Family Game Night
Broadview Public Library 2226 South 16th. Avenue, Broadview, IL, United StatesSpend an evening together relaxing and having fun playing games. Snacks will be provided. (Every Wednesday except 2/14/24.)
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Youth Services Outreach
For outreach events for youth, students and families, at local schools/daycares, reach out to the youth services librarian at matheny@broadviewlibrary.org to connect.
National Poem in Your Pocket Day
Broadview Public Library 2226 South 16th. Avenue, Broadview, IL, United StatesEvery April, on Poem in Your Pocket Day, people celebrate by selecting a poem, carrying it with them, and sharing it with others throughout the day a schools, bookstores, libraries, parks, workplaces, and on social media using the hashtag #PocketPoem.
Virtual Youth Volunteer Squad
Broadview Public Library 2226 South 16th. Avenue, Broadview, IL, United StatesVirtual Youth Volunteer Squad: Calling Tween and Teen Volunteers (ages 12-17yrs old) for Special Virtual Projects! Need community service hours from home? Join the Youth Volunteer Squad by reaching out to MyLeah, Youth Services Librarian at matheny@broadviewlibrary.org to help with projects online from home or from one of the library's computers using your library card […]
Book Shelfie (#bookshelfie)
Broadview Public Library 2226 South 16th. Avenue, Broadview, IL, United StatesDaily in February-April. Need book recommendations? Stay tuned to our Instagram and Facebook for books from our Youth collection being highlighted. Then, come into the library and check one out. Share your own book shelfie with us by tagging us in your picture and using the hashtag: #broadviewpubliclibrarybookshelfie.
Pop Up Poetry
Broadview Public Library 2226 South 16th. Avenue, Broadview, IL, United StatesStop in, grab a prompt (or not), and type up a tiny poem. Post it in our poet hall of fame or take it with you.
Your Next Read
Broadview Public Library 2226 South 16th. Avenue, Broadview, IL, United StatesBook recommendations from our Youth book collection on display every month. These books are ready to be checked out and are located on a table near the help desk with a sign. Take printouts and bookmarks with bookshelfies, book reviews and recommendations curated by our team of Youth Volunteers.
Spring Into A Good Book Reading Challenge
Broadview Public Library 2226 South 16th. Avenue, Broadview, IL, United StatesTrack your reading with a reading log, pick up fun weekly reading challenges & activities, complete and return to Youth Services for a prize and raffle entry for a $25 dollar gift card.
Coloring For Calm
Broadview Public Library 2226 South 16th. Avenue, Broadview, IL, United StatesThe repetitive nature of drawing and coloring forces your mind to focus on the present moment. Need this in your life? Drop by and allow yourself a bit of calm and quiet. Daily from 10:30 a.m. to close.
Makerspace Challenge: Pipe Cleaner Creations
Broadview Public Library 2226 South 16th. Avenue, Broadview, IL, United StatesLet your imagination run wild. Use pipe cleaners to create something out of his world. Daily 10:30 a.m. to close.
Unplugged Play
Broadview Public Library 2226 South 16th. Avenue, Broadview, IL, United StatesPick up coloring pages, board games, building blocks, puzzles, and more. Toddlers, teens and every age in between may hangout at the library participating in activities where we are unplugged from electronic devices and screens! Drop by anytime during normal business hours.
Readers Corner
Broadview Public Library 2226 South 16th. Avenue, Broadview, IL, United StatesLove to read, join us for quiet reading, fun activities, and to talk about what you're reading now. Also get recommendations if you are looking for something new to read.