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Spanish Family Fun Night

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Bilingual
Age Group:
Family, Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Join us for an evening of fun in Spanish!  

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

Join us for an evening of fun in Spanish!  

THANKSGIVING DAY

All Day
Freeport Public Library

Closed for Thanksgiving Day

Closing
Branches:
Freeport Public Library
Description:

Closed for Thanksgiving Day

POST-THANKSGIVING DAY

All Day
Freeport Public Library

Closed for Post-Thanksgiving Day

Closing
Branches:
Freeport Public Library
Description:

Closed for Post-Thanksgiving Day

Frosty Family Fun Night: FHN Festival of Trees Event

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Family, Preschool, Elementary, Young Adult
Description:

Enjoy an evening of fun for the whole family-holiday crafts, treats, and more!  Plus, grown-ups that bring kids to the event can enter to win a $100 gift card.  &nbs...

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

Enjoy an evening of fun for the whole family-holiday crafts, treats, and more!  Plus, grown-ups that bring kids to the event can enter to win a $100 gift card.   

Slime Making

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 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 Christmas Tree 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 Christmas Tree Slime.

Holiday Storytelling

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family, Early Childhood, Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Listen to a holiday story or two by Santa and Mrs. Clause in Santa’s visiting area.  After stories, be sure to tell Santa what you would like for Christmas.   

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

Listen to a holiday story or two by Santa and Mrs. Clause in Santa’s visiting area.  After stories, be sure to tell Santa what you would like for Christmas. 

 

Raina Telgemeier

Illinois Libraries Present: The Magic of Raina Telgemeier [Virtual Event & Watch Party]

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Boardroom at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Virtual Event/ Watch Party
Age Group:
Family, Elementary, Young Adult, Adult
Description:

The Magic of Raina Telgemeier Register here: https://bit.ly/ILP_RainaTelgemeier Join us for a night with critically acclaimed comic artist, Raina Telgemeier! Raina is th...

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

The Magic of Raina Telgemeier

Pokemon Club

Thursday, December 12, 2024 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!

PAWS to Read

Saturday, December 14, 2024 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.

Holiday Storytelling

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family, Early Childhood, Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Listen to a holiday story or two by Santa and Mrs. Clause in Santa’s visiting area.  After stories, be sure to tell Santa what you would like for Christmas.   

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

Listen to a holiday story or two by Santa and Mrs. Clause in Santa’s visiting area.  After stories, be sure to tell Santa what you would like for Christmas. 

 

Homeschool Happenings: Holidays Around the World

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Family, Preschool, Elementary, Young Adult
Description:

Calling all homeschoolers! Each month, we will dive into a new and exciting topic designed to inspire and support homeschooling families. Enjoy engaging discussions, resource shari...

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

Calling all homeschoolers! Each month, we will dive into a new and exciting topic designed to inspire and support homeschooling families.

Spanish Family Fun Night

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Bilingual
Age Group:
Family, Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Join us for an evening of fun in Spanish!  

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

Join us for an evening of fun in Spanish!  

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

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.   

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!

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!

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.

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!

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.

Homeschool Happenings: Winter STEAM Projects

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Family, Preschool, Elementary, Young Adult
Description:

Calling all homeschoolers! Each month, we will dive into a new and exciting topic designed to inspire and support homeschooling families. Enjoy engaging discussions, resource shari...

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

Calling all homeschoolers! Each month, we will dive into a new and exciting topic designed to inspire and support homeschooling families.

Spanish Family Fun Night

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Bilingual
Age Group:
Family, Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Join us for an evening of fun in Spanish!  

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

Join us for an evening of fun in Spanish!  

Slime Making

Tuesday, February 4, 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 Valentine's 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 Valentine's Slime.

Story Time and Craft for Youth [O.B.O.F.]

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Maker Program
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Join us as we read the children's One Book One Freeport selection Memory Jars by Vera Brosgol followed by an opportunity to make your own memory jar. 

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

Join us as we read the children's One Book One Freeport selection Memory Jars by Vera Brosgol followed by an opportunity to make your own memory jar.