Adult Programs
For more info or to register for upcoming Adult Programs, please visit the Calendar of Events.
ONGOING LIBRARY PROGRAMS- see below
Women of the Civil War
Monday, September 13 at 7:00 pm
Learn more about the women of the Civil War era: women as soldiers, doctors, freed slaves, nurses, teachers, spies and writers.
Monday, September 13 at 7:00 pm
Learn more about the women of the Civil War era: women as soldiers, doctors, freed slaves, nurses, teachers, spies and writers.
Artist and historian Jim Weren will present a beautifully illustrated lecture on how women faced challenges and hazards of the war while sparking the transformation of gender and racial roles.
Wednesday, September 22 at 7:00 pm
The Salt Creek Camera Club will teach you how to sharpen your photo skills and take advantage of new photo opportunities. We
will focus on photo composition and the basic guidelines before snapping your shot. “Do” and “don’t” photos from competitions will be used to illustrate examples of good and bad techniques.
The Salt Creek Camera Club will teach you how to sharpen your photo skills and take advantage of new photo opportunities. We
will focus on photo composition and the basic guidelines before snapping your shot. “Do” and “don’t” photos from competitions will be used to illustrate examples of good and bad techniques.
Illinois’ Role in the Civil War
Tuesday, September 28 at 7:00 pm
Local Civil War enthusiast John Matuszek will come dressed in full military garb with props to talk about camp life during the Civil War and how units from Illinois were instrumental in the Western campaigns of the Civil War including the capture of the Mississippi River; Sherman’s march to the sea; and the capture of Atlanta.
Tuesday, September 28 at 7:00 pm
Local Civil War enthusiast John Matuszek will come dressed in full military garb with props to talk about camp life during the Civil War and how units from Illinois were instrumental in the Western campaigns of the Civil War including the capture of the Mississippi River; Sherman’s march to the sea; and the capture of Atlanta.
Tales of Haunting for Halloween
Sunday, October 3 at 2:00 pm
Author Sylvia Shults shares her ghost hunting experiences, and stories from her most recent book, Ghosts of the Illinois River. Come join us for an evening of chills and spooky tales. All ages are welcome
to attend.
Sunday, October 3 at 2:00 pm
Author Sylvia Shults shares her ghost hunting experiences, and stories from her most recent book, Ghosts of the Illinois River. Come join us for an evening of chills and spooky tales. All ages are welcome
to attend.
Monday, October 25 at 7:00 pm
The popular book Loving Frank has ignited new interest nationwide in Frank Lloyd Wright. In this fascinating slide lecture, learn about Wright himself and his architecture in the Midwest and elsewhere.
This program will address the period covered by the novel as well as subsequent periods in Wright’s work. Parents: Sign up your kids for the Wright companion class the same night!
The popular book Loving Frank has ignited new interest nationwide in Frank Lloyd Wright. In this fascinating slide lecture, learn about Wright himself and his architecture in the Midwest and elsewhere.
This program will address the period covered by the novel as well as subsequent periods in Wright’s work. Parents: Sign up your kids for the Wright companion class the same night!
Recharge Your Book Club
Tuesday, October 26 at 7:00 pm
Has your book club gotten stale over the past few years? Local librarian and professor Becky Spratford will offer tips on how to select new books, develop questions that challenge your group, and get the most out of your book club meetings.
Tuesday, October 26 at 7:00 pm
Has your book club gotten stale over the past few years? Local librarian and professor Becky Spratford will offer tips on how to select new books, develop questions that challenge your group, and get the most out of your book club meetings.
ONGOING LIBRARY GROUPS:
AARP Safe Driver Classes:
Tuesday/Wednesday, Sept. 21 & 22 from 1 to 5 p.m.
Tuesday/Wednesday, October 12 & 13 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday/Wednesday, Nov. 16 and 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Classic Film Club: Enjoy popcorn, a classic film and a short discussion.
Friday, Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to noon
Friendly Persuasion
Friday, October 15 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The Life and Work of Frank Lloyd Wright - PBS documentary
Friday, November 19 from 10 a.m. to noon
Voluntary Simplicity Group Meeting: Looking for a more simple life? Join us to talk about clearing the clutter, personally improving the environment and doing more of what's important to you.
Monday, Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. Board Room
Monday, October 18 at 7 p.m. Board Room
Knack for Knitting or Knot
Mondays 7 to 8:45 pm
Knitters and other needle crafters are invited to knit, embroider, crochet and macrame in a comfortable group setting. People of all skill levels are encouraged to bring a project and learn from others.
Mondays 7 to 8:45 pm
Knitters and other needle crafters are invited to knit, embroider, crochet and macrame in a comfortable group setting. People of all skill levels are encouraged to bring a project and learn from others.
La Grange Public Library Writer's Workshop: Writers of all levels are invited to bring their work to be critiqued by members of the group. Poetry, plays, novels and other writing welcome.
Wednesday, Sept. 8, October 13, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m
Great Books Discussion: Discussion of classic books led by volunteer Al Silinis.
Third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m.
Thursday, September 16 at 7 p.m.
Crime and Punisment by Fyodor Dostoevsky
Thursday, October 21 at 7 p.m.
Death in the Woods by Sherwood Anderson
The Body of the Condemned by Michael Foucault
(Selections from Great Conversations)
We always welcome suggestions for new and exisitng adult programs. Please email Bridget Bittman at bittmanb@lagrangelibrary.org or call at (708) 352-0576 ext. 33.