Disability Pride Month
In this month, we honor the disability community's history, achievements, experiences, and struggles. The first official Disability Pride Month celebration was in July 2015, which also marked the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Upcoming Events
Low Vision Support Group
Tuesday, July 9, 2024, 1:30 pm
Learn about current research, assistive devices, and community resources for people who have been diagnosed with an eye condition or have a family member who has vision impairment.
Limited to 24 in-person participants.
This group is facilitated by a licensed social worker from Friedman Place, a nonprofit organization that provides housing and supportive services to adults who are blind or visually impaired.
This is a hybrid event with the option to participate on Zoom or by phone. If you wish to participate on Zoom, indicate your interest in the registration form and we will email the Zoom event link and call-in number after registration has closed.
Registration closes at 10 am the day of the event. If you have questions about this event after registration has closed, please email the events team or call the library at 847-673-7774.
Design Swap and Showcase: Adaptive Designs
Thursday, July 11, 2024, 6:00 pm
Visit the Studio to design and personalize objects using lasers, sewing, vinyl, and embroidery.
This month, we're sharing and showcasing adaptive designs from community members.
Get inspired to customize your own objects using Studio equipment and our learning guides. Drop-in event.
Movie Night: Two Films: Do You Dream in Color? and An Irish Goodbye
Tuesday, July 16, 2024, 6:30 pm
After watching these two short films, share your questions and comments in a discussion with Chris and Sharon.
Do You Dream in Color? follows four blind high school students as they aspire to achieve their dreams.
2015 -- 75 minutes -- Not rated -- Documentary
In an Irish Goodbye, two estranged brothers must come to terms with their mother’s death and one another. When the film won a 2023 Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film, James Martin became the first actor with Down Syndrome to star in an Oscar-winning movie.
2022 -- 23 minutes -- Not rated -- Drama
Morning Movie: Best Summer Ever
Wednesday, July 17, 2024, 10:00 am
Sage and Anthony enjoy an idyllic summer romance at dance camp and plan to meet again next year. Then, Sage unexpectedly turns up as a new student at Anthony’s school, and things get complicated.
Though it takes a few cues from Grease and Footloose, this musical is not a copycat. It’s fresh, funny, and delightfully irresistible. About half of the main cast (as well as several extras and those doing behind the scenes jobs) have disabilities as part of their identity. Starring Shannon DeVido and Rickey Wilson, Jr.
2021 -- 80 minutes -- Not rated -- Musical, Comedy, Romance
Early Entry to the Kids Room: Children and Teens with Disabilities
Sunday, July 21, 2024, 11:00 am
Families of children and teens who have disabilities are invited to explore the Kids Room before the library opens.
Enjoy books, play stations, adaptive toys, and simple art in a less-crowded environment. Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy dogs will be on site, and a sensory break room is available for those who may need a calming space.
Registration required. Enter from the west side of the library.
Make Your Own Accessibility Support Tools
Sunday, July 21, 2024, 12:30 pm
Try this craft workshop designed to build your own support tools. We will be making soothing tools that can be used during sensory overload, and other handy crafts.
For families of children and teens with disabilities, ages 4+. Limited to 15 people at a time.
This event is part of Disability Pride Month and is designed with children and teens with disabilities (and their caregivers) in mind.