Upcoming Events

Roll up your sleeves and get ready for a delicious and interactive experience at One Life Kitchen.  We will make and sample a few appetizers and dessert. Register. Off-site. One Life Kitchen, 742 W Northwest Hwy, Barrington. ...

Learn to use the melt-and-pour method, along with additives like loofahs and activated charcoal, to make beautiful soaps. Register. Meeting Room. ...

All ages w/caregiver Children enjoy books, music, and movement activities designed to engage the senses and build language and literacy skills. For children of all abilities. Register. Program Room. ...

Learn to use the melt-and-pour method, along with additives like loofahs and activated charcoal, to make beautiful soaps. Register. Meeting Room. ...

All ages w/caregiverOpen-ended art projects for all ages and abilities. Process-oriented art allows kids to explore their imaginations and develop creative thinking skills. Mess-makers welcome! Drop in. Program Room. ...

Ages 2 – 5 w/caregiver Enjoy stories, a nature walk, and playtime at Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills. Dress for the weather. Register. ...

How can organizations best connect with their stakeholders, clients, and community members? The director of NIU's Center for Nonprofit and NGO Studies and BALibrary favorite Dr Alicia Schatteman will introduce participants to the concepts, tools, and...

Ages 6 – 13 Explore, play, and learn with a variety of technology including coding, robotics, engineering challenges, and more! Register. Program Room. ...

We’ve got extra crafting supplies – stop by and create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece! While supplies lasts. Drop in. Atrium. ...

Ages 2-6 w/caregiverDance, wiggle, and shake at this groovin' story time. Don't forget your dancin' shoes! Drop in. Meeting Room. ...

Grades 6 – 8 Enjoy some kawaii crafts while we watch a favorite anime or two. Register. Program Room. ...

Diego Alonso & Carlo Basile present an interactive performance-lecture on flamenco. Featuring world-class artists dedicated to multicultural music performance and education. Enjoy the sound of Spanish guitars and the dancing of Leticia Aravena, a...

Study for finals at the Library. We’ll provide extra space for group study and snacks to keep you energized. Drop in. Meeting Room. ...

Study for finals at the Library. We’ll provide extra space for group study and snacks to keep you energized. Drop in. Meeting Room. ...

Study for finals at the Library. We’ll provide extra space for group study and snacks to keep you energized. Drop in. Meeting Room. ...

Have you scanned old photos, slides, or negatives in the digital studio? Take the next step and learn about basic editing and restoration techniques in Adobe Photoshop to make them look even better. Register. Conference Room. ...

Grades 4 – 8 Meet up with other fans of J. K. Rowling’s magical series and enjoy some Hogwarts-inspired crafts and games. Wizard or muggle, you’re welcome here. Register. Program Room. ...

Study for finals at the Library. We’ll provide extra space for group study and snacks to keep you energized. Drop in. Meeting Room. ...

Ages 3 – 5 w/caregiver Join us as we explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math with exciting experiments and activities. Dress for a mess. Register. Program Room. ...

Study for finals at the Library. We’ll provide extra space for group study and snacks to keep you energized. Drop in. Meeting Room. ...

Grades K-3 Woven decorations. Make a take-home craft at the Library. Register for each event. Program Room. ...

Study for finals at the Library. We’ll provide extra space for group study and snacks to keep you energized. Drop in. Meeting Room. ...

Join Community Engagement Librarian Sam in a discussion to introduce or expand on ideas from the Courageous Conversations series. Register. ...

Study for finals at the Library. We’ll provide extra space for group study and snacks to keep you energized. Drop in. Meeting Room. ...

Learn the basics of candle making in this hands-on class. Use scents, dyes, and other elements to create two types of candles to take home.Register. Zimmerman Room. ...

All ages Drop in to design and make your very own button. Drop in. Program Room. ...

Learn the basics of candle making in this hands-on class. Use scents, dyes, and other elements to create two types of candles to take home.Register. Zimmerman Room. ...