The Studio: Orientation

Acrylic Wine Glass Charms - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Apr 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - Media Lab

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Media Lab equipment, software, and policies. Patrons may book time in the lab for projects after completing this orientation.

Registration is now closed

Drop-in Help Desk

Sat, Apr 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

Volunteers from Maine South’s Key Club will be available for tech questions related to smartphones and tablets ONLY. Questions related to Library downloadables are also welcome.

Sat, Apr 04, 10:15am - 10:45am

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Just in time for Easter! Learn how to use the laser cutter to create Acrylic Wine Glass Charms!

Registration is now closed

Acrylic Wine Glass Charms - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Apr 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Just in time for Easter! Learn how to use the laser cutter to create Acrylic Wine Glass Charms!

Registration is now closed

Acrylic Wine Glass Charms - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Apr 04, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Just in time for Easter! Learn how to use the laser cutter to create Acrylic Wine Glass Charms!

Registration is now closed

Acrylic Wine Glass Charms - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Apr 04, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Just in time for Easter! Learn how to use the laser cutter to create Acrylic Wine Glass Charms!

Registration is now closed

Acrylic Wine Glass Charms - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Apr 04, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Just in time for Easter! Learn how to use the laser cutter to create Acrylic Wine Glass Charms!

Registration is now closed

Acrylic Wine Glass Charms - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Apr 04, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Just in time for Easter! Learn how to use the laser cutter to create Acrylic Wine Glass Charms!

Registration is now closed

Acrylic Wine Glass Charms - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Apr 04, 3:15pm - 3:45pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Just in time for Easter! Learn how to use the laser cutter to create Acrylic Wine Glass Charms!

Registration is now closed

Acrylic Wine Glass Charms - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Apr 04, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Just in time for Easter! Learn how to use the laser cutter to create Acrylic Wine Glass Charms!

Registration is now closed

Library Closed

Sun, Apr 05, All day

Park Ridge Public Library

The Library is closed today.

Teen Take & Create: Raincloud - Grades 6-12

Mon, Apr 06, All day

Park Ridge Public Library - Teen Loft

Stop by the Loft to pick up a bag of supplies, then take your kit home, or work on it in the Library!

SCORE Small Business Mentoring - by phone or virtually

Mon, Apr 06, All day

Park Ridge Public Library

Take advantage of free, confidential business mentoring sessions by phone or virtually.

Mon, Apr 06, 9:30am - 10:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Ticket required. Snuggle, bounce, and bond with your little one in this lap sit program for babies. Circle time is followed by time to play with age-appropriate toys and time to socialize.

T(w)een Crochet 101 - Grades 6-12

Mon, Apr 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Ticket required. Snuggle, bounce, and bond with your little one in this lap sit program for babies. Circle time is followed by time to play with age-appropriate toys and time to socialize.

Mon, Apr 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Join us to learn all you need to know to get started on your crochet journey! Librarian and crochet artist Lyanne Pearson will lead you through the steps.

Busy Bees Story and Playtime - Ages 1-3 with caregiver

Tue, Apr 07, 9:30am - 9:55am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Fun stories, lively rhymes and plenty of silliness, this Storytime is perfect for 2 & 3 year olds who have aged out of Busy Bees!

Tue, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Read, sing, and play at this story and play time for toddlers! A shortened version of our traditional storytime will be followed by time to play with age-appropriate toys.

K-Pop Demon Hunters Fan Party - Grades 3 - 5

Tue, Apr 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Learn how to transform an old hardcover book into a beautiful vase ready for a silk or dried floral arrangement. Limit 4 people per class.

This event is full

Tue, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Come craft, sing and play with activities inspired by your favorite demon-hunting idols!

This event is full

Tue, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Studio equipment, software, and policies. Patrons must complete this orientation before booking appointments in The Studio.

Senior Homeowners Seminar

Tue, Apr 07, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Media Lab

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Media Lab equipment, software, and policies. Patrons may book time in the lab for projects after completing this orientation.

Tue, Apr 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Dan Werdell of Rate Mortgage returns to advise older homeowners on financing options, including reverse mortgages.

Pre-K Storytime - Ages 3-5 with caregiver

Wed, Apr 08, 9:30am - 9:55am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Fun stories, lively rhymes and plenty of silliness, this Storytime is perfect for 2 & 3 year olds who have aged out of Busy Bees!

Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Join us for stories in all shapes and sizes that are sure to engage and entertain your preschoolers.

Genealogy 101

Wed, Apr 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

Are you interested in exploring your family tree but don't know where to start? Join us for tips on where to begin and explore the library's digital genealogy resources. Limit 10.

Why I Love Horror: A Conversation with Local Horror Authors

Wed, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Join Sun and Moon instructor Joan McGee for this gentle yoga class. Stretch, breathe, and meditate your way to renewed energy. No experience necessary!

Wed, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Join Becky Siegel Spratford, author of Why I Love Horror: Essays on Horror Literature, and Michael Allen Rose, author and editor, for a conversation with local horror authors.

Busy Bees Story and Playtime - Ages 1-3 with caregiver

Thu, Apr 09, 9:30am - 10:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Read, sing, and play at this story and play time for toddlers! A shortened version of our traditional storytime will be followed by time to play with age-appropriate toys.

Laser Cut Wind Chime - Laser Cutter 201 (Intermediate)

Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Studio equipment, software, and policies. Patrons must complete this orientation before booking appointments in The Studio.

Brain Boosters

Thu, Apr 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Keep your brain sharp and reconnect with your neighbors in this interactive, collaborative program of brain puzzles and discussion starters. Limit 30.

Thu, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Brighten up your garden with a custom laser-cut wind chime made from found objects for decoration and sound!

This event is full

Archiving Your Photos, Slides and Negatives

Thu, Apr 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Media Lab

Take those boxes of old photos, slides, and negatives and digitize them. Limit 3 people per session. Open to Park Ridge Library cardholders only.

Budgeting and Savings Basics - Financial Fitness

Thu, Apr 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - No Location

Ryan Decker breaks down the basics of personal finance: budgeting and introductory saving and investment strategies.

Laser Cut Wind Chime - Laser Cutter 201 (Intermediate)

Fri, Apr 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Brighten up your garden with a custom laser-cut wind chime made from found objects for decoration and sound!

This event is full

Family Story Stretchers - Families with kids ages 4 - 7

Sat, Apr 11, 10:00am - 10:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - Media Lab

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Media Lab equipment, software, and policies. Patrons may book time in the lab for projects after completing this orientation.

Sat, Apr 11, 10:00am - 10:45am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Gather your family and roll out your yoga mat for a story and some stretches! We will do poses inspired by our picture book, and practice breathing techniques and relaxation.

RPG & Board Game Club - Grades 6-12

Sun, Apr 12, 1:00pm - 4:45pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Teen gamers, unite! Join an RPG adventure or explore various exciting tabletop games with other passionate players (no experience required).

Registration opens Sunday, April 5 2026 at 1:00pm

Bubbles & Bounce - Ages 0-14 months with caregiver

Mon, Apr 13, 10:00am - 10:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Ticket required. Bouncing songs, gentle movement, and bubbles make this playful program perfect for babies and their caregivers!

Dementia Caregivers Support Group

Mon, Apr 13, 10:00am - 11:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

Join the Center of Concern at the Library for a safe place to learn, exchange strategies, and meet other caregivers coping with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. Light refreshments will be served.

Chess Scholars - Grades K - 8

Mon, Apr 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Learn chess basics or improve your skills with Chess Scholars. Each class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time.

Buying a Home: The Basics - Financial Fitness

Mon, Apr 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - No Location

Owning a home takes a lot of time, money, and energy, so not only is it important to be educated about the process, but also about home ownership.

Mother Goose and Friends Storytime - Ages 2-5 with caregiver

Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Join us for this special storytime filled with nursery rhymes, songs, and stories featuring Mother Goose and her storybook friends!

Petra Van Nuis & Andy Brown - Concert

Tue, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Jazz vocalist Petra van Nuis returns with guitarist Andy Brown for a concert of jazz favorites.

Tue, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Studio equipment, software, and policies. Patrons must complete this orientation before booking appointments in The Studio.

Book Discussion: AUTOMATIC NOODLE by Annalee Newitz - Fiction - Virtual

Tue, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Media Lab

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Media Lab equipment, software, and policies. Patrons may book time in the lab for projects after completing this orientation.

Tue, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - No Location

After a war devastates San Francisco, a band of retired robots revives a noodle restaurant to comfort the local humans.

Library Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole Meeting

Tue, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Library Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole Monthly Meeting

Adult & Tot Yoga - Ages 3-5 with caregiver

Wed, Apr 15, 10:00am - 10:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Stretch, play and connect with your little yogi in this fun-filled class. Twisted Tree Yoga Studio will help you and your little one de-stress and refocus your energy.

Move & Groove with Twisted Tree Yoga - Ages 2 and up with caregiver

Wed, Apr 15, 10:45am - 11:15am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Ticket required. This fun class will help tots develop coordination and self-expression through movement and music.

Smartphone Basics

Wed, Apr 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

Learn the basics of using your touchscreen device such as screen navigation, essential functions and applications, and more. Bring your own tablet or smartphone device. Limit 10.

Book Discussion: THERE ARE RIVERS IN THE SKY by Elif Shafak - Fiction

Wed, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Join Sun and Moon instructor Joan McGee for this gentle yoga class. Stretch, breathe, and meditate your way to renewed energy. No experience necessary!

Wed, Apr 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

Stretching from Mesopotamia to London, a trio of characters living in the shadow of one of the greatest epic poems (The Epic of Gilgamesh) of all time.

This event is full

DAR Genealogy Assistance

Thu, Apr 16, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library

Representatives of the 21st Star Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) are available to answer your genealogy questions. No registration required.

Developmental Speech Language Playgroup - w/ Assential Therapies | Ages 18 mos - 3 yrs and caregiver

Thu, Apr 16, 9:30am - 10:15am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Ticket required. This developmental playgroup uses playtime to promote language development and social skills in a supportive setting.

Thu, Apr 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Studio equipment, software, and policies. Patrons must complete this orientation before booking appointments in The Studio.

Laser Cut Wind Chime - Laser Cutter 201 (Intermediate)

Thu, Apr 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Learn how to transform an old hardcover book into a beautiful vase ready for a silk or dried floral arrangement. Limit 4 people per class.

This event is full

Thu, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Brighten up your garden with a custom laser-cut wind chime made from found objects for decoration and sound!

This event is full

Converting Home Videos to Digital

Thu, Apr 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Media Lab

Learn the steps to convert your old VHS home videos to DVD. Limit 3 people per session. Open to Park Ridge Library cardholders only.

Virtual Author Talk: Cristina Henriquez - Illinois Libraries Present

Thu, Apr 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - No Location

Join bestselling author Cristina Henríquez for a compelling conversation. Henríquez’s newest book, The Great Divide, is a moving exploration of the people who constructed the Panama Canal.

Kenneth Brown Ransley: Original Park Ridge Artist

Thu, Apr 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Join Dr. Maria Hrycelak to learn about one of the original pioneers of the Park Ridge Art Colony in the early 1900s. In partnership with the Kalo Foundation.

Friday Morning Coffee Club: GHOSTS OF STONEHENGE

Fri, Apr 17, 10:00am - 11:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Viewers will learn intimate details of the Stonehenge people and why their power began to fade soon after they raised the mighty stones. Limit 40.

T(w)een Paint: Cat Party - Grades 6-12

Fri, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Unleash your inner artist (and a little attitude 😼) at this follow-along painting class!

Dave DiNaso's Traveling World of Reptiles - Families

Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 10:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - Media Lab

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Media Lab equipment, software, and policies. Patrons may book time in the lab for projects after completing this orientation.

Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 10:45am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Tickets required. Join us for an up-close, hands-on presentation featuring reptiles and amphibians from around the world!

SCORE Small Business Mentoring - by phone or virtually

Mon, Apr 20, All day

Park Ridge Public Library

Take advantage of free, confidential business mentoring sessions by phone or virtually.

Mon, Apr 20, 9:30am - 10:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Ticket required. Snuggle, bounce, and bond with your little one in this lap sit program for babies. Circle time is followed by time to play with age-appropriate toys and time to socialize.

Eco Challenge - Grades 3 - 5

Mon, Apr 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Ticket required. Snuggle, bounce, and bond with your little one in this lap sit program for babies. Circle time is followed by time to play with age-appropriate toys and time to socialize.

Park Ridge Page Pals

Mon, Apr 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

Adults 18+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities are invited to read and socialize in this book club led by Kelly Mayer.

Mon, Apr 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Celebrate Earth Day with a rousing round of recycling bingo. Then show our planet some love by making an upcycled planter.

Basic Digital Photo Editing

Mon, Apr 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Media Lab

Learn common digital file formats for pics, cropping, and basic color correcting. Limit 3 people per session. Open to Park Ridge Library cardholders only.

This event is full

Busy Bees Story and Playtime - Ages 1-3 with caregiver

Tue, Apr 21, 9:30am - 9:55am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Fun stories, lively rhymes and plenty of silliness, this Storytime is perfect for 2 & 3 year olds who have aged out of Busy Bees!

Tue, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Read, sing, and play at this story and play time for toddlers! A shortened version of our traditional storytime will be followed by time to play with age-appropriate toys.

Feature Film: HAMNET (PG-13, 125 min.)

Tue, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 3:05pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

The story of Shakespeare’s wife and children, one of whom inspired his most famous play. Starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Drop in.

Feature Film: HAMNET (PG-13, 125 min.)

Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Studio equipment, software, and policies. Patrons must complete this orientation before booking appointments in The Studio.

Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 8:35pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

The story of Shakespeare’s wife and children, one of whom inspired his most famous play. Starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Drop in.

Retirement Reality - Financial Fitness

Tue, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Media Lab

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Media Lab equipment, software, and policies. Patrons may book time in the lab for projects after completing this orientation.

Tue, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - No Location

CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger, CFP, will join us to walk through the specific steps necessary to get you where you want to go, whether you are just starting off or ready to wind down.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting (@ City Hall)

Tue, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Offsite Location

This meeting takes place in City Council Chambers at City Hall (505 S Butler Pl, Park Ridge, IL 60068)

Pre-K Storytime - Ages 3-5 with caregiver

Wed, Apr 22, 9:30am - 9:55am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Fun stories, lively rhymes and plenty of silliness, this Storytime is perfect for 2 & 3 year olds who have aged out of Busy Bees!

Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Join us for stories in all shapes and sizes that are sure to engage and entertain your preschoolers.

Wed, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Join Sun and Moon instructor Joan McGee for this gentle yoga class. Stretch, breathe, and meditate your way to renewed energy. No experience necessary!

Wed, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 6:45pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Reserve a space to read to a sweet dog from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy; a perfect opportunity for young readers to practice reading skills in a judgement free environment.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 15 2026 at 6:30pm

Wed, Apr 22, 6:45pm - 6:55pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Reserve a space to read to a sweet dog from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy; a perfect opportunity for young readers to practice reading skills in a judgement free environment.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 15 2026 at 6:45pm

Wed, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Learn how to transform an old hardcover book into a beautiful vase ready for a silk or dried floral arrangement. Limit 4 people per class.

This event is full

Wed, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 7:10pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Reserve a space to read to a sweet dog from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy; a perfect opportunity for young readers to practice reading skills in a judgement free environment.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 15 2026 at 7:00pm

Busy Bees Story and Playtime - Ages 1-3 with caregiver

Wed, Apr 22, 7:15pm - 7:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Reserve a space to read to a sweet dog from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy; a perfect opportunity for young readers to practice reading skills in a judgement free environment.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 15 2026 at 7:15pm

Thu, Apr 23, 9:30am - 10:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Read, sing, and play at this story and play time for toddlers! A shortened version of our traditional storytime will be followed by time to play with age-appropriate toys.

Supported Storytime & Craft with Little Steps - Ages 3-6 with caregiver (siblings welcome)

Thu, Apr 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Studio equipment, software, and policies. Patrons must complete this orientation before booking appointments in The Studio.

Thu, Apr 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Ticket required. Hosted by Little Steps Pediatric Therapy, this program targets age-appropriate fine motor and communication skills.

Pigeon Friends Storytime - Grades K - 2 (families welcome)

Thu, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Join us for a feather-filled celebration! Hear fun stories, learn cool pigeon facts, and meet real pigeons up close! Families welcome.

This event is full

Digitizing Audio Cassettes and Records

Thu, Apr 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Media Lab

Learn how to convert your old audio cassette recordings and records to MP3 or CD using the TEAC machine. Limit 3 people per session. Open to Park Ridge Library cardholders only.

Parent Education: AI in the Classroom

Thu, Apr 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Eric Santos of Better Teaching LLC, a leader in education technology, will explore the pros and cons of AI for students and teachers, including the tools already being used in classrooms.

Bilingual Storytime: Polish, Dwujęzyczne opowieści - Ages 2 and up with caregiver

Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 10:20am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Zapraszamy na dwujęzyczne spotkanie z opowieściami, piosenkami i zabawami. Stories, songs and activities will be presented both in Polish and English during this bilingual storytime!

Decorate a Plant Pot - Grades 4-7

Fri, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Grab your creativity and come join us to decorate a plant pot! Grades 4-7.

RPG & Board Game Club - Grades 6-12

Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - Media Lab

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Media Lab equipment, software, and policies. Patrons may book time in the lab for projects after completing this orientation.

Sun, Apr 26, 1:00pm - 4:40pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Teen gamers, unite! Join an RPG adventure or explore various exciting tabletop games with other passionate players (no experience required).

Registration opens Sunday, April 19 2026 at 1:00pm

Mon, Apr 27, 9:30am - 10:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Ticket required. Snuggle, bounce, and bond with your little one in this lap sit program for babies. Circle time is followed by time to play with age-appropriate toys and time to socialize.

Fish of the Caribbean Adventure - Families

Mon, Apr 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Ticket required. Snuggle, bounce, and bond with your little one in this lap sit program for babies. Circle time is followed by time to play with age-appropriate toys and time to socialize.

Mon, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Join The Ocean Adventure to see their amazing underwater video and discover a funny and fascinating look at fish in the colorful Caribbean coral reef environment.

Registration opens Monday, April 6 2026 at 4:00pm

Great White Shark Adventure - Families

Mon, Apr 27, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Join The Ocean Adventure to see their amazing underwater video and learn all about Great White Sharks in this exciting (but not scary) action-packed marine science adventure!

Registration opens Monday, April 6 2026 at 7:00pm

Busy Bees Story and Playtime - Ages 1-3 with caregiver

Tue, Apr 28, 9:30am - 9:55am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Fun stories, lively rhymes and plenty of silliness, this Storytime is perfect for 2 & 3 year olds who have aged out of Busy Bees!

Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Read, sing, and play at this story and play time for toddlers! A shortened version of our traditional storytime will be followed by time to play with age-appropriate toys.

T(w)eens in the Studio: Suncatcher - Grades 6-12

Tue, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Join us and get crafty in the Library's makerspace!

Registration opens Tuesday, April 21 2026 at 4:30pm

Art Masters for Little Learners - Preschool Teachers and Caregivers

Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Studio equipment, software, and policies. Patrons must complete this orientation before booking appointments in The Studio.

Library Pub Quiz

Tue, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - No Location

Do you have a head full of useless facts? Show them off by joining us for Library Pub Quiz. Have a laugh, learn something new, and catch up with your library friends.

This event is full

Tue, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Learn simple, meaningful ways to introduce preschoolers to great artists! In this interactive workshop, you'll learn why this is valuable, as well as several projects inspired by well-known artists.

Registration opens Tuesday, April 7 2026 at 6:30pm

Book Discussion: HOPE DIES LAST by Alan Weisman - Green Reads

Tue, Apr 28, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Media Lab

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Media Lab equipment, software, and policies. Patrons may book time in the lab for projects after completing this orientation.

Tue, Apr 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

From the flooding Marshall Islands to wetlands renewal in Iraq, from the Netherlands to cities and coastlines in the U.S, the stories of humanity battling the heat, the hunger, and the rising tides.

Pre-K Storytime - Ages 3-5 with caregiver

Wed, Apr 29, 9:30am - 9:55am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Fun stories, lively rhymes and plenty of silliness, this Storytime is perfect for 2 & 3 year olds who have aged out of Busy Bees!

Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Join us for stories in all shapes and sizes that are sure to engage and entertain your preschoolers.

Book Discussion: AUTOMATIC NOODLE by Annalee Newitz - Fiction - In Person

Wed, Apr 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Join Sun and Moon instructor Joan McGee for this gentle yoga class. Stretch, breathe, and meditate your way to renewed energy. No experience necessary!

Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

After a war devastates San Francisco, a band of retired robots revives a noodle restaurant to comfort the local humans.

Thu, Apr 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Studio equipment, software, and policies. Patrons must complete this orientation before booking appointments in The Studio.

Converting 8mm and Super 8 Home Videos to Digital

Thu, Apr 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Learn how to transform an old hardcover book into a beautiful vase ready for a silk or dried floral arrangement. Limit 4 people per class.

Thu, Apr 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Media Lab

Learn the steps to digitize your 8mm and Super 8 film. Limit 3 people per session. Open to Park Ridge Library cardholders only.

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale Preview

Fri, May 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

A special Preview Night is open to members of the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale

Sat, May 02, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

FOL Annual Spring Book Sale

Sat, May 02, 9:30am - 10:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Make a personalized gift for Mom! This is an introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter, where you will custom engrave a canvas pouch.

This event is full

Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - Media Lab

This mandatory in-person orientation provides an introduction to the Media Lab equipment, software, and policies. Patrons may book time in the lab for projects after completing this orientation.

Drop-in Help Desk

Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

Volunteers from Maine South’s Key Club will be available for tech questions related to smartphones and tablets ONLY. Questions related to Library downloadables are also welcome.

Sat, May 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Make a personalized gift for Mom! This is an introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter, where you will custom engrave a canvas pouch.

This event is full

Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Make a personalized gift for Mom! This is an introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter, where you will custom engrave a canvas pouch.

This event is full

Sat, May 02, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Make a personalized gift for Mom! This is an introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter, where you will custom engrave a canvas pouch.

This event is full

Sat, May 02, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Make a personalized gift for Mom! This is an introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter, where you will custom engrave a canvas pouch.

This event is full

Sat, May 02, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Make a personalized gift for Mom! This is an introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter, where you will custom engrave a canvas pouch.

Sat, May 02, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Make a personalized gift for Mom! This is an introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter, where you will custom engrave a canvas pouch.

Sat, May 02, 3:15pm - 3:45pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Make a personalized gift for Mom! This is an introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter, where you will custom engrave a canvas pouch.

Sensory-Friendly Hour - Families

Sat, May 02, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Make a personalized gift for Mom! This is an introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter, where you will custom engrave a canvas pouch.

Sun, May 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Children's Department

Drop in. We open an hour early on the first Sunday of each month for an adapted, accessible, and sensory-friendly Library experience designed to support our neurodivergent friends and their families.

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale - Half Price Day

Sun, May 03, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

FOL Annual Spring Book Sale - Half Price Day

Teen Take and Create: Dragonfly - Grades 6-12

Mon, May 04, All day

Park Ridge Public Library - Teen Loft

Stop by the Loft to pick up a bag of supplies, then take your kit home, or work on it in the Library! Some at-home supplies may be needed and are available to borrow if crafting in the Loft.

SCORE Small Business Mentoring - by phone or virtually

Mon, May 04, All day

Park Ridge Public Library

Take advantage of free, confidential business mentoring sessions by phone or virtually.

Mon, May 04, 9:30am - 10:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Ticket required. Snuggle, bounce, and bond with your little one in this lap sit program for babies. Circle time is followed by time to play with age-appropriate toys and time to socialize.