Worth Public Library District

Movie Matinee: Wish
2024-03-27 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Spring break is the perfect time for popcorn and a movie. Just drop in!

Itty Bitty Playgroup
2024-03-28 14:15 - 14:45, 2024-04-04 14:15 - 14:45, 2024-04-11 14:15 - 14:45, 2024-04-18 14:15 - 14:45, 2024-04-25 14:15 - 14:45, 2024-05-02 14:15 - 14:45
Meet up at the Worth Library for a playdate! Lots of educational toys and fun for children ages 5 and under. Just drop in!

Trail Tale at Homerding Park
2024-04-01 - 2024-04-30
For the month of April, the Worth Park District and the Worth Public Library District invite you to walk our Trail Tale at Homerding Park. We’ve put the picture book Don’t Touch That Flower! by Alice Hemming on display so that as you walk the path from the parking lot to the playground, you will be able to read a story as a family. At the end, scan the QR code and fill out our quick survey for the chance to win a collection of our Trail Tale books!

Books with Ms. Bonny
2024-04-02 10:30 - 11:00, 2024-04-09 10:30 - 11:00, 2024-04-16 10:30 - 11:00, 2024-04-23 10:30 - 11:00, 2024-04-30 10:30 - 11:00, 2024-05-07 10:30 - 11:00
Enjoy weekly storytime with Ms. Bonny! Stories, activities and art for ages 2-5. Older and younger siblings are welcome. No registration necessary, just drop in.

Family Photos at the Library
2024-04-06 11:00 - 13:00
Put on your best matching outfits and join us for a Springtime treat! Joanna Szczepaniak Photography will be on hand to take family photos with our Spring Backdrop. Each family will sign up for a 5 minute time slot and will be sent 2 digital images after the event. Space is extremely limited. Registration opens March 15th.
To register email ysreg@worthlibrary.com or call 708-448-2855.

Eclipse Watching Party
2024-04-08 12:30 - 15:00
All ages are welcome for our eclipse viewing party. We will have eclipse glasses, crafts, and activities while we wait to see how much of the eclipse we can see. Drop in with the whole family!

Make Your Own Lava Lamp
2024-04-09 16:00 - 17:00
Kids of all ages, try your hand at making your own lava lamp using simple ingredients in this fun science project. Just drop in.

Jello Mold Taste Off
2024-04-10 12:00 - 14:00
Sweet, savory, both?! The jello mold desserts of the 1960’s are the star of the show during this quirky taste off event. Vote for the best, weirdest, most nostalgic and more! Want to bring in a jello mold for tasting? Give us a call to sign up your dish for judging.

An Evening with Jane Austen
2024-04-11 18:00 - 19:00
Jane Austen visits you from the autumn of 1815. Her first three novels, Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, and Mansfield Park are published, and Emma is complete. Jane visits with you at this, the most vibrant and hopeful time of her life. Drawing from her letters, juvenilia, and novels, this 45-minute performance delves into the personal life of one of the most beloved and intriguing novelists of the 19th century. Call 708-448-2855 to register.
Funds (in whole/part) for this program were provided through a Library CARES award from AgeOptions through funding from the American Rescue Plan Act via the Illinois Department on Aging.

5th Grade and Under Bingo
2024-04-12 15:30 - 16:30
Play Bingo with friends and win prizes. Just walk in! First come, first served.

The Haunted Titanic
2024-04-15 18:00 - 19:00
On the 112th anniversary of the Titanic’s fateful ship crossing, join local historian Bob Trzeciak as he walks you through the history, the lasting impact, and why it has remained a fascination for all of those 112 years. Call 708-448-2855 to register.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover Storytime
2024-04-16 16:00 - 16:30
Bring your stuffy friend to the Library to enjoy a fun storytime together before leaving your buddy at the library overnight to get into some mischief! Pick your pal up the following day and see photos of all the shenanigans they get into during their stay at the library. Ages 4-10

Family Music Lessons
2024-04-17 16:30 - 17:30, 2024-04-24 16:30 - 17:30, 2024-05-01 16:30 - 17:30
Local musician Tommy Joe will be on hand to teach your family the basics of guitar, ukulele, or piano. Come to each class in the series or just one! If you have an instrument, you are welcome to bring your own. A limited amount of ukuleles will be available for check out and use. Space is limited. To register email ysreg@worthlibrary.com or call 708-448-2855.

Donuts with Grownups
2024-04-20 10:30 - 11:15
Come one, come all! Bring your littles for a morning of stories, songs, crafts, and of course, donuts. Ages 3-8 with caregiver. Just drop in.

Historical Photo Exhibit Opening Night
2024-04-23 18:00 - 19:00
Library Board Vice-President and local history buff Rachel Berlinski has curated a collection of historical photographs of the library over the years to showcase the ever changing library landscape in town. Join us for cake at the unveiling of our new art installation.

Build It Up Lego Club
2024-04-25 15:45 - 16:30
Come for building fun! Title your imaginative creation and put it on display. Ages 6-10. To register email ysreg@worthlibrary.com or call 708-448-2855.

Budding Duplo Builders
2024-04-26 13:00 - 13:45
Build and create something amazing! Show off your creation in the kids’ department. Ages 3-5 with Caregivers. To register email ysreg@worthlibrary.com or call 708-448-2855.

It's a Derby Party!
2024-05-04 11:00 - 13:00
It’s May which means it’s time for the Kentucky Derby! Join us, as we have some mocktails, watch the race and award the Best Derby Hat.
