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Family Game Night: Mini Golf

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, Games, S.T.E.A.M
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

All ages, w/adultPutt through the library stacks! Tackle wacky challenges and create your own mini golf game to take home.Drop in anytime and stay as long as it suits your family —...

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T-shirt Designing @ the Library

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Presenter LIVE in the Library, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s
Event Details:

Learn to make and apply designs for a t-shirt using equipment at the Library. Supplies will be provided, or feel free to bring your own t shirt or canvas bag. Completion of Si...

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NEW: Maker's Meetup

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors
Event Details:

NEW: MAKER'S MEETUPDrop-in for all crafters! Once a month, we reserve Lab time for any crafter that would like to meet up with fellow crafters, work on their art, and create a comm...

family game night, fun, prizes, snack, laughs, giggles, competition, gaming fun, family fun

Family Game Night: Paddle Ball

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Games, S.T.E.A.M
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

All ages, w/adultCreate your own paddle, blow up a balloon for a ball, and see how long you can keep it bouncing. Stick around to challenge family and friends — laughter guaranteed...

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In Stitches

In Stitches Drop-in

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop by the LAB with your own knitting, crochet, cross-stich, embroidery, or other portable project and socialize with others who share similar interests.  All experience leve...

Image of a heart with raised hands inside. Text reads Youth Volunteers Needed Grades 6-12

Youth Volunteers Needed - Game On @ the Library

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Games, Volunteers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Youth volunteers grades 6-12 needed to help with Game On @ the Library program. Email Robin, reyman@ahml.info if this is your first time volunteering at the library. 

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family game night, fun, prizes, snack, laughs, giggles, competition, gaming fun, family fun

Family Game Night: Bowling

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, Games, S.T.E.A.M
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

All ages, w/adultRoll into a night of bowling fun—no lanes needed! Play creative bowling games and take home your own homemade mini bowling set.Drop in anytime and stay as long as ...

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Quilting Club

Quilter's Club

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s
Event Details:

Drop-in to the Quilting Club. All ability levels welcome from beginner to expert. Please note there will not be any formal lessons. Bring your own sewing machines and projects. We ...

Image of a heart with raised hands inside. Text reads Youth Volunteers Needed Grades 6-12

Youth Volunteers Needed - Game On @ the Library

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Games, Volunteers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Youth volunteers grades 6-12 needed to help with Game On @ the Library program. Email Robin, reyman@ahml.info if this is your first time volunteering at the library. 

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In Stitches

In Stitches Drop-in

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop by the LAB with your own knitting, crochet, cross-stich, embroidery, or other portable project and socialize with others who share similar interests.  All experience leve...

Image of a heart with raised hands inside. Text reads Youth Volunteers Needed Grades 6-12

Youth Volunteers Needed - Game On @ the Library

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Games, Volunteers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Youth volunteers grades 6-12 needed to help with Game On @ the Library program. Email Robin, reyman@ahml.info if this is your first time volunteering at the library. 

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family game night, fun, prizes, snack, laughs, giggles, competition, gaming fun, family fun

Family Game Night: Math Bingo

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, Games, S.T.E.A.M
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

All ages, w/adultGet ready for a fun-filled night of bingo, snacks and prizes! Who will be the first to shout "BINGO"?Drop in anytime and stay as long as it suits your family — the...

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NEW: Maker's Meetup

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors
Event Details:

NEW: MAKER'S MEETUPDrop-in for all crafters! Once a month, we reserve Lab time for any crafter that would like to meet up with fellow crafters, work on their art, and create a comm...

Image of a heart with raised hands inside. Text reads Youth Volunteers Needed Grades 6-12

Youth Volunteers Needed - Game On @ the Library

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Games, Volunteers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Youth volunteers grades 6-12 needed to help with Game On @ the Library program. Email Robin, reyman@ahml.info if this is your first time volunteering at the library. 

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Button Making 101; Prospect Heights Public Library, Buttons, keychains, magnets; American Button machine

Button Making 101

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn to use the library's button makers to make your own free button, magnet, or keychain. Please select a graphic and email it to dpettersen@phpl.info to be prepped for your butt...

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SR Pool Party

Summer Reading Pool Party

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Outside at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Splish, splash-grab your towel. Join us at the pool to celebrate the end of the library’s Summer Reading program with your family and friends.

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Offsite Event

Youth Volunteers Needed - National Night Out

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Volunteers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Volunteers grades 6-12 needed to help host the library's table during Prospect Heights National Night Out. Volunteers will take turns passing out goodies, applying temporary tattoo...

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Offsite Event
In Stitches

In Stitches Drop-in

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop by the LAB with your own knitting, crochet, cross-stich, embroidery, or other portable project and socialize with others who share similar interests.  All experience leve...

family game night, fun, prizes, snack, laughs, giggles, competition, gaming fun, family fun

Family Game Night: Puzzle Frenzy

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, Games, S.T.E.A.M
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Family
Event Details:

All ages, w/adultJoin us for a night of brain-teasing fun and a puzzle hunt! Solve cubes, crosswords, mazes, jigsaws, and Sudoku — then find hidden pieces to create and color a tak...

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Quilting Club

Quilter's Club

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s
Event Details:

Drop-in to the Quilting Club. All ability levels welcome from beginner to expert. Please note there will not be any formal lessons. Bring your own sewing machines and projects. We ...

In Stitches

In Stitches Drop-in

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop by the LAB with your own knitting, crochet, cross-stich, embroidery, or other portable project and socialize with others who share similar interests.  All experience leve...

NEW: Maker's Meetup

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors
Event Details:

NEW: MAKER'S MEETUPDrop-in for all crafters! Once a month, we reserve Lab time for any crafter that would like to meet up with fellow crafters, work on their art, and create a comm...

In Stitches

In Stitches Drop-in

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop by the LAB with your own knitting, crochet, cross-stich, embroidery, or other portable project and socialize with others who share similar interests.  All experience leve...

Quilting Club

Quilter's Club

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s
Event Details:

Drop-in to the Quilting Club. All ability levels welcome from beginner to expert. Please note there will not be any formal lessons. Bring your own sewing machines and projects. We ...