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Sat, Oct 26, 9:30am - 11:00am
Training Room
This seven (7) week course introduces the components of a computer, how to use a mouse, Windows Desktop, introduction to applications, files, and folders, and using the internet

Sun, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Enjoy a variety of classical music selections performed by members and friends of the Downers Grove Music Club

Mon, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Training Room
This seven-week course covers moving and resizing application windows, creating files, folders, shortcuts, libraries, and external hard drives.

Mon, Oct 28, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room North (Max Capacity 50)
Novice to professional writers meet to read, discuss, and enjoy each other’s work. All genres, styles, and writers welcome.

Mon, Oct 28, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room B (Max Capacity 10)
Literacy DuPage will host a weekly ESL conversation group! Join to socialize and practice your English speaking skills.

Tue, Oct 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Happy birthday, Bob Ross! Experience the joy of painting at our Bob Ross Birthday party! Paint your own happy trees and enjoy birthday cake, all supplies provided.
This event is full

Wed, Oct 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Training Room
Pinterest is a fun photo-sharing site. Students will create a Pinterest account, generate a board, post to that board, and follow another Pinterest board or user.

Fri, Nov 01, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Drop in for contemporary board games. Learn a new game or bring your own!

Sat, Nov 02, 9:30am - 11:00am
Training Room
This seven (7) week course introduces the components of a computer, how to use a mouse, Windows Desktop, introduction to applications, files, and folders, and using the internet

Mon, Nov 04, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room A (Max Capacity 16)
Literacy DuPage will host a weekly ESL conversation group! Join to socialize and practice your English speaking skills.

Tue, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Join Angela Jackson, Illinois’ current Poet Laureate, at the library! Born in Mississippi and raised on Chicago’s southside, Jackson is an award-winning poet, novelist, and playwright.

Tue, Nov 05, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Training Room
Instructor Sue Slamar shows students how to create and format professional-looking worksheets.
This event is full

Tue, Nov 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us at Goldfinger Brewing Company to discuss Hard by a Great Forest by Leo Vardiashvili. Books are available at the ATS desk one month before each discussion. For those 21 and over.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 06, All day
This month, your Craft for Older Adults will be a take and make! Register to pick up a kit starting on November 6th, and bring home everything you need to create your own embroidered fall canvas!
This event is full

Wed, Nov 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Training Room
Learn camera basics and editing with Photoshop software in two sessions. Learners must attend both sessions. All skill levels are welcome.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Downers Grove has 68 confirmed Sears Kit Homes and many other homes over 100 years old. Learn how to research your home's history, including some tips and tricks, and the best sources for your search.

Wed, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us at Goldfinger Brewing Company to discuss Hard by a Great Forest by Leo Vardiashvili. Books are available at the ATS desk one month before each discussion. For those 21 and over.
This event is full

Fri, Nov 08, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Drop in for contemporary board games. Learn a new game or bring your own!

Mon, Nov 11, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room North (Max Capacity 50)
Novice to professional writers meet to read, discuss, and enjoy each other’s work. All genres, styles, and writers welcome.

Mon, Nov 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room B (Max Capacity 10)
Literacy DuPage will host a weekly ESL conversation group! Join to socialize and practice your English speaking skills.

Tue, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Explore the options you (or your parents) have as you age, including moving, downsizing, and transitioning to a retirement community.

Tue, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Celebrate Dinovember by felting your own wool-felt diplodocus! All supplies provided.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 29 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Training Room
Learn camera basics and editing with Photoshop software in two sessions. Learners must attend both sessions. All skill levels are welcome.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room B (Max Capacity 10)
We'll discuss Witch King by Martha Wells. Books are available at the Adult and Teen Services Desk one month before each discussion.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Adult Study Room 4 (Max Capacity 6)
Need help or have questions about signing up for Public Aid benefits, insurance through MarketPlace. or Access DuPage? Sign up to meet with someone from the DuPage County Health Department
Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, Nov 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Learn how to support the LGBTQ+ community by exploring acts of everyday allyship and advocacy.

Fri, Nov 15, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Drop in for contemporary board games. Learn a new game or bring your own!

Sat, Nov 16, All day
First Floor Lobby
Bring donations for the library's free pantry, The Cupboard, which supports housing & food-insecure community members. Click for a list of items accepted/not accepted. Donate in the lobby.

Sun, Nov 17, All day
First Floor Lobby
Bring donations for the library's free pantry, The Cupboard, which supports housing & food-insecure community members. Click for a list of items accepted/not accepted. Donate in the lobby.

Mon, Nov 18, All day
Register to pick up a kit of supplies and complete the project on your own time. In November, make your own book page wall art.
Registration opens Monday, November 4 2024 at 9:00am

Mon, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Have fun exploring the movie's creation including how the script evolved, how the cast was chosen, and the challenges that were overcome with historian Leslie Goddard.
This event is full

Mon, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Training Room
Learn how to post text and pictures. A general overview of privacy settings will also be presented.

Mon, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Participants will have the opportunity to explore simple meditation techniques designed to enhance both personal and professional well-being.

Mon, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room A (Max Capacity 16)
Literacy DuPage will host a weekly ESL conversation group! Join to socialize and practice your English speaking skills.

Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Training Room
Learn how to create data entry forms, link data between worksheets, and employ conditional formatting. Prerequisite: Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2016 or equivalent.

Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holiday season. He will be joined in conversation by Monica Eng, award-winning Chicago journalist.
Register

Thu, Nov 21, 9:30am - 11:00am
501 55th Pl, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Walk around Barth Pond while discussing A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith. Books will be available at the Adult & Teen Services Desk one month before the discussion.

Thu, Nov 21, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Please drop gently used puzzles and board games off at the Adult and Teen Services Desk on the second floor.

Thu, Nov 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Learn how to recognize the common signs of Alzheimer's in yourself and others and the next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor, with the Alzheimer's Association.

Fri, Nov 22, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Drop in for contemporary board games. Learn a new game or bring your own!

Fri, Nov 22, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Please drop gently used puzzles and board games off at the Adult and Teen Services Desk on the second floor.

Sat, Nov 23, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Take a look through our donated puzzles and board games to find a new to you item! Participants are not required to donate supplies to attend the exchange.

Sun, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room North (Max Capacity 50)
One of Chicago area’s premier men’s choruses performs a cappella barbershop favorites. It’s repertoire includes barbershop, jazz, pop, show tunes and a wide selection of holiday favorites.

Mon, Nov 25, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room North (Max Capacity 50)
Novice to professional writers meet to read, discuss, and enjoy each other’s work. All genres, styles, and writers welcome.

Mon, Nov 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room B (Max Capacity 10)
Literacy DuPage will host a weekly ESL conversation group! Join to socialize and practice your English speaking skills.