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Big Sibling Storytime

Tuesday, August 26th

10:00 am - 10:45 am

Join us as we share stories and songs that celebrate the changes a new baby brings to your family, emphasizing the important roles of big brothers and sisters, with early literacy tips along the way!  

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Claymates Create!

Tuesday, August 12th

4:00 pm - 4:45 pm

After a reading of Claymates by Dev Petty, we will make our own imaginative clay characters inspired by the story!  

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Teen Acrylic Paint Pouring

Friday, August 8th

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Let your creativity flow as freely as the paint itself! Prepare to get a little messy as you create a masterpiece. Weather permitting, we’ll paint outdoors. Snacks will be provided.  

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Tiny Toes Music

Thursday, August 7th

10:00 am - 10:30 am

Join us for musical fun with your little one! Tiny Toes Music features fun songs, dancing, storybook and instrument activities specially created for young children.  

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HPL Teen Book Box

Friday, July 18th

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Enjoy a pre-selected YA book and other fun bookish treats each month. Register once to receive a box on June 13, July 18, and August 15.

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Video Game Bingo

Wednesday, July 16th

2:00 pm - 2:45 pm

Mario, Sonic, Steve, and friends BINGO: Video Game Characters Edition. After each round of BINGO there will be a Minute to Win It game. Ready, player one?!  

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Community Photo Exhibit

Sunday, July 13th

11:45 pm - 11:59 pm

Calling all Hinsdale photographers! HPL’s Art Commission is accepting applications for a curated photography exhibit this fall. Selected works will be printed, displayed, and celebrated with a reception. Use this link to submit your photo by July 13.

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Mini Artists: Sponge Painting

Friday, July 11th

11:00 am - 11:45 am

Let’s make a picture using sponges and paint! Be sure to dress for a mess!  

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Kid’s Beginner Crochet

Wednesday, July 9th

4:00 pm - 4:45 pm

Learn how to crochet! We will work with different techniques and patterns. Supplies will be provided.  

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Teen Book Plate Stamping

Monday, July 7th

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Design and make a stamp to personalize your own book collection.

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Seasoned Tech: Drop-In Tech Support Consultations at HPL

Thursday, July 3rd

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Stop in to get tech help from experienced experts from Hinsdale Public Library and the Indian Prairie Computer Club. Whether it’s your laptop, phone, tablet, or software, we can help. Bring your questions and devices!

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Off the Page: “Power Corrupts” with author Richard Munson

Tuesday, July 1st

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join Hinsdale author Dick Munson as he discusses his new book “Power Corrupts: Cleaning Up America’s Biggest Industry” which investigates corruption in the electric industry.

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