild Robot
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.
Magic the Gathering Club
Sun, May 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!
Silent Book Club
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!
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
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.
LEGO Builders
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.
ESL Basics
Mon, May 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join Mano a Mano for ESL Basics.
Teen Dungeon & Dragons - Teen Program
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
K-Pop Pop Up
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!
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Tue, May 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.
Lindsay's Craft Corner with Rachel - Fun with Watercolors!
Tue, May 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. 10 SEATS.
Little Explorers - Hands-on fun for ages 3-6
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.
Teen Trivia Tuesday - Hunger Games
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!
Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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.)
Seed Library
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.
Genealogical Society Meeting
Wed, May 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Where the Genealogical Society Meets!
Anime Club - Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms
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
The Crafty Hive - Scrape Painted Poppy Flower
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
Morning Book Buzz - Book Discussion
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!
ZBTeens Drama Club
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!
Bilingual Storytime
Thu, May 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
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.
D&D Club - Darkest Aundir
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
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
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.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Tue, May 27, 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.
Plant A Salsa Garden - Teen Program
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.
Mixed Minds Non-Fiction Book Club - Where the Deer & the Antelope Play by Nick Offerman
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!
Cooking Club: Pancakes - Teen Program
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
K-2 STEAM Lab/Laboratorio de STEAM
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.
Connecting to the Classics Preparation - "The Hound of the Baskervilles"
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
Ice Cream Sundae - Teen Program
Thu, May 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Drop by the Teen Space after school to create your own Ice Cream Sundae!
ZBTeens Drama Club
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!
Connecting to the Classics - "The Hound of the Baskervilles"
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.
Bilingual Storytime
Thu, May 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, May 31, 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.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, May 31, 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.
Marvel Super Heroes RPG - With Great Power...
Sat, May 31, 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.
Registration opens Saturday, May 24 2025 at 1:00pm
Kids Flavor Lab
Sat, May 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Dunkaroos
Registration opens Friday, May 23 2025 at 9:00am
Magic the Gathering Club
Sun, Jun 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!
ESL Basics
Mon, Jun 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join Mano a Mano for ESL Basics.
Crafty Hive - Design your own tote bag
Mon, Jun 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Kids can design their own tote bag using paints, markers, and stencils. We will provide the tote.
Registration opens Monday, May 26 2025 at 9:00am
Beginner Hand sewing: Dog Cube Stuffy - Teen Program
Mon, Jun 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Learn how to hand sew a dog cube plush
Registration opens Monday, May 19 2025 at 5:30pm
Kohl Children's Museum/Kohl Museo de Niños
Tue, Jun 03, 9:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - South Lawn
For 2-8 year olds with a caregiver/ Para niños de 2 a 8 años con su cuidador
Lindsay's Craft Corner: Paint By Numbers
Tue, Jun 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. 10 SEATS.
Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club
Tue, Jun 03, 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!
Cosplay Club- Props - Teen Program
Wed, Jun 04, 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
Community Hub
Wed, Jun 04, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby,Meeting Room A/B
Community resources for health and wellness!
Job Center on the Move
Wed, Jun 04, 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.
Anime Club - Teen Program
Wed, Jun 04, 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
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Thu, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Senior Social Hour
Thu, Jun 05, 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.
Lilo & Stitch celebration
Thu, Jun 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Come visit us and celebrate Lilo and Stitch.  We will have crafts, scavenger hunt, and more!
ZBTeens Drama Club
Thu, Jun 05, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to join our drama club!
The Notary Goldmine - An Educational Workshop
Thu, Jun 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
How to Become a Notary and Build a Profitable Business
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Sat, Jun 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Zion-Benton Writer's Guild
Sat, Jun 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Come join the fun with the Zion-Benton Writer's Guild!
D&D Club - Strixhaven: Curriculum of Chaos
Sat, Jun 07, 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 31 2025 at 1:00pm
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