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Curiosity Cafe: Online Zoom Event

Sethembile Mzesane: Living sculptures to depict history

2021-05-13 12:30:00 2021-05-13 13:30:00 America/Chicago Curiosity Cafe: Online Zoom Event Online Zoom Event -

Thursday, May 13
12:30pm - 1:30pm

Add to Calendar 2021-05-13 12:30:00 2021-05-13 13:30:00 America/Chicago Curiosity Cafe: Online Zoom Event Online Zoom Event -

Let's join together via Zoom to watch and discuss this TED video talk about human statues instead of those set in stone. We'll show the video through the Zoom platform and watch together. Curious? Here is the talk.

Registration is required for this virtual program on Zoom. Sign up HERE for this event to receive the Zoom meeting link.

 

If you need help using Zoom, see our guide at https://dppl.org/blog/post/how-to-video-conference-with-zoom or email us at askalibrarian@dppl.org.

 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult Program | Adult Class |

TAGS: | Science and Technology |

Des Plaines Public Library

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Fri, Mar 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Sat, Mar 30 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 31 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

Thu, Mar 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
All furry pets deserve to play in style! Join us as we make a posh no-sew fleece tug toy for a pup or feline in need and earn service hours. For teens in grades 7-12.

Sat, Mar 30, 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.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Apr 01, 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.

Mon, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - 4th Floor Forum
Come to our open session to play Baduk (the board game Go) with others, and an experienced player who can answer questions. Beginners and walk-ins are welcome. Please register to reserve your spot.

Wed, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual via Zoom
Join us for a special event with Dr. Temple Grandin, one of the world's most accomplished and well-known adults with autism.

Sat, Apr 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - 4th Floor Forum
Where the fairies come alive through the gift of your imagination. All the makings to create your very own magical Fairy Garden are provided.
This event is full

Mon, Apr 08, 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.

Canceled
Mon, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library
Come to our open session to play Baduk (the board game Go) with others, and an experienced player who can answer questions. Beginners and walk-ins are welcome. Please register to reserve your spot.

Thu, Apr 11, 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.

Sat, Apr 13, 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.

Sat, Apr 13, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
Barbie and Ken leave Barbie Land to visit the real world. This visually dazzling comedy film grossed more than one billion dollars at the box office.

Mon, Apr 15, 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.

Mon, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - 4th Floor Forum
Come to our open session to play Baduk (the board game Go) with others, and an experienced player who can answer questions. Beginners and walk-ins are welcome. Please register to reserve your spot.

Tue, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - 4th Floor Forum
Navigate conflicting nutrition information with confidence.

Thu, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Where teens plan programs and and participate in library events while having fun eating snacks and making new friends.

Fri, Apr 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Des Plaines Public Library - 4th Floor Forum
Learn what the Weiss Financial Ratings database can do for you & your finances!

Fri, Apr 19, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
A free screening of the international film Anatomy of a Fall.

Sat, Apr 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Learn to draw the human body with a clothed model, located in the 3rd Floor Commons. Drop in with no registration required; open to adults, seniors, and teens.  

Mon, Apr 22, 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.

Mon, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
New venue Des Plaines Public Library - 4th Floor Forum
Come to our open session to play Baduk (the board game Go) with others, and an experienced player who can answer questions. Beginners and walk-ins are welcome. Please register to reserve your spot.

Mon, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B
We're reusing and recycling by creating a new work of art from an old board book! Altered books are a great springboard for artistic self-expression. Please register to reserve your seat.

Wed, Apr 24, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
Award-winning crime author Libby Fischer Hellmann explains how to build suspense into your writing.

Thu, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
All furry pets deserve to play in style! Join us as we make a posh no-sew fleece tug toy for a pup or feline in need and earn service hours. For teens in grades 7-12.

Sun, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
The Donna Herula Trio will play a variety of blues and Americana music styles.

Mon, Apr 29, 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.

Mon, Apr 29, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - 4th Floor Forum
How do you know what your collections are worth? Dave Ekstrom, a lifelong coin collector and retired school teacher will appraise your coin & currency collections for free. REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Mon, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - 4th Floor Forum
Come to our open session to play Baduk (the board game Go) with others, and an experienced player who can answer questions. Beginners and walk-ins are welcome. Please register to reserve your spot.

Fri, May 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
Spring into reading by crafting acrylic bookmarks with us! Paint your own flower garden and add real flowers to make the perfect reading accessory or gift.
Registration opens Friday, April 5 2024 at 9:00am

Mon, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
New venue Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
Spring into reading by crafting acrylic bookmarks with us! Paint your own flower garden and add real flowers to make the perfect reading accessory or gift.
Registration opens Friday, April 5 2024 at 9:00am

Mon, May 06, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room A
Come to our open session to play Baduk (the board game Go) with others, and an experienced player who can answer questions. Beginners and walk-ins are welcome. Please register to reserve your spot.

Tue, May 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual via Zoom
Join a conversation with Kal Penn, actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement.

Thu, May 09, 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.

Sat, May 11, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room C
Find out your starting score and identify your strengths and weaknesses by taking the ACT Practice Test presented by iAchieve Learning.

Mon, May 13, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library
Come to our open session to play Baduk (the board game Go) with others, and an experienced player who can answer questions. Beginners and walk-ins are welcome. Please register to reserve your spot.

Thu, May 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Where teens plan programs and and participate in library events while having fun eating snacks and making new friends.