Upcoming Events

Join the Youth Services Staff at Veteran's Memorial Park, where we will read stories and dance to music. Bring chairs or blankets to sit on. (If it's raining or if the heat index is projected to be 100° or higher by 9 a.m.

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Every Monday-Friday*  from 12:00-1:00 p.m.

*Program begins June 2, 2025 and ends on August 15, 2025.

Come to the library to read to a licensed therapy dog. Dog owner will be present. This program is for kids in grades K through 5. 

Sign up for a slot by stopping by or calling the library.

Coffee with Police Chief John Birk will begin with a topical presentation or guest speaker. Chief Birk will provide an overview of events or criminal activity within the city over the past month, allowing residents to stay informed.

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Every Monday-Friday*  from 12:00-1:00 p.m.

*Program begins June 2, 2025 and ends on August 15, 2025.

Calling all Racers! Prove that you are the best racer by taking part in our Super Mario Kart™ Tournament. The winner gets bragging rights!

Nintendo®  is not a sponsor of or affiliated with this tournament.

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

It's "The Game of Life" for seniors! Join us to learn and interact with local professionals that assist with the aging journey. Free, Fun & Prizes! 

Come decorate our sidewalk and show off your artistic skills with some chalk drawings!

All ages

¡Ven a decorar nuestra acera y muestra tus habilidades artísticas con algunos dibujos con tiza!

Todas las edades

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Every Monday-Friday*  from 12:00-1:00 p.m.

*Program begins June 2, 2025 and ends on August 15, 2025.

Creativity and drinks are aplenty as you make your own knotted bookmark using friendship bracelet techniques!

Read and discuss "The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency" by Alexander McCall Smith. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. Digital editions may be available from Libby or Hoopla.

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Every Monday-Friday*  from 12:00-1:00 p.m.

*Program begins June 2, 2025 and ends on August 15, 2025.

Colorea Nuestro Mundo: Unase a pintar arcoíris y regaderas de cerámica.

Color Our World: Join us to complete a ceramic rainbow or watering can painting craft.

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Every Monday-Friday*  from 12:00-1:00 p.m.

*Program begins June 2, 2025 and ends on August 15, 2025.

Staff review

¡Acompañanos a pintar conchas marinas con pintura inflable! Es una gran manualidad para este verano.

Join us in painting sea shells with puffy paint! It's a great craft for this summer. 

Join the Youth Services Staff at Petersen Park Shelter A, where we will read stories and dance to music. Bring chairs or blankets to sit on. (If it's raining or if the heat index is projected to be 100° or higher by 9 a.m.

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Every Monday-Friday*  from 12:00-1:00 p.m.

*Program begins June 2, 2025 and ends on August 15, 2025.

From the desert lands of the Sahara to the plains of the Serengeti to Mount Kilimanjaro and beyond –join us for a celebration of Africa’s culture and folk tale traditions with dramatic storytelling and engaging characters.

Join us at the library and make (or take) a character with an experienced Dungeon Master as we play the 5th edition of this fantasy role-playing game.