Week Calendar

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.

Join us with your budding bookworm on the first Monday of each month as we learn about the world through songs, stories and crafts.

Are you wanting to start a draft of that novel or short story you always wanted to write, but don't know what program to use?

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

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

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.

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

Looking for a way to add some sparkle to your Saturday morning? Join us to create a glittering, wintery Diamond Art keychain. Registration required.

If winter's darkness is making you feel blah....  Join us in celebrating the light.  We will be learning a new technique and giving our hands a try at crafting window stars.  All materials are provided.  Ages: 16+

Join us for music, movement and stories for kids 2 to 5 years old.

Bring your little one for sensory play fun! Parents are required to stay with their child. Suggested ages for the play items available are 2 to 5.  Every first Wednesday of the month.

Bring your sewing, knitting, crochet, or other handcrafting project and join us for monthly times to share progress, get help, and meet fellow crafters.

Meetings are held the first Tuesday of the month from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Lakeview Branch.

For more information, contact Nancy at 309-231-3263 or email nvarness1967@gmail.com 

Make a beautfiul felt flower bookmark to use in all of your reading this year.

Registration is required. Grades 1st to 8th. 

Seniors - please join us for Wednesday Matinees! Each month we will watch a classic movie. Light snacks will be provided. January's feature is "Kind Hearts and Coronets," starring Alec Guinness and Dennis Price.

Ages 10-18. Join us for monthly sessions of Dungeons & Dragons, designed for teens and tweens. Learn the basics of the game and have fun!

Goals, dreams, intentions...they all require a strategy.  Bring your planner!  ...and your ideas and ambitions!  We will provide the washi tape, stickers, and a wide array of old magazines.

This casual group is perfect for new or long time fans of anime and manga. We will be watching anime and enjoying snacks. 

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

If you enjoy playing Chess or Checkers and you're looking for someone to challenge you, gain some extra practice, or meet new people who have a common hobby, stop by our monthly Chess Meet Up.

Start the new year off on the right foot by joining us to make 2025 vision boards. Join us for snacks, mocktails and vision board fun! Reserve your spot online or by calling 309-497-2600. 

Please join us for a milestone birthday celebration for Elvis! We will have trivia, appetizers, music and more!

Chicago Pizza: Past, Present & Future with Steve Dolinsky