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Teen Universal Yums

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens
Food & Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Required

Try some delicious treats from countries around the world through Universal Yums. At each gathering, we'll delve into the flavors of a specific country, discover fascinating facts about its culture, and evaluate the snacks. Some products are manufactured in a facility that handles common allergens such as wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, soybeans, eggs, milk, fish, and shellfish. Registration required.

Library Board Meeting

7:00pm–9:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

board meeting

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group

STEAM Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children (Age 6-11)
STEM/STEAM Program
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Commons Area
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: STEM/STEAM Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Best for ages 6+. Junior scientists, time to get your science on! We’re exploring through the disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math one experiment and challenge at a time. Join us! Registration suggested. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Self-Paced Computer Classes / Clases de computacion a tu propio ritmo

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Eventos en Español, Technology Class
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Commons Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Eventos en Español, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Improve your computer skills. Classes will be self-paced with a live teacher. Learning software is available in English and Spanish. Please register; limit 6. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group

Black History Month: Make Art Like...Kids Take & Make

10:00am–5:00pm
Children (Age 6-11)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Best for ages 6+. In honor of Black History Month, enjoy a Take & Make Art Kit based on the art style of a Black American artist. Available while supplies last.

This event is in the "Adults" group

All in Pieces Quilting Group

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Commons Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join in for an afternoon of sewing. All experience levels welcome. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group

Kids Saturday Makers Club

11:30am–12:30pm
Children (Age 6-11)
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM Program
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Commons Area
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Best for ages 6+. Make something new and cool with us! Join us Saturday morning for a new project— like drawing, crafting, building or maybe even a science experiment. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Game Night

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Test your skills, meet new friends, and compete against fellow gamers. Play various games with other teens on Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5 or various board games. Registration suggested.

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group

Coffee Perk & Playtime

10:00am–11:00am
Children (Age 0-5)
Drop-In Program, Storytime
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Storytime Corner (in Children's Area)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Drop-In Program, Storytime
Event Details:

Best for ages 0-4. Grown-ups, stop by for a cup of coffee or tea while your littles enjoy a story, dance and sing songs. During wind-down playtime, chat with other grown-ups. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group

Cuentos para pequeños (En Español)

10:00am–10:30am
Children (Age 0-5)
Storytime
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Storytime Corner (in Children's Area)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Recomendado para edades 1-5. ¡Estás invitado a nuestra hora de cuento en español con historias, canciones y baile! Los niños y las familias de todos los idiomas también son bienvenidos y invitados. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group

LEGO Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
STEM/STEAM Program
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Commons Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: STEM/STEAM Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

For all ages. Build with us! Builders are welcome to either build on our monthly theme OR free build during their time in our program. Creations are then displayed in the Children’s Area for all to see.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Black History Month Culinary Classic: New Orleans Style Gumbo

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Food & Cooking
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Commons Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chef Emm (Millicent Walker) from Cooking Canvas Cafe Company will demonstrate how to make New Orleans Style Gumbo.  Samples will be available. Please register; limit 20,  

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group

Black History Month: Make Art Like...Kids Take & Make

10:00am–5:00pm
Children (Age 6-11)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Best for ages 6+. In honor of Black History Month, enjoy a Take & Make Art Kit based on the art style of a Black American artist. Available while supplies last.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Cozy Crafting

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts, Maker/DIY Program
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker/DIY Program
Event Details:

Want to pick up a cozy craft for winter but don't know where to start?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Self-Paced Computer Classes / Clases de computacion a tu propio ritmo

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Eventos en Español, Technology Class
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Commons Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Eventos en Español, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Improve your computer skills. Classes will be self-paced with a live teacher. Learning software is available in English and Spanish. Please register; limit 6. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Take & Make: Spice Club

10:00am–11:00pm
Adults
Food & Cooking
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Warm up your winter with a sample spice and some new recipes! While supplies last.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Friends of the Library Meeting

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Friends of the Library
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Come and find out how the Friends of the Library are supporting the Library. All are Welcome. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

All in Pieces Quilting Group

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Commons Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join in for an afternoon of sewing. All experience levels welcome. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Joyous Japan

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Commons Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Japan is the only country among over 60 explored that left world traveler Brian Michalski heartbroken to leave.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Book Discussion

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Commons Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Very Cold People by Sarah Manguso. In this coming of age story, Ruthie,  who has never fit into her small New England town, attempts to escape its cruelty and abuse. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

All in Pieces Quilting Group

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Commons Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join in for an afternoon of sewing. All experience levels welcome. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Friends of the Library Meeting

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Friends of the Library
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Come and find out how the Friends of the Library are supporting the Library. All are Welcome. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

All in Pieces Quilting Group

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Room: Commons Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join in for an afternoon of sewing. All experience levels welcome. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Take & Make: Spice Club

10:00am–11:00pm
Adults
Food & Cooking
Library Branch: ILLINOIS - Midlothian Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Warm up your winter with a sample spice and some new recipes! While supplies last.