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Harwood Heights, IL 60706
708-867-7828

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Classic Superhero Serials: Part Fourteen

Classic Superhero Serials: Part Fourteen

February 7, 2022 | Comments Off on Classic Superhero Serials: Part Fourteen

Mondays, December 06 - March 14, 7:00 PM.

Today, superheroes rule the big screen. But that isn't a new phenomenon. Each week this winter, join us on our Facebook page for online screenings of the classic serial adventures of Batman, Captain America, The Green Hornet, and Captain Marvel.

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Criterion Collection: Certain Women

Criterion Collection: Certain Women

February 6, 2022 | Comments Off on Criterion Collection: Certain Women

Each week we're recommending a movie from the film lover's favorite home video company, Criterion. The Criterion Collection is dedicated to gathering the greatest films from around the world and publishing them in editions of the highest technical quality with supplemental features that enhance the appreciation of the art of film. This week, Certain Women.


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LitWorks Teen Book Fest

LitWorks Teen Book Fest

February 5, 2022 | Comments Off on LitWorks Teen Book Fest

March 05, 2022, 11:45 AM - 4:45 PM.

LitWorks, our annual teen book fest in cooperation with Ridgewood High School is back for 2022! This March, meet and make connections with some of your favorite (or soon to be favorite) authors.

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Remote Control by Nnedi Okorafor

Remote Control by Nnedi Okorafor

February 4, 2022 | Comments Off on Remote Control by Nnedi Okorafor

Fatima has always known that the seed found her, rather than the other way around. When a powerful politician catches wind of Fatima’s special seed, he offers a great deal of money to her family for it. Fatima’s parents sell her seed, unaware of the unspeakable consequences to come.


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Disney’s Encanto

Disney’s Encanto

February 3, 2022 | Comments Off on Disney’s Encanto

Let's talk about Bruno! And Mirabel, and Félix... and Luisa... and Julieta... and Dolores... and all the other family members in the Madrigal family... including the house itself! (Though I will admit that Bruno is my favorite!)


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I Hope This Finds You Well: Poems by Kate Baer

I Hope This Finds You Well: Poems by Kate Baer

February 3, 2022 | Comments Off on I Hope This Finds You Well: Poems by Kate Baer

Kate Baer is no stranger to social media. And like many other women writers, she is no stranger to messages in her inbox. Many, many messages. Some uplifting, about how her poetry and writing has validated and empowered aspects of their lives.


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1 Week Until Battle Begins!

1 Week Until Battle Begins!

February 2, 2022 | Comments Off on 1 Week Until Battle Begins!

Battle of the Books competition officially opens next Wednesday with the Practice Battle. During the Practice Battle the rules will be reviewed and your team competes against the other school’s teams- just like a real battle. The Practice Battle points …


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Valentine’s Day Bookworm Coloring Page

Valentine’s Day Bookworm Coloring Page

February 2, 2022 | Comments Off on Valentine’s Day Bookworm Coloring Page

It's almost Valentine's Day, the time of year to express your love. We hope you love the library so we made this bookworm coloring page for you to download, print, and color. Of course we'll have some copies in Kids World for you to pick up when you're here for a visit.


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