Connecting to the Classic

Gingerbread Houses - Teen Program

Mon, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District

Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.

Stitch & Share

Mon, Nov 24, 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!

Mon, Nov 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area

Make your own gingerbread house.

Housing Action Illinois - Know Your Tenants' Rights!

Mon, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Source of Income Housing Discrimination Presentation.

Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society

Tue, Nov 25, 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.

Mixed Minds Non-Fiction Book Club - Mailman by Stephen Starring Grant

Tue, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Device Advice - 1-on-1 Tech Help

Tue, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Paddock

Having trouble with your phone, tablet, laptop or other device? We can help.

Perler Bead Backpack Charm - Teen Program

Tue, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area

Make a fun craft in the Teen Space

Mixed Minds Non-Fiction Book Club - Mailman by Stephen Starring Grant

Tue, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A

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

Connecting to the Classic - CttC Present " Charge of the Light Brigade

Tue, Nov 25, 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Tennyson's poem of heroism featuring Errol Flynn and Patric Knowles as sibling cavalry officers who compete for the hand of Olivia de Havilland while battling rebel forces in 19th-century India.

Board Meeting

Tue, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

Regular monthly meeting of the Zion-Benton Public Library Board of Trustees.

Lego Builders

Wed, Nov 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Enjoy an hour of free building with LEGO! Come with your imagination and build anything you can dream with LEGO. Open to kids K-5 and their caregivers. No registration required.

Cancelled

New Game+ Overcooked 2 - Teen Program

Wed, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District

Wednesdays from 3-4:30pm meet up in the Teen Space to try out a featured game for the month

Closed at 5:00 PM for Thanksgiving

Wed, Nov 26, 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District

ZBlibrary will be closed at 5:00 PM to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday.

Closed for Thanksgiving Day

Thu, Nov 27, 9:00am - 9:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District

The Library will be closed for Thanksgiving Day. Normal hours will resume at 9 AM on Saturday, 11/29.

Cancelled

Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society

Thu, Nov 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District

This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.

Sat, Nov 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.

Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society

Sat, Nov 29, 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 - Marvel Super Heroes RPG

Sat, Nov 29, 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.

Axolotl perler beads

Sat, Nov 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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!

Sun, Nov 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Let's play Magic the Gathering!

Jingle Nails - Teen Program

Mon, Dec 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District

Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.

Mon, Dec 01, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Pop up nail salon

Kohl Children's Museum/Kohl Museo de Niños

Tue, Dec 02, 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

PADS of Lake County Office Hours

Tue, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Paddock,Community Table

Please come talk to someone from PADS Lake County if you are in need of their help.

Device Advice - 1-on-1 Tech Help

Tue, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Bartlett

Having trouble with your phone, tablet, laptop or other device? We can help.

Lindsay's Craft Corner - Holiday Light Wreath

Tue, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

No Registration. 10 Seats Available. First Come First Serve.

Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club

Tue, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

Please join us for our Monthly Book Club to discuss the book Fated, by Benedict Jacka

Northern Illinois Recovery Communuity Organization - Join the Northern Illinois Recovery Movement

Wed, Dec 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table

Information and empathic help with gambling concerns, homelessness, and navigating re-entry.

Community Hub

Wed, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 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.

3rd-5th grade STEAM Lab/Laboratorio de STEAM

Wed, Dec 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

New venue Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Join for STEAM activities! / Unase con nosotros para activdades de STEAM.

Crochet Club - Teen program

Wed, Dec 03, 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.

Anime Club: Holiday Specials - Teen Program

Wed, Dec 03, 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

Art Adventures with Phyllis

Wed, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

Have fun exploring art with local artist Phyllis Boateng!

Preschool Storytime and Playdate

Thu, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 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.

ZBTeens Drama Club - Acting Exercises and Scene Work

Thu, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District

Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.

Cancelled

Thu, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District

Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to join our drama club! Each week we will work on acting exercises and read scenes and plays. All experience levels welcome!

Zion-Benton Writer's Guild

Thu, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.

Sat, Dec 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Bartlett

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

A Holiday in Oz - Our Annual Holiday Party 2025

Sat, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table,Lobby,Meeting Room A/B,Meeting Room C,Teen Services Area,The Sandbox

Enjoy live jazz, treats, crafts, and more! Come for an unforgettable afternoon of enchantment and joy! Pictures with Santa will be bring-your-own-camera this year!

Night of the Luminarias/ Noche de Luminarias - A Centuries-Old Holiday Tradition Comes to Zion

Sat, Dec 06, 4:30pm - 8:00pm

1201 Shiloh Blvd, Zion, IL 60099 - Veteran's Memorial Park

Kick off the holiday season as Zion lights up the night with candlelight. Da inicio a la temporada navideña mientras Zion ilumina la noche con velas.

Basic Computer Skills (Lake County Digital Initiative) - Earn a Free Device by Attending Sessions!

Sun, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Let's play Magic the Gathering!

Mon, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

Join us for digital skills sessions and take a step toward closing the digital divide. This opportunity is made possible through our partnership with the Lake County Digital Equity Program.

Project of the Month: Lasercut Ornament - It's Rudolf

Mon, Dec 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District

Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.

Stitch & Share

Mon, Dec 08, 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!

Mon, Dec 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Watch our laser cutter cut out cute Rudolf ornaments. Then you can assemble and color your ornament to take home.

Computer & Internet Basics

Tue, Dec 09, 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.

Basic Computer Skills (Lake County Digital Initiative) - Earn a Free Device by Attending Sessions!

Tue, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A

Join us for digital skills sessions and take a step toward closing the digital divide. This opportunity is made possible through our partnership with the Lake County Digital Equity Program.

Device Advice - 1-on-1 Tech Help

Tue, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Paddock

Having trouble with your phone, tablet, laptop or other device? We can help.

Teen Space Tuesday: 3-D Pen - Teen Program

Tue, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area

Stop by the Teen Space to try out a 3-D pen!

Maker Time: Beads & Jewelry - Open Sandbox Craft

Tue, Dec 09, 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

A Novel Bunch Fiction Book Club - We Could Be Rats by Emily Austin

Tue, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

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, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Let's read together!

Registration opens Tuesday, December 2 2025 at 5:30pm

Hot Cocoa and Cookies - Teen Program

Wed, Dec 10, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area

Celebrate the holidays in the Teen Space

The Crafty Hive - Winter tree ornaments

Wed, Dec 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Kids can drop in and create a festive holiday ornament.

Preschool Storytime and Playdate

Thu, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.

BINGO

Thu, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A

Come play Bingo at the library!

Basic Computer Skills (Lake County Digital Initiative) - Earn a Free Device by Attending Sessions!

Thu, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

Join us for digital skills sessions and take a step toward closing the digital divide. This opportunity is made possible through our partnership with the Lake County Digital Equity Program.

ZBTeens Drama Club - Acting Exercises and Scene Work

Thu, Dec 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District

Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.

Cancelled

Thu, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District

Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to join our drama club! Each week we will work on acting exercises and read scenes and plays. All experience levels welcome!

Gingerbread House Decorating Competition

Thu, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.

Sat, Dec 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A

Celebrate the season and decorate a gingerbread house!

Home Energy Savings presentation - Understanding your utility bills

Sat, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

Rep. Mason and Rep. Edly-Allen's offices are inviting you to join the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) to learn about your energy choices and ways to save money on your utility bills.

Preschool Playdate and Storytime

Sat, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.

Ages and Stages Questionnaire screenings

Sat, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Youth Study Room

Developmental screening for children 0-6

D&D Club - Dice, Imagination, Adventure

Sat, Dec 13, 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, December 6 2025 at 1:00pm

Thrift Flip - Teen Program

Sat, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Need a sewing machine for a project? Come on in.

Family Movie Day - Lilo and Stitch

Sat, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A

Movie and popcorn! Kids and their families can enjoy a showing of the new Lilo and Stitch.

Basic Computer Skills (Lake County Digital Initiative) - Earn a Free Device by Attending Sessions!

Sun, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Let's play Magic the Gathering!

Mon, Dec 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

Join us for digital skills sessions and take a step toward closing the digital divide. This opportunity is made possible through our partnership with the Lake County Digital Equity Program.

Teen Dungeon & Dragons - Teen Program

Mon, Dec 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District

Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.

Mon, Dec 15, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Registration opens Sunday, December 7 2025 at 5:30pm

Illinois DMV Mobile Event

Tue, Dec 16, 10:00am - 2:00pm

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

Renew your Driver's License, State ID, and more at the Mobile DMV event at the Zion Benton Public Library.

Basic Computer Skills (Lake County Digital Initiative) - Earn a Free Device by Attending Sessions!

Tue, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Join us for digital skills sessions and take a step toward closing the digital divide. This opportunity is made possible through our partnership with the Lake County Digital Equity Program.

Lindsay's Craft Corner - Relaxing Holiday Coloring

Tue, Dec 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

No Registration. 10 Seats Available. First Come First Serve.

Intro to Coding with Sphero Robots

Tue, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Explore the basics of robotics and coding using Sphero robots in this hands-on program for students in grades 3-5. Registration is required and limited to 6 participants.

Registration opens Tuesday, December 9 2025 at 6:00pm

Northern Illinois Recovery Communuity Organization - Join the Northern Illinois Recovery Movement

Wed, Dec 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table

Information and empathic help with gambling concerns, homelessness, and navigating re-entry.

Seed Library - Monthly meeting

Wed, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

Join the seed library to sort, count and package seeds.

3rd-5th grade STEAM Lab/Laboratorio de STEAM

Wed, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

New venue Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Join for STEAM activities! / Unase con nosotros para activdades de STEAM.

Crochet Club - Teen program

Wed, Dec 17, 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.

Anime Club- Holiday Specials - Teen Program

Wed, Dec 17, 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

Morning Book Buzz - Book Discussion

Thu, Dec 18, 9:30am - 10:30am

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

Chat with others about what you've been reading lately!

Basic Computer Skills (Lake County Digital Initiative) - Earn a Free Device by Attending Sessions!

Thu, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

Join us for digital skills sessions and take a step toward closing the digital divide. This opportunity is made possible through our partnership with the Lake County Digital Equity Program.

Computer and Internet Basics

Thu, Dec 18, 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.

ZBTeens Drama Club - Acting Exercises and Scene Work

Thu, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District

Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.

Cancelled

Thu, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District

Teens grades 6-12 are welcome to join our drama club! Each week we will work on acting exercises and read scenes and plays. All experience levels welcome!

Connecting to the Classic - CttC Present " Babes in Toyland"

Thu, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B

All roads lead to magical, merry Toyland as Mary Contrary and Tom Piper prepare for their wedding! But villainous Barnaby wants Mary for himself, he kidnaps Tom, setting off a series of comic chases

Create Your Own Dinner Napkin Holders - A simple, beautiful way to add personality to your table

Thu, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.

Sat, Dec 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Create something beautiful. Learn a new skill. Add a touch of elegance to every meal. Reserve your spot today!

D&D Club - Strixhaven: Curriculum of Chaos

Sat, Dec 20, 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, December 13 2025 at 1:00pm

Winter Bingo for Everyone!

Sat, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Family fun!

Flavor Lab - Peanut butter cup trees

Sun, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Let's play Magic the Gathering!

Mon, Dec 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C

Kids can these adorably yummy peanut butter cup Christmas trees! Supplies and space is limited, make sure to register!

Registration opens Monday, December 15 2025 at 9:00am