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game exchange

International Games Month: Game Exchange

All Day 11/1 - 11/30
McClure Branch
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Tired of playing the same board games over and over? Looking for something new to play with the family this holiday season? Bring in your gently used board and card games and excha...

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

Tired of playing the same board games over and over? Looking for something new to play with the family this holiday season?

arts and crafts

Diamond Art Coasters

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Decorate a set of diamond art coasters to set your drinks on. Seats are limited, registration required.

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Decorate a set of diamond art coasters to set your drinks on. Seats are limited, registration required.

Thanksgiving

11/27/2024 @ 6:00pm to 11/29/2024 @ 6:00pm
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual

All locations will close at 6pm on Wed, Nov 27, and remain closed through Fri, Nov 29.

Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual
Description:

All locations will close at 6pm on Wed, Nov 27, and remain closed through Fri, Nov 29.

nanowrimo

National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo)

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
McClure Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you writing a novel for National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) ? Join us to chat about your progress or get some much-needed writing time. We'll have a dedicated writing spac...

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Are you writing a novel for National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) ? Join us to chat about your progress or get some much-needed writing time.

open play

Open Play Time

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for open play time where caregivers and tots can come to interact and play each week.

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

Join us for open play time where caregivers and tots can come to interact and play each week.

wrap and yap

Wrap and Yap

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Tired of wrapping gifts alone or having people walk in and ruin their surprises? Bring your gifts to the library and enjoy company, snacks, and the crackle of our virtual fireplace...

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Event Details:

Tired of wrapping gifts alone or having people walk in and ruin their surprises? Bring your gifts to the library and enjoy company, snacks, and the crackle of our virtual fireplace while you wrap!

open play

Open Play Time

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for open play time where caregivers and tots can come to interact and play each week.

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

Join us for open play time where caregivers and tots can come to interact and play each week.

sign and sing

Sign and Sing Storytime with Communication Junction

Thursday, December 12, 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 Communication Junction for a 30 minute interactive Sign and Sing Storytime. This story time is great for children ages 0-5 and is created around a theme, filled with stories, ...

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

Join Communication Junction for a 30 minute interactive Sign and Sing Storytime. This story time is great for children ages 0-5 and is created around a theme, filled with stories, songs, movement and bubbles.

movie

Jane Austen Birthday Celebration

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come celebrate Jane Austen's birthday with us! We'll be showing the movie Pride & Prejudice, having (and spilling!) tea, and creating a Regency-era craft. Registration is requi...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come celebrate Jane Austen's birthday with us! We'll be showing the movie Pride & Prejudice, having (and spilling!) tea, and creating a Regency-era craft. Registration is required.

herbs and spice

Herbs and Spice and Everything Nice Club

12/16/2024 @ 9:00am to 12/21/2024 @ 6:00pm
McClure Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you wanting to add a little spice to your meals but don't know where to start? Join us in the Herbs and Spice and Everything Nice Club where you can pick up a packet with a spi...

Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Are you wanting to add a little spice to your meals but don't know where to start?

thrills chills plot twists

Thrills, Chills, & Plot Twists

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you into mysteries, but whodonits aren't your thing? Join us for the Thrills, Chills, & Plot Twists Book Club. We will meet on the 3rd Monday of the month from 4:30-5:30.&n...

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Are you into mysteries, but whodonits aren't your thing? Join us for the Thrills, Chills, & Plot Twists Book Club. We will meet on the 3rd Monday of the month from 4:30-5:30.

 

June 17: Happiness Falls by Angie Kim

open play

Open Play Time

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for open play time where caregivers and tots can come to interact and play each week.

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

Join us for open play time where caregivers and tots can come to interact and play each week.

bath bombs

DIY Bath Bombs

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you have too much stress in your life? Are you looking for a calming activity? Drop in and make some fragrant, relaxing bath bombs. All materials are provided. While supplies la...

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you have too much stress in your life? Are you looking for a calming activity? Drop in and make some fragrant, relaxing bath bombs. All materials are provided. While supplies last.

Christmas Eve

All Day
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual

Christmas Day

All Day
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual
STEM

Snowstorm in a Jar Science Experiment

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Event Details:

Create a snowstorm in a jar while learning about the science behind the chemical reaction that creates the "snowstorm". Seating is limited, registration required.

Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Create a snowstorm in a jar while learning about the science behind the chemical reaction that creates the "snowstorm". Seating is limited, registration required.

open play

Open Play Time

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for open play time where caregivers and tots can come to interact and play each week.

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

Join us for open play time where caregivers and tots can come to interact and play each week.

New Year's Eve

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 11:45pm
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual

Closed for New Year's Day

All Day
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch

Happy New Year! All locations will be closed on Jan 1, 2025

Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch
Description:

Happy New Year! All locations will be closed on Jan 1, 2025

Love Letters for McClure Branch

All Day 1/2 - 1/31
McClure Table at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Celebrate the McClure Branch's 87th birthday by writing a love letter to the library!

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Table
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate the McClure Branch's 87th birthday by writing a love letter to the library!

Black Light Painting

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Event Details:

Express your creative talent and freedom by using fluorescent paint under backlights! Dress for a mess. 

Registration
Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Express your creative talent and freedom by using fluorescent paint under backlights! Dress for a mess. 

Open Play Time

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join us for open play time where caregivers and tots can come to interact and play each week.

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

Join us for open play time where caregivers and tots can come to interact and play each week.

Book Club

Thrills, Chills & Plot Twists

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you into mysteries, but whodonits aren't your thing? Join us for the Thrills, Chills, & Plot Twists Book Club. We will meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 4:30-5:30...

Library Branch: McClure Branch
Room: McClure Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Are you into mysteries, but whodonits aren't your thing? Join us for the Thrills, Chills, & Plot Twists Book Club. We will meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 4:30-5:30.

January 8, 2025 - Northwoods by Amy Pease

Sign and Sing Storytime with Communication Junction

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
McClure Room at McClure Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Event Details:

Join Communication Junction for a 30 minute interactive Sign and Sing Storytime. This story time is great for children ages 0-5 and is created around a theme, filled with stories, ...

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

Join Communication Junction for a 30 minute interactive Sign and Sing Storytime. This story time is great for children ages 0-5 and is created around a theme, filled with stories, songs, movement and bubbles.