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Play & Learn

In-person library programs and meeting room bookings remain suspended until further notice.

Programs via Zoom: A link and password to the Zoom meeting will be emailed after registration. New to Zoom? It’s easy. Learn how to use this service here. Looking for Innovation Center classes? Check here.


Hoppy Hour Beer Tasting

Tuesday, March 9, 7-8:30 PM • Via Zoom

Enjoy a virtual beer tasting with Bruce White, founder of the Chicago Beer Experience. Learn about beer basics, such as the different styles and flavor profiles, while discovering Chicago’s history related to brewing and sin. You purchase the beer; we provide the fun! A list of beers to buy for sampling and other details will be emailed upon registration.


TED Circles

Thursdays, March 18, April 15 & May 20, 7-8 PM • Via Zoom

Come together virtually to watch and discuss a TED Talk. Stay connected, engage in conversations about big ideas, and consider each other’s perspectives. No preparation necessary.


Family Trivia Night (ages 7+)

Tuesday, March 23, 6:30-8:30 PM • Via Zoom

Think you’re smart, huh? Test your knowledge over four rounds of family friendly trivia and see if you come out on top. Prizes awarded to the highest scoring team.


Saving Green While Living Green

Tuesday, April 6, 7-8 PM • Via Zoom

Are you overwhelmed by what to do (and not do) when it comes to “being green?” Learn about simple and cost-effective ways you can positively affect the environment while maintaining your lifestyle with Tina Hostert, founder of ReCommitted Supplies.


Gardening with Native Plants

Wednesday, April 14, 7-8 PM • Via Zoom

Meredith Churchman, Natural Resources Manager at The Grove, discusses the benefits of native plants and explains how to select the right plants for different environmental conditions and turn landscapes into a haven for pollinators and other wildlife. Cosponsored by the Glenview Park District.


Understanding Climate Change

Thursday, April 22, 7-8 PM • Via Zoom

What’s causing our climate crisis and what can we do about it? Trained by former Vice President Al Gore, Kent Taylor from The Climate Reality Project provides the facts about climate change and offers a plan for our planet’s future.


Introduction to Zentangle (all ages)

Thursday, April 29, 7-8:30 PM • Via Zoom

Encourage both creativity and calm with this introduction to the Zentangle method of drawing. Zentangle art uses simple structured patterns to create beautiful images in an easy-to-learn and relaxing way. No experience required. Materials provided.
• Register to reserve your project materials. Each participant must register with their own email to receive a project materials kit.
• Pick up your reserved materials at the Library when instructed. Pick-up information will be emailed when available.
• Tune in to the Zoom program for instructions.


Board Game Night: Codenames (ages 18+)

Monday, May 10, 6:30-8:30 PM • Via Zoom

Join us for a virtual game of Codenames. Give clues to your team to locate your agents before the other team does, but watch out for the assassin!


Plant Swap

Saturday, May 22, 2-3 PM • Library’s South Patio (Rain Location: Community Room)

Bring your extra plants or seeds to the Library’s south patio on Glenview Road and trade for new plants to take home. Meet other gardeners and share tips for the best care of your plant babies. In partnership with Glenview Gardeners. Registration limited. Masks required.


Meditation in Modern Life

Tuesday, May 25, 7-8:30 PM • Via Zoom

Meditation is a powerful tool that can be used to cope with the challenges of everyday life and reduce stress. Long time meditator Nirav Sheth teaches simple, time-tested meditation techniques that provide physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits.


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