Moments That Made America: Turning Points in 250 Years

Wed, Jul 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, Jul 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.

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

Wed, Jul 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!

Registration is now closed

Thu, Jul 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.

Cancelled

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

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

Park Ridge Public Library

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.

Fri, Jul 10, 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!

T(w)een Tasters: Thailand - Entering Grades 6-12

Fri, Jul 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Taste and rate snacks from Thailand, selected by Universal Yums! Make sure you share any dietary restrictions or information when you register.

Friends of the Library Pop-Up Summer Book Sale

Sat, Jul 11, 9:30am - 2:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library

FOL Annual Pop-Up Summer Book Sale held outside the front entrance of the Library during the Taste of Park Ridge

Cancelled

RPG & Board Game Club - Entering Grades 6-12

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

Park Ridge Public Library

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, Jul 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).

SCORE Small Business Mentoring - by phone or virtually

Mon, Jul 13, All day

Park Ridge Public Library

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

Dementia Caregivers Support Group

Mon, Jul 13, 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.

Mon, Jul 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.

T(w)een Advisory Board Meet-Up - Entering Grades 7-12

Mon, Jul 13, 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, Jul 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

Ready to make your voice heard and have fun this summer? The T[w]een Advisory Board is your chance to brainstorm cool ideas and help shape the future of your community.

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

Tue, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 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.

They Fought Too: Black Revolutionaries

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

Park Ridge Public Library - Zoom Webinar

Laura Keyes of Historic Voices celebrates the often forgotten, but no less important, Black men and women who fought, died, spied, wrote, argued, sailed, and labored for the American Revolution.

Sublimation Jigsaw Puzzle

Tue, Jul 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Decorate a jigsaw puzzle with preprinted sublimation papers and a heat press.

This event is full

Cancelled

Library Board - Nominating Committee Mtg. - First Floor Meeting Room

Tue, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library

Library Board Nominating Committee Meeting

LUCKY by Jane Smiley - Fiction Book Discussion - Virtual

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

Park Ridge Public Library - No Location

Jodie’s life as a musician is a story of chance and grit and the glitter of real talent, a colorful portrait of her journey in search of herself.

Library Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole Meeting

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

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Library Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole Monthly Meeting

Tue, Jul 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.

State Representative Justin Cochran's Office Hours

Wed, Jul 15, 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, Jul 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Reader Services Department

Drop in to speak with State Representative Justin Cochran's office.

Android Smartphone Basics

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

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

Learn the basics of using an Android smartphone (Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, and others), such as screen navigation, essential functions, applications, and more. Must bring your own Android device.

Wed, Jul 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, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 6:40pm

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, July 8 2026 at 6:30pm

THE EIGHTS by Joanna Miller - Fiction Book Discussion

Wed, Jul 15, 6:45pm - 7:00pm

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, July 8 2026 at 6:45pm

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

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

The story of the unlikely friendship of four women in the first female class at Oxford, their unshakeable bond in the face of male contempt, and their coming of age in a world forever changed by war.

Wed, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 7:15pm

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, July 8 2026 at 7:00pm

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

Wed, Jul 15, 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, July 8 2026 at 7:15pm

Thu, Jul 16, 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.

T(w)een World Cup - Entering Grades 6-12

Thu, Jul 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.

Thu, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Join us to keep the World Cup excitement building to the final match! Make your own table-top soccer game, try your hand at some trivia, and celebrate all things World Cup.

Jim Green, Guitar - Concert

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

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Guitar virtuoso Jim Green returns to play his original compositions using his distinctive fingerstyle technique.

Converting Home Videos to Digital

Thu, Jul 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.

This event is full

THE QUEEN AT WAR - Friday Morning Coffee Club

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

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

The story of young Queen Elizabeth’s experiences during WWII and how the longest-reigning monarch in British history was shaped by the war. Limit 40. In person only.

Giant Dino Games - Families

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

Park Ridge Public Library - Library Lawn

Celebrate the mid-point of Summer Reading - stop by the Library, check in your reading so far, and play some games on the Lawn.

Engraved Aluminum Pet Tags - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Jul 18, 9:30am - 10:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Learn how to engrave an aluminum pet tag for your furry friend or for yourself in this introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter! Limit of 1 person per class.

This event is full

Engraved Aluminum Pet Tags - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Jul 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, Jul 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Learn how to engrave an aluminum pet tag for your furry friend or for yourself in this introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter! Limit of 1 person per class.

This event is full

Engraved Aluminum Pet Tags - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Learn how to engrave an aluminum pet tag for your furry friend or for yourself in this introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter! Limit of 1 person per class.

This event is full

Engraved Aluminum Pet Tags - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Jul 18, 11:45am - 12:15pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Learn how to engrave an aluminum pet tag for your furry friend or for yourself in this introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter! Limit of 1 person per class.

This event is full

Engraved Aluminum Pet Tags - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Learn how to engrave an aluminum pet tag for your furry friend or for yourself in this introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter! Limit of 1 person per class.

Engraved Aluminum Pet Tags - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Jul 18, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Learn how to engrave an aluminum pet tag for your furry friend or for yourself in this introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter! Limit of 1 person per class.

Engraved Aluminum Pet Tags - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Jul 18, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Learn how to engrave an aluminum pet tag for your furry friend or for yourself in this introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter! Limit of 1 person per class.

This event is full

Engraved Aluminum Pet Tags - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Jul 18, 3:15pm - 3:45pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Learn how to engrave an aluminum pet tag for your furry friend or for yourself in this introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter! Limit of 1 person per class.

Engraved Aluminum Pet Tags - Laser Cutter 101 (Beginner)

Sat, Jul 18, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Learn how to engrave an aluminum pet tag for your furry friend or for yourself in this introductory class to the Library’s Epilog Laser Cutter! Limit of 1 person per class.

Mon, Jul 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.

Slime Party - Entering Grades 4-7

Mon, Jul 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.

Mon, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Roll up your sleeves and prepare to get gooey. Join us for hands-on crafting with colorful and messy materials to make your own slime.

This event is full

Page Pals

Mon, Jul 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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.

Basic Digital Photo Editing

Mon, Jul 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.

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

Tue, Jul 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, Jul 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.

THE HOUSEMAID (R, 131 min.) - Feature Film

Tue, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 3:10pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

A young live-in maid discovers disturbing secrets at her place of employment. Starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried.

T(w)eens in the Studio: Dinosaur Terrarium - Entering Grades 6-12

Tue, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

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

Registration opens Tuesday, July 14 2026 at 3:00pm

Nominating Committee Meeting - Library Board of Trustees

Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

Nominating Committee Meeting

THE HOUSEMAID (R, 131 min.) - Feature Film

Tue, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 8:40pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

A young live-in maid discovers disturbing secrets at her place of employment. Starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting (@ City Hall)

Tue, Jul 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)

Tue, Jul 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.

Wed, Jul 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, Jul 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.

THE LIGHTHOUSE AT THE EDGE OF THE WORLD by J.R. Dawson - Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Discussion

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

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

In a Chicago waystation for the dead, the ferryman’s daughter faces a night of chaos.

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

Thu, Jul 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, Jul 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, Jul 23, 11:30am - 12:15pm

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.

Sublimation Jigsaw Puzzle

Thu, Jul 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Decorate a jigsaw puzzle with preprinted sublimation papers and a heat press.

This event is full

T(w)een Painting Party: Highland Cow - Entering Grades 6-12

Thu, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Unleash your inner artist at this follow-along painting class! We’ll guide you step-by-step as you create a highland cow.

Engraved Metal Water Bottle - Laser Cutter 201 (Intermediate)

Thu, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Keep hydrated this summer! Learn how to use the laser cutter’s rotary attachment to engrave a painted aluminum water bottle!

This event is full

Cello Conversations - Concert

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

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Cellists Lilianna Wosko and Patrycja Likos-Nadybal will perform duets across musical genres, from classical to jazz to pop. Part of the Friends of the Library concert series.

Digitizing Audio Cassettes and Records

Thu, Jul 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.

Drop-in & Watch: Bluey - Families

Fri, Jul 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Come by and catch an episode of Bluey...or stick around for 2, 3, or more!

Engraved Metal Water Bottle - Laser Cutter 201 (Intermediate)

Fri, Jul 24, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Keep hydrated this summer! Learn how to use the laser cutter’s rotary attachment to engrave a painted aluminum water bottle!

This event is full

Junior RPG - Entering Grades 3-5

Fri, Jul 24, 3:30pm - 5:15pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. This intro to role-playing games is perfect for young adventurers looking to take off on their first quests!

Registration opens Friday, July 17 2026 at 3:30pm

SCORE Small Business Mentoring - by phone or virtually

Sat, Jul 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.

Mon, Jul 27, All day

Park Ridge Public Library

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

Bubbles & Bounce - Ages 0-14 months with caregiver

Mon, Jul 27, 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!

Jurassic Jam: A Dino Party! - Entering Grades K-3

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

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Travel back in time with dinosaur themed fun and activities.

Dinosaur Storytime - Ages 2-5 with caregiver

Tue, Jul 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Join us for a special dino-themed storytime.

Library Pub Quiz

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

Park Ridge Public Library - Offsite 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

TOTAL GARBAGE by Edward Humes - Green Reads Book Discussion

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

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

An investigation into the waste embedded in our daily lives—and shows how individuals and communities are making a real difference for health, prosperity and quality of life.

Adult & Tot Yoga with Twisted Tree Yoga - Ages 3-5 with caregiver

Tue, Jul 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.

Wed, Jul 29, 10:00am - 10:30am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. We ask that you only attend 1 program today, so either Adult & Tot Yoga or Move & Groove, not both. Thank you for understanding.

Move & Groove with Twisted Tree Yoga - Ages 2-5 with caregiver

Wed, Jul 29, 10:45am - 11:15am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Ticket required. Space is limited. Tickets available at 10:15 at the Children's Services desk. We ask that you only attend 1 program today, so either Adult & Tot Yoga or Move & Groove, not both.

Open Craft Night: T(w)een Edition - Entering Grades 6-12

Wed, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Grab your preferred craft and your friends and come to the library to enjoy a night of crafting, chatting, and snacks. Drop-In

Sublimation Jigsaw Puzzle

Wed, Jul 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library

Decorate a jigsaw puzzle with preprinted sublimation papers and a heat press.

HEARTWOOD by Amity Gaige - Director's Choice Book Discussion

Wed, Jul 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

A search and rescue team must race against time when an experienced hiker disappears along the Appalachian Trail in Maine.

Developmental Speech Language Playgroup - with Assential Therapies | Ages 18 mos-3 yrs with caregiver

Thu, Jul 30, 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.

LUCKY by Jane Smiley - Fiction Book Discussion - In Person

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

Park Ridge Public Library - Third Floor Meeting Room

Jodie’s life as a musician is a story of chance and grit and the glitter of real talent, a colorful portrait of her journey in search of herself.

Start Your Rockin' Collection - Entering Grades K and up

Thu, Jul 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.

Thu, Jul 30, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Learn rock collecting basics from the experts at the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art.

Registration opens Thursday, July 9 2026 at 1:30pm

The Fossil Lady: Dinosaurs, Evolution, & Extinction - Entering Grades K and up

Thu, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Join our friends from the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art to learn about Mary Anning, the trailblazing fossil hunter.

Registration opens Thursday, July 9 2026 at 3:00pm

Engraved Metal Water Bottle - Laser Cutter 201 (Intermediate)

Thu, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Keep hydrated this summer! Learn how to use the laser cutter’s rotary attachment to engrave a painted aluminum water bottle!

This event is full

Benjamin Franklin: Designing a New Nation

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

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Living history performer Terry Lynch visits as Benjamin Franklin, whose diplomatic skills and ability to think innovatively were crucial for the daunting task of creating a new nation.

Converting 8mm and Super 8 Home Videos to Digital

Thu, Jul 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.

Explore: Dinosaurs! - Ages 2-5 with caregiver

Fri, Jul 31, 9:30am - 10:15am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Little paleontologists will enjoy stories, art, and fun activities all about dinosaurs.

Registration opens Friday, July 10 2026 at 9:30am

Explore Dinosaurs! - Ages 2 - 5 with caregiver

Fri, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:15am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Little paleontologists will enjoy stories, art, and fun activities all about dinosaurs.

Registration opens Friday, July 10 2026 at 10:30am

Drop-in Help Desk

Sat, Aug 01, 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.

Family Storytime & Craft - Families

Sat, Aug 01, 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, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:15am

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Saturdays are family days! Spend your morning together at the Library as we share stories and songs followed by a craft project.

Sensory-Friendly Hour - Families

Sun, Aug 02, 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.

Teen Take and Create: Pufferfish - Entering Grades 6-12

Mon, Aug 03, 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.

Mon, Aug 03, 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.

LEGOpalooza - Entering Grades K and up

Mon, Aug 03, 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, Aug 03, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Drop in. Show off your creativity and engineering skills with some free-form brick building fun! We'll provide the LEGO bricks, the rest is up to you.

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

Tue, Aug 04, 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, Aug 04, 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.

Pencil Pouch

Tue, Aug 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Park Ridge Public Library - The Studio

Decorate a canvas pencil pouch with puff heat transfer vinyl.

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Camp PRPL - Entering Grades 3-5

Tue, Aug 04, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Registration required. Join us for some indoor camping fun at the Library!

Registration opens Tuesday, July 14 2026 at 3:30pm

Pom Pom Flowers - Craft Workshop

Tue, Aug 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Park Ridge Public Library - First Floor Meeting Room

Artist Eva Penar returns to lead a workshop constructing flowers out of fabric pom poms. Limit 15. All supplies included.

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Tue, Aug 04, 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.

Wed, Aug 05, 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, Aug 05, 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, Aug 05, 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.

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

Wed, Aug 05, 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!

Thu, Aug 06, 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.