Star Wars Day 2017: Force-Related Events At Northbrook Library

NORTHBROOK, IL — A full day of family-friendly force-related activities are planned Saturday at the Northbrook Public Library for Star Wars Day 2017.

It coincides with the release of the latest and eighth installment in the franchise's main storyline, "Star Wars: The Last Jedi."

The library encourages fans of all ages to come in costume to celebrate the new film and take part in fun events, including a trivia contest, stunt training and a film screening.

Check out the full schedule of events below:

Cantina + Photo Booth

• Enjoy light refreshments and snap a picture.
• 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Lobby

BB-8 Maze

• Try out a BB-8 themed maze on the third floor.
• 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Fiction & Media Department

Crafts

• "Create your own pool noodle lightsaber, Chewbacca puppet, or Yoda puppet mask." Available while supplies last.
• 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., YS Activity Room & Teen Loft

E.D.G.E. Theater Force Workshop (Age 7-Adult)

• "How much of the force is real and how much is just pretend? Join international stuntman Orion Couling as he explores the force and the illusion of magic on stage for fight scenes like you would see in your favorite movies and video games." Space is limited; registration is required.
• 11-11:45 a.m., Pollak Room

Trivia Contest

• You and a team could win AMC gift cards to see the new film in this test of Star Wars knowledge.
• 1-2:00 p.m., Pollak Room

Star Wars: The Force Awakens

• Watch the 2015 prequel to the new release, The Last Jedi.
• 2-4:30 p.m., Auditorium

» via Northbrook Public Library

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