Saturday, April 26, 2025.
Community Kindness Day is an annual event when residents of Norridge and Harwood Heights pledge to commit acts of kindness! Visit Eisenhower on Kindness Day for ways to be kind to the community and to yourself. See what else is going on in the community on the Kindness Day Facebook Page.
Kindness Awards
March 26 – April 26, 2025
Who is the kindest person you know? Nominate a friend, family member, or neighbor in Norridge or Harwood Heights who demonstrates kindness in the community. Tell us a short story about why you think they deserve recognition. Winners will be chosen to win goodie bags of books or movies and their story might be included in our upcoming book of local history! Submit nominations below, find a paper form in the Library, or print your own.
Norwood Community Connections
Please take a minute to complete a survey from Norwood Community Connections a cooperative project between representatives from governmental bodies, special districts, and non-profit organizations in Norridge and Harwood Heights promoting social and mental wellness in our community.
Kindness Crafts
Saturday, April 26, 2025. 10:00am-5:00pm
Drop by Kids World or the Workshop to work on a kindness craft or pick up a take and make craft kit. We’ll have projects for crafters of all ages.
Day of Service: Community Cleanup
Saturday, April 26, 2025. 11:00am-2:00pm
We’ve teamed up with the Villages of Norridge and Harwood Heights to clean up specific areas of our community. Find more information and sign up to volunteer for only one hour. We will provide clean-up kits!
Spring Clean Your Book Collection
Saturday, April 26, 2025. 10:00am-12:00pm
Our partners at Knowledge Exchange, a local organization with the mission of keeping books out of the trash and getting them into the hands of the people who want them most, will be here to take any of your unwanted books. Donations that cannot be reused will be responsibly recycled.
Random Acts of Kindness Bingo
Saturday, April 26, 2025. 10:00am-5:00pm
Visit us today to pick up your Random Acts of Kindness Bingo Card or download and print your own. Complete any five suggested bingo squares and return your card by the end of April to be entered into a prize drawing.
Puzzle Swap
Saturday, April 26, 2025.10:00am-12:00pm
Refresh your jigsaw puzzle collection by swapping out one of your old ones for a new-to-you puzzle. After noon, all remaining puzzles will be free, even if you don’t have one to swap! Have a puzzle you’d like to donate? Bring it to the Answers Desk prior to April 26th.
Kindness Craft Supply Swap
Have craft supplies you no longer need? Looking for some creative inspiration? Join us for a craft supply swap! Drop off unneeded but usable supplies and pick up some new-to-you materials.
New or gently used craft supply donations will be accepted on Friday, April 25th from 9:30am-4:30pm. Those who donate on Friday will receive a ticket for early entry to Saturday’s event. You do not have to make a donation to attend. All items are free!
- Crafters with a ticket can attend from 10:00-11:00am
- Doors open to the public from 11:00am-1:00pm
Suggested donations: fabric, thread, scrapbook paper, crafting books, kids craft kits, jewelry supplies, yarn, crochet hooks, knitting needles, etc.
Mercy Home Activity Supplies Drive
April 1-May 6, 2025
Since 1887, Mercy Home for Boys & Girls has provided children and families with healing and tools to build brighter futures. It gives children who’ve experienced abuse, neglect, or violence a safe home, educational support, and career guidance.
From now until May 6th, we’re accepting donations of fun activity supplies for the residents of Mercy Home. Donations suggestions include cards, pencil pouches, adult coloring books, keychains, art supplies, water bottles, fidget toys, stuffed animals, Legos, board games, or puzzle books. Anything you think would be fun for a boys and girls ages 12-22 is welcome.
Look for the donation bin in the Library vestibule. Have questions or a large donation? Call our Social Services team at 708-867-2293.
More Community Kindness Day Activities
Pennoyer School
11:00am-1:00pm
Flower Pot Painting/Decorating
Kindness Posters
Read Alouds
School Cleanup
Chalk the Walk
More…
Acacia Park Lutheran Church
March 9-April 25
During each week of Lent donate the listed items.
- 3/9/2025: Soap
- 3/16/2025: Soap
- 3/23/2025: Deodorant
- 3/30/2025: Nail Clippers
- 4/6/2025: Soap
- 4/13/2025: Toothbrushes & Toothpaste
We will also take any other “hygiene” type items you may want to donate including soap, shampoo, washcloths (new), and lotion. To coordinate a local drop off or pickup please contact acaciaparkchurch@gmail.com.
Salvation Army
April 1-26
Visit the Salvation Army, or the Village Halls of Norridge and Harwood Heights with diapers, pullups, and wipes to “fill the playpen” and help out new families.
Jennifer Adams & Harwood Heights Recreation Center
Free fitness classes. No need to register, just come on in.
Seated Stretch, Flex, and Tone
April 23, 10:30am
Zumba
April 24, 6:00pm
Dance Fitness
April 26, 9:00am
Norwood Park Township
March 10-April 25
Drop off canned and shelf-stable food donations at the Norwood Park Township office for their Kindness Day Food Drive.
7833 W Lawrence, Norridge.
Gratitude Generation
April 26, 10:00am-12:00pm
Join Gratitude Generation at Leigh School to volunteer to make gift bags for local First Responders. All ages welcome.
Norridge School District 80 & PTA
April 26, 10:00am-12:00pm
Visit Leigh School to make a family gratitude journal. All ages welcome.