Library Closed for Labor Day
The Richton Park Public Library District will be closed on the First Monday in September in honor of Labor Day. We will reopen with our regularly scheduled hours on Tuesday.
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Library Closed for Parking Lot Construction
Update 9/9/2024: Parking Lot Construction has been extended through Thursday, September 12. The library will remain closed through construction and will reopen with our regular hours on Friday, September 13. Thank you for your understanding and support! Please keep an eye on our website & social media channels for any changes. Original Post: The Richton […]
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Visit Us – Sauk Open House
Visit Us – Sauk Open House
Sauk Students & Family: Come visit our table at Sauk's Open House on Wednesday, September 4 and pick up some library info, hang out, or play a game with us! Location: Sauk School (4435 Churchill Dr S, Richton Park) Learn More on SD162's Website
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Shredding Day
Shredding Day
Everyone: Do you have documents that need to be shredded? Bring them to the library and Beaver Shredding will shredd them on the spot! Limit 5 banker boxes of paper. Please note: While the library is closed during this time, we will still be hosting the shredding event. Please follow posted signage when you arrive. Drop-in […]
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(Pending Reschedule) Friends of the Library Meeting
(Pending Reschedule) Friends of the Library Meeting
Adults: Join the Friends of the Library at their monthly member meeting. See our Friends Page for more information about the Friends of the Library Organization and how to join! Meetings are held in-person at the library. Zoom accomodations can be made upon request with 72 hours notice. Reschedule Pending Confirmation with the Friends of the Library
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Visit Us – Matteson School Open House
Visit Us – Matteson School Open House
Matteson School Students & Family: Come visit our table at Matteson School's Open House on Thursday, September 12 and pick up some library info, hang out, or play a game with us! Location: Matteson School (21245 Main St, Matteson) Learn More on SD162's Website
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National Peanut Day
General Audience: Today is a day to celebrate! Join us for a giveaway at checkout as we celebrate National Peanut Day!
Little Learners
Little Learners
PreK & Caregiver: Join us for creative free play at different stations to practice concepts like letters, numbers, colors, and shapes! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
Friday Fun Day
Friday Fun Day
Seniors: Let’s play cards or try new board games! Hang out with us and enjoy spending time together! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Program Sponsored by AgeOptions
Afternoon Unwind
Afternoon Unwind
Gr. 7 - 12: Unwind and get ready for the weekend with yoga! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
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LEGO Mania
LEGO Mania
PreK & Caregiver: Let’s build something together! Drop-in and build with our Lego Duplos! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
Seated Yoga
Seated Yoga
Adults: Join us for a weekly light exercise where we stretch and work on building strength with chair yoga. Wear comfortable clothing. Exercise Waiver signed at first attendance. Drop-in Program (no registration required) Program Sponsored by AgeOptions
Lego Robotics Club (Session 1)
Lego Robotics Club (Session 1)
Grades 5 - 9: Learn basic programming and engineering with Lego Spike Prime! Register Online Registration Required as space is limited Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time Program may be cancelled and/or rescheduled due to low registration A Note […]
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Check Out Illinois!
Check Out Illinois!
Adults: Learn how your library card can save you money at Museums & Cultural Destinations throughout Illinois! We will be looking at the Museum Adventure Pass & Explore More Illinois Pass Programs. Drop-in Program (no registration required)
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Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons & Dragons
Gr. 9 - 12: Join our Homeschool D&D Campaign! Beginners welcome! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
Duct Tape Crafts
Duct Tape Crafts
K - Gr. 8: Drop in and make a duct tape craft with us! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
Sexual Health & Awareness
Sexual Health & Awareness
Gr. 9 - 12: Educate yourself on sexual health and making good choices. Presented by UIUC Exention Community Health. Drop-in Program (no Registration Required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
Sleepytime Crochet
Sleepytime Crochet
Adults: Join us for evening tea & stitches! Light refreshments will be available. (Knitters & Fiber Artists welcomed too!). Drop-in Program (no registration required)
Pajama Storytime
Pajama Storytime
PreK - Gr. 2 & Caregiver: Put on your PJs and join us for an evening of stories, songs, a craft! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
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Drop-in Video Games
Drop-in Video Games
Gr. 3 - 8: Hang out and play with our Nintendo Switch in Study Room 5! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs.
Teen Painting
Teen Painting
Grade 9 - 12: Do you enjoy painting? Come join our fun and engaging guided painting! All materials provided. September: Golden Oak Tree October: Pumpkins/Ghosts November: Thanksgiving Turkey Register Online Registration Required so we have enough ingredients! Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after […]
Visit Us – Richton Square School Open House
Visit Us – Richton Square School Open House
Richton Square School Students & Family: Come visit our table at Richton Square School's Open House on Wednesday, September 18 and pick up some library info, hang out, or play a game with us! Location: Richton Square School (22700 Richton Square Rd, Richton Park) Learn More on SD162's Website
Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
The Library Board of Trustees meets regularly on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm. Agenda available on Library Board Page.
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PreK Storytime
PreK Storytime
PreK & Caregiver: Hear stories, sing songs, and join us for free play! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
Digital Art Basics (Session 1)
Digital Art Basics (Session 1)
Homeschool / Grades 5 - 12: Are you interested in digital art but have no idea where to start? Join us as we test out drawing software and learn to draw with a non-display tablet. Register Online Registration Required as space is limited Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there […]
Silent Book Club
Silent Book Club
Adults: Do you enjoy books but never have a a quiet moment to yourself? Looking to have a little "me time"? Bring your book (and a beverage) and join us at the library to read in peace and quiet. Drop-in Program (no Registration Required)
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Nobody’s Fool: Why We Get Taken In & What We Can Do About It
Nobody’s Fool: Why We Get Taken In & What We Can Do About It
Adults / General: Join us for a talk with Professor Dan Simons, co-author of Nobody's Fool: Why We Get Taken In and What We Can Do About It, brought to you in partnership with the League of Women Voters of Illinois Mis/Disinformation Task Force. Register for Zoom Webinar (Or drop-in and join us at the […]
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Little Learners
Little Learners
PreK & Caregiver: Join us for creative free play at different stations to practice concepts like letters, numbers, colors, and shapes! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
Friday Fun Day
Friday Fun Day
Seniors: Let’s play cards or try new board games! Hang out with us and enjoy spending time together! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Program Sponsored by AgeOptions
Afternoon Unwind
Afternoon Unwind
Gr. 7 - 12: Unwind and get ready for the weekend with yoga! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
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International Eat an Apple Day
General Audience: Today is a day to celebrate! Join us for a giveaway at checkout as we celebrate International Eat an Apple Day!
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Fall Plant Swap Donation Drive
Community: We're having a Fall Plant Swap on Saturday, September 28! Donate your unneeded bulbs, houseplant propagations, & gently used supplies to the library and let them find a new home in our community! Donations can be dropped off at the Adult Services Desk during regular library hours. No donations required to participate in the […]
LEGO Mania
LEGO Mania
PreK & Caregiver: Let’s build something together! Drop-in and build with our Lego Duplos! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
Seated Yoga
Seated Yoga
Adults: Join us for a weekly light exercise where we stretch and work on building strength with chair yoga. Wear comfortable clothing. Exercise Waiver signed at first attendance. Drop-in Program (no registration required) Program Sponsored by AgeOptions
Lego Robotics Club (Session 1)
Lego Robotics Club (Session 1)
Grades 5 - 9: Learn basic programming and engineering with Lego Spike Prime! Register Online Registration Required as space is limited Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time Program may be cancelled and/or rescheduled due to low registration A Note […]
Maker Monday
Maker Monday
Adults: Join us as we make a cute project with the sewing machine and customize it with our Cricut! Beginners welcome! September Project: Tote Bag October Project: Throw Pillow Case November Project: Placemats Register Online Registration Required so we have enough supplies! Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no […]
4 events,
Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons & Dragons
Gr. 9 - 12: Join our Homeschool D&D Campaign! Beginners welcome! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
Duct Tape Crafts
Duct Tape Crafts
K - Gr. 8: Drop in and make a duct tape craft with us! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
Pajama Storytime
Pajama Storytime
PreK - Gr. 2 & Caregiver: Put on your PJs and join us for an evening of stories, songs, a craft! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
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Drop-in Video Games
Drop-in Video Games
Gr. 3 - 8: Hang out and play with our Nintendo Switch in Study Room 5! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs.
Drop-In Device Help
Drop-In Device Help
Adults: Have a quick question about your device and need a little help? Drop on by and we will see if we can assist. Drop-In Program (no Registration Required)
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Mystery Pop Taste Test
Mystery Pop Taste Test
Grades 7 - 12: Can you identify these pop flavors in a blind taste test? Sign up to find out! Register Online Registration Required so we have enough supplies! This program requires a permission slip signed by a parent/guardian - slips can be picked up at the Youth Desk or email youthdesk@rppld.org for a copy. […]
Teen Meet
Teen Meet
Grade 9 - 12: Teens! We want your ideas! Join us each month to share thoughts and ideas about what programs you'd like to see at the library. Snacks served. Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled […]
Technology Learning Lab
Technology Learning Lab
Adults: Do computers make you nervous? Do you want to learn new computer skills but don’t know where to begin? Join us as we teach you how to use online self-paced courses to learn new skills. Drop-In Program (no Registration Required)
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PreK Storytime
PreK Storytime
PreK & Caregiver: Hear stories, sing songs, and join us for free play! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
Digital Art Basics (Session 1)
Digital Art Basics (Session 1)
Homeschool / Grades 5 - 12: Are you interested in digital art but have no idea where to start? Join us as we test out drawing software and learn to draw with a non-display tablet. Register Online Registration Required as space is limited Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there […]
4 events,
Little Learners
Little Learners
PreK & Caregiver: Join us for creative free play at different stations to practice concepts like letters, numbers, colors, and shapes! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
Friday Fun Day
Friday Fun Day
Seniors: Let’s play cards or try new board games! Hang out with us and enjoy spending time together! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Program Sponsored by AgeOptions
Afternoon Unwind
Afternoon Unwind
Gr. 7 - 12: Unwind and get ready for the weekend with yoga! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
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Plant & Bulb Swap
Plant & Bulb Swap
Community: Love plants? Have too many bulbs? Join us for a Fall Plant Swap! We're focusing on bulbs & houseplants, but all plants & gently used supplies welcome. No donations required to participate in the swap—items are free to good homes! Questions? library@rppld.org Drop-in Program (no Registration Required) Accepting Donations Sept 23-28: Donate your unneeded […]
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3 events,
LEGO Mania
LEGO Mania
PreK & Caregiver: Let’s build something together! Drop-in and build with our Lego Duplos! Drop-in Program (no registration required) Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time
Seated Yoga
Seated Yoga
Adults: Join us for a weekly light exercise where we stretch and work on building strength with chair yoga. Wear comfortable clothing. Exercise Waiver signed at first attendance. Drop-in Program (no registration required) Program Sponsored by AgeOptions
Lego Robotics Club (Session 1)
Lego Robotics Club (Session 1)
Grades 5 - 9: Learn basic programming and engineering with Lego Spike Prime! Register Online Registration Required as space is limited Please observe age ranges for programs. Programs will be cancelled if there are no participants 15 minutes after the scheduled start time Program may be cancelled and/or rescheduled due to low registration A Note […]
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