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Tech Social Hour: Windows 11 Tips and Tricks

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Informational, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Have you upgraded to Windows 11, or are you thinking about making the change? Bring your tips and questions, and let’s share our knowledge about Windows 11 at this beginners-level discussion.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Informational, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you upgraded to Windows 11, or are you thinking about making the change? Bring your tips and questions, and let’s share our knowledge about Windows 11 at this beginners-level discussion.

Worldwide Knit-In-Public Day

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Teen Zone at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Informational, Take & Make
Age Group:
Teens

Drop in to pick up a knitting kit. Stay for the micro lessons on knitting, crocheting, and using a drop spindle. Weather permitting, a yarn bomb will be held outside.

Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Informational, Take & Make
Event Details:

Drop in to pick up a knitting kit. Stay for the micro lessons on knitting, crocheting, and using a drop spindle. Weather permitting, a yarn bomb will be held outside.

Fitness Trackers and Smart Watches

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 2 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Informational, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Explore the latest trends and innovations in wearable devices, including smartwatches, fitness trackers, and more.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Informational, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the latest trends and innovations in wearable devices, including smartwatches, fitness trackers, and more.

Jerry Decaire’s Math & Marvels

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Informational
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Jerry Decaire is a notable comic artist for X-Men, Wolverine, and Thor. He’ll share the inside scoop on how a comic book is made, from sketches to finished product. A drawing demo and Q&A will follow.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Informational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Jerry Decaire is a notable comic artist for X-Men, Wolverine, and Thor. He’ll share the inside scoop on how a comic book is made, from sketches to finished product. A drawing demo and Q&A will follow.

Unlocking Astrology: Beginners Workshop

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 3 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Informational
Age Group:
Adults

Join our beginner's astrology workshop to explore the fundamentals, including the meanings of the 12 houses, planets, and zodiac signs. Please bring your birth date and time for a better experience. Limit of 30.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Informational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our beginner's astrology workshop to explore the fundamentals, including the meanings of the 12 houses, planets, and zodiac signs. Please bring your birth date and time for a better experience. Limit of 30.

Writing Roundup

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Study Room 1 at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Informational, Literature & Writing
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to do the writing of your choice, followed by an optional time of sharing in a supportive environment. Supplies and light refreshments will be provided. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Informational, Literature & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to do the writing of your choice, followed by an optional time of sharing in a supportive environment. Supplies and light refreshments will be provided. 

Smartphone Storage

Sunday, August 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth Services Program Room at Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Program Type:
Informational, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Is your phone running out of storage? Learn practical tips and tricks to optimize both iPhone and Android, and reclaim valuable space. Limit 15 participants. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Informational, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Is your phone running out of storage? Learn practical tips and tricks to optimize both iPhone and Android, and reclaim valuable space. Limit 15 participants. 

Disclaimer(s)

No-Show Policy

Registration is required due to limited space. If you are not able to attend, please cancel 48 hours in advance. No-shows may be waitlisted for future programs.