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Make and Munch: Cottage Core Bird House

Assemble a bird house made from our laser cutter
2026-05-23 13:00:00 2026-05-23 15:00:00 America/Chicago Make and Munch: Cottage Core Bird House Put together a bird house and make it look like a cute cottage or whatever you like. Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Saturday, May 23
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-23 13:00:00 2026-05-23 15:00:00 America/Chicago Make and Munch: Cottage Core Bird House Put together a bird house and make it look like a cute cottage or whatever you like. Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Put together a bird house and make it look like a cute cottage or whatever you like.

Use wooden butterflies, mushrooms, and flowers to decorate your bird house. Then take it home, hang it on your window, and you'll be able to see the birds in their house you made!

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

EVENT TYPE: | Teen Services Event | Hands-On | Arts & Crafts |

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

Zion-Benton Public Library District
library@zblibrary.org
Phone: 847.872.4680
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Mon, Apr 20 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Apr 21 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Apr 22 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Apr 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Apr 24 Closed
Sat, Apr 25 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 26 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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Spice of the Month Club - Featuring Herbs de Provence
Thu, Apr 23, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Morning Book Buzz - Book Discussion
Thu, Apr 23, 9:30am - 10:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Chat with others about what you've been reading lately!
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Thu, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Teen Dungeon & Dragons - Teen Program
Thu, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Learn how to play this classic table-top Role Playing game (TTRPG)
Connecting to the Classic - CttC Presents Alfred Hitchcock " Psycho"
Thu, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
A secretary on the run for embezzlement takes refuge at a secluded California motel owned by a repressed man and his overbearing mother.
Bilingual Storytime
Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.
Spice of the Month Club - Featuring Herbs de Provence
Sat, Apr 25, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Clases Básicas de Computación - with Mano a Mano
Sat, Apr 25, 9:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
¡Ven a aprender los conceptos básicos de la informática!
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Qigong with Drew Davis
Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join with others in our community for an hour long beginner friendly Qigong class.
D&D Club - Hollow Heart
Sat, Apr 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.
Spice of the Month Club - Featuring Herbs de Provence
Sun, Apr 26, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Spice of the Month Club - Featuring Herbs de Provence
Mon, Apr 27, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, Apr 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.
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Mon, Apr 27, 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, Apr 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!
Basic Computer Skills ( Lake County Digital Initiative) - Earn a Free Device by Attending Sessions!
Mon, Apr 27, 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
FRIENDS of the Zion-Benton Public Library - Give Back To Your Community
Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join the Friends of the Library to learn how you can support programs, events, and fundraising efforts. Everyone is welcome!
Spice of the Month Club - Featuring Herbs de Provence
Tue, Apr 28, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Tue, Apr 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.
Origami Wallets
Tue, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Make a wallet out of paper.
Mixed Minds Non-Fiction Book Club - The End of Night by Paul Bogard
Tue, Apr 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!
Registration is now closed
Board Meeting
Tue, Apr 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.
Spice of the Month Club - Featuring Herbs de Provence
Wed, Apr 29, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Basic Computer Skills ( Lake County Digital Initiative) - Earn a Free Device by Attending Sessions!
Wed, Apr 29, 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
STEAM Lab/Laboratorio de STEAM - Homemade Playdough
Wed, Apr 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join for STEAM activities! / Unase con nosotros para activdades de STEAM.
Anime Club: Tougen Anki: Dark Demon of Paradise - Teen Program
Wed, Apr 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 Classes
Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Join Mano a Mano for Citizenship Classes.
Spice of the Month Club - Featuring Herbs de Provence
Thu, Apr 30, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Thu, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Thu, Apr 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Corsage & Boutonniere Making - Get ready for prom!
Thu, Apr 30, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Make your very own custom fresh flower corsage and/or boutonniere. Please leave registration for those attending prom. Program will be in the Sandbox.
Connecting to the Classic - CttC Present "Fear Strikes out"
Thu, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
True story of the life of Jimmy Piersall, who battled mental illness to achieve stardom in major league baseball
Corsage & Boutonniere Making - Get ready for prom!
Thu, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Make your very own custom fresh flower corsage and/or boutonniere. Please leave registration for those attending prom. Program will be in the Sandbox.
Civic Minded Projects - Supporting the Efforts of the Zion Queens
Thu, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Attend our upcoming BUZ meeting to learn more, get involved, and help shape future projects that strengthen our community. Everyone is welcome!
Bilingual Storytime
Thu, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
This is a bilingual storytime for ages 0-6.
Brain Rot Bag Pic up - End the Doomscrolling
Sat, May 02, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Take a break from doomscrolling with a couple of crafts.
Start Small, Dream Big - Your Path To Childcare Ownership
Sat, May 02, 9:00am - 11:00am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Come learn how to open your own Family Childcare Business!
Zion-Benton Writer's Guild
Sat, May 02, 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!
D&D Club - Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Sat, May 02, 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 25 2026 at 1:00pm
Sew Crafty- Tote Bag - Teen Program
Sat, May 02, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Open sewing machine time in the Sandbox, with a featured project each month.
Draw Yourself as a Superhero with Gene Ha!
Sat, May 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
art program
Registration opens Saturday, April 25 2026 at 9:00am
Teen Study Cafe - Study Time
Sun, May 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Lock in on your studies!
Crafty Hive - Crayon Pencil Holder
Sun, May 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Crayon Pencil holder for Teacher Appreciation Week
Registration opens Sunday, April 26 2026 at 9:00am
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Mon, May 04, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, May 04, 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.
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Mon, May 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Zendoodle Post-its: Fil the Board - Teen Program
Mon, May 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Fill a post-it note with Zendooles and help fill the cork board in the teen space!
Blacklight Party
Mon, May 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Blacklight party! Glow in the dark party, crafts, and snacks
ESL Basics - with Mano a Mano
Mon, May 04, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Join Mano a Mano for an exciting 9 Week ESL class!
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Tue, May 05, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Tue, May 05, 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, May 05, 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
Lindsay's Craft Corner - Abstract Squeegee Painting
Tue, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Stop by to create something fun and meet with other local crafters! No Registration. 10 Seats Available. First Come First Serve.
Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Please join us for our Monthly Book Club to discuss The Jinn-Bot of Shantiport, by Samit Basu!
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Wed, May 06, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Make up Your MINDfulness - May is Mindfulness Month
Wed, May 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Stop into the teen space to do some mindfulness activities.
Community Hub
Wed, May 06, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby,Meeting Room A/B,Meeting Room C
Discover local resources, connect with services, meet community partners, and even connect with local employers. All in one place!
Crochet Club - Teen program
Wed, May 06, 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.
Art Adventures with Phyllis
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Have fun exploring art with local artist Phyllis Boateng!
Citizenship Classes
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Join Mano a Mano for Citizenship Classes.
Perler Beads - Fruit Bookmarks
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Perler Beads- Fruit bookmarks
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Thu, May 07, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Chair Yoga with Hope Limbos
Thu, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Join us for an hour long chair yoga class ending with a short meditation!
Senior Social Hour
Thu, May 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room 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.
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Thu, May 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Career Day and Cookies - Try out a career and get a cookie
Thu, May 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Explore careers on the Oculus VR
Bookmark Buddies - Perler Bead Bookmarks
Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Come create a fun bookmark! *No registration required, 10 seats available, first come first serve
Crafty Hive - Pop-up Mother's Day cards
Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Pop up card
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Sat, May 09, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Clases Básicas de Computación - with Mano a Mano
Sat, May 09, 9:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
¡Ven a aprender los conceptos básicos de la informática!
Ages and Stages Questionnaire Screenings
Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Child development screenings
D&D Club - Strixhaven: Curriculum of Chaos
Sat, May 09, 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 2 2026 at 1:00pm
Watercolor Salt Bookmarks
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Paint a bookmark using watercolor paint and then sprinkle salt onto the wet paint. As the paint dries, the salt creates cool textures and patterns, resulting in a colorful, one-of-a-kind bookmark!
Registration opens Saturday, May 2 2026 at 9:00am
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Sun, May 10, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Mon, May 11, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, May 11, 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.
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Mon, May 11, 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, May 11, 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!
Vibe Check: Junk Hats-Caregiver and Teen - Personalize a Ball Cap
Mon, May 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Become a hat designer
Seed Library - Monthly meeting
Mon, May 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join the seed library to sort, count and package seeds.
ESL Basics - with Mano a Mano
Mon, May 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join Mano a Mano for an exciting 9 Week ESL class!
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Tue, May 12, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Tue, May 12, 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.
Dunesland Garden Club
Tue, May 12, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Illinois Dunesland Garden Club is for gardeners in Northeastern Illinois and Southeastern Wisconsin. They are a well-established garden club; they have been meeting since 1937.
Maker Time: Paper Crafts - Open Sandbox Craft
Tue, May 12, 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 - The Wedding People by Alison Espach
Tue, May 12, 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!
Leading through Literacy
Tue, May 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Let's read together!
Registration opens Tuesday, May 5 2026 at 5:30pm
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Wed, May 13, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Northern Illinois Recovery Communuity Organization - Join the Northern Illinois Recovery Movement
Wed, May 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
New venue Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table
Information and empathic help with gambling concerns, homelessness, and navigating re-entry.
The Ton's Most Literary Affair - A Bridgerton Crafting Party w/ Live Pianist
Wed, May 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Dearest Gentle Reader, Please join us for a Bridgerton themed soirée at the library complete with a live pianist and Regency inspired crafts!
Flavor Lab - Peanut butter and Jelly Tacos
Wed, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Flavor Lab
Registration opens Wednesday, May 6 2026 at 9:00am
Anime Club: Oban Star-Racers - Teen Program
Wed, May 13, 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
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Thu, May 14, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Rescheduled
Chair Yoga with Hope Limbos
Thu, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
New date Thursday, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Join us for an hour long chair yoga class ending with a short meditation!
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Thu, May 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Henna Tattoos - April is AAPI Month
Thu, May 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Learn all about Henna.
Kawaii Makeup
Thu, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
- AAPI Month
Breaking Old Patterns
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
This group helps individuals recognize and change unhealthy patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Sat, May 16, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Clases Básicas de Computación - with Mano a Mano
Sat, May 16, 9:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
¡Ven a aprender los conceptos básicos de la informática!
Dunesland Garden Club - Plant Sale
Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby,Meeting Room A/B
Illinois Dunesland Garden Club is for gardeners in Northeastern Illinois and Southeastern Wisconsin. They are a well-established garden club; they have been meeting since 1937.
Forest Bathing - at Van Patten Woods
Sat, May 16, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Van Patten Woods Forest Preserve
Join us for a Forest Bathing walk led by Linda Karlen at Van Patten Woods in Wadsworth. We will meet at the Shelter A parking lot to start out!
D&D Club - Marvel Super Heroes RPG
Sat, May 16, 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.
Registration opens Saturday, May 9 2026 at 1:00pm
Let's Make a Prop! - Teen Program
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Drop in workshop time to work a project of your choice, let's see what you can make!
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Sun, May 17, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Teen Study Cafe - Study Time
Sun, May 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room A/B,Meeting Room B
Lock in on your studies!
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Mon, May 18, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, May 18, 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.
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Mon, May 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Crafty Hive - Spring Suncatchers
Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Suncatchers
Registration opens Monday, May 11 2026 at 9:00am
The Lit Lovers Romance Book Club - One to Watch by Kate Stayman-London
Mon, May 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Join us for our discussion of this month's romance title! New registrants: call or visit the Adult Reference desk to secure a copy of the book. Happy Reading!
ESL Basics - with Mano a Mano
Mon, May 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join Mano a Mano for an exciting 9 Week ESL class!
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Tue, May 19, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Discover Your Roots - with Zion Genealogical Society
Tue, May 19, 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, May 19, 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.
Lindsay's Craft Corner - Button Picture Frame
Tue, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Stop by to create something fun and meet with other local crafters! No Registration. 10 Seats Available. First Come First Serve.
Clases Básicas de Computación - ¡Obtén un dispositivo gratuito al asistir a las sesiones!
Tue, May 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Este taller gratuito y práctico le enseñará lo básico y le ayudará a desarrollar habilidades tecnológicas para el día a día en un ambiente amigable y de apoyo.
Register
Board Meeting
Tue, May 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Regular monthly meeting of the Zion-Benton Public Library Board of Trustees.
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Wed, May 20, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
AARP Driver Safety Course
Wed, May 20, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
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.
Aetna Better Health of Illinois - Aetna Better Health of Illinois Resource Table
Wed, May 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table
Stop by the library to connect with representatives from Aetna Better Health of Illinois and learn about helpful health and wellness resources available in our community.
Seed Library - Monthly meeting
Wed, May 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join the seed library to sort, count and package seeds.
Clases Básicas de Computación - ¡Obtén un dispositivo gratuito al asistir a las sesiones!
Wed, May 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Este taller gratuito y práctico le enseñará lo básico y le ayudará a desarrollar habilidades tecnológicas para el día a día en un ambiente amigable y de apoyo.
Register
STEAM Lab/Laboratorio de STEAM - Skittles Rainbow-Chemistry
Wed, May 20, 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, May 20, 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 Classes
Wed, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join Mano a Mano for Citizenship Classes.
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Thu, May 21, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Morning Book Buzz - Book Discussion
Thu, May 21, 9:30am - 10:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Chat with others about what you've been reading lately!
SNAP Focus Group Session ( Community Partners) - Illinois Nutrition Education Program ? SNAP-ED
Thu, May 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
We invite community partner organizations to participate in an upcoming SNAP Focus Group hosted in collaboration with the Illinois Nutrition Education Program SNAP-ED
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Thu, May 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Clases Básicas de Computación - ¡Obtén un dispositivo gratuito al asistir a las sesiones!
Thu, May 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Este taller gratuito y práctico le enseñará lo básico y le ayudará a desarrollar habilidades tecnológicas para el día a día en un ambiente amigable y de apoyo.
Register
Connecting to the Classic - CttC Present "The Defiant Ones"
Thu, May 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
This months connection is center around the Chain Gangs in Southern Penal system. Two chained-together escaped convicts, one white and one black, must learn to get along in order to elude capture.
Seed Library - Monthly meeting
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join the seed library to sort, count and package seeds.
Spice of the Month - Featuring Turmeric
Sat, May 23, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Add some spice to your life! Stop by Adult Services on the first Monday of each month to pick up your free spice kit (while supplies last).
Clases Básicas de Computación - with Mano a Mano
Sat, May 23, 9:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
¡Ven a aprender los conceptos básicos de la informática!
D&D Club - Hollow Heart
Sat, May 23, 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 16 2026 at 1:00pm
Make and Munch: Cottage Core Bird House - Assemble a bird house made from our laser cutter
Sat, May 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Put together a bird house and make it look like a cute cottage or whatever you like.
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