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Homeschool Explorers: History of the Winter Solstice

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
History & Culture, Homeschool
Age Group:
Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Homeschool Meetup:

Explore new subjects through presentations, demonstrations, resources, and activities.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: History & Culture, Homeschool
Registration Required

Explore new subjects through presentations, demonstrations, resources, and activities.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Teen Rewind: Y2K Retro Party

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Current Events & Trends, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Current Events & Trends, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

Unaccompanied Child Parental Permission Form

Any children between the ages of 10 and 16 who will be attending this program without an adult present in the library must have a copy of the Unaccompanied Child Parental Permission Form on file. This form only needs to be filled once per school year. 

Reading Between the Lines: The Story Behind "Winnie the Pooh"

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

In this series, we will step beyond the pages of the chosen book and explore the real life people, events, and ideas that inspired the author to write and share their story with the world. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this series, we will step beyond the pages of the chosen book and explore the real life people, events, and ideas that inspired the author to write and share their story with the world. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Register Everyone

Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age.  

Trivia: Holiday Movies & Music

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch
Class & Event Types:
Seasonal, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone
Trivia:

Challenge yourself with Trivia at the Library! 

Compete as an individual or small team to answer the most holiday movie and song-themed questions correctly. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Challenge yourself with Trivia at the Library! 

Compete as an individual or small team to answer the most holiday movie and song-themed questions correctly. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

Register Everyone

Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age.  

Library closed

All Day
Augusta Branch, Boone's Trail Branch, Cliff View Branch, Corporate Parkway Branch, Deer Run Branch, Kathryn Linnemann Branch, Kisker Road Branch, Library to You Bookmobile, McClay Branch, Middendorf-Kredell Branch, Outreach, Spencer Road Branch, WingHaven® Branch, Central Services, Virtual, Staff Development Day, Mid Rivers Mall Branch

All branches of the St. Charles City-County Library are closed for the Holidays. Please return materials in the book drop. Have a nice holiday. We will see you on Friday!

Closing
Branches:
Augusta Branch, Boone's Trail Branch, Cliff View Branch, Corporate Parkway Branch, Deer Run Branch, Kathryn Linnemann Branch, Kisker Road Branch, Library to You Bookmobile, McClay Branch, Middendorf-Kredell Branch, Outreach, Spencer Road Branch, WingHaven® Branch, Central Services, Virtual, Staff Development Day, Mid Rivers Mall Branch
Description:

All branches of the St. Charles City-County Library are closed for the Holidays. Please return materials in the book drop. Have a nice holiday.

Library closed

All Day
Augusta Branch, Boone's Trail Branch, Cliff View Branch, Corporate Parkway Branch, Deer Run Branch, Kathryn Linnemann Branch, Kisker Road Branch, Library to You Bookmobile, McClay Branch, Middendorf-Kredell Branch, Outreach, Spencer Road Branch, WingHaven® Branch, Central Services, Virtual, Staff Development Day, Mid Rivers Mall Branch

All branches of the St. Charles City-County Library are closed for the Holidays. Please return materials in the book drop. Have a nice holiday. We will see you on Friday!

Closing
Branches:
Augusta Branch, Boone's Trail Branch, Cliff View Branch, Corporate Parkway Branch, Deer Run Branch, Kathryn Linnemann Branch, Kisker Road Branch, Library to You Bookmobile, McClay Branch, Middendorf-Kredell Branch, Outreach, Spencer Road Branch, WingHaven® Branch, Central Services, Virtual, Staff Development Day, Mid Rivers Mall Branch
Description:

All branches of the St. Charles City-County Library are closed for the Holidays. Please return materials in the book drop. Have a nice holiday.

Family fun word art

Family Fun: Globe Trotters

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families, Everyone

Explore the culture of Mongolia with hands-on activities, games, and crafts!  We will learn fun facts, how to speak some unique words and phrases, and even try a local snack.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the culture of Mongolia with hands-on activities, games, and crafts!  We will learn fun facts, how to speak some unique words and phrases, and even try a local snack.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

Library branches closing early for New Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Augusta Branch, Boone's Trail Branch, Cliff View Branch, Corporate Parkway Branch, Deer Run Branch, Kathryn Linnemann Branch, Kisker Road Branch, Library to You Bookmobile, McClay Branch, Middendorf-Kredell Branch, Outreach, Spencer Road Branch, WingHaven® Branch, Central Services, Virtual, Staff Development Day, Mid Rivers Mall Branch

All St. Charles City-County Library branches will be closing at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, December 31, for New Year's Eve. 

Closing
Branches:
Augusta Branch, Boone's Trail Branch, Cliff View Branch, Corporate Parkway Branch, Deer Run Branch, Kathryn Linnemann Branch, Kisker Road Branch, Library to You Bookmobile, McClay Branch, Middendorf-Kredell Branch, Outreach, Spencer Road Branch, WingHaven® Branch, Central Services, Virtual, Staff Development Day, Mid Rivers Mall Branch
Description:

All St. Charles City-County Library branches will be closing at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, December 31, for New Year's Eve. 

Library closed

All Day
Augusta Branch, Boone's Trail Branch, Cliff View Branch, Corporate Parkway Branch, Deer Run Branch, Kathryn Linnemann Branch, Kisker Road Branch, Library to You Bookmobile, McClay Branch, Middendorf-Kredell Branch, Outreach, Spencer Road Branch, WingHaven® Branch, Central Services, Virtual, Staff Development Day, Mid Rivers Mall Branch

All branches of the St. Charles City-County Library are closed for New Year's Day. Please return materials in the book drop. Have a nice holiday. We will see you on Friday!

Closing
Branches:
Augusta Branch, Boone's Trail Branch, Cliff View Branch, Corporate Parkway Branch, Deer Run Branch, Kathryn Linnemann Branch, Kisker Road Branch, Library to You Bookmobile, McClay Branch, Middendorf-Kredell Branch, Outreach, Spencer Road Branch, WingHaven® Branch, Central Services, Virtual, Staff Development Day, Mid Rivers Mall Branch
Description:

All branches of the St. Charles City-County Library are closed for New Year's Day. Please return materials in the book drop. Have a nice holiday.

A boy and girl learning at home with their mother.

Homeschool Explorers: Medieval Times

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room A&B at McClay Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, History & Culture, Homeschool
Age Group:
Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Homeschool Meetup:

Explore new subjects through presentations, demonstrations, resources, and activities.

Join us in exploring the fascinating history and culture of the middle ages. Let's talk about knights, kings, queens, and make a fun themed craft!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, History & Culture, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore new subjects through presentations, demonstrations, resources, and activities.

Join us in exploring the fascinating history and culture of the middle ages. Let's talk about knights, kings, queens, and make a fun themed craft!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Unaccompanied Child Parental Permission Form

Any children between the ages of 10 and 16 who will be attending this program without an adult present in the library must have a copy of the Unaccompanied Child Parental Permission Form on file. This form only needs to be filled once per school year. 

Messy Crafts

This program may involve messy crafts or activities.  Please dress to be messy! 

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

Arts & crafts word art

Craft & Culture: Origami Kimono Bookmark

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room at WingHaven® Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Craft & Culture: Learn how to make an origami kimono bookmark and learn all about traditional Japanese clothing called Kimono. Origami paper, a bookmark tassel and all other supplies will be provided.  Green Tea will be served.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Craft & Culture: Learn how to make an origami kimono bookmark and learn all about traditional Japanese clothing called Kimono. Origami paper, a bookmark tassel and all other supplies will be provided.  Green Tea will be served.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

Register Everyone

Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age.  

Six smiling teenages

Alphabet Soup: The Amazing World of Gumball

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room B at Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Current Events & Trends, History & Culture
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)

Watch movies, talk books, and more with like-minded LGBTQ+ and allies! During January, our topic is The Amazing World of Gumball.

Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Current Events & Trends, History & Culture
Event Details:

Watch movies, talk books, and more with like-minded LGBTQ+ and allies! During January, our topic is The Amazing World of Gumball.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

Unaccompanied Child Parental Permission Form

Any children between the ages of 10 and 16 who will be attending this program without an adult present in the library must have a copy of the Unaccompanied Child Parental Permission Form on file. This form only needs to be filled once per school year. 

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

book cover for Beverly Hills Spy

Nonfiction Book Discussion "Beverly Hills Spy" By Ronald Drabkin

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Book Discussion:

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch. Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

"Frederick Rutland’s story is a rags-to-riches coup for the ages—a lower-class boy from England bootstraps his way up the ranks of the British military, becoming a World War I pilot, father of the modern aircraft carrier, cosmopolitan busine

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch.

Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

"Frederick Rutland’s story is a rags-to-riches coup for the ages—a lower-class boy from England bootstraps his way up the ranks of the British military, becoming a World War I pilot, father of the modern aircraft carrier, cosmopolitan busine

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Sponsored by Friends

This event was generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Spanish Time for Preschoolers

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room A&B at McClay Branch
Class & Event Types:
Special Events, Early Literacy & Learning, History & Culture, Homeschool
Age Group:
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Families

Learn how to incorporate Spanish into your Preschooler's daily life even if you don't speak it!  This will be a pressure-free hour of activities, tools, and resources put on by a certified AP Spanish teacher.  

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Families
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Early Literacy & Learning, History & Culture, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to incorporate Spanish into your Preschooler's daily life even if you don't speak it!  This will be a pressure-free hour of activities, tools, and resources put on by a certified AP Spanish teacher.  

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

Family Fun: Globe Trotters

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Homeschool
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families

Explore the culture of the Democratic Republic of the Congo with hands-on activities, games, and crafts!  We will learn fun facts, how to speak some unique words and phrases, and even try a local snack.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the culture of the Democratic Republic of the Congo with hands-on activities, games, and crafts!  We will learn fun facts, how to speak some unique words and phrases, and even try a local snack.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Register Everyone

Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age.  

A boy and girl learning at home with their mother.

Homeschool Explorers: Shocking Static Electricity

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room B at Spencer Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, History & Culture, Homeschool, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Homeschool Meetup:

Explore new subjects through presentations, demonstrations, resources, and activities.

Zap! Learn about static electricity and experience hands-on learning to create your own static electricity!

This program is recommended for Grades K-5.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, History & Culture, Homeschool, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore new subjects through presentations, demonstrations, resources, and activities.

Zap! Learn about static electricity and experience hands-on learning to create your own static electricity!

This program is recommended for Grades K-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

A boy and girl learning at home with their mother.

Homeschool Explorers: Vision

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)

Join us to learn all about vision and your eyes!

*This is the same program as Homeschool Explorers: Vision at WingHaven® on January 27th, 2026.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to learn all about vision and your eyes!

*This is the same program as Homeschool Explorers: Vision at WingHaven® on January 27th, 2026.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

Sepia toned map of the world

From the Archives: Oral Stories of the Nulhegan Abenaki Tribe

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Homeschool, Virtual
Age Group:
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

In this series, we will take a deep dive into the archives and explore key events, historical mysteries, and traditional folktales that have shaped the world we live in today.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Homeschool, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this series, we will take a deep dive into the archives and explore key events, historical mysteries, and traditional folktales that have shaped the world we live in today.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Register Everyone

Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age.  

Library closed

All Day
Augusta Branch, Boone's Trail Branch, Cliff View Branch, Corporate Parkway Branch, Deer Run Branch, Kathryn Linnemann Branch, Kisker Road Branch, Library to You Bookmobile, McClay Branch, Middendorf-Kredell Branch, Outreach, Spencer Road Branch, WingHaven® Branch, Central Services, Virtual, Staff Development Day, Mid Rivers Mall Branch

All branches of the St. Charles City-County Library are closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Please return materials in the book drop. Have a nice holiday. We will see you on Tue...

Closing
Branches:
Augusta Branch, Boone's Trail Branch, Cliff View Branch, Corporate Parkway Branch, Deer Run Branch, Kathryn Linnemann Branch, Kisker Road Branch, Library to You Bookmobile, McClay Branch, Middendorf-Kredell Branch, Outreach, Spencer Road Branch, WingHaven® Branch, Central Services, Virtual, Staff Development Day, Mid Rivers Mall Branch
Description:

All branches of the St. Charles City-County Library are closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Please return materials in the book drop. Have a nice holiday. We will see you on Tuesday!

Library of Things Open House

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Current Events & Trends, Early Literacy & Learning, Games & Activities, Health & Wellness, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families

Discover more than books at our Library of Things Open House. Explore a diverse collection of non-traditional items available for checkout, from cake pans and hiking kits to microscopes and more.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Current Events & Trends, Early Literacy & Learning, Games & Activities, Health & Wellness, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover more than books at our Library of Things Open House. Explore a diverse collection of non-traditional items available for checkout, from cake pans and hiking kits to microscopes and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Unaccompanied Child Parental Permission Form

Any children between the ages of 10 and 16 who will be attending this program without an adult present in the library must have a copy of the Unaccompanied Child Parental Permission Form on file. This form only needs to be filled once per school year. 

Movie popcorn and a clapperboard

Holocaust Remembrance: "Operation Finale"

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Class & Event Types:
Reading Challenge, Books & More, History & Culture, Movies & Music
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Join us in commemorating International Holocaust Remembrance Day with a screening of the 2018 film Operation Finale, which details the efforts of Mossad Agent Peter Malkin to capture SS Officer Adolph Eichmann and bring him to justice.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge, Books & More, History & Culture, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in commemorating International Holocaust Remembrance Day with a screening of the 2018 film Operation Finale, which details the efforts of Mossad Agent Peter Malkin to capture SS Officer Adolph Eichmann and bring him to justice.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Neuro-Graphic Art

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room C at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Learn about Neuro-Graphic art and how it can help with your mental and emotional health.

Developed by Dr. Pavel Piskarev, Ph.D. we can use shapes, colors and simple lines to meditate, relax, and ease our minds.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room C
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about Neuro-Graphic art and how it can help with your mental and emotional health.

Developed by Dr. Pavel Piskarev, Ph.D. we can use shapes, colors and simple lines to meditate, relax, and ease our minds.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

A boy and girl learning at home with their mother.

Homeschool Explorers

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
History & Culture, Homeschool
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Homeschool Meetup:

Explore new subjects through presentations, demonstrations, resources, and activities.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: History & Culture, Homeschool
Registration Required

Explore new subjects through presentations, demonstrations, resources, and activities.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

faded image of John Fremont in civil war uniform

Meet the Author: Gregory Wolk- "John Fremont's 100 Days"

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Class & Event Types:
Celebrate America 250, Author Events, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

For one hundred days in 1861, John Frémont was the general in charge of the United States Army’s Western Department, an enormous territory that included the state of Illinois and all the states—and prospective states—that lay west of Illinoi

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Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Celebrate America 250, Author Events, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

For one hundred days in 1861, John Frémont was the general in charge of the United States Army’s Western Department, an enormous territory that included the state of Illinois and all the states—and prospective states—that lay west of Illinoi