Festivals, street fairs, carnivals, and seasonal events in Forrest, IL. Big events you don't want to miss.
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Join us at the Kelly branch for a morning of creativity, connection, and decorating! Each month is a different craft to do while you enjoy some delicious cookies. Every craft you make you can take home with you. We will be making some beautiful art by Diamond Painting some coasters. Everything you..
The Second City’s Improv Supernova blasts open e.t.c.’s 50th Revue with the art form that started it all. No two performances are ever the same – every night is different, delightfully chaotic, and...
Join Clearing Branch for our Genre Book Club. Read a book from the selected genre each month, then talk about what you read in our monthly Zoom discussions. How To Attend This event takes place on Zoom. Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive two emails close to the event -...
On select Mondays, de-stress and exercise your creative side by experimenting with tactile art supplies. We’ll provide materials such as finger paint, polymer clay and scratch art. We’ll also play soothing music to help you recharge for the rest of your week. For teens in grades 7 through 12....
Each month on the 2nd Monday between 10am and 7pm while supplies last we will have a different adult craft for you to make and take. This month's craft is pressed flower dish. You can take the stairs or use the elevator to head upstairs to the desk to get the craft supplies and instructions.
Don't make a mess at home, come to the Library! Each week we will have a different craft or sensory experience. Stay for a few minutes or the whole hour of fun! This week, we'll experiment with paper towels and watercolors! For ages 2-6.
Get ready to unleash your creativity with the magical art of origami! If you’ve ever wanted to fold up a cute animal, a mighty dinosaur, beautiful blooms or decorative boxes, this is your chance to dive in. Whether you're an adult or a child (7+), this fun and fascinating activity lets you...
For ages 6-12 Make some simple crafts and be social with other creative people! Each session we will make something new and have fun things to talk about!
Calling all knitters, crocheters, embroidery extraordinaires and more. Join us for a relaxed fiber arts crafting circle. On Sunday sessions, we teach a specific project skill! This month create your own crocheted scrunchie! Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility...
Bring your own book club is a relaxed, come-as-you-are book club where YOU choose what to read. Bring any book you're currently enjoying (or want to start) and hang out with other teens to talk books, swap recommendations, and discover new reads. Whether you're into fantasy, graphic novels, or...
Pick up materials to make a beaded suncatcher at home! Available while supplies last.
Help bring your tabletop games to life with the magic of miniatures! We'll provide the paints, you provide that mini you've been meaning to paint 'eventually', and join us for a colorful evening learning simple techniques for adding hues to your heroes, contrasts to your cultists, and vitality to...
Interested in joining Fiber Art "Commuknity" to meet like mind individuals and share your work come to the Beverly branch each Wednesday? This group is open to anyone in needle arts such as crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crewel, tatting and other hand stitching. Bring your own...
Have a totally radical time enjoying all your favorite crafts from the 80s and 90s. From friendship bracelets to Spirograph masterpieces, you can relax in the nostalgia of your childhood while enjoying a juice box and some snack cakes. Adults only.
Tweens and teens in grades 6-12 are invited to hang out and join us for art projects, games, studying, reading, and snacks.
Want an easy way to embrace nature and encourage biodiversity? Seed Shakers are the perfect way to do it! Taking salt and pepper shakers and a variety of seeds, you can make your own easy way to spread native wildlife to your lawn. All ages are welcome.
Join us to add a bit of sparkle to your favorite book cover with rhinestones, tacky glue, and a bit of dexterity and focus! Bring your own book, or choose from a small selection of supplied books. Covers with a couple big, bold elements work best for this craft. *** Patrons registered for the...
Join us for an evening of crafting and conversation at the Lozano Branch. For this month's crafting activity, patrons will create a framed 3D artificial butterfly-and-flower maximalist art piece. This activity is for adults 18 and up and seniors. Registration is required. Únase a...
All ages, Kids 12 and under must have an accompanying adult. In honor of Free Comic Book Day, drop into the Workshop for a fun, comic book themed craft.
Using Canva, set up a photo for sublimation of your loved one for sublimation and attach a colorful floral ribbon. Participants will need to bring a digital photo file.
Are you ready to elevate your computer skills? Unlock your digital potential? In partnership with Touch Gift Foundation and Teamwork Englewood , join us for our Digital Learning Lab- Kelly Branch Library Series. Crafting Your Story: Resume Writing Essentials: Gain the skills to stand out in today's.
Do you like crafting and conversation? Join us for the Chatty Crafters group. Bring a craft you are working on. Check out other crafts, talk to fellow crafters or just relax and work on your craft. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this...
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes followed by a simple craft and open play. For children 18 months to 5 with a caregiver. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request...
Take some time to explore your creative side with a variety of art supplies, a featured craft, or bring a work in progress. Not feeling crafty? No worries, coloring pages and playing cards will also be available. Come for coffee or tea and stay for fun and conversation!
Stop by each month for a relaxing night of crafting and creativity. Each month will feature a new medium. All skill levels welcome and all materials will be provided. Patrons are also welcome to bring their own crafts or supplies they'd like to work with. March: Clay April: Bamboo Sun Wreath May:..
Looking for something to do after school? Stop by for an hour of fun games, activities or crafts. For kids 6 to 13. Children 11 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)...
Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk to take home. While supplies last. Ages 5 to 12. Preschool craft kits also available for ages 2 to 5.
Join us for a weekly book club where we practice reading with a buddy, play phonics and word games, and have lots of fun! For children 4 and up. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org.
Pick up a spring-themed craft kit at the Information Desk to take home. While supplies last. Ages 5 to 12.