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History of Chicagoland in Maps

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Humanities
Age Group:
High School, Adult
Event Details:

Join Donald and Tanya Smith, owners of land surveying and map-making company Greeley-Howard-Norlin & Smith, for a trip through Chicagoland history as told by survey maps. Hear ...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: High School, Adult
Program Type: Humanities
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Join Donald and Tanya Smith, owners of land surveying and map-making company Greeley-Howard-Norlin & Smith, for a trip through Chicagoland history as told by survey maps.

Mindful Nature Walk & Birding

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Offsite at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Health + Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us for a mindful walk in nature and observe resident and migrating birds as we walk along the mowed path adjacent to the prairie restoration. We will meet at the Hickory Creek...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health + Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for a mindful walk in nature and observe resident and migrating birds as we walk along the mowed path adjacent to the prairie restoration.

Sew a Zippered Bag

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn the basics of working with zippers and create a simple zippered bag that can hold pens, cosmetics, or other small items. All materials will be provided.This class is designed...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Learn the basics of working with zippers and create a simple zippered bag that can hold pens, cosmetics, or other small items. All materials will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs, registration for this class is limited to once every other offering of the class to ensure that everyone gets a chance to participate. Please register for only one time slot. Thank you.

 

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

Sew a Zippered Bag

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn the basics of working with zippers and create a simple zippered bag that can hold pens, cosmetics or other small items. All materials will be provided.This class is designed ...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Learn the basics of working with zippers and create a simple zippered bag that can hold pens, cosmetics or other small items. All materials will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs, registration for this class is limited to once every other offering of the class to ensure that everyone gets a chance to participate. Please register for only one time slot. Thank you.

 

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Movies, Games, + Trivia
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Prepare for an adventure! Join us for a dive into the world of Dungeons and Dragons where you can create a hero, roll some dice, and have a great time battling villains and monster...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movies, Games, + Trivia
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Prepare for an adventure! Join us for a dive into the world of Dungeons and Dragons where you can create a hero, roll some dice, and have a great time battling villains and monsters. 

Staying Mentally Fit (Wits Workout)

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Health + Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Enjoy the company of other adults and engage your brain with exercises that will help to keep you mentally fit! We will follow the Wits Workout program created by the University of...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health + Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Enjoy the company of other adults and engage your brain with exercises that will help to keep you mentally fit! We will follow the Wits Workout program created by the University of Illinois Extension.

Disclaimer(s)

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

Trivia Night

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Movies, Games, + Trivia
Age Group:
Adult
Trivia Night:

Join the fun and test your niche knowledge at our Trivia Night! Single participants and teams of up to 4 are welcome. Registration is required and each participant must be regis...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movies, Games, + Trivia
Required
Seats Remaining: 40

Trivia Night

Join the fun and test your niche knowledge at our Trivia Night! Single participants and teams of up to 4 are welcome.

Registration is required and each participant must be registered. Click on the "Add Another" button to register each player.

This program is intended for Adults (18+). 

Register online or call the Adult Services Desk at 815-534-6173.

Disclaimer(s)

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

Glowforge Basics

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This class is designed for patrons who have never used Glowforge and need to learn basic skills.  Learn how to use the Glowforge software and laser cutting machine to cre...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

This class is designed for patrons who have never used Glowforge and need to learn basic skills. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs, registration for this class is limited to once every other offering of the class to ensure that everyone gets a chance to participate. Please register for only one time slot. Thank you.

 

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

Glowforge Basics

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This class is designed for patrons who have never used Glowforge and need to learn basic skills.  Learn how to use the Glowforge software and laser cutting machine to cre...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

This class is designed for patrons who have never used Glowforge and need to learn basic skills. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs, registration for this class is limited to once every other offering of the class to ensure that everyone gets a chance to participate. Please register for only one time slot. Thank you.

 

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

Volunteer Fair Spring 2025

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult
Event Details:

It's our 9th Annual Volunteer Fair! Our Spring 2025 Fair features local and regional organizations looking for volunteers of all ages to join their team. This is a great oppor...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult
Program Type: Community
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

It's our 9th Annual Volunteer Fair! 

How to Use Hoopla for eBooks & More

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Hoopla app to access ebooks, audiobooks, and streaming video.Patrons must bring the following with them to the class:The mobile device that you want to use to ...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Hoopla app to access ebooks, audiobooks, and streaming video.

Disclaimer(s)

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

Silhouette 1-to-1

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Want to create a custom greeting card or have an idea for a t-shirt iron-on? Need help designing a stencil or custom table cards for your next gathering? We can help! Please i...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Want to create a custom greeting card or have an idea for a t-shirt iron-on? Need help designing a stencil or custom table cards for your next gathering? We can help! 

Silhouette 1-to-1

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Want to create a custom greeting card or have an idea for a t-shirt iron-on? Need help designing a stencil or custom table cards for your next gathering? We can help! Please i...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Want to create a custom greeting card or have an idea for a t-shirt iron-on? Need help designing a stencil or custom table cards for your next gathering? We can help! 

Managing Money: The Caregiver's Guide to Finances

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Financial Literacy, Health + Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

How much do you know about managing money? This free program presented by the Alzheimer’s Association will help you learn about the costs of caregiving and the benefits of early pl...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Financial Literacy, Health + Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

How much do you know about managing money?

Earth: Our Shared Home Book Series

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us to discuss a few thought-provoking titles about the interconnected relationship we have with our shared home, planet Earth. This group will span the months of February, Mar...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join us to discuss a few thought-provoking titles about the interconnected relationship we have with our shared home, planet Earth.

Mindful Nature Walk & Birding

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Offsite at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Health + Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us for a mindful walk in nature and observe resident and migrating birds. Be sure to bring your binoculars! We will meet at the Frankfort Township parking lot located off...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health + Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for a mindful walk in nature and observe resident and migrating birds. Be sure to bring your binoculars! 

Disclaimer(s)

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

Laser-Cut Plant Labels

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Create a set of custom acrylic signs to decorate gardens and plant pots.This class is designed for patrons who already know how to use the Glowforge software. Please see the Prereq...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Create a set of custom acrylic signs to decorate gardens and plant pots.

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs, registration for this class is limited to once every other offering of the class to ensure that everyone gets a chance to participate. Please register for only one time slot. Thank you.

 

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

Laser-Cut Plant Labels

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Create a set of custom acrylic signs to decorate gardens and plant pots.This class is designed for patrons who already know how to use the Glowforge software. Please see the Prereq...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Create a set of custom acrylic signs to decorate gardens and plant pots.

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs, registration for this class is limited to once every other offering of the class to ensure that everyone gets a chance to participate. Please register for only one time slot. Thank you.

 

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

CoffeeCake & Crime

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:15am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This month we will read Long Time Gone by Charlie Donlea. Dr. Sloan Hasting’s life is upended when the results of her DNA test reveal an unthinkable secret. Sloan, who is trai...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

This month we will read Long Time Gone by Charlie Donlea. Dr. Sloan Hasting’s life is upended when the results of her DNA test reveal an unthinkable secret.

CoffeeCake & Crime

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This month we will read Long Time Gone by Charlie Donlea. Dr. Sloan Hasting’s life is upended when the results of her DNA test reveal an unthinkable secret. Sloan, who is trai...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

This month we will read Long Time Gone by Charlie Donlea. Dr. Sloan Hasting’s life is upended when the results of her DNA test reveal an unthinkable secret.

Blender Basics

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Blender, the industry standard 3D modeling software. Prerequisites: Patrons must know how to operate a keyboard. Patrons must know how to operate...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Blender, the industry standard 3D modeling software. 

Prerequisites: 

Disclaimer(s)

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

Safe Online Social Interactions

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room B at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Computers + Technology, Health + Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Navigate the world of online social interactions safely, whether it's through social media platforms or online dating sites. We'll learn how to manage your privacy settings, block ...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers + Technology, Health + Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Navigate the world of online social interactions safely, whether it's through social media platforms or online dating sites.

Excel Tables

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This 90-minute class will help you to learn to create and format tables in Microsoft Excel. This class will cover the following topics:Sorting and filtering items in a list.Cr...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

This 90-minute class will help you to learn to create and format tables in Microsoft Excel. 

This class will cover the following topics:

Disclaimer(s)

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

3D Printing Basics: Tinkercad

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This 90-minute class will introduce you to the basics of 3D printing using free design software from Tinkercad.  Patrons will create their own keychain design to be printed in...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

This 90-minute class will introduce you to the basics of 3D printing using free design software from Tinkercad.  Patrons will create their own keychain design to be printed in the filament color of their choice.

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs, registration for this class is limited to once every other offering of the class to ensure that everyone gets a chance to participate. Please register for only one time slot. Thank you.

 

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.