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Curiosity Cafe

Isaac Lidsky: The Brain and Your Reality
2019-11-12 10:30:00 2019-11-12 11:30:00 America/Chicago Curiosity Cafe Des Plaines Public Library - 4th Floor Forum

Tuesday, November 12
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2019-11-12 10:30:00 2019-11-12 11:30:00 America/Chicago Curiosity Cafe Des Plaines Public Library - 4th Floor Forum

Des Plaines Public Library

4th Floor Forum

Come view a TED video talk and join the group discussion. The speaker will explain reality isn't something you perceive; it's something you create in your mind.

Coffee Included!

After the discussion, staff remains to answer questions about library resources and technology.

Curious? Click this link to be directed to the talk.

The next Curiosity Cafe is Tuesday, November 19.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult Program |

TAGS: | Science and Technology |

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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

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DIY Teen Fandom Toploader Cards - Registration Required
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Canvas
Celebrate your favorite fandom by decorating your own toploader in The Canvas! For grades 7th-12th grade. Registration Required.
Book a Teen Librarian
Thu, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Come in and get to know your teen librarians!
Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning Basics - Registration Required
Thu, Oct 01, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room A
Learn about wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate & guardianship. Attorney Ehrensaft will explain how to ensure your final wishes are protected and create or update a plan appropriate for you.
SAT Practice Test
Sat, Oct 03, 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 SAT Practice Test presented by iAchieve Learning.
Life Drawing at the Library 2026
Sat, Oct 03, 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.  
Film Screening - The Devil Wears Prada 2
Sat, Oct 03, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
A free screening of the feature length film The Devil Wears Prada 2.
Medicare 101
Tue, Oct 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
What Medicare covers, what it doesn't, and your potential out-of-pocket exposure.
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Scare-E-Oke Karaoke Night
Wed, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library
A 20's and 30's event. Join us for a hauntingly good night of costumes, screaming tunes, and some killer vibes! Must be 21+.
Mexican Candy Taste Test for Teens - Drop-in
Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Join us to taste different types of Mexican candy!
Book a Teen Librarian
Thu, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Come in and get to know your teen librarians!
Friday Night Films - If I Had Legs I'd Kick You
Fri, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 8:20pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
A free screening of the independent film If I Had Legs I'd Kick You.
The Librarians - Film Screening and Discussion
Sat, Oct 10, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
A screening of the award winning documentary film The Librarians.
Small Claims Court and Arbitration Proceedings - Registration Required
Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room A
What to expect in a small claims lawsuit.
Tuesday Morning Book Discussion: Yesteryear by Caro Burke - Registration required
Tue, Oct 13, 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.
Loteria - for Teens
Tue, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a game of Lotería and a chance to win a gift card! For teens in grades 7-12.
Happy Notes - Teen Volunteering Opportunity
Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Earn service hours by making uplifting cards for hospitalized kids! Materials will be provided. For teens in grades 7-12.
Book a Teen Librarian
Thu, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Come in and get to know your teen librarians!
Service Hour Drop In - Teen Volunteering Opportunity
Sat, Oct 17, All day
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Need some service hours? Join us in The Commons where we will have different service options once a month. For teens in grades 7-12.
FilmTalkTuesdays: Rosemary's Baby (1968) - Registration required
Tue, Oct 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual via Zoom
Join us every other Tuesday to discuss a film from Hoopla or Kanopy.
Preserving History with Geoffrey Baer - In Conversation with Shermann "Dilla" Thomas
Tue, Oct 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual via Zoom
Join Geoffrey Baer, beloved Chicago historian, storyteller, and host of numerous PBS programs for a conversation with Emmy-Award-winning Chicago historian Shermann "Dilla" Thomas. Register
Teen Crafternoons - Hand Sewn Bat
Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Open maker workshop. Sample our featured technology or bring your own project to work on. October Spotlight: hand sewn bats.
Liberation Bookmarks - Teen Volunteering Opportunity
Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Earn service hours by making bookmarks for incarcerated youth! Materials will be provided. For teens in grades 7-12.
Book a Teen Librarian
Thu, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Come in and get to know your teen librarians!
Thursday Evening Book Discussion - Drive Your Plow by Olga Tokarczuk - Registration required
Thu, Oct 22, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B
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.
Book a Teen Librarian
Thu, Oct 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Come in and get to know your teen librarians!
Happy Notes - Teen Volunteering Opportunity
Thu, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Earn service hours by making uplifting cards for hospitalized kids! Materials will be provided. For teens in grades 7-12.
Book a Teen Librarian
Thu, Nov 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Come in and get to know your teen librarians!
Downsizing and Decluttering - Registration Required
Fri, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room A
Helpful for older adults and empty nesters.
Friday Night Films
Fri, Nov 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
A free screening of an international, independent or documentary film.
ACT Practice Test
Sat, Nov 07, 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.
Life Drawing at the Library 2026
Sat, Nov 07, 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.  
The Saddle Shoe Sisters - Retro Girl Group / Registration Required
Sun, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
The Saddle Shoe Sisters perform top hits from the 1940s - 1960s. Pure nostalgic fun.
Tuesday Morning Book Discussion: Theo of Golden - Registration required
Tue, Nov 10, 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.
Book a Teen Librarian
Thu, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Come in and get to know your teen librarians!
Words, Power, and Community: Dr. Eve L. Ewing - In Conversation with Brandis Friedman
Thu, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual via Zoom
Engage in a thoughtful conversation with Dr. Eve L. Ewing, author, educator, poet, and cultural organizer whose work explores race, education, identity and community. Register
Railroad Ties - Documentary Film Screening
Thu, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
Learn how the railroad and access to it shaped the development of Arlington Heights, Des Plaines, and Mount Prospect. Documentary film screening.
Service Hour Drop In - Teen Volunteering Opportunity
Sat, Nov 14, All day
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Need some service hours? Join us in The Commons where we will have different service options once a month. For teens in grades 7-12.
Film Screening - Michael / Registration Required
Sat, Nov 14, 1:30pm - 3:40pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
A free screening of the feature length film Michael.
FilmTalkTuesdays: At Eternity's Gate (2018) - Registration required
Tue, Nov 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual via Zoom
Join us every other Tuesday to discuss a film from Hoopla or Kanopy.
20s & 30s Book Club: Invisible Life of Addie Larue - Registration required
Wed, Nov 18, 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.
Liberation Bookmarks - Teen Volunteering Opportunity
Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Earn service hours by making bookmarks for incarcerated youth! Materials will be provided. For teens in grades 7-12.
Book a Teen Librarian
Thu, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Come in and get to know your teen librarians!
Thursday Evening Book Discussion: Five Decembers - Registration required
Thu, Nov 19, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - 4th Floor Forum
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.
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