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Seashell Soap

2025-08-30 13:00:00 2025-08-30 16:30:00 America/Chicago Seashell Soap Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room A

Saturday, August 30
1:00pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-30 13:00:00 2025-08-30 16:30:00 America/Chicago Seashell Soap Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room A

Don't want summer to end? Join us under the sea to make some realistic sea shell soap! 

Please call the 3rd floor to register for a session or come in-person to register! Call at (847) 376-2840

REGISTRATION STARTS AUGUST 9th, 2025

*For Adults and Teens (7th grade & up)

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Teen Program | Adult Program | 20s/30s Program |

TAGS: | Art and Crafts |

Des Plaines Public Library
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Mon, Aug 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Aug 12 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Aug 13 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Aug 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Sat, Aug 16 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 17 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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The 1501 Ellinwood Street library building is the realization of a longheld dream of the library board, staff and community partners. Located in the heart of downtown Des Plaines, the four story, 82,000 square foot building represents the community's commitment to reading, lifelong learning, and a center for family activities. A grand central staircase and large windows provide a wealth of natural light and illuminate the building at night.

Upcoming events

Friday Night Films - The Ballad of Wallis Island
Fri, Aug 15, 6:30pm - 8:10pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
A free screening of the independent film The Ballad of Wallis Island.
Mario Kart Tournament 2025 @ DPPL
Sat, Aug 16, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
Think you got what it takes to be a Mario Kart Champion?! Join us and other competitive gamers for an exciting competition where there only be 3 winners!
Teen Take & Make - Rock Photo Holder
Mon, Aug 18, All day
Des Plaines Public Library - 3rd Floor
Take & Make Kits are fun crafts you can take home and make on your own time. Drop in to pick up your kit throughout the month! Available while supplies last. For teens in grades 7-12.
Book a Teen Librarian
Mon, Aug 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Come in and get to know your teen librarians!
Book a Teen Librarian
Tue, Aug 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Come in and get to know your teen librarians!
FilmTalkTuesdays - The Wages of Fear
Tue, Aug 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual via Zoom
Join us every other Tuesday to discuss a film from Hoopla or Kanopy.
Book Discussion - Frisbie Senior Center - The Kitchen Front by Jennifer Ryan
Wed, Aug 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frisbie Senior Center
A library staff member will lead a book discussion at the Frisbie Senior Center. Books are available at the 3rd floor Readers Services desk two months in advance.
Teen Ice Cream Social
Wed, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
***For grades 7th-12th Join us for a back-to-school ice cream social, with a topping bar!
Book a Teen Librarian
Wed, Aug 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Come in and get to know your teen librarians!
A Feast of Facts & Fables - Team Trivia Knight
Fri, Aug 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
Join as a team (up to six) or come as an individual. Play for a chance to win awesome prizes.
This event is full
ACT Practice Test
Sat, Aug 23, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room A
Find out your starting score and identify your strengths and weaknesses by taking the ACT Practice Test presented by iAchieve Learning.
Film Screening - Gladiator II
Sat, Aug 23, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
A free screening of the feature film Gladiator II.
Teen Take & Make - Rock Photo Holder
Mon, Aug 25, All day
Des Plaines Public Library - 3rd Floor
Take & Make Kits are fun crafts you can take home and make on your own time. Drop in to pick up your kit throughout the month! Available while supplies last. For teens in grades 7-12.
Book a Teen Librarian
Mon, Aug 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Come in and get to know your teen librarians!
Book a Teen Librarian
Tue, Aug 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Come in and get to know your teen librarians!
Book a Teen Librarian
Wed, Aug 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Come in and get to know your teen librarians!
Say That Again: Writing Dialogue
Wed, Aug 27, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
Learn the art and craft of creating more complex and dynamic dialogue.
Thursday Evening Book Discussion - Where They Last Saw Her by Marcie R. Rendon
Thu, Aug 28, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room C
A staff member will lead a book discussion. Books are available at the 3rd floor info desk in the public library approximately 30 days in advance.
FilmTalkTuesdays - Arrival (2016)
Tue, Sep 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual via Zoom
Join us every other Tuesday to discuss a film from Hoopla or Kanopy.
Friday Night Films - Sing Sing
Fri, Sep 05, 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
A free screening of the independent film Sing Sing.
Life Drawing at the Library 2025 - Now in the Canvas
Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Canvas
Learn to draw the human body with a clothed model, located in The Canvas on the 4th floor. Drop in with no registration required; open to adults, seniors, and teens.  
Tuesday Morning Book Discussion - Their Eyes Were Watching God
Tue, Sep 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
A staff member will lead a book discussion. Books are available at the 3rd floor info desk in the public library approximately 30 days in advance.
Film Screening
Sat, Sep 13, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
A free screening of a feature length film.
Wycinanki: Poland's Art of Paper Cutting - A Hands-On Workshop
Mon, Sep 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
Learn about wycinanki and make your own colorful design to take home.
Wycinanki: Poland's Art of Paper Cutting - A Hands-On Workshop
Mon, Sep 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
Learn about wycinanki and make your own colorful design to take home.
Code Q - Social Club
Tue, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Are you or your best friend an LGBTQ teen? Join us and show your support as we watch movies, play games and interact about topics that support the LGBTQ youth. For teens in grades 7-12.
Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns
Tue, Sep 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual via Zoom
Join us for a visit with Emmy-nominated actor Steve Burns. He will be joined in conversation with Arionne Nettles, a Chicago based storyteller and cultural reporter.
FilmTalkTuesdays - Portrait of a Lady on Fire
Tue, Sep 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual via Zoom
Join us every other Tuesday to discuss a film from Hoopla or Kanopy.
20s & 30s Book Club - The Three-Body Problem by Liu Cixin
Wed, Sep 24, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room A
A staff member will lead a book discussion. Books are available at the 3rd floor info desk in the public library approximately 30 days in advance.
Medicare 101
Thu, Sep 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room A
This educational seminar will get you up to speed on what Medicare covers, what it doesn't and your potential out of pocket exposure.
Thursday Evening Book Discussion - Dream State by Eric Puchner
Thu, Sep 25, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room C
A staff member will lead a book discussion. Books are available at the 3rd floor info desk in the public library approximately 30 days in advance.
Mystery at Magnolia Gardens - Nancy Drew Interactive Game
Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
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Life Drawing at the Library 2025 - Now in the Canvas
Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Canvas
Learn to draw the human body with a clothed model, located in The Canvas on the 4th floor. Drop in with no registration required; open to adults, seniors, and teens.  
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