Call 847-259-6050 x134 to schedule
Get friendly help doing anything from basic computer skills to using the library's 24/7 online research tools.
Bring your question along with your laptop, e-reader, tablet or phone (or we can use a library computer) for a free 30-minute One-on-One session.
Get help with:
• Reading eBooks and audiobooks
• Setting up a profile for free online classes (Linkedin Learning)
• Basic computer skills
• Setting up an e-mail account
• Microsoft Word
• Google Docs
• Microsoft Excel
• Google Sheets
• Other Microsoft and Google tools
Please come ready with a specific goal and we will do our best to assist you.
PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to fix malfunctioning devices, troubleshoot operating system updates or fix malware or viruses.

Pickup starts October 4

Never stop growing during National Book Month this October. Celebrate with us and take home a special bulb kit when you check out a book or audiobook starting October 4. Take home kit for all ages, one per household. Supplies are limited.

Kit contains daffodil, grape hyacinth, and species tulip bulbs. You provide dirt and containers (it's the perfect chance to re-use any supplies from prior kits) OR pick a sunny spot near your home! Choking hazard; not for children under 3 years.

Ages: 13+
Directions, resources, and basic materials will be included in each kit.
Register and pick up your kit at the Readers Services Desk beginning the first day of each month.

• December: Photo CD ornament or holiday card
• January: Popsicle stick hanging snowman
• February: Pom-pom valentine

December 17th - 19th | 12:00 - 8:30 p.m.

High school students can study for finals in the Teen Area. Drinks and snacks will be provided.

Color away your stress and anxiety at our monthly in-person meetings. We’ll learn about art resources and color together.

Mondays| 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
• December 9th: Winter Scenes
• January 13th: Patterns
• February 10th: Romance

Can’t join us? A limited supply of take-home coloring sheet packets are available after the in-person meetings. To reserve a seat or request a packet call Nana at 847-259-6050 x133 or email creativecoloring@rmlib.org.

Wednesday, December 11th | 6:30 - 8:80 p.m.

Chef Cherise Slattery shows us how to make a Christmas star bread studded with pistachios and strawberry jam, and pull-apart Christmas tree buns with roasted red pepper and white cheddar. Enjoy samples and get the recipes. Register early, spots are limited!

Sunday, December 15th | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Tis the season to be merry. The Festive Singers are an a cappella quartet that enliven the season with holiday music and spirit. Dressed in their best Dickens-style gay apparel, they perform Christmas and Hanukkah favorites from their large repertoire of traditional and contemporary favorites. The singers have performed all over the Chicagoland area, whether on stage at libraries, corporate events, country clubs, and retirement communities, or strolling among groups of shoppers and tourists.

Tuesday, December 17th | 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Featured spice: Sumac
Learn about a spice or herb, try it out at home, and come back to talk with others about your experiences with this new quarterly spice club. Information sheet, reading & resource list, recipes, and spice packet provided. Sign up early, supplies are limited.

Wednesday, December 18th | 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Chicago was once home to the world’s largest amusement park. Join us for lots of fun with pictures and stories about this amazing park that opened in 1904. Relive the past with historian Cheryl Brown as she explains the rides and attractions. Discover why it suddenly closed in 1967 and take a close look at authentic memorabilia from the park.

Tuesday, January 7th | 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Clarence Goodman returns with Part II of his “Chicago Mob” series. We’ll learn about the post-Capone period and the Mob’s move into the modern era.

Wednesday, January 8th | 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Get help in the job-search grind with this free job search program featuring all the library resources available for job hunters. Topics include resources for: analyzing career prospects, writing a résumé and cover letter, preparing for a job interview, learning about job search resources, and using AI tools to accelerate your job search..

January 13 to March 9

Someone has stolen a valuable book. Can you determine who committed the crime, what weapon they used, and where they hid the book? Your search begins at the scene of the crime….

Wednesday, January 15th | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Creativebug has thousands of art and craft video classes taught by design experts and artists. Your RML library card gives you access to this amazing resource. Bring your library card and PIN and we’ll get you on the road to discovering a new hobby.

Thursday, January 16th | 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Debra Ann Miller portrays Agatha Christie in 1950 as she accompanies her archeologist husband to Iran. There, she reminisces about her childhood, her life as a writer and adventurer, and contemplates writing her autobiography, a 20-year project.

Friday, January 17th | 1:15 - 4:45 p.m.

Enjoy creating Japanese-inspired origami to make for yourself or to give to a friend. All materials will be provided with instructions and samples to view. While supplies last.

Sunday, January 19th | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Kaleen Dolan, vocalist and pianist, will perform your requests in this fun and lively show. You’ll feel like you’re at a trendy piano bar where you can call out requests for your favorite songs, and even sing along if you feel like it. Kaleen was raised in Franklin Park, and is now a dueling piano bar player based in Chicago. She is accomplished and well known in the piano industry as well as in the Chicago music scene, and has spent the last ten years professionally performing shows for clients all over the world. She is now the music director at The Redhead Piano Bar in downtown Chicago and has been published on the American Library Association’s Programming Librarian website. Join us to hear Kaleen play the piano and sing your favorites.

Tuesday, January 21st | 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

The 2025 Public Domain got a lot bigger, with some rather notable additions coming out of copyright. Learn what the public domain is, why it’s so complicated, and why it matters. But it's not all serious—we'll have some images and quotes printed out for you to make your own remix with while you listen.

Wednesday, January 22th | 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Don’t miss this chance to elevate your business to new heights. Discover a treasure trove of resources designed exclusively for small business owners and future entrepreneurs. Learn how to get the most out of databases, market research tools, books, magazines, and AI tools, all tailored to help you succeed in your entrepreneurial journey.

Wednesday, January 29th | 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Curious about investing but don’t know where to start? Look no further! Learn about library resources available to investors including: Morningstar, Weiss Ratings, Value Line, and more. Whether you’re looking to save for retirement, or just make a little extra money on the side, all are welcome to come.

Thursday, January 30th | 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

John Kokoris shares tips for a successful visit to the Shawnee National Forest: landmarks, trails, lodging, and food. Learn about the region’s fascinating history, from waterfalls to BBQ to the Big Muddy Monster.

Thursday, February 6th | 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Stories from Anne Shimojima that will fill your heart for Valentine’s Day. Last year she mesmerized us with the history of her family in WWII Japanese incarceration camps. Now she offers her storytelling skills with stories all about love—love lost, love found, love everlasting.

Saturday, February 8th | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

We’ll show you which apps to use and get your device set up to read magazines and newspapers on your computer or tablet. Bring your RML library card, device, and login information in order to get started reading our digital magazines.

Thursday, February 13th | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

It’s Oscar time again! We’ll soon know what the best picture of the year is, but what about some of the great films of the past that never won an Oscar? Some of our favorites are bound to be on that list. Barry Bradford will discuss some of the best films with no Oscars.

Friday, February 14th | 1:15 - 4:45 p.m.

Enjoy creating Japanese-inspired origami to make for yourself or to give to a friend. All materials will be provided with instructions and samples to view. While supplies last.

Sunday, February 16th | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

After the pandemic, Denny Svehla began referring to himself as “The World’s Okayest Vocalist.” You’ve enjoyed his Neil Diamond and Tribute to Musicals shows, and now he pays tribute to the hit makers from the 50s/60s pop era, 70s soft rock, folk music, musicals, and country music. It’s a real variety show full of music, stories, and fun. He began his career as a vocalist after landing the role of Billy Bigelow in “Carousel.” Ever since then he has been on stage, including a tour of the country performing a tribute to Neil Diamond’s music. Denny has also performed regularly in Branson, Missouri, and at numerous venues in Nashville. He’s been performing lunch shows at White Fence Farm since 2006 and is adding new locations for his shows in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Ohio, and Iowa.

Saturday, March 1st | 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Celebrate this year’s Oscars with a glamorous in-person program. Learn interesting facts about this year’s major categories and nominees, and receive a swag bag filled with light movie snacks to enjoy while attending. Make your winning predictions to enter our raffle!

Pickup starts October 4

Never stop growing during National Book Month this October. Celebrate with us and take home a special bulb kit when you check out a book or audiobook starting October 4. Take home kit for all ages, one per household. Supplies are limited.

Kit contains daffodil, grape hyacinth, and species tulip bulbs. You provide dirt and containers (it's the perfect chance to re-use any supplies from prior kits) OR pick a sunny spot near your home! Choking hazard; not for children under 3 years.