Learn more at dmpl.org/events.
For a schedule of DMPL storytimes visit dmpl.org/storytimes.
*Registration required.
Monday, December 2
I Spy: Native American Heritage Month
December 1-8 | Kids | Central Library
Power Rangers Scavenger Hunt
December 2-14 | Kids | South Side Library
Ornament Making Take-and-Make Bag
Kids | South Side Library
40th Anniversary Open House
11:30 AM-2:00 PM | All Ages | North Side Library
Technology Basics
3 PM | Adults | North Side Library
ASAP Mondays: Still Life Drawing
4 PM | Kids and Teens | Forest Avenue Library
Writers’ Workshop
5:30 PM | Adults | Central Library
Sounds of the Season
6:30 | All Ages | Franklin Avenue Library
Tuesday, December 3
I Spy: Native American Heritage Month
December 1-8 | Kids | Central Library
Power Rangers Scavenger Hunt
December 2-14 | Kids | South Side Library
Beyond Birth: Baby’s First Year
9 AM | Adults | Central Library
ASAP Tuesdays: Cookie & Cupcake Decoration
3:30 PM | Kids and Teens | East Side Library
Manualidades para adultos: Pinza de cantante de villancicos | Crafting for Adults: Clothespin Carolers
3:30 PM | Adults | Central Library
Manga Book Club*
4 PM | Ages 9-13 | Forest Avenue Library
Switch Gaming
4 PM | Ages 8-18 | North Side Library
Spill the Tea with Red Dragon Herbs & Teas*
6 PM | Adults | East Side Library
Wednesday, December 4
I Spy: Native American Heritage Month
December 1-8 | Kids | Central Library
Power Rangers Scavenger Hunt
December 2-14 | Kids | South Side Library
Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K. Davis Center
10 AM-12 PM | Adults | North Side Library
Drop-in STEM Challenge: Lego Challenges
2-7 PM | Kids and Teens | North Side Library
ASAP Wednesday: Calligraphy
3:30 PM | Kids and Teens | North Side Library
Winter Watercolor*
6 PM | Adults | South Side Library
Thursday, December 5
I Spy: Native American Heritage Month
December 1-8 | Kids | Central Library
Power Rangers Scavenger Hunt
December 2-14 | Kids | South Side Library
Glowforge Training*
3 PM | Adults | Central Library
ASAP Thursdays: Mosaics*
4 PM | Kids and Teens | South Side Library
Craftopia: Upcycle Edition
4-6 PM | Kids | Central Library
Gingerbread House Decorating*
5 PM | All Ages | Franklin Avenue Library
6:15 PM | All Ages | Franklin Avenue Library
Art Club: Faith Ringgold
6:30 PM | Ages 6-11 | Forest Avenue Library
Makey-Makey Music*
6:30 PM | Kids | East Side Library
Friday, December 6
I Spy: Native American Heritage Month
December 1-8 | Kids | Central Library
Power Rangers Scavenger Hunt
December 2-14 | Kids | South Side Library
Snippets: A Writers’ Workshop for Short Works*
10 AM | Adults | Central Library
LEGO Fridays
10 AM-4 PM | Kids | Franklin Avenue Library
The Outreach Project
1-3 PM | Adults | Central Library
Saturday, December 7
I Spy: Native American Heritage Month
December 1-8 | Kids | Central Library
Power Rangers Scavenger Hunt
December 2-14 | Kids | South Side Library
Take and Grow: Native Plants Seed Packet
December 7-14 | Adults | North Side Library
Kid’s Craft Day: Popsicle Stick Snowflakes
Kids | South Side Library
Art Cart Saturdays
Kids | East Side Library
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Sneak Preview
10:30 AM | Kids/All Ages | Franklin Avenue Library
Película Gratuita - Mujercitas (2019) | Family Movie Showing - Little Women (2019)
10:30 AM | Families/All Ages | Central Library
Sit n’ Stitch
1:30 PM | Adults | North Side Library
Sunday, December 8
I Spy: Native American Heritage Month
December 1-8 | Kids | Central Library
Power Rangers Scavenger Hunt
December 2-14 | Kids | South Side Library
Take and Grow: Native Plants Seed Packet
December 7-14 | Adults | North Side Library
Upcoming Events
Come to the Central Youth area to celebrate Native American Heritage Month by finding pictures of some of our favorite authors! And when you've found all the images, stop at the Youth desk to pick out your prize!
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Do you have an item in your home in need of repair? Stop by Franklin Avenue Library's Repair Café to get help from volunteers with expertise on how to fix your item(s) or refer you to a local professional.
Dungeons & Dragons is a role-playing game set in worlds of swords and sorcery where players use their imaginations to tell a story and create an adventure together. We usually get together on the first Sunday of each month to play.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.Central Parking
Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
Bring the fun home with you when you pick up a special South Side Library take-and-make craft bag!
While Supplies Last
Visit South and try our Scavenger Hunt! Drop in and search the library for all of the items on the sheet and win a prize!
Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Join Miss Jennifer for Preschool Storytime on Monday mornings at 10:15 a.m. There will be stories, rhymes, music, and more.
This storytime is recommended for ages three to five, but all children are welcome to attend.
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
The North Side Library is turning 40!
Learn about the history of the library in the Highland Park/Oak Park community and celebrate 40 years in our current building with refreshments, 1984 Trivia, door prizes, and more.