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Today is Wednesday,
October 21st, 2026

  • Joe Ziemba Presents: To Bataan and Back: How the NFL Survived WWII
    October 21, 2026 - 6:00 pm
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  • Joe Ziemba Presents: To Bataan and Back: How the NFL Survived WWII

    Mario “Motts” Tonelli became a national celebrity as a bruising fullback at Notre Dame and for the NFL’s Chicago Cardinals. Tonelli willingly gave up his football career and volunteered for

    October 21 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • History of Cemeteries

    Cemeteries have evolved from ancient, informal burial sites into landscaped, public spaces, tracing a history from pre-historic graves to urban churchyards and finally, to 19th-century rural, park-like environments. Originally, the

    October 26 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Halloween Bash

    Fun for the whole family with crafts, music, and treats. Be sure to come in costume! Call 708-448-2855 to register. 

    October 29 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Library Closed due to inclement weather

Due to the anticipated inclement weather, and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of our staff and patrons, the library will be closed Friday and Saturday. We plan to reopen at 9am on Monday, January 15th. Still need something to read? We are open till 8pm...

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Late Opening

The Library will be opening at 12:00 pm (Noon) on Wednesday, April 26th due to plumbing repairs.

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October 21st, 10:00 am

Drop in tonight!Mario “Motts” Tonelli became a national celebrity as a bruising fullback at Notre Dame and for the NFL’s Chicago Cardinals. Tonelli willingly gave up his football career and volunteered for the U.S. Army prior to World War II where he spent the entire conflict as a Japanese prisoner. With hundreds of players in the service during the war, the NFL struggled to survive until they came up with creative solutions. But the league, and Tonelli, persevered. This program chronicles Tonelli, the NFL players, and their amazing stories of determination and survival in order to return to the game they loved! ...
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October 20th, 12:00 pm

Drop in tonight!Halloween isn’t just for kids! Join us for a rocking Halloween costume party featuring Mr. Riley’s Ghost. Come dressed as your favorite rock star, whether it’s a Beatle, Bob Marley, Elvis Presley, Tina Turner, or any music legend you admire. Enjoy an evening of great music, fun, and festive Halloween spirit. Show off your creativity for a chance to win our costume contest, with prizes awarded to the first- and second-place winners. Grab your friends, put on your best rock star attire, and get ready to rock the night away! ...
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