Upcoming Events

"It's YOU I Like!" Storytime
Sep 17 2024 - 11:00am
Come enjoy songs, rhymes, and reading with Miss Rosie. A storytime inspired by the world of Mister Rogers's Neighborhood. Reading books to promote community, self-assurance, and kindness.  Please Register. For a public program, the public is given the priority for admittance. Daycares of 5 kids or... more
Tuesday Tai Chi Chaun
Sep 17 2024 - 7:00pm
Traditional T'ai Chi Ch'uan Tuesdays, September 3 and 17, at 7 pm in the Community Room. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.  Please note: if you'd like to attend all four sessions each month, register for both the Tuesday and Thursday classes. Have you tried T'ai Chi Ch'uan?   The benefits of practicing... more
Chess
Sep 18 2024 - 5:00pm
Thornwood Chess coach, former NFL player, and former Olympian Michael Blair teaches the basics of chess and challenges young minds each week. Whether you’re just learning, are a seasoned player, or just want to play with your friends (or make some new ones), the Teen Room is the place to be. 
¡Wepa! Wednesdays Storytime
Sep 18 2024 - 5:00pm
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage all season! Join us for a fun cultural craft, we will be making felt cultural foods, singing bilingual songs, and listening to cultural stories and lots of Wepa! (Dancing)!  español: ¡Celebrando la Herencia Hispana toda la temporada! ¡Disfruta de una divertida... more
Let’s Make a Piñata Part 1/ Construyendo piñatas Parte 1
Sep 18 2024 - 6:30pm
Making traditional Mexican piñatas. Instruction and materials provided by the library. Program for the whole family. Children will be making simpler piñatas.  Must sign-up and attend both sessions.   Construyendo piñatas tradicionales mexicanas. Instrucción y materiales proporcionados por la... more
Valuable Money Lessons to Teach Your Kids
Sep 18 2024 - 7:00pm
When it comes to talking to kids about money, starting early can help them form healthy financial habits. Learn practical tips from Brandon Mells, Community Manager at Chase Bank in South Holland (who is also a dad) so you can lay the foundation for financial health that will last a lifetime.... more
September Chair Yoga
Sep 19 2024 - 11:00am
September Chair Yoga Thursdays, September 5, 12, 19,   11 am ZOOM and LIVE IN THE COMMUNITY ROOM REGISTRATION REQUIRED.  Enjoy yoga while in a seated position.  This class is open and accessible for all!
VolunTeens
Sep 19 2024 - 4:00pm
Whether you need hours for a club or school, or if you are just looking for a way to serve your community, SHPL offers you lots of opportunities. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND LIMITED TO 5 PARTICIPANTS A WEEK. 
Drop-In Board Game Night
Sep 19 2024 - 5:30pm
Drop-In Board Game Night 3 Thursday, September,  October, and November,  5:30 - 8:30 pm Collaboration Space Drop in for contemporary board & card games. Learn a new game or bring your own! This program is intended for ages 20-30, but all are welcome
Bebés bilingües/ Bilingual Babies Storytime
Sep 20 2024 - 11:00am
Come and enjoy Spanish/English stories, music, movement, and multilingual fun with Miss Rosie! This is a great opportunity for all levels of Spanish, new or native spearkers to introduce their children to Spanish language at an early stage or for native speakers who want to support their home... more

Thursday, December 21, 2023

Time Items
All day
Celebrating Navidad! Posada Take and Makes Dec 16 2023 (All day) to Dec 23 2023 (All day)
 
11:00am
Chair Yoga-December 2023
Dec 21 2023 - 11:00am to 12:00pm