Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- On tap this week at the Park Forest Library, look for Incredibles 2 and a Holiday Dulcimer Concert. These events are above and beyond the usual services the library provides. There are technology services, including access to public computers, printing, free Wi-Fi, and more; studying and meeting rooms available; free home delivery services to residents of Park Forest and Olympia Fields; various book drop locations at the library, Park Forest Village Hall, and the Olympia Fields Post Office; and more.
Scheduled activities this week include the following:
Art in the Afternoon
Monday, December 10, 2018 – 3:30 PM
Unleash your inner artist. Drop in to create a seasonal masterpiece that will be displayed on the wall in kids’ zone.
Ages 12 and under.
Family Movie Night
Monday, December 10, 2018 – 6:30 PM
NOW SHOWING: INCREDIBLES 2
Rated: PG
Location: Ringerring Room
Color-Rama! Coloring Circle
Tuesday, December 11, 2018 – 4:00 PM
Location: The Lab
Explore different media of art while unwinding after school with an art activity.
Baby Time
Wednesday, December 12, 2018 – 11:00 AM
Babies and their parents or caregivers are invited to read, sing and grow in this weekly story time. This program is geared toward babies 0 – 36 months with an accompanying adult. This is the perfect time for families to bond with their child/children.
Adult Coloring Circle
Wednesday, December 12, 2018 – 4:00 PM
Location: Ringering Room
Drop in and unwind. Enjoy coloring and making new friends. All materials provided.
Writer’s Workshop
Wednesday, December 12, 2018 – 6:30 PM
Location: Conference Room
Want to improve your skills as a writer? Interested in sharing your ideas or written work with others? Come to the Park Forest Library and join other creators in our bi-monthly writers’ group, led by James Pressler, for all your writing wishes. Writers of all skill levels are welcomed.
Potpourri of Lectures
Thursday, December 13, 2018 – 10:30 AM
Location: Ringering Room
Join us for coffee and conversation.
December 13th – Annual Holiday Dulcimer Concert – Join us for this Traditional event with the South Suburban Dulcimer & Folk Music Society.
Annual Holiday Dulcimer Concert
Thursday, December 13, 2018 – 10:30 AM
Join us for this Traditional event with the South Suburban Dulcimer & Folk Music Society.
Toddler Art
Thursday, December 13, 2018 – 11:00 AM
Bring out your inner Picasso through art projects and more! Some art projects may involve painting.
Ages: 3yrs-5yrs
U-Pick Teen Movie
Thursday, December 13, 2018 – 4:00 PM
Location: The Lab
Take a break after school with a featured film! Teens get to choose from an assortment of titles rated PG-13 or lower.
Earth Wise Movie Night: “Wasted: The Story of Food Waste”
Thursday, December 13, 2018 – 6:00 PM
Location: The Ringering Room
“Every year 1.3 billion tons of food is thrown away. Filmmakers explore the reasons for this waste and ways to fix the problem.”
Digital Literacy Workshop: Online Job Searching
Friday, December 14, 2018 – 11:00 AM
Location: Conference Room
Learn how to navigate online job hunting websites such as Indeed, Monster, and Glassdoor.
Teen Game Day
Friday, December 14, 2018 – 3:00 PM
Location: The Lab
Show off your competitive side with your friends! From board games to video games, there will be plenty of fun!
Comic Creations
Friday, December 14, 2018 – 3:30 PM
Be inspired to become a graphic Comic Creator! Each week explore way to create comic strips, books graphic and more!
Create Zone Craft
Saturday, December 15, 2018 – 1:00 PM
Drop-In kids’ zone today to Explore & Create something special.
