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VETERANS BACK TO WORK

CAREER FAIR
2018-01-24 15:00:00 2018-01-24 19:00:00 America/Chicago VETERANS BACK TO WORK Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C

Wednesday, January 24
3:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2018-01-24 15:00:00 2018-01-24 19:00:00 America/Chicago VETERANS BACK TO WORK Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C

Des Plaines Public Library

Meeting Room B/C

This career fair is specifically targeting Military Veterans, Spouses and Dependents who are looking for new work opportunities in the region. Meet employers with job opportunities in many different fields who want to hire YOU!

Available positions include:

ADMINISTRATION • CUSTOMER SERVICE • HOSPITALITY LOGISTICS • MANUFACTURING • MEDICAL SALES AND MARKETING SECURITY & POLICE  •  AND MORE! 

Must be a military veteran, spouse or dependent of veteran to attend! All attendees that register in advance and attend will BE entered in a drawing for a BRAND NEW HP Laptop computer that includes Microsoft Office and more prize!

Register online at: http://business.dpchamber.com/events/details/veteran-attendee-registration-veterans-back-to-work-career-fair-2773 

Or call for more information: 847-824-4200

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Community Group | Adult Program |

TAGS: | Outreach |

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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

Nutrition for Healthy Aging
Tue, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - 4th Floor Forum
Navigate conflicting nutrition information with confidence.
This event is full
Teen Crafternoons - Pipe cleaner flowers
Wed, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - The Commons
Open maker workshop. Sample our featured technology or bring your own project to work on. April Spotlight: pipe cleaner flowers. For Teens in grades 7-12.
Teen Advisory Board
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.
Protect Your Piggybank with Weiss Financial Ratings!
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!
Film Screening - Anatomy of a Fall
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.
Life Drawing at the Library 2024
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.  
Teen Take & Make - Magnetic Poetry Tin
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.
The Des Plaines Baduk (Go) Club
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.
Altered Board Books - an Earth Day Craft
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.
This event is full
Building Suspense - A Writing Workshop
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.
Happy Tails
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.
The Roots of Chicago Blues - Performance by The Donna Herula Trio
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.
Teen Take & Make - Magnetic Poetry Tin
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.
What are your old coin & paper money collections worth?
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
The Des Plaines Baduk (Go) Club
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.
Acrylic Flower Bookmarks
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.
This event is full
Acrylic Flower Bookmarks
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.
This event is full
The Des Plaines Baduk (Go) Club
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.
The Many Lives of Kal Penn
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.
Happy Notes
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.
ACT Practice Test
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.
The Des Plaines Baduk (Go) Club
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.
Teen Advisory Board
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.
Film Screening - The Holdovers
Sat, May 18, 1:30pm - 3:45pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
A free screening of the feature length film The Holdovers.
Happy Tails
Thu, May 23, 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.
Life Drawing at the Library 2024
Sat, May 25, 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.  
On Stage with Carol Channing: "Hello Dolly" and More
Wed, May 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
Step back in time and join storyteller Lynn Rymarz, as she brings to life the legendary Carol Channing.
Friday Night Films
Fri, May 31, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C
A free screening of an international, independent or documentary film.
Registration opens Friday, May 31 2024 at 6:30pm
The Hidden Gifts of Visual Thinkers - This event is rescheduled from April 3, 2024
Tue, Jun 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Des Plaines Public Library
Join us for a special event with Dr. Temple Grandin, one of the world's most accomplished and well-known adults with autism.
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