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Babies and Books

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

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.

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting 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: The Last Equation of Isaac Severy by Nova Jacobs

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Boardroom at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult

Just days after mathematician and family patriarch Isaac Severy dies of an apparent suicide, his adopted granddaughter Hazel, owner of a struggling Seattle bookstore, receives a letter from him by mail.

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

Just days after mathematician and family patriarch Isaac Severy dies of an apparent suicide, his adopted granddaughter Hazel, owner of a struggling Seattle bookstore, receives a letter from him by mail.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group

Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Young Adult

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

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 with this planning team to 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, December 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Preschool

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.  

FPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Boardroom at Freeport Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Freeport Public Library Board of Trustees monthly meetingOpen to the publicFind posted agendas and minutes here

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 "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Paper Pine Trees: an Adult & Teen craft

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Maker Program
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Make paper pine/Christmas trees for the winter season or the holidays. They would make a nice centerpiece, embellishment on a side table or mantle, or decoration on a buffet.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Maker Program
Registration Required
Description:

Make paper pine/Christmas trees for the winter season or the holidays. They would make a nice centerpiece, embellishment on a side table or mantle, or decoration on a buffet.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Pokemon Club

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Elementary

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!

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting 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, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Family, Elementary

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

Storytime with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family, Early Childhood, Preschool, Elementary

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

 

This event is in the "Early Childhood" group

Babies and Books

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

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.

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting 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

Homeschool Happenings: More Holidays Around the World

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Family, Preschool, Elementary, Young Adult

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

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 "Adult" group

Victorian Tree Corsages: an Adult craft

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Maker Program
Age Group:
Adult

Craft a Victorian Tree Corsage with Vicki. As soon as I have a picture, one will be added to this listing.

This will be a small class for adults only. 

Registration required. Registration opens November 15 at 9 a.m.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Maker Program
Registration Required
Description:

Craft a Victorian Tree Corsage with Vicki. As soon as I have a picture, one will be added to this listing.

This will be a small class for adults only. 

Registration required. Registration opens November 15 at 9 a.m.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group

Teen Tuesday: Game Day! One Night Werewolf

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Young Adult

It’s Game Day! This month we are taking on One Night Werewolf! In the course of only one night and the following morning, the players will determine who among them is a werewolf...hopefully.

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

It’s Game Day! This month we are taking on One Night Werewolf! In the course of only one night and the following morning, the players will determine who among them is a werewolf...hopefully.

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

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Preschool

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 "Adult" group

It's a Weird World...Krampus ('tis the season!)

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Boardroom at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Adult

In this month's episode of It's a Weird World, we will be discussing Krampus and other creepy holiday fiends and legends.

Join us for this interactive discussion group, no registration required.

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

In this month's episode of It's a Weird World, we will be discussing Krampus and other creepy holiday fiends and legends.

Join us for this interactive discussion group, no registration required.

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

Messy Masterpieces

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Maker Program
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Preschool

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, December 22, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

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.

Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting 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

CANCELED: Therapeutic Recreation for folks with I.D.D.

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Maker Program
Age Group:
Adult

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: 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: Hot Choco-Lit Chat

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Young Adult

Bring your own mug for hot chocolate and a cozy conversation around this year’s Rebecca Caudill Young Readers’ Book Award and Illinois Lincoln Award nominees! 

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

Bring your own mug for hot chocolate and a cozy conversation around this year’s Rebecca Caudill Young Readers’ Book Award and Illinois Lincoln Award nominees! 

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.

Christmas Eve

All Day
Freeport Public Library

Closed for Christmas Eve

Closing
Branches:
Freeport Public Library
Description:

Closed for Christmas Eve

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 29, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

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.

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

Cardboard Arcade

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary

Try your luck at our Cardboard Arcade! Play your favorite arcade games, including skeeball, basketball shoot out, bowling, and more!

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

Try your luck at our Cardboard Arcade! Play your favorite arcade games, including skeeball, basketball shoot out, bowling, and more!

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

Cardboard Arcade

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary

Try your luck at our Cardboard Arcade! Play your favorite arcade games, including skeeball, basketball shoot out, bowling, and more!

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

Try your luck at our Cardboard Arcade! Play your favorite arcade games, including skeeball, basketball shoot out, bowling, and more!