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ChatGPT for Job Seekers: Online Event

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

ChatGPT can boost your job hunt, but it can also hurt your chances if used the wrong way. Discover smart ways to use ChatGPT for resumes, interviews, and more, with tips from a hiring insider.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Music Monday

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture
Age Group:
Adults

The American folk music revival brought us artists such as Pete Seeger, Joan Baez, Odetta, Bob Dylan, and many others whose music defined the 1960s.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Oakton College Adult Literacy Class

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 9:15am - 12:15pm
Event Type:
Self-Improvement
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

This Oakton College class helps native and non-native English speakers improve their reading and writing skills. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

ELL Literacy Circle

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Event Type:
Self-Improvement
Age Group:
Adults

Have you ever wanted to be part of a library book discussion group, but you worried that your English language skills were not strong enough?

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group

Stay and Play

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2

Chat with other parents and caregivers while your child socializes and explores hands-on activities.

Drop-in event for children who are younger than six.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs together. Drop-in event for children age 3-6 with an adult. Space is limited.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Adventure Club for Homeschoolers

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Learn about Chile's culture, traditions, foods, and fun.

Drop-in event for age 5-10. Caregivers optional. This is a special edition of Adventure Club designed for children who are homeschooled.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Learn About Banned Books Week

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Type:
Books and Authors, Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Drop by our table to learn more about the American Library Association's Banned Books Week.

Play a game to win a small prize, discuss the importance of the freedom to read with staff, and browse frequently challenged items.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Adventure Club

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Learn about Chile's culture, traditions, foods, and fun. 

For kids in grade K-5. Children younger than eight must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group

Book Babies Outdoors

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

Enjoy this time to bond with your baby and meet other caregivers. We will introduce babies to the joys of movement, books, and song, and begin to build their early learning skills. Come prepared to sit with your baby on your lap.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group

Wonderful Ones Outdoors

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

Enjoy fun stories, rhymes, and songs to build a love of books and reading.

Drop-in event for toddlers age 12-23 months with an adult. Space is limited.

 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group

Together Time

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

Chat with other parents and caregivers while your child socializes and explores hands-on activities.

Drop-in event for children who are younger than 24 months.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Assistive Technology: How It Can Help You

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Event Type:
Self-Improvement, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Learn about resources, programs, and assistive technology devices and vendor information available through the Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP).

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

ELL Café

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Event Type:
Self-Improvement
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Talk with members of the community. Tutors from Niles Township Schools' ELL Parent Center will help with conversations and answer questions. Drop-in event.

Keyword: ELL & Citizenship

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Exploring Grief and Loss

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Explore all of the thoughts, feelings, and realities around grief and loss with professionals from the Skylight Foundation, which provides free mental health services for those in need. 

Drop-in event.

This event is in the "Adults" group

One-on-One Tech Help

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Event Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Need one-on-one tech help? Library staff can assist for brief drop-in sessions. Bring your personal device or use a library Chromebook for computer, internet, and technology help.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Learn About Banned Books Week

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Type:
Books and Authors, Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Drop by our table to learn more about the American Library Association's Banned Books Week.

Play a game to win a small prize, discuss the importance of the freedom to read with staff, and browse frequently challenged items.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Caregiver Craft Club

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Event Type:
DIY, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Adults

Want to chat and do a diamond art craft with other grown-ups who have or care for kids? This club provides an opportunity for parents, grandparents, nannies, and others who care for kids to talk and participate in a fun craft.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

Friend Squad

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Teens

Meet new people in a supportive environment and watch your circle of friends grow.

Trained peer volunteers host activities to help you get to know others. For age 11-15.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group

Color and Chill

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2

Creativity meets calm in this relaxing family time. Together, we’ll explore mindfulness through coloring, breathing exercises, and peaceful moments that everyone from kids to grown-ups can enjoy.

This event is in the "Adults" group

LitLounge

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Event Type:
Discussion, Books and Authors
Age Group:
Adults

What is the story behind the Panama Canal? 

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Oakton College Adult Literacy Class

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 9:15am - 12:15pm
Event Type:
Self-Improvement
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

This Oakton College class helps native and non-native English speakers improve their reading and writing skills. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group

Terrific Twos

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

Two-year-olds and accompanying adults share a lively program of simple stories, songs, and games.

Drop-in event. Space is limited.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group

Terrific Twos

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

Two-year-olds and accompanying adults share a lively program of simple stories, songs, and games.

Drop-in event. Space is limited.