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📚 Serving the community as a dynamic center for learning, discovering, and connecting. Featuring programs, events, and library services for all ages! You can visit us in-person at 200 S Church Road, Bensenville IL, or follow us on social media via Facebook, Instagram, or X.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Exploring Canadian GenealogyLink visible for attendees
Join Jenny Warner as she dives into the rich history of Canada. Discover the various records available and learn how to effectively locate them for your genealogical research.
Registration for this virtual event is required at: https://bensenville.librarycalendar.com/event/exploring-canadian-genealogy-2904
- Trivia Night at 37 Bar & GrillWhite Pines Golf Dome & Restaurant, Bensenville, IL
Gather your friends and family to compete against other teams by answering questions about current events, music, sports, and more. The top 3 teams will win gift cards!
Follow Bensenville Library on Facebook, Instagram, or X for a free answer on Trivia Nights.
Walk-ins are welcome, but we recommend calling 37 Bar & Grill to reserve a table at 630-766-0304.
- Ben-Con200 S Church Rd, Bensenville, IL
Are you a gamer, otaku, ringer, whovian, or heeler? Do you like to dress up, play games, and get crafty? Join us for our first ever fan convention!
- Team up with fellow gamers for Mario Kart or 5-Minute Dungeon!
- Dress as your favorite character and mingle with cosplayers from League of Enchantment, 501st Legion, and Trashgoblins!
- Explore the Artist Alley to meet authors and artists and shop their wares!
- Craft your own Bluey and Star Wars accessories to take home!
- Get your face painted by Tracy from 10:00 am-12:00 pm (sponsored by the Bensenville Arts Council)
- Show off your costume in our cosplay parade at 1:00 pm — prizes will be awarded for the best cosplay!
- Enter to win prizes from Fan Expo Chicago, Kodansha Comics, and more!
Costumes are highly encouraged! All prop weapons should be safe to have in a public space. We aim to create a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for all con-goers.
Artist Alley:
- Cozy Little Art Shoppe
- Liam Kipp
- Vikki Claire
- TheBugMangaka
- Pandemonium
- Alex Kujawa
- Byrd's Eye View Comics
- Jon Belonio
- Look What Steph Drew
- Tom Bacon Art
- Mandy the Cashier
- Avocado 3D Shop
- Rachael Saltenberger
- Sparkly Crafter
- Jess Galaxie
- Jackie Barron
- Dust Bunny Mafia Comics
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