Leaving a Legacy

Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society

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.

Preschool Storytime and Playdate

Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Join us for storytime

D&D Club - Dice, Imagination, Adventure

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.

Library Closed

Sun, Apr 20, All day

Zion-Benton Public Library District

Library is closed today.

Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township

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.

Family Game Night - Join us for games and popcorn!

Mon, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Family games and popcorn

Teen Dungeon & Dragons - Teen Program

Mon, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Boost Your German Research - Understand Historical Jurisdiction

Mon, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:45pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

Join us for the April Zion Genealogical Society.

Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society

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.

Mixed Minds Non-Fiction Book Club - 84, Charing Cross Road by Helene Hanff

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!

Registration is now closed

Little Explorers - Hands-on fun for ages 3-6

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.

Connecting to the Classics Preview - "Stage Coach"

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

"Wicked" Karaoke Night - Sing your favorites!

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B

Join us for a night of Wicked Karaoke! "Popular"? "The Wizard and I"? "Defying Gravity"? All of the above? Grab your friends and belt out your favorite songs!

Morning Book Buzz - Book Discussion

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!

Preschool Storytime and Playdate

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.

Beginner sewing: Scrunchies - Teen Program

Thu, Apr 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Learn how to sew a scrunchie

Connecting to the Classics - "Stage Coach" Starring John Wayne

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, 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.

The Notary Goldmine - An Educational Workshop

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

Zion-Benton Public Library Volunteer Recognition - For National Volunteer Week

Sat, Apr 26, All day

Zion-Benton Public Library District

Reading Program/Programa de Lectura

Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Help us celebrate the hard work of our ZBLibrary volunteers with a ceremony and light refreshments.

Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society

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.

Preschool Storytime and Playdate

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Join us for storytime

D&D Club - Darkest Aundir

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

Drum Circle Jam with Helen Bond

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!

Earth Day Collage Craft

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.

Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township

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.

Mano a Mano - Resource Sharing and Voter Registration

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!

Stitch & Share

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!

Brass Rings

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

Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society

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.

The Notary Goldmine - An Educational Workshop

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

Teen Trivia Tuesday - Hello Kitty & Friends

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!

Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

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.)

K-2 STEAM Lab/Laboratorio de STEAM

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.

Anime Club: Fog Hill of Five Elements - Teen Program

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

Mano a Mano - Resource Sharing and Voter Registration

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!

Teen Snack & Games

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!

Paint Pouring: Teen and Caregiver

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

Zion-Benton Writer's Guild

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!

Bilingual Storytime

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, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A

Come join the fun with the Zion-Benton Writer's Guild!

Grief Journaling

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.

Cosplay Club - Teen Program

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

Star Wars Day

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.

Marvel Super Heroes RPG - With Great Power...

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.

Registration opens Saturday, April 26 2025 at 1:00pm

Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township

Sun, May 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Let's play Magic the Gathering!

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.

Wire Wrapped Pendants

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.

Registration opens Monday, May 26 2025 at 9:00am

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Microsoft 101

Mon, May 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District

No registration required!

Kohl Children's Museum

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

Try-It Tuesday: Food Edition - Salsas

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!

Lindsay's Craft Corner: Pinwheel Wreath

Tue, May 06, 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, 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!

Community Hub

Wed, May 07, 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, 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.

The Crafty Hive - Pokemon Pokeball perler bead

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

Monogram Paper Quilling - Teen Program

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

Registration opens Tuesday, April 29 2025 at 5:30pm

Art Adventures with Phyllis

Wed, May 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

Come learn to paint with art instructor Phyllis Boateng!

Registration opens Wednesday, April 23 2025 at 7:30am

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 - 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

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.

Ages and Stages Screenings

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Youth Study Room

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.

Registration opens Saturday, May 3 2025 at 1:00pm

Beginner Cake Decorating

Sat, May 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A

Learn how to frost and decorate a two-tiered cake. Please register by May 3rd. Please cancel ASAP if you need to.

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

Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township

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.

Stitch & Share

Mon, May 12, 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A

Lake County Zoning Board of Appeals - Case #CUP-001072-2025 W 9th Street Solar Project

Tue, May 13, 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.

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!

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

Registration opens Tuesday, May 6 2025 at 5:30pm

Anime Club - Teen Program

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

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.

Art Club

Wed, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area

Project to come

Registration opens Wednesday, May 7 2025 at 9:00am

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!

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!

Forest Bathing at Van Patten Woods - with ANFT Certified Forest Therapy Guide Linda Karlen

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.

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!

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.