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Beginning Birder Club

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Beginning Birder Club – Third Saturday of the Month – September through April! Freeport Public Library, Room A/B 10:30 a.m. to approximately 12:00 p.m. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Beginning Birder Club – Third Saturday of the Month – September through April!
Freeport Public Library, Room A/B
10:30 a.m. to approximately 12:00 p.m.

This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.

Babies and Books

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtim...

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtime, allowing children and adults time to interact with each other.

This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.

Babies and Books

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtim...

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtime, allowing children and adults time to interact with each other.

CHRISTMAS EVE HOLIDAY

All Day
Freeport Public Library

Closed for Christmas Eve Holiday

Closing
Branches:
Freeport Public Library
Description:

Closed for Christmas Eve Holiday

CHRISTMAS DAY

All Day
Freeport Public Library

Closed for Christmas Day

Closing
Branches:
Freeport Public Library
Description:

Closed for Christmas Day

This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.

Babies and Books

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtim...

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtime, allowing children and adults time to interact with each other.

This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.

Babies and Books

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtim...

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtime, allowing children and adults time to interact with each other.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Therapeutic Recreation for folks with I.D.D.

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Learning Lab at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Maker Program
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

No registration required! Join our therapeutic recreation program designed especially for individuals with disabilities. Engage in crafting, chatting, and fun activities!

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Maker Program
Description:

No registration required! Join our therapeutic recreation program designed especially for individuals with disabilities. Engage in crafting, chatting, and fun activities!

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Countdown to Noon Year

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Family, Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Can’t stay up until midnight?  Come celebrate at the library’s Noon Year’s Party!  There will be music, dancing, crafts, a countdown to noon and lots more New Year’s fun....

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Family, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Special Program
Description:

Can’t stay up until midnight?  Come celebrate at the library’s Noon Year’s Party!  There will be music, dancing, crafts, a countdown to noon and lots more New Year’s fun.   

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Teen Tuesday: NYE Finale

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Join us for our last Teen Tuesday hang-out of 2024! We'll be playing games, making a craft, and enjoying each other's company before the New Year comes!

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Special Program
Description:

Join us for our last Teen Tuesday hang-out of 2024! We'll be playing games, making a craft, and enjoying each other's company before the New Year comes!

New Years Eve

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Freeport Public Library

Closing at 5:00pm for New Year's Eve

Closing
Branches:
Freeport Public Library
Description:

Closing at 5:00pm for New Year's Eve

NEW YEARS DAY

All Day
Freeport Public Library

Closed for New Years

Closing
Branches:
Freeport Public Library
Description:

Closed for New Years

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Life Size Candy Land

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Family, Early Childhood, Preschool, Elementary, Young Adult
Description:

We're bringing one of the most beloved board games to life! Come along on a journey through Candy Land's magical landscapes, where you can step into the game! Navigate a giant Cand...

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Age Group: Family, Early Childhood, Preschool, Elementary, Young Adult
Program Type: Special Program
Description:

We're bringing one of the most beloved board games to life! Come along on a journey through Candy Land's magical landscapes, where you can step into the game!

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Life Size Candy Land

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Family, Early Childhood, Preschool, Elementary, Young Adult
Description:

We're bringing one of the most beloved board games to life! Come along on a journey through Candy Land's magical landscapes, where you can step into the game! Navigate a giant Cand...

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Age Group: Family, Early Childhood, Preschool, Elementary, Young Adult
Program Type: Special Program
Description:

We're bringing one of the most beloved board games to life! Come along on a journey through Candy Land's magical landscapes, where you can step into the game!

This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.

Babies and Books

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtim...

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtime, allowing children and adults time to interact with each other.

This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.

Babies and Books

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtim...

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtime, allowing children and adults time to interact with each other.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Slime Making

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Maker Program
Age Group:
Family, Preschool, Elementary, Young Adult
Description:

Join us each month as we make a different type of slime!  This month we will be making Hot Chocolate Slime.

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Family, Preschool, Elementary, Young Adult
Program Type: Maker Program
Description:

Join us each month as we make a different type of slime!  This month we will be making Hot Chocolate Slime.

This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Preschool
Description:

Join us for stories, flannelboards, songs, and a craft every Wednesday morning.  For children ages 2-5 with their caregiver.  

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Join us for stories, flannelboards, songs, and a craft every Wednesday morning.  For children ages 2-5 with their caregiver.  

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Pokemon Club

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Elementary
Description:

Meet to play and talk Pokémon with other trainers! Players can bring their own cards, or use decks provided by the library. Trade cards, battle each other, or just talk strategy – ...

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Special Program
Description:

Meet to play and talk Pokémon with other trainers! Players can bring their own cards, or use decks provided by the library. Trade cards, battle each other, or just talk strategy – this club is for novice trainers and experts alike!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Illinois Libraries Present: Chicago Pizza: Past, Present & Future with Steve Dolinsky [Virtual Event & Watch Party]

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Boardroom at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Virtual Event/ Watch Party
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Chicago Pizza: Past, Present & Future with Steve Dolinsky Register here: https://bit.ly/ILP_SteveDolinsky Illinois Libraries Present Steve Dolinsky, well known Food ...

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Event/ Watch Party
Description:

Chicago Pizza: Past, Present & Future with Steve Dolinsky

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

PAWS to Read

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Family, Elementary
Description:

Visit the library and read a story to one of the sweet pups from Therapy Dogs International.

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Age Group: Family, Elementary
Program Type: Special Program
Description:

Visit the library and read a story to one of the sweet pups from Therapy Dogs International.

This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.

Babies and Books

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtim...

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtime, allowing children and adults time to interact with each other.

This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.

Babies and Books

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtim...

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtime, allowing children and adults time to interact with each other.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Monday Murders Book Group: Rip Through Time by Kelley Armstrong

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Boardroom at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

A Vancouver police detective visiting Edinburgh is magically transported back to 1869, where she gets involved in a murder case in which her avatar is deeply implicated. One mom...

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Description:

A Vancouver police detective visiting Edinburgh is magically transported back to 1869, where she gets involved in a murder case in which her avatar is deeply implicated.