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Youth

We load our kids’ activities with fun and action, crafted just right for their age group!

Teens in high school are welcome and encouraged to take part in the library’s adult programs and events.
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Clubs for Kids

A library card is not necessary to attend these programs but registration is encouraged; please use our contact form or call the library at 815-538-5142.
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Wiggle Wednesday

Come wiggle with your little. Enjoy movement songs, shakers, scarves & bubbles each week. 

For: Baby-Toddler

When: Every Wednesday at 10:30am.

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Little Readers

Family-focused story time for those who can sit for a story and short group activity/game or songs.

For: Toddler and up 

When: Meets two Thursdays per month from 6:00-6:30 pm.

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Chapter Crew

Introduction into chapter books with play and movement incorporated!

For: 1st graders and up.

When: Meets once a month on Wednesday at 4pm.

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LEGO Club

Open LEGO drop-in program. Create brick builds, all materials are supplied.  Build and display your creations. New build opportunities every month. No registration required. 

For:  First Grade - 8th Grade

When: This is a drop-in program, come any time during the scheduled time frame. Usually meets the first Thursday of the month from 4:00-6:00pm. 

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Tweens

Lots of fun and creativity! Each month we have a different activity!  Please sign-up for this very popular program!

For: Youth in grades 5th - 8th. 

When: Meets the first Monday of the month at 6pm.

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Video Game Night

Come play games on the Nintendo Switch and our Nex Playground gaming systems! There’s something for everyone!

For: 5th-8th Grade. Please register.

When: Meets one Thursday per month at 6:00pm. 

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Library Science

Science/STEM experiments at the library. All materials provided. Program lead experiments, child must be able to independently follow instructions with limited program leader involvement.

For: 3rd - 8th Grade. Please register

When: Pop-up program; usually meets on Monday at 6:00pm.  

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Decorate Youth Department

Craft a paper craft for display in the youth department. Theme changes each session. All materials are provided.

For: Any age, 6 and younger must have adult present.

When: Bi-monthly Monday program at 6:00 PM.

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Summer Reading Club

June and July look for exciting month long programs for ALL ages that help young children build reading and language skills. Motivates teens to read and discuss literature. Encourages adults to experience the joy of reading. In partnership with iREAD Summer Reading, library programs will include activities, crafts, reading incentives.