• Bilingual Baby & Toddler Storytime • Tiempo de Lectura Bilingüe para Bebés y Niños

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    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    Join us for Baby & Toddler Storytime, where you and your little one can bond over interactive songs, rhymes, and stories! This special session is designed for babies and toddlers and their caregivers to enjoy together. Come for a joyful experience filled with music and storytelling! • • • Únase a nosotros para el Tiempo […]

  • Teen Reading Power Hour • Hora de Lectura para Adolescentes

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    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    Once a week, YA staff powers down the computers for an hour and challenges teens to read. For every 2 hours read in the library, teens will be awarded a special prize! • • • Una vez por semana, el personal de YA apaga las computadoras durante una hora y reta a los adolescentes a […]

  • Reading Forts • Rincón de Lectura

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    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    Participants are invited to build their own reading fort or find a cozy spot to sit back and read for one hour. A calm and creative activity designed to enjoy reading in a welcoming environment. • • • Se invita a crear un pequeño fuerte de lectura o a encontrar un espacio cómodo para crear […]

  • Alfabetización Digital Northstar en Español

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    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    Northstar Digital Literacy le ayuda a aprender a usar la computadora e internet. Con estas clases podrás hacer cosas importantes como mandar correos, llenar formularios y comunicarte mejor en tu vida diaria. ¡Aumenta las habilidades digitales a través de Northstar Digital Literacy! ONE ON ONE-DROP IN SIN CITA PREVIA

  • English Foundations and Conversation In Partnership with Dist 113 • Fundamentos de Inglés y Conversación en Colaboración con el Distrito 113

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    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    In partnership with District 113, we invite you to join this program designed to help participants build essential English language skills and gain confidence in everyday conversations. Through interactive sessions, attendees will strengthen their vocabulary, improve pronunciation, and practice speaking in a supportive and welcoming environment. This program is ideal for beginners or those looking […]

  • HLCC Book Club: The Sisters Brothers • HLCC Club de Lectura

    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    Join us for an engaging and welcoming book discussion at Highwood Library & Community Center. Each month, we explore a new title, diving into stories that spark conversation, expand perspectives, and bring our community together. Whether you’ve finished the book or are just getting started, come ready to share your thoughts and connect with fellow readers. […]

  • Charlas con Propósito

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    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    Aprenda información básica sobre diferentes temas de salud y recursos importantes para toda la familia. Temas para Junio 2026 09 de julio – El Duelo 16 de julio – Salud Hepática: Cuidando de su Hígado 23 de julio – La Música, El Baile y La Salud 30 de julio – Ronda Sorpresa: Juego interactivo basado […]

  • Mindful Thursday • Jueves de Bienestar para Niños

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    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    This program gives children a space to learn how to give their bodies and minds a conscious break. It is part of our commitment to supporting mental health and wellness, starting at a young age! July 02th – Sand Art – 6:00 PM July 09th – Calm Play – 6:00PM July 16th – Nature Faces – 6:00PM […]

  • The Reset Room (Teen Group Therapy) • Grupo de Apoyo para Adolescentes

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    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    Stop by The Reset Room to learn strategies for stress management & discuss what’s happening in your day-to-day life with our friend Matt, a trained therapist. • • • Visite The Reset Room para aprender estrategias para manejar el estrés y hablar sobre lo que pasa en su vida diaria con Matt, un terapeuta capacitado

  • Spanish Conversation Circle • Círculo de Conversación en Español

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    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    Looking to practice or improve your Spanish? Our fun and friendly conversation group is perfect for adults at all levels. Whether you’re just starting or are already fluent, you’re invited to come hablar en español in a relaxed, informal setting. Fridays, July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31  | 10:30AM – 11:15AM Registration is not required. • […]

  • Alfabetización Digital Northstar en Español

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    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    Northstar Digital Literacy le ayuda a aprender a usar la computadora e internet. Con estas clases podrás hacer cosas importantes como mandar correos, llenar formularios y comunicarte mejor en tu vida diaria. ¡Aumenta las habilidades digitales a través de Northstar Digital Literacy! With Carolina Ibarra ONE ON ONE-DROP IN SIN CITA PREVIA

  • Teen After Hours • Tiempo para Adolescentes After Hours

    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    The library is staying open late just for teens! Join us for a special After Hours Join the YA staff for the Library Olympics (Compete in a series of "Minute-To-Win-It" style challenges around the library to determine the winner of the first Library Olympics) Participants will test their speed, skill, and creativity through a series of […]

  • Caminatas Comunitarias

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    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    Evento familiar donde nos reunimos en grupo para caminar, aprender y compartir en comunidad. Las mascotas son bienvenidas. Se sugiere usar protector solar, gorra y lentes de sol para nuestro cuidado en estas temperaturas cálidas. Punto de encuentro: estacionamiento junto a la biblioteca.

  • Computer Basics Level II • Clases de Computación Básica Nivel II

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    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    Learn Google Docs, Sheets, Calendar, and Canva to boost your tech confidence. Complete the registration form at the front desk. Contact Aurora at adultlit@highwoodlibrary.org for more information. • • • Aprenda a usar Google Docs, Sheets, Calendario y Canva para aumentar su confianza tecnológica. Pase a la biblioteca para llenar el formulario de registración. Contácte […]

  • Teen Advisory Board (TAB) • Reunión de Adolescentes (TAB)

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    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    TAB is a volunteer group for middle and high school students motivated to support their community. Meet at the YA Makerspace Ideal for ages 10-18 and no registration is required! • • • TAB es un grupo de voluntarios para estudiantes de secundaria y preparatoria motivados para apoyar a su comunidad.  Nos vemos en el […]

  • Beaded Plant • Plantas con cuentas

    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    Love plants but lack the green thumb? Make your own mini beaded plant that will bring sparkle to any space you add it to! For children 4 years and older, with parents/guardians. • • • ¿Le encantan las plantas, pero no se le dan muy bien los cuidados de jardinería? ¡Cree su propia mini planta […]

  • Teen Craft Cafe • Actividad de Manualidades para Adolescentes

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    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    Join the Young Adult (YA) team in the Makerspace. We get creative with hands-on art activities this June! Perfect for young artists and makers of all skill levels! No prior art experience needed; just bring your creativity and get ready to have fun with bold colors and big ideas! July 11h: Photo Flip Books July […]

  • Take Control of Your Media: Can AI Be Fair? Understanding Bias in Artificial Intelligence

    Highwood Library & Community Center 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL, United States

    Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life, influencing the information we see, the recommendations we receive, and even decisions related to hiring, healthcare, and finance. This workshop introduces adult learners to the concept of AI bias in a clear, non-technical way. Participants will explore how AI systems learn from data, why bias can occur, […]

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