Grow a Reader
The best way to grow a reader is more than just reading! Little learners from birth to age five can join the Grow a Reader program at any time. Track the number of books you read, complete fun activities, and celebrate along the way with these challenges – designed to support early literacy in your family.
Featured Events
Israel Blackburn: A Journey from Enslaved Person to Founder of Downers Grove
Israel Blackburn, born into slavery in 1818 in Kentucky, moved to Downers Grove after serving with the Union forces in the Civil War.
Registered event for grades 6-10.
Make a flowerpot in time for gardening season.
Retired college automotive instructor Bill O’Connell will share tips on how to be a knowledgeable automotive consumer. Learn to understand and maintain your car, find a good mechanic, and be able to ask the right questions.
This book club doesn't require you to read a specific book ahead of time, it just requires a desire to discuss books!
Learn about the signs and symptoms of dementia vs. normal aging, tips for conversing with a doctor, caregiver resources, and more.
Explore the history of America's favorite teen sleuth, including the mystery of Carolyn Keene’s identity and why the Nancy Drew series has captivated generations of readers.