“Freedom to Read” is a fundamental American right: your right to choose the ideas, information, and cultural experiences that are right for you and your family. That right is guaranteed by the First Amendment of the United States Constitution. And your public library supports that right by providing free and open access to all. […]
Homeschool students in grades 5 - 9 are invited to join the Reader Leader Book Club to read and discuss books from the 2024 Rebecca Caudill list and more. Meetings are on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 11AM beginning Tuesday, September 5. Registration is required. Call 815-943-4671 for more information.
Join us at the Library for the Cold Blooded Parties Traveling Reptile Show! Visitors will bring at least a dozen different species of reptiles, amphibians and bugs to give you a hands-on experience with these amazing creatures. Some animals to expect are an American Alligator Walter, a few different species of snakes, a tortoise […]
Sean Gaskell features songs on the kora- a 21 stringed West African harp. As a student of the instrument, he studied under the instruction of two musicians at their home in Brikama, Gambia, over multiple extensive visits. The kora is traditionally played by oral historians known as Griots. Many songs featured on the kora […]
Homeschool students in grades 5 - 9 are invited to join the Reader Leader Book Club to read and discuss books from the 2024 Rebecca Caudill list and more. Meetings are on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 11AM beginning Tuesday, September 5. Registration is required. Call 815-943-4671 for more information.
Grace Lin has written and illustrated award winning picture books and chapter books for kids. In this virtual live interview, she'll discuss her work, including her newest book, "Chinese Menu", which tells the stories behind favorite Chinese foods. Grace will provide a drawing lesson, too. This event is open to all ages but of special […]
Want to add a unique touch to your Dia de Los Muertos altar? Join us to design your own flameless lanterns! Open to students in grades 6 - 12. Register by clicking the RSVP button or call 815-943-4671.
Looking for more ways to celebrate the spooky season? Come design your own Halloween-themed game! Using Scratch Coding and your school-distributed Chromebook, we will learn to code your own creepy mini game. Open to students in grades 6 - 12. Register by clicking the RSVP button or call 815-943-4671.
Make a fabric basket perfect for keeping organized. Pattern, sewing machines, and thread will be provided; students must supply their own fabric. A supply list is available at the circulation desk. Students who completed at least three sewing clases at the library are eligible to participate in Advanced Sewing classes. Registration is required as class […]
