Chicago Heights Public Library

Join us for a beginner-friendly knitting class to learn the basics in a relaxed, creative setting, craft by hand, connect with others, and enjoy the process—everyone is welcome./ Únase a nosotros en una clase de tejido para principiantes para aprender los conceptos básicos en un ambiente relajado y creativo, hacer manualidades a mano, conectarse con otros y disfrutar del proceso—¡todos son bienvenidos!

Local Event: Beginners Knitting Class

Cook County

Chicago Heights

Illinois

Beginners Knitting Class

Join us for a beginner-friendly knitting class to learn the basics in a relaxed, creative setting, craft by hand, connect with...

Story Time! Enjoy exciting tales, learn new words, and make new friends in a fun, cozy setting./¡Hora de cuentos! Disfruta relatos emocionantes, aprende nuevas palabras y haz nuevos amigos en un ambiente divertido y acogedor.

Local Event: Story & Craft

Story & Craft

Story Time! Enjoy exciting  tales, learn new words, and make new friends in a fun, cozy setting./¡Hora de cuentos! Disfruta...

Seniors are invited to join us for an engaging morning of bingo, filled with great company and a welcoming atmosphere. Relax, have fun, and enjoy the chance to win exciting prizes—we look forward to seeing you there./!Se invita a los adultos mayores a mañana a nosotros para una tarde entretenida de bingo, llena de buena compañía y un ambiente acogedor. Relájese, diviértase y disfrute la oportunidad de ganar premios emocionantes; ¡esperamos verlo allí!

Local Event: Senior Bingo

Senior Bingo

Seniors are invited to join us for an engaging morning of bingo, filled with great company and a welcoming atmosphere. Relax,...

Bring your little ones to Fizz Fridays for an afternoon of bubbly fun, hands-on creativity, and tasty creations! Kids will enjoy exciting activities, make delicious treats, and have a fizz-tastic time with friends. We can't wait to see you there!¡Trae a los más pequeños a Fizz Fridays para disfrutar de una tarde llena de diversión burbujeante, creatividad práctica y deliciosas creaciones! Los niños participarán en actividades emocionantes, prepararán ricos bocadillos y se lo pasarán en grande con sus amigos. ¡Estamos deseando verlos allí!**

Local Event: Fizz Friday

Fizz Friday

Bring your little ones to Fizz Fridays for an afternoon of bubbly fun, hands-on creativity, and tasty creations! Kids will...

Join us for a special Grandparents’ Day Crafting Event, where grandparents and grandchildren can spend quality time together creating something meaningful and memorable!
This fun-filled gathering is an opportunity for families to bond, laugh, create, and make lasting memories. Grandparents and grandchildren will work together on a special craft they can treasure as a reminder of their time spent together.
After crafting, everyone is invited to relax and enjoy refreshments and conversation together. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate the special connection between grandparents and grandchildren while creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Come ready to create, connect, and celebrate! Bring your smiles, creativity, and your favorite grandparent or grandchild for a day filled with love, laughter, and memories.

Local Event: Grandparents’ Day Crafting Event

Grandparents’ Day Crafting Event

Join us for a special Grandparents’ Day Crafting Event, where grandparents and grandchildren can spend quality time together...

Get creative and make your locker totally your own! In this Teen Makers workshop, you’ll design and create a DIY acrylic magnetic locker frame that shows off your personality and style. Choose your colors, decorations, and favorite details to create a one-of-a-kind frame you can take home or use to personalize your locker.
No artistic experience needed—just bring your creativity and get ready to make something awesome!

Local Event: Teen Makers: DIY Acrylic Magnetic Locker Frames

Teen Makers: DIY Acrylic Magnetic Locker Frames

Get creative and make your locker totally your own! In this Teen Makers workshop, you’ll design and create a DIY acrylic...

Join this beginner-friendly class designed for older adults who want to build confidence using computers and the internet at a comfortable pace. Participants will learn essential skills like emailing, web browsing, and social media, with support provided through the Age Options Grant and the Northstar Digital Literacy Program./Únase a esta clase amigable para principiantes diseñada para adultos mayores que desean desarrollar confianza en el uso de computadoras e internet a un ritmo cómodo. Los participantes aprenderán habilidades esenciales como enviar correos electrónicos, navegar por la web y usar redes sociales, con apoyo proporcionado a través de la Subvención Age Options y el Programa de Alfabetización Digital Northstar.

Local Event: Senior Computer Basics Class

Senior Computer Basics Class

Join this beginner-friendly class designed for older adults who want to build confidence using computers and the internet at a...

Join our Adult Spades and Bid Whist Club for an engaging and social card-playing experience in a welcoming environment. Enjoy friendly competition, connect with others, and sharpen your skills each week./Únete a nuestro Club de Spades y Bid Whist para adultos para una experiencia de juego de cartas atractiva y social en un ambiente acogedor. Disfruta de una competencia amistosa, conecta con otros y mejora tus habilidades cada semana.

Local Event: Adult Spades/Bid-Whist Club

Adult Spades/Bid-Whist Club

Join our Adult Spades and Bid Whist Club for an engaging and social card-playing experience in a welcoming environment. Enjoy...

Join us for a relaxing and accessible form of yoga that’s ideal for all ages, fitness levels, and those with limited mobility. Chair yoga offers a gentle, seated practice that helps improve flexibility, strength, and overall well-being./Únase a nosotros para una forma de yoga relajante y accesible que es ideal para todas las edades, niveles de condición física y personas con movilidad limitada.

Local Event: Senior Chair Yoga

Senior Chair Yoga

Join us for a relaxing and accessible form of yoga that’s ideal for all ages, fitness levels, and those with limited mobility....

We'll be reading a variety of adult fiction novels each month. Stop into the library to pick up your copy and leave your email for ZOOM invite./Cada mes leeremos una variedad de novelas de ficción para adultos. Pásate por la biblioteca para recoger tu ejemplar y deja tu correo electrónico para recibir la invitación a la reunión de Zoom.

Local Event: Virtual Book Club

Virtual Book Club

We'll be reading a variety of adult fiction novels each month. Stop into the library to pick up your copy and leave your email...

Join us for a fun and creative Cookies &amp; Canvas experience! Participants will paint their own masterpiece on canvas while enjoying a beautifully decorated cookie inspired by the same theme. It's the perfect blend of art, creativity, and a delicious sweet treat for all ages. We can't wait to create with you!¡Únete a nosotros para disfrutar de una experiencia divertida y creativa de «Cookies &amp; Canvas»! Los participantes pintarán su propia obra maestra sobre lienzo mientras degustan una galleta bellamente decorada, inspirada en la misma temática. Es la combinación perfecta de arte, creatividad y un delicioso dulce para todas las edades. ¡Estamos deseando crear contigo!

Local Event: Cookies and Canvas

Cookies and Canvas

Join us for a fun and creative Cookies & Canvas experience! Participants will paint their own masterpiece on canvas while...

Celebrate Mexican Independence Day at the library! Enjoy crafts, tasty treats, and fun activities while learning about Mexico’s rich culture and traditions. All are welcome!¡Celebra el Día de la Independencia de México en la biblioteca! Disfruta de manualidades, deliciosos bocadillos y actividades divertidas mientras aprendes sobre la rica cultura y las tradiciones de México. ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

Local Event: Mexican Independence Day Celebration

Mexican Independence Day Celebration

Celebrate Mexican Independence Day at the library! Enjoy crafts, tasty treats, and fun activities while learning about Mexico’s...

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For thousands of older adults across Illinois, a knock at the door is more than just a food delivery—it is a vital lifeline. At Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois (MOWFNI), we are dedicated to helping our senior neighbors live independently, safely, and with dignity in the homes they love. We achieve this through nutritious food, wellness checks, and the power of human connection, but we cannot do it alone. The Power of Our Volunteers Our volunteers are the heartbeat of MOWFNI. If you have just two hours a week to spare, you can make a profound difference. Delivering meals fits seamlessly into a midday routine or lunch break. As a volunteer driver, you do far more than hand over a meal; you provide a friendly smile, a warm conversation, and a crucial safety check for a senior who might not see anyone else that day. We offer flexible scheduling that allows you to volunteer weekly, monthly, or as part of a team with coworkers or friends. Our Core Programs: Home-Delivered Meals: We provide hot, dietitian-approved meals delivered directly to the doorsteps of those who cannot cook or shop for themselves. Community Cafes: Beyond home delivery, our vibrant Community Cafes offer a welcoming space for active older adults to gather, enjoy a delicious lunch, socialize, and build meaningful friendships that combat senior isolation. Make a Local Impact Today When you support or volunteer with MOWFNI, you are directly investing in the health and happiness of older adults right here in our neighborhood. Whether you are looking to give back during retirement, connect with your community, or get your local business involved in a meaningful cause, there is a place for you in our volunteer family. Join us in delivering more than a meal. Visit mowfni.org/volunteer-sign-up to fill out a brief volunteer application, or call us today to learn how you can start changing lives—one hour, one smile, and one senior at a time.

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