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$38.00 per person, includes coach transportation and show admission. Saturday Mar. 14, 9:30am-3:30pm Reservation
Learn and exchange ideas on fitness, exercise, and healthy living that doesn't cost a fortune. Saturday Mar. 7, 11 am More
By Heather
March 4 • Staff Picks
A new baby has joined our family. My brother and his wife welcomed their first daughter into the world at 7 pm on Tuesday March 3rd. She's a little bit of a miracle child and to say everyone is estatic would be an understatement. Trying not to be the annoying older sister, I've held off bombarding them with my childcare advice so far. But I am, after all, an 'expert". More on “Baby love (and a dose of advice)”"→
By Kelly
February 25 • Happening at the library
Currently on display in Gallery 1501, are silkscreened prints by local artist Diana Sudyka. Not only is Diana a talented illustrator but she is also one cool lady! Having known Diana for several years now, I can attest to that. More on “Gallery 1501: Meet the artist: Diana Sudyka”"→
By Stephanie
February 20 • Kids & Parents
Can you remember a favorite story that was read aloud to you as a child? Not only I am pretty sure you can remember it, but I’d bet it brings back positive memories: the warm, fuzzy kind. With Des Plaines’ newest reading program, we hope to create positive memories for the next generation of readers. More on “1KB4K: Reading 1000 Books Before Kindergarten”"→
Mar 7 11:00 AM | Saturday
"Fitness on a Dime"
There are lots of ways to get in shape without breaking the bank! This month, come join us to learn and exchange ideas on fitness, exercise, and healthy living that doesn't cost a fortune, while cutting and exchanging coupons with others.
As always, if you have coupons to share
with the group, please bring them.
In Meeting Room B, 1st floor.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Mar 8 1:30 PM | Sunday
A free screening of the feature film The Judge.
141 minutes, Rated R
Robert Downey Jr., Robert Duvall, Vera Farmiga, Vincent D'Onofrio
A big city lawyer returns to his hometown for his mother's funeral; and stays to defend his estranged father, the local judge, who is accused of a hit-and-run killing. Robert Duvall was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for his performance in this compelling courtroom drama.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library
Mar 9 6:30 PM | Monday
Class will cover the basic features of Microsoft Excel: creating spreadsheets, generating charts, and using basic formulas and functions. The new Office Button and Ribbon menu scheme will be explained. You will need to have basic mouse and keyboarding skills to appreciate this class
We open at 9:00am today.