The library will close at 6pm Wednesday, November 27th, and remain closed all day Thursday, November 28th, in observance of Thanksgiving. Normal operating hours will resume on Friday, November 29th.

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Service Hour Event: Positive Post-Its

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Volunteers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Grades 6-12Start the New Year with a simple act of kindness! Write and decorate positive messages on Post-it notes, then place them around the Teen Space to spread smiles. Earn one...

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Family Game Day

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Family
Event Details:

Families with children of all ages can drop in to enjoy new games or classic favorites!    

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Study Buddy Homework Center

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M, Study Buddies
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Need help with homework or looking to enhance your math or reading skills? Look no further! Drop by the Youth Department during center hours and connect with a friendly high school...

Study Buddy Tutors Needed

Volunteer HS Study Buddies Needed

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M, Study Buddies, Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

We need YOU to tutor K-12 students at the library's Study Buddy Homework Center. Help others learn and earn community service hours- no registration needed! Just visit the Youth De...

Sweet Reads Snow Globes

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

We are kicking off our Winter Reading program in the Lab by making adorable “Sweet Reads” snow globes. All materials will be supplied. Registration for winter reading is not mandat...

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Sweet Reads Snow Globes

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:15pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

We are kicking off our Winter Reading program in the Lab by making adorable “Sweet Reads” snow globes. All materials will be supplied. Registration for winter reading is not mandat...

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Youth volunteers needed, chess mentors, chess, prospect heights public library, chess, chess club

Youth Volunteer Chess Mentors Needed

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 3:45pm - 5:15pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M, Volunteers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Volunteers grades 6-12 are needed to help as chess mentors for the library's Youth Chess Club. Email Mrs. Bisanz, ajbisanz@phpl.info if this is your first time volunteering at...

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Study Buddy Homework Center

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M, Study Buddies
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Need help with homework or looking to enhance your math or reading skills? Look no further! Drop by the Youth Department during center hours and connect with a friendly high school...

Study Buddy Tutors Needed

Volunteer HS Study Buddies Needed

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M, Study Buddies, Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

We need YOU to tutor K-12 students at the library's Study Buddy Homework Center. Help others learn and earn community service hours- no registration needed! Just visit the Youth De...

Sublimation coaster

Sublimation Coasters

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we introduce our sublimation printer that will help us create vibrant, permanent designs on a wide range of products by transferring dye directly into the material. For ...

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Sublimation coaster

Sublimation Coasters

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:15pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we introduce our sublimation printer that will help us create vibrant, permanent designs on a wide range of products by transferring dye directly into the material. For ...

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Youth Volunteers Needed, help, give back, fun, prospect heights public library, district 23, district 214

Youth Volunteers Needed - Bookies Book Club

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 3:45pm - 5:15pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Club, Volunteers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Youth volunteers grades 6-12 needed to help with Bookies Book Club. Email Mrs. Bisanz, ajbisanz@phpl.info if this is your first time volunteering at the library. 

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In Stitches

NEW: In Stitches Drop-In

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Drop by the Lab with your own knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, or other portable project and socialize with others who share similar interests. All experience levels we...

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Study Buddy Homework Center

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M, Study Buddies
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Need help with homework or looking to enhance your math or reading skills? Look no further! Drop by the Youth Department during center hours and connect with a friendly high school...

Study Buddy Tutors Needed

Volunteer HS Study Buddies Needed

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M, Study Buddies, Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

We need YOU to tutor K-12 students at the library's Study Buddy Homework Center. Help others learn and earn community service hours- no registration needed! Just visit the Youth De...

Teen Advisory Board, teens, tweens, fun, kindness, give back, bookmark

Teen Advisory Board: Kindness Bookmarks

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, Volunteers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 Create inspiring bookmarks in the Teen Space to share with library patrons in February. Spread kindness and creativity this Valentine’s season by crafting heartfelt ...

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Study Buddy Homework Center

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M, Study Buddies
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Need help with homework or looking to enhance your math or reading skills? Look no further! Drop by the Youth Department during center hours and connect with a friendly high school...

Study Buddy Tutors Needed

Volunteer HS Study Buddies Needed

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M, Study Buddies, Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

We need YOU to tutor K-12 students at the library's Study Buddy Homework Center. Help others learn and earn community service hours- no registration needed! Just visit the Youth De...

D23 Winter Family SAIL Night @ The Library

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, S.T.E.A.M
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

D23 Winter Family SAIL Night @ The Library, more information to follow. 

Snack Smart for Your Heart

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Grade 6 - Adult Make and enjoy heart-healthy snacks in this hands-on workshop led by Shyla, a local teen heart health advocate. Learn smart tips for healthy eating and try delic...

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Study Buddy Homework Center

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M, Study Buddies
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Need help with homework or looking to enhance your math or reading skills? Look no further! Drop by the Youth Department during center hours and connect with a friendly high school...

Study Buddy Tutors Needed

Volunteer HS Study Buddies Needed

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M, Study Buddies, Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

We need YOU to tutor K-12 students at the library's Study Buddy Homework Center. Help others learn and earn community service hours- no registration needed! Just visit the Youth De...

Youth Volunteers Needed, help, give back, fun, prospect heights public library, district 23, district 214

Youth Volunteers Needed - LEGO Builders Club

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 3:45pm - 5:15pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M, Volunteers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Youth volunteers grades 6-12 needed to help with LEGO Builders Club. Email Mrs. Bisanz, ajbisanz@phpl.info if this is your first time volunteering at the library. 

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Study Buddy Homework Center

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M, Study Buddies
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Need help with homework or looking to enhance your math or reading skills? Look no further! Drop by the Youth Department during center hours and connect with a friendly high school...