A Clarendon Hills high school student can get one hour of volunteer credit by helping with various library tasks.

Explore the joy of movement with your child and discover the many benefits of early childhood dance.  We will dance, read a story, and play in both one-on-one activities and group activities.  Please wear comfortable, form-fitted clothing and bare feet.  Guardian participation required!  This class is designed for toddlers walking to 6 years old with an adult companion.  Presented by Innovation Arts Connection.

Kal Penn is an actor known for his roles in Designated Survivor, House, Mira Nair's The Namesake, the Harold & Kumar franchise, and the Christmas comedy The Santa Clauses for Disney+. He is also the former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement. Enjoy a conversation with Penn and Bridget Petrites of the Evanston Public Library who will facilitate a unique and fun game show style experience featuring the myriad accomplishments of Penn's life.

Drop in for some block play!  We'll have a variety of blocks such as Mega Bloks, jumbo blocks and more available for your little ones to build with.

Join Susan Wilkens from Dancing Cranes Yoga for an hour of gentle chair yoga.

Join Librarian Christina for a discussion of The Man Who Could Move Clouds.

Explore the fundamentals of extreme weather with Nick Bartholomew, owner of Storm Science. You'll learn about the world of storm chasing, delve into local climatology, learn about previous tornado occurrences, gain knowledge of severe weather safety and preparedness, and participate in a Q & Q session.

Introduce your little one to a new language as we enjoy songs, stories, and a craft presented by teachers from The Language Labs.  

Curious about downloading eBooks and audiobooks from the library? Join us to get started! Be sure to bring your CHPL card as well as your Kindle, tablet, smartphone, or other device where you want to download items.

This is a 45-minute program for children from birth through 18 months and their caregiver featuring rhymes, songs, books and a play time at the end.  No registration required.

Join Susan Wilkens of Dancing Cranes Yoga for an hour of meditation practice.

A Clarendon Hills high school student can get one hour of volunteer credit by helping with various library tasks.

Join us for a creative story time for children ages 3-5 with their caregivers. We will read a story and then do a craft project inspired by the book.  Registration required.

Add to your garden with a variety of perennial plants lovingly dug by local gardeners! All proceeds benefit the Clarendon Hills Library. We'll be out on the library's front lawn from 9:30 until 12 noon. Come early for the best selection!

Join us for a drop-in family craft activity in the library's garden.  Decorate your own flowerpot while The Friends of the Library will be holding their Annual Plant Sale at this time as well.

Join former CHPL librarian Barb Stepina for a discussion of The Fifth Witness.

Students in grades 5–8 are invited to learn a little about the Baltic States as we taste test and rank their most popular snack items and treats.

Join Susan Wilkens of Dancing Cranes Yoga for an hour of gentle chair yoga.

First come, first serve!  Take It Tuesday activity bags will be available on a table in the vestibule of the library on the last Tuesday of each month in January - May until supplies run out.  

Join Susan Wilkens of Dancing Cranes Yoga for an hour of meditation practice.