Programs coming to Elmhurst Public Library

Friday, July 28 and Saturday, July 29 • 9:30 – 9:50 a.m.

Chicka Chicka Baby

Join us under the Alphabet Tree in the Kids’ Library for twenty minutes of songs and rhymes perfect for infants. Make visiting the library a regular part of your baby’s week. For newborns to 11 months with an adult. No registration required.

Friday, July 28 • 7 – 9 p.m. and Saturday, July 29 • 2-8 p.m.

Yesfest

Celebrate the fifth annual festival of live music, comedy, art, poetry, and film created by creative people! Comedy acts, music, and original films are presented on stages in and around the Elmhurst Art Museum and the Library for this two-day event. Details at elmlib.org/yesfest. No registration required.

Saturday, July 29 • 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

DIY CROP Day

Join us for an all-day scrapbooking (and more) event at the Library. Bring your supplies and spread out at your own table all day! We’ll bring EPL’s in-house paper craft equipment. Register at elmlib.org/register, in person, or at (630) 279-8696.

Monday, July 31 • 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Or 4 – 6:30 p.m.

Happy Birthday, Harry Potter (For all ages)

Join us in the Kids’ Library for some drop-in fun and games to celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday! Muggles, witches, and wizards of all ages are welcome. No registration required.

Monday, July 31 • 7 – 9 p.m.

Teen Sketch and Improv Jam

Brainstorm, write, and play with like-minded players for some off-the-cuff fun. Enjoy an Improv Jam the last Monday meeting of each month. No registration required.

Tuesday, Aug. 1 • 7 – 8:45 p.m.

Present: Dementia Activity Club

Those with early onset dementia or Alzheimer’s are welcome to join for activities. This program is for those with early-to-mid stage dementia. Caregivers are required to attend. Register at elmlib.org/register, in person, or at (630) 279-8696.

Tuesday, Aug. 1 • 1:30 – 2:15 p.m.

Genealogy Club: Dig Into Your Research

Bring your family papers, research work, and questions. Work on your own or with others interested in family history research to share tips, tools, and experiences. Register at elmlib.org/register, in person, or at (630) 279-8696.

Wednesday, Aug. 2 • 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Business Marketing Strategy: Get More Bang for your Buck!

Is the fear of marketing your small business holding you back? Worried you’ll need to spend a ton of money and you won’t get any traction? Fear not. Learn strategies and tricks to move your business forward. Presented by Kelly Carpenter, Spitfire. Register at elmlib.org/register, in person, or at (630) 279-8696.

Thursday, Aug. 3 • 9 – 11 a.m.

Elmhurst Job Club: Social Media and the Job Search

The Goodwill Workforce Connection center is here to help you find work! Stop by on the first Thursday of each month. This free service helps with resume assistance, career exploration, vocational training, and much more. Register at elmlib.org/register, in person, or at (630) 279-8696.

Friday, Aug. 4 • 9:30 – 9:50 a.m.

Chicka Chicka Baby Drop-in

Join us under the Alphabet Tree in the Kids’ Library for twenty minutes of songs and rhymes perfect for infants. Make visiting the library a regular part of your baby’s week. For newborns to 11 months with an adult. No registration required.

Friday, Aug. 4 • 3 – 4:30 p.m.

Back Up Your Information

“What’s the safest way to store my information? How much does an external hard drive cost? Is the cloud secure?” Examine the many options to back up your information and save your information safely. Register at elmlib.org/register, in person, or at (630) 279-8696.