International Games Day 2024
Join us in the Vortex for an afternoon of fun and games on Saturday, November 16! All events are for teens in grades 6–12. Game Cafe 1–2 p.m. Get your game on in the Vortex! Play video games on our…
Join us in the Vortex for an afternoon of fun and games on Saturday, November 16! All events are for teens in grades 6–12. Game Cafe 1–2 p.m. Get your game on in the Vortex! Play video games on our…
Teens, showcase your artistic talents by designing a limited-edition bookmark! Fountaindale Public Library District teens in grades 6–12 can participate in this contest. The winner will have their artwork printed on limited-edition bookmarks and will also receive a $25 gift card!…
I’ve played a lot of card games; it’s my favorite genre. There’s just something addictive about drawing cards, sculpting the perfect hand and creating synergies that work well together. Here at Fountaindale, we have quite a selection of great video…
Looking for something to read? Our teen services staff are here to help. Browse our handpicked collection of books perfect for teens. Visit Teen Reads to view our booklists curated just for you. You can also stop by the teen area…
Our annual pumpkin decorating contest is back! Stop by the Vortex to pick up a craft pumpkin beginning Tuesday, October 1. You can decorate your pumpkin here or at home. Turn in your finished project by 5:30 p.m. on Sunday,…
Bolingbrook middle school students (grades 6–8), read to earn books for your school media center and classroom and prizes for yourself by joining the Great Reading Race from September 23 through October 28! Registration Valley View middle school students have…
Maybe I’m biased since my birthday is during this season or because horror is my go-to genre, but this is my favorite season of the year. Here in the Vortex, we have no shortage of activities and books for those…
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us from Sunday, September 15 through Tuesday, October 15. We have an exciting lineup of fun events and activities for adults, teens and children! Join us as we celebrate this rich culture! For Adults: Piñata…
Looking for something to read? Our teen services staff are here to help. Browse our handpicked collection of books perfect for teens. Visit Teen Reads to view our booklists curated just for you. You can also stop by the teen area…
Short version: Akane-banashi (roughly “Akane’s Story”) is a serialized manga series that creatively blends sports manga tropes into a story about rakugo, a Japanese storytelling art that emphasizes the performer’s conversation skills. Excellent art from illustrator Takamasa Moue conveys the…