(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.

(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.

(Ages 0-4 with adult) Bring your little ones to explore their senses by feeling, hearing and touching their way through music, art and mess-free play!

(Families with kids) Join us in welcoming Little Starr Farm! Their mobile petting zoo will include small animals such as bunnies, chickens and a hedgehog!

(Grades 1-5) Pick up a take home kit to learn about secret codes, spy gadgets, fingerprints, puzzles and more.

(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) A story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories and songs.

(Grades 1-5) Whether you’re a beginner or already know some chess, join us for a fun chess experience and the chance to make new friends with guidance from instructor Jenn Johnson.

(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.

(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.

(Grades K+ with adult) Learn all about what it takes to run and manage an animal rescue organization as we explore Hopeful Tails Animal Rescue.

(Birth-6 years with adult) Come listen to a few stories and sing songs with your friends and family. Enjoy a craft afterward.

(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.

(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

(Birth-6 years with adult) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.

(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.

(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.

(Grades K-4) Learn about famous artists you may never have heard of. We’ll learn about their lives and their art. Then we’ll create a project inspired by their style.

(Ages 2-5 with adult) Come have fun making art outside! We’ll paint, color and create using fun materials and things from nature.

(Families with kids and teens) Get ready to party like it is the middle ages! Enjoy fun crafts, games and more. Dress up as knights, royals, and more.

(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) A story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories and songs.

(Grades 1-5) Whether you’re a beginner or already know some chess, join us for a fun chess experience and the chance to make new friends with guidance from instructor Jenn Johnson.

(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.

(Ages 5-12 with adult) Meet other homeschoolers and do a new activity each month.

(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.

(Grades 1-8) Calling all video game fans, join us for Video Game. Play fun new multi-player video games. Try out our Virtual Reality Headsets. Fans of Pokémon, can bring their Pokémon cards.

(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.

(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

(Birth-6 years with adult) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.

(Grades 2-8) Don’t be a Partypooper! Take the Big Shot as we come out of Cabin Fever and celebrate all things Diary of a Wimpy Kid with a craft, games and activities.

(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.

(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.

A Place to Grow! Join us for live music, activities, music and light refreshments to celebrate the renovation of the Black Road Branch!

(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) A story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories and songs.

(Grades 1-5) Whether you’re a beginner or already know some chess, join us for a fun chess experience and the chance to make new friends with guidance from instructor Jenn Johnson.

(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.

(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.

(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.

(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

(Birth-6 years with adult) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.

(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.

(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.

(Grades K+ with adult) Learn about dog behaviors, how to properly approach a dog and some training tricks!

(Families with kids) Join us in your PJs and let’s celebrate Children’s Day/Book Day. It’s a time filled with stories, activities and games for the whole family!

Book sale - Open to Friends Members from 5-7 pm Purchase membership at the door!

Open to the Public 9am-3pm

Open to the Public 1-3 pm Bag Sale! Fill up a provided bag for $4!

(Kids of all ages with adult) Bring your family and friends to play the Mexican version of Bingo.

(18 months - 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.

(Ages 2-4 with adult) Hop aboard the Potty Train! Little ones will get excited about ditching the diapers and seeing how much fun potty time can be through games, songs and more!