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Babies and Books

Monday, April 29, 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.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program 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: Youth Program 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 "Family" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

ChessPort

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Family, Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Join ChessPort! No experience necessary. Chess sets are provided. Free, no registration. All current, former, rusty, and new players welcome!

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Age Group: Family, Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Special Program
Description:
Join ChessPort! No experience necessary. Chess sets are provided. Free, no registration. All current, former, rusty, and new players welcome! ...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Day of Action and Remembrance for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Two-Spirits

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Movie, Performance, Special Program
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

May 5 is a day of remembrance, recognition, and action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Two-Spirits across the U.S. and Canada. Thousands of Native women and two-spiri

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Movie, Performance, Special Program
Description:
May 5 is a day of remembrance, recognition, and action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Two-Spirits across the U.S. and Canada. Thousands of Native women and two-spirits go missing or are found murdered every year. WEAR RED TO SHOW SUPPO...
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.

Babies and Books

Monday, May 6, 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 "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, May 7, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
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 hair conditioner 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 hair conditioner slime. ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Illinois Libraries Presents: The Many Lives of Kal Penn [Virtual Event & Watch Party]

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

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER or come to the library for the Watch Party! The Many Lives of Kal Penn Kal Penn (kalpenn.com) is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Dire

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Event/ Watch Party
Description:
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER or come to the library for the Watch Party! The Many Lives of Kal Penn Kal Penn (kalpenn.com) is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement. He is known for h...
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program 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: Youth Program 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, May 9, 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!   ...
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

PAWS to Read

Saturday, May 11, 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. ...
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.

Babies and Books

Monday, May 13, 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 "Adult" group.

Monday Murders Book Group: Rules of Prey by John Sandford

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Boardroom at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

The first in Sandford's "Prey" series (he's now on number 34!) We'll discuss and see if it is a fitting beginning to his very popular series. Everyone welcome for this book grou

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Description:
The first in Sandford's "Prey" series (he's now on number 34!) We'll discuss and see if it is a fitting beginning to his very popular series. Everyone welcome for this book group. No registration! Pick up a copy of the book on the 2nd floor of the...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Calling all teens! Want more teen activities and social events? Need to fulfill volunteer hours? Get involved on this planning team and help improve library services for 7th - 12th

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Special Program
Description:
Calling all teens! Want more teen activities and social events? Need to fulfill volunteer hours? Get involved on this planning team and help improve library services for 7th - 12th graders. All ideas welcome! ...
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program 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: Youth Program 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 "Adult" group.

One Book One Freeport planning meeting

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Boardroom at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

This is a planning meeting for One Book One Freeport 2025. Anyone is welcome to attend and assist.

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:
This is a planning meeting for One Book One Freeport 2025. Anyone is welcome to attend and assist. ...
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Messy Masterpieces

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Maker Program
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Preschool
Description:

Come create with us!  Each month we will make a masterpiece you can take home.  Come dressed to make a mess!

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Preschool
Program Type: Maker Program
Description:
Come create with us!  Each month we will make a masterpiece you can take home.  Come dressed to make a mess! ...
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.

Babies and Books

Monday, May 20, 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 "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Make It Monday: Flowers

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Maker Program
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Join us each month as we make a different project you can take home.  This month we will be making flowers and planting one to take home.

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Maker Program
Description:
Join us each month as we make a different project you can take home.  This month we will be making flowers and planting one to take home. ...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Bookmarks! an Adult/Teen craft

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Maker Program
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult
Description:

Why have we not made bookmarks before? We will make pressed flower bookmarks and/or little felt bird bookmarks.  If you like to craft, but don't necessarily need another bo

Required
Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Maker Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Description:
Why have we not made bookmarks before? We will make pressed flower bookmarks and/or little felt bird bookmarks.  If you like to craft, but don't necessarily need another bookmark in your life, you can donate it for outreach visits to local re...
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program 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: Youth Program 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.   ...

MEMORIAL DAY

All Day
Freeport Public Library

Closed for Memorial Day

Closing
Branches:
Freeport Public Library
Description:
Closed for Memorial Day ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Therapeutic Recreation craft for I.D.D. adults

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Maker Program
Age Group:
Adult
Description:

Join us for this drop-in program where we will craft, chat, and have fun!

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Maker Program
Description:
Join us for this drop-in program where we will craft, chat, and have fun! ...
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Teens Only: Pizza Tasting

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

Join us for a blind taste test and decide the best pizza in Freeport!

Required
Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Special Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:
Join us for a blind taste test and decide the best pizza in Freeport! ...

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program 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: Youth Program 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.   ...