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Succulent Book Terrarium
2026-04-23 18:00:00 2026-04-23 20:00:00 America/Chicago Succulent Book Terrarium A fun workshop where participants create their own unique display using pre-hollowed books and a variety of succulents. This program is for Ela cardholders only. This is a 2 Hr program. Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)

Thursday, April 23
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-23 18:00:00 2026-04-23 20:00:00 America/Chicago Succulent Book Terrarium A fun workshop where participants create their own unique display using pre-hollowed books and a variety of succulents. This program is for Ela cardholders only. This is a 2 Hr program. Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)

Ela Area Public Library

Forge Makerspace Room (R168)

A fun workshop where participants create their own unique display using pre-hollowed books and a variety of succulents. This program is for Ela cardholders only. This is a 2 Hr program.

Laura Garcia, owner of Paper Perennial, brings a fun workshop where participants create their own unique display using pre-hollowed books and a variety of succulent styles, shapes, and sizes. This program is for Ela cardholders only. This is a 2 Hr program.

6-8pm Thur., Apr. 23, ages 18+ (R)

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Forge Makerspace | Arts and Crafts |

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Drop-In Storytime
Tue, Apr 21, 9:30am - 10:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual... more
Stop by with your kiddo for a casual storytime experience.
Memory Cafe
Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
People experiencing memory loss due to... more
People experiencing memory loss due to Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive issues are invited to attend with care partners. For questions call BACOA at 847 381-5030.
Great Decisions
Tue, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
Great Decisions is America's largest... more
Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. We meet 8 times a year to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today.
Genealogy One on One
Tue, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Study Room 9
Meet with librarian Kristen McCallum for... more
Meet with librarian Kristen McCallum for personalized genealogical research assistance.
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Board of Trustees Regular Monthly meeting - Board of Trustees meeting
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - 2nd Floor Conference Room
Board of Trustees monthly meeting
Microsoft Excel
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Adult Computer Lab (R202)
Get started with Microsoft Excel and... more
Get started with Microsoft Excel and learn how to organize, calculate, and visualize data. We’ll cover essential features like formulas, formatting, and charts, tailored to your interests.
DIY Leather Bag
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you... more
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you can create lovely leather handbag for yourself or for a loved one. One session per person. This is a 2-hour program.
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Walking Chicago's Coast (Zoom) - A 63-Mile Journey to the Indiana Dunes
Tue, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
At Your Home
Author Michael McColly shares stories... more
Author Michael McColly shares stories from his walk along the shoreline, from Rogers Park to Indiana Dunes National Park, and the inspiration behind this remarkable journey.
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Retirement Reality w/ Jill Schlesinger
Tue, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
ZOOM
Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger, will... more
Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger, will walk through the steps necessary to get you where you want to go. Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lbWWultASeWQ8u0oG-cuVg#/registration
Parachute Play (ages 2-4)
Wed, Apr 22, 9:30am - 10:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
The sky's the limit during this active... more
The sky's the limit during this active playtime featuring colors, silly songs and games, and of course, the parachute! Adult participation is required.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 9:00am
Parachute Play (ages 2-4)
Wed, Apr 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A and B (R186-187)
The sky's the limit during this active... more
The sky's the limit during this active playtime featuring colors, silly songs and games, and of course, the parachute! Adult participation is required.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 9:00am
Crafternoon (grades K-5) - paper quilled Earth
Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room A (R187)
Enjoy an afternoon of crafting with... more
Enjoy an afternoon of crafting with friends and create your own one-of-a-kind project!
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 9:00am
Solar System Diorama
Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
Paint and assemble a diorama of our solar... more
Paint and assemble a diorama of our solar system while learning some trivia about the planets!
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Woodland Creature Portraits
Wed, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A (R117A)
Celebrate Earth Day with a creative twist... more
Celebrate Earth Day with a creative twist by making woodland creature portraits using egg cartons and recycled craft materials.
Toddler Storytime - Spring Session (18-35 months)
Thu, Apr 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
There's no sitting still in this lively... more
There's no sitting still in this lively storytime! Together we'll enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes all selected to engage your active toddler. For ages 18-35 months with an adult.
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Rescheduled
Scan Your Photos - Fast - *Online Class. Email Address is Required*
Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
New date Thursday, April 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Zoom Class - Online
Learn how to scan and organize photos... more
Learn how to scan and organize photos quickly.
Preschool Storytime - Spring Session (ages 3-5)
Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ela Area Public Library - Children's Program Room B (R186)
Young children will explore the world... more
Young children will explore the world through stories, songs, and crafts specifically selected for their developmental stage. For ages 3-5 with an adult.
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Succulent Book Terrarium
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Forge Makerspace Room (R168)
A fun workshop where participants create... more
A fun workshop where participants create their own unique display using pre-hollowed books and a variety of succulents. This program is for Ela cardholders only. This is a 2 Hr program.
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Glass Blowing Demonstration
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library - Meeting Room A and B (R117)
Join glass artesian Connor Strehl for a... more
Join glass artesian Connor Strehl for a live two-hour glassblowing demonstration that brings art, science and history together.
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