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This event is in the "Adult" group.

Therapeutic Recreation for folks with I.D.D.

10:30am - 11:30am
Adult
Maker Program
Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
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 "Young Adult" group.

Teen Tuesday: Game Day! Charades & Pictionary

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult
Special Program
Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Special Program
Description:

We're going a little old-school with these games this week! Join us to get a little silly, and a lot of creative by playing a few of the best group games around!

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

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Early Childhood, Preschool
Storytime
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 "Early Childhood" group.

Babies and Books

10:15am - 11:00am
Early Childhood
Storytime
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

11:15am - 12:00pm
Early Childhood
Storytime
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 "Young Adult" group.

Teen Tuesday: A Beginner's Guide to Birding with Juliet Moderow

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult
Special Program
Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Special Program
Description:

Juliet Moderow, education chair of the Northwest Illinois Bird and Nature Alliance, will teach the teens about local birds and bring specimens from the Highland Community College Bird collection.

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

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Early Childhood, Preschool
Storytime
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 "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Prom

10:00am - 11:00am
Early Childhood, Preschool
Special Program
Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Preschool
Program Type: Special Program
Description:

Bring your toddlers and preschoolers to our first Preschool Prom!  Enjoy dancing, a photo station, crafts, and sensory play.  Dressing up is encouraged, but not required.

This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.

Babies and Books

10:15am - 11:00am
Early Childhood
Storytime
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

11:15am - 12:00pm
Early Childhood
Storytime
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: UV Color Changing Bead Slime

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Family, Preschool, Elementary, Young Adult
Maker Program
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 UV Color Chaning Bead Slime.

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

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Early Childhood, Preschool
Storytime
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

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Elementary
Special Program
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

11:00am - 12:00pm
Family, Elementary
Special Program
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

10:15am - 11:00am
Early Childhood
Storytime
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

11:15am - 12:00pm
Early Childhood
Storytime
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.
Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Description:

Penzler’s latest anthology of the year’s best mystery stories, guest edited this time by Sara Paretsky, brings together short fiction weighted toward character-driven tales awash in psychological thrills.

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.

Homeschool Happenings: End of the Year Party

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Family, Preschool, Elementary, Young Adult
Special Program
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.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Teen Summer Volunteer Informational Meeting

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult
Special Program
Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Special Program
Description:

Are you in 7th through 12th grade and looking to volunteer at the Freeport Public Library? Join us for an informational meeting to go over everything you need to know to get involved this summer!

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

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Early Childhood, Preschool
Storytime
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 is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Purpose of Meeting

Freeport Public Library Board of Trustees monthly meeting

Open to the public

Find posted agendas and minutes here

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

Spanish Family Night

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Family, Preschool, Elementary
Bilingual
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!  

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

Messy Masterpieces

10:00am - 11:00am
Early Childhood, Preschool
Maker Program
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 "Young Adult" group.

Homeschool Prom

6:30pm - 9:00pm
Young Adult
Special Program
Registration
Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Special Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 87
Description:

Calling all homeschool teens: it's going to be a night to remember! We're hosting a prom just for homeschool teens in the area.

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.