Eisenhower Public Library

Eisenhower Public Library Serving the communities of Norridge and Harwood Heights since 1972. https://eisenhowerlibrary.org/summer2024

Our internet access is down today 5/19/2025, due to a widespread Comcast outage. We do not expect it to be up again unti...
05/19/2025

Our internet access is down today 5/19/2025, due to a widespread Comcast outage. We do not expect it to be up again until this afternoon, at the earliest. For simple, quick, web-based tasks, we have a wireless hotspot that can connect you to the internet. Please ask how to access to that signal at the Answers Desk. We're sorry for the inconvenience. Please check https://wp.me/pbFvB5-19RN or call 708-867-7828 for service updates.

We will be closed Sunday and Monday May 25 & 26 in observation of Memorial Day.
05/19/2025

We will be closed Sunday and Monday May 25 & 26 in observation of Memorial Day.

Knitting 101: The BasicsThursdays, May 22 & 29, 2025, 10:30am - 12:30pmAges 16 and upIf you wanted to try knitting, but ...
05/18/2025

Knitting 101: The Basics
Thursdays, May 22 & 29, 2025, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Ages 16 and up

If you wanted to try knitting, but were nervous to try it out, this is the class for you. This is a two week class that will teach the basics for the person who has never held needles before, and will come away with a 7"x7" decorative square. All materials will be provided. Save your seats at https://eisenhower.librarycalendar.com/event/knitting-101-basics-7290

Dinosaur DimensionsSaturday, May 24, 2025, 2:00-3:00pmAges 12 & underWith the new DINO-5000 machine (and our imagination...
05/17/2025

Dinosaur Dimensions
Saturday, May 24, 2025, 2:00-3:00pm
Ages 12 & under

With the new DINO-5000 machine (and our imaginations) we'll transport four different dinosaurs from past into the room with us! Hang onto your seats, a dino-photo opportunity will come after the show! Save your seats at https://eisenhower.librarycalendar.com/event/dinosaur-dimensions-7580

Speed Puzzling Competition: PairsSaturday, May 31, 2025, 10:00am-1:00pmAges 16 & upSpeed puzzling is sweeping the nation...
05/17/2025

Speed Puzzling Competition: Pairs
Saturday, May 31, 2025, 10:00am-1:00pm
Ages 16 & up

Speed puzzling is sweeping the nation! In this competition, teams of two puzzlers are all given the same 500 piece puzzle and compete to see who can assemble it in the shortest time possible. Whoever finishes first wins! This is a team contest. Save your seats at https://eisenhower.librarycalendar.com/event/speed-puzzling-competition-pairs-7808 . Please register yourself and a teammate. If you can't find a partner, please mention that in the "special notes" field and we will attempt to pair you up with another puzzler. Single puzzlers cannot be guaranteed a partner depending on the number of registrants.

Scale Model Club (Youth)Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 6:30-7:30pmJoin others who are interested in model building. Learn new ...
05/16/2025

Scale Model Club (Youth)
Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 6:30-7:30pm

Join others who are interested in model building. Learn new skills and techniques. Work on your own project and get advice on making your project look it's very best. For modelers ages 8-17.

Social Services: Mental Health ResourcesWednesday, May 21, 2025, 11:00am-12:00pm or 7:00-8:30pmDrop in to talk to our So...
05/16/2025

Social Services: Mental Health Resources
Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 11:00am-12:00pm or 7:00-8:30pm

Drop in to talk to our Social Services team about mental health self-care and get resources to support yourself or others with their mental health journey.

Intro to WarhammerTomorrow, May 17, 2025, 10:00am-12:00pmAdults and teens ages 16 & upWarhammer is a tabletop miniature ...
05/16/2025

Intro to Warhammer
Tomorrow, May 17, 2025, 10:00am-12:00pm
Adults and teens ages 16 & up

Warhammer is a tabletop miniature wargame with a medieval fantasy theme. Ever wonder what Warhammer was all about? This is your chance to learn about the game and all that goes into playing. Save your seats at https://eisenhower.librarycalendar.com/event/intro-warhammer-2939

The Life of LucyTuesday, May 20, 2025, 6:30- 8:00pmDuring the Golden Age of Television, Lucille Ball became a TV icon. T...
05/15/2025

The Life of Lucy
Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 6:30- 8:00pm

During the Golden Age of Television, Lucille Ball became a TV icon. To this day one thing is for sure, people everywhere still love Lucy. Historical presenter Jim Gibbons will discuss the life, fame and accomplishments of one of America’s premiere comedians. Save your seats at https://eisenhower.librarycalendar.com/event/life-lucille-ball-7118

We'll be closed on Friday, May 16, 2025 for staff training and development.
05/15/2025

We'll be closed on Friday, May 16, 2025 for staff training and development.

1975 Film Series: Farewell, My LovelyTomorrow, May 15, 2025, 1:00pmOn their 50th anniversary, we're presenting screening...
05/14/2025

1975 Film Series: Farewell, My Lovely
Tomorrow, May 15, 2025, 1:00pm

On their 50th anniversary, we're presenting screenings of some of the great movies from 1975. Enjoy the show with popcorn and drink. This week: Farewell, My Lovely. Private eye Philip Marlowe is hired by a paroled convict to find his nightclub dancer girlfriend. 1975. R. 1h 35m. Save your seats at https://eisenhower.librarycalendar.com/event/1975-film-series-farewell-my-lovely-7143

In this week's Eisenhower Email: Summer Program Registration; Aliens Invade the Library; The Life of Lucy; Warhammer; an...
05/14/2025

In this week's Eisenhower Email: Summer Program Registration; Aliens Invade the Library; The Life of Lucy; Warhammer; and lots More!
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Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew DesmondTonight, May 13, 2025, 7:00-8:00pmMatthew Desmond is a professor of sociology ...
05/14/2025

Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond
Tonight, May 13, 2025, 7:00-8:00pm

Matthew Desmond is a professor of sociology at Princeton University and author of the award winning book Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City. Desmond’s research focuses on poverty in the United States, city life, housing insecurity, public policy, racial inequality, and ethnography.

Desmond is the recipient of a MacArthur “Genius” Fellowship and was listed in 2016 among the Politico 50, as one of “fifty people across the country who are most influencing the national political debate.”

Register to view this presentation on our big screen here at the Library or save your Zoom seats to tune in from home at https://eisenhowerlibrary.org/desmond/

Data Privacy & Online SecurityTomorrow, May 14, 2025, 10:00-10:45amExplore the topics of data, security, and privacy acr...
05/13/2025

Data Privacy & Online Security
Tomorrow, May 14, 2025, 10:00-10:45am

Explore the topics of data, security, and privacy across the internet. Bring your questions about topics such as creating strong passwords, what cookies are, and why you don't always have to accept them, and which ad blocker you should consider using. Save your seats at https://eisenhower.librarycalendar.com/event/data-privacy-online-security-7685

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