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Toddler Tales

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for stories and songs each Tuesday! For kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories and songs each Tuesday! 

For kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers.

Street Art for Beginners

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

This introductory course with a local artist will cover the legalities, safety, and technique of street art. Be sure to wear clothes you're willing to get messy. Space is extremely...

Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

This introductory course with a local artist will cover the legalities, safety, and technique of street art. Be sure to wear clothes you're willing to get messy. Space is extremely limited so please register quickly!

Beginner Counted Cross Stitch for Teens

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Learn the basics of counted cross stitch.  All supplies provided.

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Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn the basics of counted cross stitch.  All supplies provided.

arts and crafts

Sea Turtle Painting

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Event Details:

This step by step painting workshop will show you how to paint a beautiful turtle onto a canvas.For kids in grades 1st to 8th. Registration is required. 

Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

This step by step painting workshop will show you how to paint a beautiful turtle onto a canvas.

For kids in grades 1st to 8th. Registration is required. 

fun time story time

Fun Time Storytime

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for stories and songs for ages 3 to 6.

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories and songs for ages 3 to 6.

storytime

Storytime Around the World

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Event Details:

Learn about cultures and languages spoken around the world at the North Branch with this special storytime series.  

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Learn about cultures and languages spoken around the world at the North Branch with this special storytime series.  

Kids Night Out Pajama Storytime

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Event Details:

We're having a Pirate Pajama Storytime! Kids, put on your favorite PJ's for a fun night of stories, treasure hunting, coloring time, crafts, dancing and more!

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

We're having a Pirate Pajama Storytime! Kids, put on your favorite PJ's for a fun night of stories, treasure hunting, coloring time, crafts, dancing and more!

busy bees

Busy Bees Storytime

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!

Back to School Bingo

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McKenzie Room at North Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Have fun and score some free school supplies with Back to School Bingo!

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: McKenzie Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Have fun and score some free school supplies with Back to School Bingo!

Ice Cream in a Bag

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Celebrate National Ice Cream Day by creating your own ice cream in a bag. We'll provide the ingredients for you to create a sweet cold treat for a hot summer day.

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Celebrate National Ice Cream Day by creating your own ice cream in a bag. We'll provide the ingredients for you to create a sweet cold treat for a hot summer day.

LEGO

LEGO Builder's Club

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Event Details:

Calling all LEGO fans!!! Join us at Lakeview Branch for our drop-in Lego Builders' Club. Come in for part of the time or stay for the entire two hours of play.  Third Friday o...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Calling all LEGO fans!!! Join us at Lakeview Branch for our drop-in Lego Builders' Club. Come in for part of the time or stay for the entire two hours of play.  Third Friday of each month.

Summer Slime Lab

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Event Details:

It's a slime party! Join us for our summer slime lab! Reserve your spot online or by calling 309-497-2600. 

Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

It's a slime party! Join us for our summer slime lab! Reserve your spot online or by calling 309-497-2600. 

Bubble Bonanza!

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages
Event Details:

Join us for a bubble bonanza at North Branch!  We'll start with a special bubble storytime, then move out to explore a few bubble-making stations (outside, weather permitting)...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Event Details:

Join us for a bubble bonanza at North Branch!  We'll start with a special bubble storytime, then move out to explore a few bubble-making stations (outside, weather permitting), including giant bubbles, bubble painting, and more.

Children's Opera Outreach Program: My Best Friend's a Pirate!

Sunday, July 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Event Details:

Help North Branch welcome the Children's Opera Outreach Program for a rousing performance of "My Best Friend's a Pirate!"  This interactive performance will feature the music ...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Event Details:

Help North Branch welcome the Children's Opera Outreach Program for a rousing performance of "My Best Friend's a Pirate!"  This interactive performance will feature the music of Rossini, Mozart, Verdi and many more. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

game day

Sunday Game Days

Sunday, July 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab at Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Children of all ages, Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Relax, cool down, and enjoy video games each week during the summer. We have Nintendo Switches, VR Headsets, and our Computer Lab open for game time.

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Children of all ages, Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Relax, cool down, and enjoy video games each week during the summer. We have Nintendo Switches, VR Headsets, and our Computer Lab open for game time.

Teen Advisory Board

Sunday, July 21, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us and become a part of the decision making process at the library. Teens will be able to recommend books, help plan programs, and provide critical feedback to ensure the libr...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Lakeview Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us and become a part of the decision making process at the library. Teens will be able to recommend books, help plan programs, and provide critical feedback to ensure the library is best serving teens. Plus, it looks good on resumes!

wiggle worms

Wiggle Worms Storytime

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for an infant-toddler storytime designed to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of reading through music, movement, repetition, and a story read-aloud followe...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for an infant-toddler storytime designed to introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of reading through music, movement, repetition, and a story read-aloud followed by play time with other families. Best for ages 0-24 months.

Book Club

Book Box

07/22/2024 @ 1:00pm to 07/29/2024 @ 4:00pm
Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Event Details:

Bring the excitement of mystery boxes to your children this summer! Throughout the summer we'll offer mystery book boxes that include a book to check out, an activity sheet, bookma...

Registration
Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Bring the excitement of mystery boxes to your children this summer! Throughout the summer we'll offer mystery book boxes that include a book to check out, an activity sheet, bookmark, a small toy or trinket, and a snack. 

Messy Car Wash

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
LV Outside at Lakeview Branch
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for a very messy car wash! Kids will drive toy cars into edible messy containers and then rinse them off as though at a car wash. Come dressed to get very messy and wet!Thi...

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: LV Outside
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for a very messy car wash! Kids will drive toy cars into edible messy containers and then rinse them off as though at a car wash. Come dressed to get very messy and wet!

Maker Mondays

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Join us to test your creativity and problem solving skills with Maker Mondays.  Each week, we'll use recycled or re-usable supplies to learn, solve a problem, or just have som...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Join us to test your creativity and problem solving skills with Maker Mondays.  Each week, we'll use recycled or re-usable supplies to learn, solve a problem, or just have some fun! 

stem

A Big Small World

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Computer Lab at Lincoln Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Event Details:

We want to inspire the scientists of tomorrow! This summer we will be exploring our world in ways you never imagined. From the microscopic biomes all around us to our interstellar ...

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

We want to inspire the scientists of tomorrow! This summer we will be exploring our world in ways you never imagined. From the microscopic biomes all around us to our interstellar neighborhood.

Shark Celebration

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hot Air Balloon Room at Lincoln Branch
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Celebrate sharks with us this week with games, crafts and snacks! 

Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Celebrate sharks with us this week with games, crafts and snacks! 

graphic novel club

Graphic Novel Book Club

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Event Details:

Pick a book matching our new monthly theme to read and discuss at our Graphic Novel Book Club. We'll share what we read, talk about that month's theme, and enjoy an activity or cra...

Library Branch: North Branch
Room: Beehive Storytime Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 11 years)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Pick a book matching our new monthly theme to read and discuss at our Graphic Novel Book Club. We'll share what we read, talk about that month's theme, and enjoy an activity or craft while we snack.

toddler tales

Toddler Tales

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Storytime Room at Lakeview Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for stories and songs each Tuesday! For kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories and songs each Tuesday! For kids ages 2 to 4 and their caregivers.