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2026-08-11 16:00:00 2026-08-11 18:00:00 America/Chicago Paper Crafts Every 2nd Tuesday we'll bring the paper you bring your imagination. Make cards, posters, vision boards, scrapbook/junk journal, zines etc. Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Tuesday, August 11
4:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-08-11 16:00:00 2026-08-11 18:00:00 America/Chicago Paper Crafts Every 2nd Tuesday we'll bring the paper you bring your imagination. Make cards, posters, vision boards, scrapbook/junk journal, zines etc. Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox

Every 2nd Tuesday we'll bring the paper you bring your imagination. Make cards, posters, vision boards, scrapbook/junk journal, zines etc.

The Sandbox is open for your creativity to run wild. Each month we'll put out the supplies (paper, cardstock, stencils, glue, washi tape, stickers, etc) and make whatever you want. Need a birthday card? Want to work on updating your bullet journal spreads? Collage something for your pen pal? Make a zine to swap?

No registration required, if you're working on something specific feel free to bring to work on here.

Paper crafts:

journaling/bullet journal

zines

cards

vison boards/posters

Scrapbooking/junk journaling

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

EVENT TYPE: | Teen Services Event | Recreation | Arts & Crafts | Adult Services Event | 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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Spice of the Month Club - July
Sun, Jul 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Sun, Jul 12, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Magic the Gathering Club
Sun, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!
Spice of the Month Club - July
Mon, Jul 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, Jul 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.
Kids Cafe
Mon, Jul 13, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Brain Rot Camp - Bedroom Aesthetic
Mon, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
It's time to slay your bedroom desk or table.
Cook and a Book - Read a story and make a snack
Mon, Jul 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
We will read a story and make a "no cooking" snack.
Mano a Mano Reading Course
Mon, Jul 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Join Mano a Mano's reading club!
Spice of the Month Club - July
Tue, Jul 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Tue, Jul 14, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Kids Cafe
Tue, Jul 14, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Family Fresh Mart
Tue, Jul 14, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
produce distribution by Northern Illinois Food Bank
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Connect with staff from Lake County's Digital Equity program during drop-in hours.
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 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!
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
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.
Maker Time: Paper Crafts - Open Sandbox Craft
Tue, Jul 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
Tue, Jul 14, 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!
Registration is now closed
Little Explorers
Tue, Jul 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Hands-on fun for ages 3-6
Kaya's Karaoke
Tue, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Come sing your heart out!
Spice of the Month Club - July
Wed, Jul 15, 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Wed, Jul 15, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Kids Cafe
Wed, Jul 15, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Connect with staff from Lake County's Digital Equity program during drop-in hours.
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 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!
Wed, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
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.
K-5 STEAM Lab/Laboratorio de STEAM - Twirling Helicopter
Wed, Jul 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join for STEAM activities! / Unase con nosotros para activdades de STEAM.
Seed Library - Monthly meeting
Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join the seed library to sort, count and package seeds.
Spice of the Month Club - July
Thu, Jul 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Thu, Jul 16, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Kids Cafe
Thu, Jul 16, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Connect with staff from Lake County's Digital Equity program during drop-in hours.
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 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, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
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.
Spice of the Month Club - July
Sat, Jul 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Sat, Jul 18, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Sat, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
D&D Club - Hollow Heart
Sat, Jul 18, 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 - July
Sun, Jul 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Sun, Jul 19, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Magic the Gathering Club
Sun, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!
Spice of the Month Club - July
Mon, Jul 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Mon, Jul 20, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, Jul 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.
Kids Cafe
Mon, Jul 20, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Lego Builders
Mon, Jul 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Kids Lego Builders
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Mon, Jul 20, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Brain Rot Camp - Doomscrolling Free Zone
Mon, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Spot the button smash and use those fingers to assemble a LEGO kit
Rescheduled
The Lit Lovers Romance Book Club - Call Me By Your Name by Andre Aciman
Mon, Jul 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
New date Tuesday, July 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
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!
Mano a Mano Reading Course
Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Join Mano a Mano's reading club!
Spice of the Month Club - July
Tue, Jul 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Tue, Jul 21, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Kids Cafe
Tue, Jul 21, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Family Fresh Mart
Tue, Jul 21, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
produce distribution by Northern Illinois Food Bank
Open Makerspace - Mug Press: Design your own Mug
Tue, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Design your own mug or tumbler using the Cricut Machine
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Tue, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
The Lit Lovers Romance Book Club - Call Me By Your Name by Andre Aciman
Tue, Jul 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
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!
Spice of the Month Club - July
Wed, Jul 22, 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Wed, Jul 22, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Kids Cafe
Wed, Jul 22, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Wed, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Finer Things Club
Wed, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Hot tea, cozy conversation.
Spider-Man celebration
Wed, Jul 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
A celebration for Spider-Man to prepare for the new upcoming movie!
Anime Club: Liar Liar
Wed, Jul 22, 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
Qigong with Drew Davis
Wed, Jul 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join with others in our community for an hour long beginner friendly Qigong class.
Spice of the Month Club - July
Thu, Jul 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Thu, Jul 23, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Morning Book Buzz - Book Discussion
Thu, Jul 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, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Kids Cafe
Thu, Jul 23, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Thu, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Teen Garden Club
Thu, Jul 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Plant things, grow stuff, dig around.
Connecting to the Classic - CTTC- A Hards Day Night
Thu, Jul 23, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
A Hard Day's Night is a 1964 musical comedy film starring the English rock band the Beatles that was released during the height of Beatlemania.
Spice of the Month Club - July
Sat, Jul 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Sat, Jul 25, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Sat, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
D&D Club - Pathfinder
Sat, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join us and play Pathfinder! Sessions may be part of an ongoing story, or a stand alone adventure.
Registration opens Saturday, July 18 2026 at 1:00pm
Flavor Lab - Beach Jello Cups
Sat, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Beach jello cups
Registration opens Saturday, July 18 2026 at 9:00am
Let's Make a Prop! - Teen Program
Sat, Jul 25, 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 Club - July
Sun, Jul 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Sun, Jul 26, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Magic the Gathering Club
Sun, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!
Crafty Hive - Wire wrapped pendants
Sun, Jul 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Kids can learn how to create a wire wrapped stone pendant.
Spice of the Month Club - July
Mon, Jul 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Mon, Jul 27, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, Jul 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.
Kids Cafe
Mon, Jul 27, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Mon, Jul 27, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Outdoor Nature Painting
Mon, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - South Lawn
Kids can paint outdoors using tools from nature.
Brain Rot Camp - Fidget Something
Mon, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Suffering from Tik Tok withdrawals? Fidget something.
Cancelled
FRIENDS of the Zion-Benton Public Library - Give Back To Your Community
Mon, Jul 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Join the Friends of the Library to learn how you can support programs, events, and fundraising efforts. Everyone is welcome!
Mano a Mano Reading Course
Mon, Jul 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join Mano a Mano's reading club!
Spice of the Month Club - July
Tue, Jul 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Tue, Jul 28, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Kids Cafe
Tue, Jul 28, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Family Fresh Mart
Tue, Jul 28, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
produce distribution by Northern Illinois Food Bank
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Tue, Jul 28, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Animal Explorers - Flamingos
Tue, Jul 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Animal Explorers
Mixed Minds Non-Fiction Book Club - Why We Sleep By Matthew Walker, PdD
Tue, Jul 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
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!
Board Meeting
Tue, Jul 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Regular monthly meeting of the Zion-Benton Public Library Board of Trustees.
Board Meeting
Tue, Jul 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 - July
Wed, Jul 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Wed, Jul 29, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Kids Cafe
Wed, Jul 29, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Wed, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Mystery & Mayhem - Board Games for Adults
Wed, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Join us for mystery, mayhem and MADNESS as we play board games for adults!
K-5 STEAM Lab/Laboratorio de STEAM - Dancing Snake
Wed, Jul 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Make a dancing snake with tissue paper to create an electrical charge using static electricity with a balloon to make it move.
Spice of the Month Club - July
Thu, Jul 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).
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Thu, Jul 30, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Thu, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Kids Cafe
Thu, Jul 30, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Thu, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Connecting to the Classic - CttC Present " A Star is Born" 1937
Thu, Jul 30, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Farm girl Esther Victoria Blodgett yearns to become a Hollywood actress. , Esther's grandmother gives Esther her savings to follow her dream. She leaves for Hollywood
Wizard School - Teen Program
Thu, Jul 30, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C,Teen Services Area,The Sandbox
Join us for wizard school, find your familiar, make potions
Registration opens Wednesday, July 22 2026 at 5:30pm
Civic Minded Projects - Supporting the Efforts of the Zion Queens
Thu, Jul 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!
Summer Reading Challenge - Let Freedom Read!
Sat, Aug 01, All day
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages
FRIENDS of the Zion-Benton Public Library - Give Back To Your Community
Sat, Aug 01, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Join the Friends of the Library to learn how you can support programs, events, and fundraising efforts. Everyone is welcome!
Preschool Playdate
Sat, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District
playdate for 0-6 year olds and their caregivers
D&D Club - Strixhaven: Curriculum of Chaos
Sat, Aug 01, 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, July 25 2026 at 1:00pm
Magic the Gathering Club
Sun, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!
Spice of the Month Club - August
Mon, Aug 03, 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, Aug 03, 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.
Kids Cafe
Mon, Aug 03, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Animal Explorers
Mon, Aug 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Join us as we read a story, learn fun facts, and create a craft about kangaroos.
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Mon, Aug 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Mano a Mano Reading Course
Mon, Aug 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Join Mano a Mano's reading club!
Spice of the Month Club - August
Tue, Aug 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).
Kids Cafe
Tue, Aug 04, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Family Fresh Mart
Tue, Aug 04, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
produce distribution by Northern Illinois Food Bank
Cancelled
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Tue, Aug 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
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!
Tue, Aug 04, 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.
Register
Picnic with a stuffie
Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - South Lawn
Kids can bring a stuffie and enjoy some tasty snacks while listening to a story.
Kate's Craft Corner - Tulip Bead Wall Hanging
Tue, Aug 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Stop by to create something fun and meet with other crafters! No Registration. 10 Seats Available. First Come First Serve.
Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club
Tue, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Please join us as we discuss The Tainted Cup, a fantasy novel by Robert Jackson Bennett.
Spice of the Month Club - August
Wed, Aug 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).
K-5 STEAM Lab/Laboratorio de STEAM - Soap Powered Boat
Wed, Aug 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Create a boat out of paper to test how surface tension occurs due to invisible forces pulling water molecules together.
Anime Club - Teen/Adult Program
Wed, Aug 05, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room B
Anime Name: Slayers Join us as we show 2-4 episodes of a different anime each meeting. Watch with friends, make a craft, and play some games
Spice of the Month Club - August
Thu, Aug 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).
Preschool Playdate
Thu, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zion-Benton Public Library District
playdate for 0-6 year olds and their caregivers
Kids Cafe
Thu, Aug 06, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Thu, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Connect with staff from Lake County's Digital Equity program during drop-in hours.
Senior Social Hour
Thu, Aug 06, 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.
Basic Computer Skills ( Lake County Digital Initiative) - Earn a Free Device by Attending Sessions!
Thu, Aug 06, 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.
Register
Family Movie Day - Hoppers
Thu, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
A showing of the movie Hoppers and popcorn!
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Thu, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Teen Garden Club
Thu, Aug 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Teen Services Area
Plant things, grow stuff, dig around.
Bilingual Storytime
Thu, Aug 06, 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 - August
Sat, Aug 08, 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).
ASQ- Ages and Stages Questionnaire Screenings
Sat, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Youth Study Room
Child development screenings
Family Resource Fair/Feria de Recursos para Familias
Sat, Aug 08, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Community Table,Lobby,Meeting Room A/B
Learn about local resources/Infórmase sobre los recursos locales
Preschool Storytime and Playdate
Sat, Aug 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Storytime and playtime for kids ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
D&D Club - Dice, Imagination, Adventure
Sat, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Join us and play Dungeons and Dragons! Sessions 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, August 1 2026 at 1:00pm
Lego Builders
Sat, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Kids Lego Builders
Spice of the Month Club - August
Sun, Aug 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).
Magic the Gathering Club
Sun, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Let's play Magic the Gathering!
Spice of the Month Club - August
Mon, Aug 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).
Aging and Disability Resource Network - Patricia A. Jones Center, Waukegan Township
Mon, Aug 10, 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.
Kids Cafe
Mon, Aug 10, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Nintendo Switch Free Play - Teen Space
Mon, Aug 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District
Play Nintendo Switch on the TV in the Teen Space. No library card required.
Kids Flavor Lab - Cookie Monster Oreos
Mon, Aug 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
Kids can make a Cookie Monster Oreo!
Spice of the Month Club - August
Tue, Aug 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).
Kids Cafe
Tue, Aug 11, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A/B
Free lunch for kids and teens up to 18 years old
Family Fresh Mart
Tue, Aug 11, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Lobby
produce distribution by Northern Illinois Food Bank
Digital Navigator Support Session (Office Hours) - Lake County Digital Growth Initiative
Tue, Aug 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room C
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!
Tue, Aug 11, 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.
Register
Paper Crafts - Open Sandbox Craft
Tue, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - The Sandbox
Every 2nd Tuesday we'll bring the paper you bring your imagination. Make cards, posters, vision boards, scrapbook/junk journal, zines etc.
A Novel Bunch Fiction Book Club
Tue, Aug 11, 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!
Kaya's Karaoke
Tue, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zion-Benton Public Library District - Meeting Room A
Come sing your heart out!
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