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Chess board set up

Chess Club (Ages 5-18)

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
West Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library

Program Type:

General Events

Age Group:

Kids, Grade School, Teens
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Grade School, Teens
Program Type: General Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy playing chess? Join us for minigames and free play. Chess sets are provided.

It's Probably Penny book cover

STEAM Stories (ages 4-8 with a caregiver)

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
West Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library

Program Type:

General Events

Age Group:

Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School
Program Type: General Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

It’s STEM with art! Come listen to a story on a STEM topic and complete a simple art project and activities all around the theme of the day. 

I Love Lucy

The Making of I Love Lucy

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
West Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library

Program Type:

Performance

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Todd Hunt, a nostalgic humorist and Lucille Ball historian, takes you back to the golden age of television, using slides, audio and video clips, to reveal how this classic show was created.

flat lay of wrapped gifts, ornaments, and holiday decor

Deck the Gifts: Gift Wrapping Drop-In

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
West Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library

Program Type:

General Events

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Events
Event Details:

Wrap up the holidays at the library! We’ll set out a merry mix of wrapping paper, bows, and tags so you can tackle your gift wrapping in a cheerful, stress-free space. Bring your gifts and enjoy some holiday spirit while you wrap!

Two smiling marshmallows in a s'more

Winter Reading Challenge: Read S'more Books!

All Day 12/15
Itasca Community Library

Program Type:

General Events

Age Group:

Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Teens
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Teens
Program Type: General Events
Event Details:

The library encourages you to read this winter by taking our Read S’more Books Winter Reading Challenge.

vintage radio

'Tis the Season: Holiday Traditions from Radio's Golden Age

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
West Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library

Program Type:

History

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Registration Required
Event Details:

For many people, the holidays are a time of traditions—and there were plenty of entertaining traditions during the “Golden Age” of radio, from Jack Benny’s annual shopping trips to Lionel Barrymore’s portrayal of Ebeneezer Scrooge.

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Snowed In: Family Escape Room (For Families)

1:00pm–1:30pm
Kids, Grade School, Teens, Adults, Families/All Ages
General Events
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Grade School, Teens, Adults, Families/All Ages
Program Type: General Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Show off your puzzle solving skills to open a series of locks and beat the winter-themed escape room in time. Sign up for one half-hour time slot for up to 6 people.

Snowed In: Family Escape Room (For Families)

2:00pm–2:30pm
Kids, Grade School, Teens, Adults, Families/All Ages
General Events
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Grade School, Teens, Adults, Families/All Ages
Program Type: General Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Show off your puzzle solving skills to open a series of locks and beat the winter-themed escape room in time. Sign up for one half-hour time slot for up to 6 people.

Drop-In Family Storytime (geared to ages 6 & under)

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Birth to Preschool
Storytime
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and more. No registration is needed. 

Taste Test: Goldfish (Grades 6-12)

6:30pm–7:15pm
Teens
General Events
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: General Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Taste test a variety of Goldfish flavors and vote on your favorites. Bon appétit!

Friends of the Library Meeting

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
General Events
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Events
Event Details:

Love the library like we do? Join the Friends of the Itasca Community Library! All you need to do is check out the sign-up form found on the library’s website. It’s that easy.

Doodlebugs (geared to ages 2-5 with a caregiver)

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Birth to Preschool
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Little fingers will experiment with painting, gluing, sticking, cutting, and creating. Dress for a mess!

English Conversation Group

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
General Events
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Speaking English doesn’t have to be hard. Intermediate English learners can practice their skills in a friendly, casual group. We meet in person and on Zoom. Please register to get the Zoom link.

Drop-In Baby Time (geared to ages 0-18 months with a caregiver)

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Birth to Preschool
Storytime
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

We’ll share stories and songs perfect for little ones! No registration is needed.

Let's Talk Downsizing!

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Down-Sizing can be the time to Right-Size. Making sense of a lifetime of possessions doesn’t have to be overwhelming!

Drop-In Family Storytime (geared to ages 6 & under)

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Birth to Preschool
Storytime
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and more. No registration is needed. 

Mobile DMV Event

10:00am–2:00pm
Adults
General Events
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Events
Event Details:

The Illinois Secretary of State's mobile Driver Services unit will be at Itasca Community Library on January 12, 2026. The event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 500 W Irving Park Rd, Itasca, IL.

Tummy Time Painting (0-18 months with a caregiver)

6:30pm–7:15pm
Kids, Birth to Preschool
Arts & Crafts, General Events
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

A no-mess art project for babies! Have fun while building core strength. Finished paintings make the perfect keepsake!

Illinois Libraries Present: Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
General Events
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Events
Event Details:

Please note: This is a virtual event. Use this link to register for the event:  bit.ly/ILPJonathanEig

Trivia Night

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
General Events
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Events
Event Details:

Compete with your team of up to six people for a chance to win prizes. A reservation at Fox & Turtle is highly encouraged. 

English Conversation Group

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
General Events
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Speaking English doesn’t have to be hard. Intermediate English learners can practice their skills in a friendly, casual group. We meet in person and on Zoom. Please register to get the Zoom link.

Chess Club (Ages 5-18)

4:15pm–5:00pm
Kids, Grade School, Teens
General Events
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Grade School, Teens
Program Type: General Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy playing chess? Join us for minigames and free play. Chess sets are provided.

Peyote Stitch Ring Workshop

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the art of bead stitching with guidance from a local artist in this hands-on class. You’ll be introduced to the basics of peyote stitching and create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind ring to take home.

Take & Make Crafts for Teens (Grades 6-12)

All Day
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pick up a Take & Make craft just for teens! Crafts will be available at the Youth Desk beginning on the 15th of each month. While supplies last.

STEAM Stories (ages 4-8 with a caregiver)

4:15pm–5:00pm
Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School
General Events
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School
Program Type: General Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

It’s STEM with art! Come listen to a story on a STEM topic and complete a simple art project and activities all around the theme of the day. 

Winter Carnival (For Families)

1:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Teens, Adults, Families/All Ages
General Events
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Teens, Adults, Families/All Ages
Program Type: General Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drop by the library for some cozy indoor fun at our third annual Winter Carnival! Enjoy games, crafts, and prize drawings, along with a Pete the Cat Meet & Greet from 1:30-3:00 p.m.

Drop-In Family Storytime (geared to ages 6 & under)

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Birth to Preschool
Storytime
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and more. No registration is needed. 

Painting Pop-In (All Ages)

2:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Teens, Adults, Families/All Ages
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Teens, Adults, Families/All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in anytime between 2:00-4:00 p.m. to paint your own ceramic s’more box. No registration is needed, and while supplies last. 

Family LEGO Build (All Ages)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Kids, Grade School, Teens, Families/All Ages
General Events
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Grade School, Teens, Families/All Ages
Program Type: General Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Themed LEGO builds are back! Join us for a night of building LEGO creations that will be displayed in the library. A separate registration is required for each session.

This session's theme is Jungle.

English Conversation Group

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
General Events
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Speaking English doesn’t have to be hard. Intermediate English learners can practice their skills in a friendly, casual group. We meet in person and on Zoom. Please register to get the Zoom link.