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Maker Time: Beads & Jewelry

Open Sandbox Craft
2025-10-14 16:00:00 2025-10-14 18:00:00 America/Chicago Maker Time: Beads & Jewelry Maker Time is the 2nd Tuesday of the month, come in and express your creativity through the medium of the month Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Tuesday, October 14
4:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-14 16:00:00 2025-10-14 18:00:00 America/Chicago Maker Time: Beads & Jewelry Maker Time is the 2nd Tuesday of the month, come in and express your creativity through the medium of the month 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

Maker Time is the 2nd Tuesday of the month, come in and express your creativity through the medium of the month.
 

The Sandbox is open, come in and craft. This is free time to be creative. We'll bring the supplies you bring your imagination, craft, chat, and walk home with something you made. No registration required, if you're working on something specific feel free to bring it to share.

Project of the month: Beads & Jewelry

Bracelets

Necklaces

beaded plants

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

EVENT TYPE: | Teen Services Event | Teen and Caregiver | Recreation | Passive | Arts & Crafts | 20s & 30s |

TAGS: | zbteens | sandbox | grades 6-12 |

Zion-Benton Public Library District
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Phone: 847.872.4680
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Mon, Sep 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
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Wed, Oct 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Oct 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Oct 03 Closed
Sat, Oct 04 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 05 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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Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, Oct 04, 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.
Preschool Playdate and Storytime
Sat, Oct 04, 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, Oct 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Admin Staff Conference Room,Adult Services Study Room: Bartlett
Come join the fun with the Zion-Benton Writer's Guild!
Solar Pumpkin Workshop - Light Up Your Autumn
Sat, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Learn how to build a solar-powered pumpkin light-perfect for Halloween decor or a cozy fall display.
This event is full
West African Drumming with Helen Bond - Drum Circle Jam
Sat, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Join us for an afternoon of drumming with Helen Bond. Drum, dance, or just listen to the rhythms! All are welcome to enjoy the traditional rhythms on drums made by hand in Guinea, West Africa.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, Oct 04, 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.
This event is full
D&D Club - Marvel Super Heroes RPG
Sat, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join us and play the original 1984 Marvel Super Heroes RPG! With great power comes great role-playing! Hosted by our D&D Club.
Thrift Flip - Teen Program
Sat, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Need a sewing machine for a project? Come on in.
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, Oct 06, 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.
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Mon, Oct 06, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Coleman
Connect with staff from Lake County's Digital Equity program during drop-in hours.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Taste Test - Teen Program
Mon, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Taste South America and the Caribbean.
Lego Builders
Mon, Oct 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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.
Basic Computer Skills ( Lake County Digital Initiative) - Earn a Free Device by Attending Sessions!
Mon, Oct 06, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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.
Register
Beaded Spiders - Teen Program
Mon, Oct 06, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Make a spider with wire & beads
ESL Basics
Mon, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Bartlett
Join us for an exciting 9 Week ESL class.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Tue, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 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
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Tue, Oct 07, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Bartlett
Connect with staff from Lake County's Digital Equity program during drop-in hours.
PADS of Lake County Office Hours
Tue, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Genealogy Room
Having trouble with your phone, tablet, laptop or other device? We can help.
Teen Craft Program - Teen Program
Tue, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Try some new gadgets and get a treat
Lindsay's Craft Corner - Monster Wreath
Tue, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
No Registration. 10 Seats Available. First Come First Serve.
Basic Computer Skills ( Lake County Digital Initiative) - Earn a Free Device by Attending Sessions!
Tue, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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.
Register
Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club
Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Please join us for our discussion of 'A Resistance of Witches, by Morgan Ryan'
Intro to Coding with Sphero Robots
Tue, Oct 07, 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.
3rd-5th grade STEAM Lab/Laboratorio de STEAM
Wed, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 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.
Citizenship 101 - with Mano a Mano
Wed, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Join Mano a Mano for Citizenship 101!
Ask A Master Gardener
Thu, Oct 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Thu, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Coleman
Connect with staff from Lake County's Digital Equity program during drop-in hours.
Basic Computer Skills ( Lake County Digital Initiative) - Earn a Free Device by Attending Sessions!
Thu, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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.
Register
Cancelled
ZBTeens Drama Club Play - 5 Rehearsals and a Performance
Thu, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Sign up to be part of the ZBTeens Drama Club's next play! Registration required. Registering for the first class will register you for all 6 sessions.
Beginner Sewing- Glow in the Dark Tote - Teen Program
Thu, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Learn how to use a sewing machine & create something with instruction.
Cancelled
Bilingual Storytime
Thu, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, Oct 11, 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.
Preschool Playdate and Storytime
Sat, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Zumba Dance Party
Sat, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Families can celebrate Hispanic Heritage month by learning how to Zumba, and enjoy tasty snacks and drinks from different Hispanic countries.
Ages and Stages Questionnaire screenings
Sat, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Youth Study Room
Developmental screening for children 0-6
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, Oct 11, 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 - Darkest Aundir
Sat, Oct 11, 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, October 4 2025 at 1:00pm
Terracotta & Tea - with Casita de Suenos
Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Come join Casita de Suenos and paint your own terracotta planter while sipping on freshly brewed tea!
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, Oct 13, 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.
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Mon, Oct 13, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Coleman
Connect with staff from Lake County's Digital Equity program during drop-in hours.
MarioKart8 Tournament - Teen Program
Mon, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Test your mettle as you race against others for the title of best racer in the library!
Stitch & Share
Mon, Oct 13, 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!
Basic Computer Skills ( Lake County Digital Initiative) - Earn a Free Device by Attending Sessions!
Mon, Oct 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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.
Register
Project of the Month: KPop Demon Hunter Charm - Teen Program
Mon, Oct 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
COUCH! COUCH! COUCH! It's hunting time
ESL Basics
Mon, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join us for an exciting 9 Week ESL class.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Tue, Oct 14, 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.
Illinois DMV Mobile Event - (Register with Zion Township)
Tue, Oct 14, 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. Registration handled by the Zion Township Office.
Committee Meeting for Board of Trustees
Tue, Oct 14, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Monthly commitee meeting of the Zion-Benton Public Library Board of Trustees.
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Tue, Oct 14, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Coleman
Connect with staff from Lake County's Digital Equity program during drop-in hours.
Device Advice - 1-on-1 Tech Help
Tue, Oct 14, 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- Mindfulness with movement - Teen Program
Tue, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Learn about mindfulness through movement.
Maker Time: Beads & Jewelry - Open Sandbox Craft
Tue, Oct 14, 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 - Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
Tue, Oct 14, 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!
Basic Computer Skills ( Lake County Digital Initiative) - Earn a Free Device by Attending Sessions!
Tue, Oct 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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.
Register
Leading through Literacy
Tue, Oct 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Let's read together!
Registration opens Tuesday, October 7 2025 at 9:00am
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Wed, Oct 15, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Coleman
Connect with staff from Lake County's Digital Equity program during drop-in hours.
Seed Library - Monthly meeting
Wed, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join the seed library to sort, count and package seeds.
New Game+ FTL: Faster than Light - Teen Program
Wed, Oct 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Wednesdays from 3-4:30pm meet up in the Teen Space to try out a featured game for the month
Animal Explorers - Cheetahs
Wed, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Kids can come and learn all about cheetahs. We will listen to a story, learn facts, and create a fun craft about cheetahs!
Basic Computer Skills ( Lake County Digital Initiative) - Earn a Free Device by Attending Sessions!
Wed, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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.
Register
Citizenship 101 - with Mano a Mano
Wed, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Join Mano a Mano for Citizenship 101!
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Thu, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Seed Library - Monthly meeting
Thu, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join the seed library to sort, count and package seeds.
Computer & Internet Basics
Thu, Oct 16, 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.
Cancelled
ZBTeens Drama Club Play - 5 Rehearsals and a Performance
Thu, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Sign up to be part of the ZBTeens Drama Club's next play! Registration required. Registering for the first class will register you for all 6 sessions.
Bilingual Storytime
Thu, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.
Tiny Treasures Fall 2025 Craft Fair - Handmade & Local Shopping For You!
Sat, Oct 18, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table,Lobby,Meeting Room A/B
Join us for the Fall 2025 Tiny Treasures Craft Fair!
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, Oct 18, 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.
Registration opens Saturday, October 4 2025 at 10:00am
Preschool Playdate and Storytime
Sat, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Forest Bathing at Van Patten Woods - with ANFT Certified Forest Therapy Guide Linda Karlen
Sat, Oct 18, 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, Oct 18, 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.
Registration opens Saturday, October 4 2025 at 1:00pm
D&D Club - Dice, Imagination, Adventure
Sat, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Adult Services Study Room: Bartlett
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, October 11 2025 at 1:00pm
Let's Make a Prop - Teen Program
Sat, Oct 18, 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
The Flavor Lab - No Bake Pumpkin Dessert
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Kids can join us as we learn how to make a festive fall pumpkin treat! This event is for kids in K-5th grade. Supplies are limited, this is a registration event.
Registration opens Saturday, October 11 2025 at 9:00am
Mini Mercadito - Latin American Market Play Experience for K to 2nd grade
Sun, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Explore a mini Latin American market with play money! Kids can shop for pretend fruits, match spices by scent, touch textiles, taste pan dulce, and make papel picado while learning through play.
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, Oct 20, 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.
Teen Dungeon & Dragons - Teen Program
Mon, Oct 20, 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.
Pumpkin painting
Mon, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
decorate your own pumpkin
Registration opens Monday, October 13 2025 at 9:00am
Full Text Search at FamilySearch - Presented by: Michael John Neill
Mon, Oct 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This presentation discusses the full text search at FamilySearch Labs of US land and probate records.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
AARP Driver Safety Course
Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
This two-day course is held on a Tuesday and Wednesday from 10:00AM to 2:00PM. It is designed for motorists age 50 and older.
Computer & Internet Basics
Tue, Oct 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Hands on approach for Patrons to come, ask questions, and practice on a laptop to improve their basic computer and internet skills.
Device Advice - 1-on-1 Tech Help
Tue, Oct 21, 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: VR - Teen Program
Tue, Oct 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Stop by the Teen Space to try out some VR game
Lindsay's Craft Corner - Sock Ghosts
Tue, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
No Registration. 10 Seats Available. First Come First Serve.
Little Explorers - Hands-on fun for ages 3-6
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
AARP Driver Safety Course
Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
This two-day course is held on a Tuesday and Wednesday from 10:00AM to 2:00PM. It is designed for motorists age 50 and older.
KPop Demon Hunters party
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Come celebrate the movie that everyone is raving about! We will sign along to music, learn some of the dance moves, create crafts, and more! This program is appropriate for ages 10-teens.
3rd-5th grade STEAM Lab/Laboratorio de STEAM
Wed, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join for STEAM activities! / Unase con nosotros para activdades de STEAM.
Crochet Club - Teen program
Wed, Oct 22, 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.
Citizenship 101 - with Mano a Mano
Wed, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join Mano a Mano for Citizenship 101!
Morning Book Buzz - Book Discussion
Thu, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Cancelled
ZBTeens Drama Club Play - 5 Rehearsals and a Performance
Thu, Oct 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Sign up to be part of the ZBTeens Drama Club's next play! Registration required. Registering for the first class will register you for all 6 sessions.
Bilingual Storytime
Thu, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.
Take n Make: Spiderweb Slime - Teen Program
Sat, Oct 25, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Slime time just in time for Halloween.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, Oct 25, 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.
Registration opens Saturday, October 11 2025 at 10:00am
Introduction to Genealogy - with the Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Learn more about genealogy with volunteers from the Zion Genealogical Society.
Preschool Playdate and Storytime
Sat, Oct 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, Oct 25, 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.
Registration opens Saturday, October 11 2025 at 1:00pm
D&D Club - Strixhaven: Curriculum of Chaos
Sat, Oct 25, 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, October 18 2025 at 1:00pm
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, Oct 27, 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, Oct 27, 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!
ESL Basics
Mon, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join us for an exciting 9 Week ESL class.
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Tue, Oct 28, 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 - Solito by Javier Zamora
Tue, Oct 28, 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!
Device Advice - 1-on-1 Tech Help
Tue, Oct 28, 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.
Podcasting Club - Teen Program
Tue, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Join the after school podcasting club.
Mixed Minds Non-Fiction Book Club - Solito by Javier Zamora
Tue, Oct 28, 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!
Halloween Mason Jars/Frascos de Halloween
Tue, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join us to make a spooky Halloween mason jar decoration.
Board Meeting
Tue, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Regular monthly meeting of the Zion-Benton Public Library Board of Trustees.
New Game+ FTL: Faster than Light - Teen Program
Wed, Oct 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Wednesdays from 3-4:30pm meet up in the Teen Space to try out a featured game for the month
Crafty Hive-Perler Beads - Halloween edition
Wed, Oct 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Kids can come and make Perler bead creations using new Halloween templates or create their own design!
Anime Club- Shiki - Teen Program
Wed, Oct 29, 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
Citizenship 101 - with Mano a Mano
Wed, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join Mano a Mano for Citizenship 101!
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Thu, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
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ZBTeens Drama Club Play - 5 Rehearsals and a Performance
Thu, Oct 30, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Sign up to be part of the ZBTeens Drama Club's next play! Registration required. Registering for the first class will register you for all 6 sessions.
Connecting to the Classic - Night / Curse of the Demon
Thu, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
American professor John Holden arrives in London for a parapsychology conference, only to find himself investigating the mysterious actions of Devil-worshipper Julian Karswell.
Civic Minded Projects - Supporting the Efforts of the Zion Queens
Thu, Oct 30, 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.
Bilingual Storytime
Thu, Oct 30, 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, Nov 01, 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.
Registration opens Saturday, October 18 2025 at 10:00am
Scrabble Saturday
Sat, Nov 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Come play a game of Scrabble at the library!
Preschool Playdate and Storytime
Sat, Nov 01, 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, Nov 01, 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!
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Sat, Nov 01, 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.
Registration opens Saturday, October 18 2025 at 1:00pm
D&D Club - Marvel Super Heroes RPG
Sat, Nov 01, 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 opens Saturday, October 25 2025 at 1:00pm
Thrift Flip - Teen Program
Sat, Nov 01, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Need a sewing machine for a project? Come on in.
Family Movie Day - Coco
Sat, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Celebrate DÍa de los Muertos by watching a showing of the Disney Pixar's vibrant tale of Coco.
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