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Join us for a peek into the world of common edible wild mushrooms. The fool-proof, or infallible four refer to four of the over 50 wild mushrooms that are easy to identify, abundant and what we call “choice” edibles, meaning delicious. In this presentation by Hunter Le Duc of the Illinois Mycological Association, […]
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Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to join Mrs. Karen for stories, songs, and a craft each week. Weather permitting, storytime will be held at the Lions Park pavillion. Email ilovestories@harvard-diggins.org to register. Call 815-943-4671 for more information.
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Make a kit to use for summer exploring. Decorate a tote bag, make a mini glowing campfire, and create a field guide to log discoveries. All supplies provided. This activity is open to kids in Preschool - 5th grade. Younger children may require adult assistance. Weather permitting, this activity will take place at the Lions […]
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Make a kit to use for summer exploring. Decorate a tote bag, make a mini glowing campfire, and create a field guide to log discoveries. All supplies provided. This activity is open to kids in Preschool - 5th grade. Younger children may require adult assistance. Weather permitting, this activity will take place at the Lions […]
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Make your very own book out of recycled materials to draw and record nature observations, press flowers, or collect specimens. Open to teens in 6th - 12th grades. All materials provided. Registration is required. Email teenservices@harvard-diggins.org to register. Call 815-943-4671 for more information.
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In partnership with McHenry County College, Harvard Diggins Library cardholders can enjoy a special program in the College's Planetarium focusing on the forthcoming images from the James Webb Space Telescope. These events are for Harvard Diggins Library cardholders only. Limit of four tickets per cardholder. Exceptions may apply for larger families. Limit of 45 people […]
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In partnership with McHenry County College, Harvard Diggins Library cardholders can enjoy a special program in the College's Planetarium focusing on the forthcoming images from the James Webb Space Telescope. These events are for Harvard Diggins Library cardholders only. Limit of four tickets per cardholder. Exceptions may apply for larger families. Limit of 45 people […]
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Bring your favorite stuffed animal to the library for a special story time. After story time, your stuffed animal will spend the night at the Library for fun activities with their new stuffed friends. Open to Preschoolers and Kindergarteners and their favorite stuffed animal. Participation is limited to 12 children. Stuffed animals may be picked […]
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Join us at Harvard Diggins Library for our monthly craft night for adults. We will create whimsical little fairy houses out of unfinished bird houses. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required as seats and supplies are limited. To register, please send an email to: adultservices@harvard-diggins.org. Registration opens May 1st. All attendees who […]
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Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to join Mrs. Karen for stories, songs, and a craft each week. Weather permitting, storytime will be held at the Lions Park pavillion. Email ilovestories@harvard-diggins.org to register. For more information, call 815-943-4671.
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Can you build something strong using marshmallows and toothpicks? Kids in 3rd - 5th grades are invited to test their engineering skills with this fun challenge. All supplies provided. Registration is required. Email ilovestories@harvard-diggins.org to register. Call 815-943-4671 for more information.
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Rain or shine, whether at a sporting event or a weekend camping trip, having a dry and comfortable place to sit can make all the difference! Create a personalized and portable seat without any sewing. For teens in 6th - 12th grades. All supplies provided. Registration is required. Email teenservices@harvard-diggins.org to register. Call 815-943-4671 for […]
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Explore the Nippersink Creek, a great example of a Northern Illinois stream that is rich in biological diversity and human history. Learn about its natural history, restoration projects and the recreational opportunities it provides. A guest speaker from McHenry County Conservation District will return to Harvard Diggins Library to present. This event is free […]
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Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to join Mrs. Karen for stories, songs, and a craft each week. Weather permitting, storytime will be held at the Lions Park pavillion. Email ilovestories@harvard-diggins.org to register. Call 815-943-4671 for more information.
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Illinois Libraries Present: An Evening with Chef Kwame Onwuachi. More details about this live virtual author visit will be available soon. To register, please send an email to adultservices@harvard-diggins.org.
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If you are registered for the June 25 Family Rocket Launch and would like help building your rocket, register to attend this workshop. Library staff will provide the supplies and instruction to complete your rocket in time for the June 25 launch. Registration is required. Email ilovestories@harvard-diggins.org to register. Call 815-943-4671 for more information.
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So much observation of our daytime and nighttime skies can be done without a telescope. This presentation will focus on an overview of celestial observations you can do with just your eyes, including moon phases, eclipses, planets, stars, and much more in a session suited to an astronomy novice. Presented by Michelle Nichols, Director of […]
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Make a pizza box oven that uses the sun to heat up yummy treats. Open to 3rd - 5th graders. All supplies provided. Registration is required. Email ilovestories@harvard-diggins.org to register. Call 815-943-4671 for more information.
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Who wants to turn on the oven during the hot days of summer? Using a pizza box, we will create solar-powered ovens that will bake a few simple ingredients into a yummy, gooey treat. For students in 6th - 12th grades. All materials provided. Registration is required. Email teenservices@harvard-diggins.org to register. Call 815-943-4671 for more […]
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Blast off with this activity that is perfect for the whole family. Register in advance for a model rocket kit to build at home. One kit per family. Limited quantities available. Pick up your kit at the library beginning June 6. Need help building your rocket? Attend our model rocket building workshop on Wednesday, June […]
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Author, presenter, and Crystal Lake resident Raluca Barbu shares stories from the perspective of a writer from an ex-communist country, Romania, who experiences the great outdoors of the emblematic American West after having hiked up and down its trails. Her fifth published book, American Vacation: 12,000 Miles into the Wild West, is an homage […]
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Create a yummy-looking magnetic clip to hold your summer reading calendar. Open to kids in PreK - 5th Grade. All supplies provided. Younger children may require adult assistance. Email ilovestories@harvard-diggins.org to register. Call 815-943-4671 for more information.
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Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to join Mrs. Karen for stories, songs, and a craft each week. Weather permitting, storytime will be held at the Lions Park pavilion. Email ilovestories@harvard-diggins.org to register. Call 815-943-4671 for more information.
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NEW DATE - Fresh off a tour with her band Japanese Breakfast, Michelle will join us at this live virtual Illinois Libraries Present program to discuss her bestselling memoir, Crying in H Mart, and more. Chicago author, editor, critic, and producer, Jessica Hopper, will join her in conversation. This event is free to our […]
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Does anything scream summer and summer camp more than tie-dyed t-shirts? Bring a white, pre-washed t-shirt and create fun and colorful swirls that you can wear all summer long! Open to students in 6th - 12th grades. Tie-dye materials will be provided. This event will be held outdoors. In case of rain, the event will […]
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