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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Family Reading Night, books, surprises, book Bundle, prospect Heights Public Library

Family Reading Night: Grab & Go Bundle

All Day 11/1 - 11/30
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Bundle
Age Group:
Youth, Family
Event Details:

Celebrate this annual event with our curated book bundles! Each bundle includes engaging books and a surprise goody bag to enhance your experience. Starting November 1, grab one...

FDR

HISTORY REVEALED: FDR AND CHARLES LINDBERG, ISOLATIONISM AND WAR 1939-1941

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
either Meeting Room A&B OR via Zoom at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
History, Presenter LIVE in the Library, Virtual AND In Person Option
Age Group:
Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors
Event Details:

After WWII broke out in Europe in September 1939, FDR walks a tightrope between helping Churchill and Britain and opposition from isolationists like Charles Lindbergh.  Decemb...

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Simply Science: STEM Challenge

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Grades 1-8 Practice your engineering skills!   THIS IS A TICKETED EVENT. Tickets will be available at the Youth Services desk starting 60 minutes before the program o...

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Pages from the Past

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cafe Area at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

November's Book: Daughters of Shandong Daughters are the Ang family's curse. In 1948, civil war ravages the Chinese countryside, but in rural Shandong, the wealthy, landowning A...

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FDR

Encore FDR AND CHARLES LINDBERGH: ISOLATIONISM AND WAR 1939-1941

All Day
Virtual Programs at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
History, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors
Event Details:

Enjoy this recording for 7 days! After WWII broke out in Europe in September 1939, FDR walks a tightrope between helping Churchill and Britain and opposition from isolationists ...

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Tuesday Tales

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:15am
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Julie for stories and so much more!

Department Head meetings

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:

manager's meeting

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Volunteer to Help Decorate!

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Volunteers grade 6 - adultThe Teen Advisory Board has created elf-themed decorations for the Youth Department, and we need your help to put them up! Lend a hand and help us make th...

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

Button Making 101

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 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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Library Closes early for Thanksgiving

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Prospect Heights Public Library District

The Library closes early to observe the Thanksgiving holiday

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Tea Light House Kit

All Day
Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Make yourself a tiny home out of clay that can light up any space! Kits available starting December 1, while supplies last.

Carol

Concert: John Hersey High School Charles Dickens Carolers

Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Main Library (near windows) at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Concert, Performance, Presenter LIVE in the Library
Age Group:
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors, Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Welcome in the holiday season with a special performance of the John Hersey High School Charles Dickens Carolers. Under the direction of Sara Michael this acapella choral group wil...

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December

Messy Monday

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Ages 2-6 w/adultCome explore new materials, techniques, and tools in an open-ended way that encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and creative learning. Go home with a mas...

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Glitter Ornaments

Silhouette Glitter Ornaments

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:15pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors
Event Details:

We will create glittery ornaments and use the Silhouette to design and cut our name. All materials supplied. Preference to PHPL cardholders. Register.

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Glitter Ornaments

Silhouette Glitter Ornaments

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
The LAB at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors
Event Details:

We will create glittery ornaments and use the Silhouette to design and cut our name. All materials supplied. Preference to PHPL cardholders. Register.

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Tuesday Tales

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:15am
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Julie for stories and so much more!

Union Soldier

Billy Yank: Researching Your Civil War Soldier

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
either Meeting Room A&B OR via Zoom at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
History, Presenter LIVE in the Library, Virtual AND In Person Option
Age Group:
Adults, 20s and 30s, Seniors
Event Details:

Ever been curious about your ancestors from around the time of the Civil War? Tina Beiard will show you how to do it along with resources and methods. Tina will be presenting in...

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The Harbour

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cafe Area at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
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Study Buddy Homework Center

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 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, December 3, 2024 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...

Genealogy; Family tree; Family history; research; Ancestry; Prospect Heights Public Library

Genealogy @ Your Library

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn to effectively use the Library’s free online genealogy resources to find your ancestors online and jumpstart your family history research.

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Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Youth Program Room at Prospect Heights Public Library District
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, Volunteers
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 9-12Craft inspirational bookmarks and personalize our Exam Energy Packs, then assemble. It's a great way to give back and support your peers.Service hour available. Snacks a...

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Youth Volunteers Needed - LEGO Builders Club

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 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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