Worth Public Library District

Slime Making
2025-02-24 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago)
We are going to make all the slime! Parents, leave the mess in the library and have your kids join us for this after school creation time. To register email ysreg@worthlibrary.com or call 708-448-2855.

Arabic Storytime with Ms. Manal / وقت القصة العربية مع السيدة منال
2025-02-22 10:30 - 11:00
Thanks to grant funding thru RAILS, we are excited to now offer storytimes in our Community Languages. Join us for one or all of them! Geared towards ages 3-8, but siblings are welcome to enjoy stories, songs, and a craft. To register email ysreg@worthlibrary.com or call 708-448-2855.

Budding Duplo Builders
2025-02-21 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.

Build It Up Lego Club
2025-02-20 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.

Itty Bitty Playgroup
2025-02-20 14:15 - 14:45, 2025-02-13 14:15 - 14:45, 2025-02-06 14:15 - 14:45, 2025-01-30 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.

Spice of the Month Club
2025-02-19 08:00 - 17:00
Explore a world of flavor from the comfort of your home. Each month we will explore new spices, their history, and how to use them. Kits available while supplies last. Pick up yours starting on the first Monday of the month!
May: Thyme

Ghost & Gangsters with Bob T.
2025-02-18 18:30 - 19:30
Chicago is known worldwide for a colorful gangster past, starting during the 1920s and 30s with murder and mayhem down every alleyway. Gangster interactions became an everyday occurrence, with gangland shootings dominating news headlines from Chicago’s finest hotels, speakeasies, and mysterious sidewalks. Although the activity has since quieted down… it’s still alive, whether you want to believe it or not. Join Bob T on Feb 18 at 6:30 as he tells stories of gangsters who just can’t seem to rest

Books with Ms. Bonny
2025-02-18 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-02-11 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-02-04 10:30 - 11:00
Enjoy weekly story time with Ms. Bonny! Stories, activities and art for ages 2-5. Older and younger siblings are welcome. No registration necessary, just drop in.

No School STEM
2025-02-17 15:30 - 16:30
Days off of school are no problem with our STEM programs. Grades K-5. To register email ysreg@worthlibrary.com or call 708-448-2855.
February 17th – 3:30pm: What Floats Your Boat Challenge

Ageless Grace
2025-02-17 13:00 - 14:00
Ageless Grace® is a fun and playful brain health exercise program practiced to upbeat music while seated in the chair. This innovative program is composed of 21 tools or exercises. We lubricate our joints, strengthen our muscles, exercise our brains and tickle our funny bones! Come and experience timeless fitness for the body and brain™. Call 708-448-2855 to register.

Fifth Grade & Under Bingo
2025-02-14 15:30 - 16:30
Play Bingo with friends and win prizes. Just walk in! First come, first served.

Bingo with Bob
2025-02-14 12:00 - 13:00
Fun, snacks, and prizes! Our guest Bingo caller is Bob Trzeciak. Bob is a local Historian who has presented several historical presentations at the Worth Public Library. Bob will be calling the Bingo numbers with some trivia, funny facts, and amusing stories. Call 708-448-2855 to register.

Love Stories from History: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly!
2025-02-13 18:00 - 19:30
Award-winning romantic comedy filmmaker Lorrisa Julianus shares true stories to delight and entertain, whether Cupid is your bestie or a frenemy. From the happily-ever-after that Cleopatra’s daughter found with an African prince to the next-level stalking antics of Lord Byron’s exes, the course of historical love never did run smooth! Call 708-448-2855 to register.

Third & Fourth Grade Bookclub
2025-02-12 15:45 - 16:30
Third and fourth graders are welcome to sign up for reading, activities, and fun! To register email ysreg@worthlibrary.com or call 708-448-2855.

Stitch & Sip
2025-02-12 11:00 - 12:00
Bring your current needlework, knitting, or crochet project and enjoy the company of other crafters over tea and cookies.

Board Meeting
2025-02-11 19:00 - 20:00

Lunch & Learn: Feed Your Head: The Power Of Food Choices On Brain Health
2025-02-11 13:00 - 14:30
Hippocrates wrote, “let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” Plan to attend this program presented by Cindy Nissen, RN,MSN. Cindy will explore how our food choices can boost our brain function and our mood. Some choices may reduce our risk for Alzheimer’s Disease. Learn how to incorporate brain foods into your daily meal plan and have fun at the same time. Light brain healthy snacks will be served. Call 708-448-2855 to register.

Donuts with Grownups
2025-02-08 10:30 - 11:00
Come one, come all! Bring your littles for a morning of stories, songs, crafts, and of course, donuts. Ages 3-8 with caregiver.

Worth Watching
2025-02-07 13:00 - 15:30
Just drop in to join us for a movie and fresh popped popcorn!
February 7, 1pm: It Ends With Us (130 minutes, PG-13)

Pajama Storytime
2025-02-06 18:00 - 18:30
Join Ms. Olivia in your most comfy pjs (you can even bring a stuffie friend) for an evening storytime to get you ready for bed.

Valentine's Card Making
2025-02-05 15:30 - 16:30
Kids of all ages, drop in to make Valentine’s Day cards for everyone on your list. We’ll have the supplies, you bring the imagination!

Spice of the Month Club
2025-02-03 - 2025-02-05
Explore a world of flavor from the comfort of your home. Each month we will explore new spices, their history, and how to use them. Kits available while supplies last. Pick up yours starting on the first Monday of the month!
February: Oregano

Make and Take
2025-02-03 - 2025-02-05
Each month a new kit will be available for pickup at the Circulation Desk. Limited quantities available on a first come-first serve basis. Worth cardholders have priority for pickup on Monday and Tuesday; all other patrons are able to pick up starting on Wednesday. Must checkout item to receive craft kit.
February 3: Valentine Votive

Make Your Own
2025-02-03
Pick up a take and make craft from Ms. Bonny to take home and create on your own time. Kids must checkout item to receive craft kit. Grades 4-8.
February 3: Valentines Day Hanging

Elmo's Birthday Party
2025-02-01 11:00 - 12:00
It’s everyone’s favorite red muppet’s birthday and it’s time to celebrate! Join us for cake, crafts, activities and a special guest! Recommended age: 4-8 years To register email ysreg@worthlibrary.com or call 708-448-2855.
