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ChessPort

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 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 "Family" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Week of the Young Child Kickoff

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Family, Early Childhood, Preschool
Description:

Kickoff the Week of the Young Child with family friendly activities by community partners that have an early childhood focus.  Drop in anytime between 10 am and noon to join i...

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

Kickoff the Week of the Young Child with family friendly activities by community partners that have an early childhood focus.  Drop in anytime between 10 am and noon to join in the fun!

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 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 "Elementary" group.

Pokemon Club

Thursday, April 10, 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 "Family" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

PAWS to Read

Saturday, April 12, 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 "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: Love the Earth

Monday, April 14, 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.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Teen Tuesday: Game Day! Charades & Pictionary

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Young Adult
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!

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 "Young Adult" group.

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

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Young Adult
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 B...

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 Prom

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Preschool
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.

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

ChessPort

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 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 "Elementary" group.

Pokemon Club

Thursday, May 8, 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 "Family" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

PAWS to Read

Saturday, May 10, 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 "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

Monday, May 12, 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.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Teen Summer Volunteer Informational Meeting

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Young Adult
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 involv...

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 "Young Adult" group.

Homeschool Prom

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Young Adult
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. Join us for an evening of community and dancing, alo...

Required
Library Branch: Freeport Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Special Program
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.

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 "Young Adult" group.

Teen Tuesday: Game Day! Ultimate Frisbee

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Young Adult
Description:

It's Game Day and we're going outside to play Ultimate Frisbee! Meet at the field in Debate Square, where we will build teams and face off. Wear clothes that you can move freely an...

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

It's Game Day and we're going outside to play Ultimate Frisbee! Meet at the field in Debate Square, where we will build teams and face off. Wear clothes that you can move freely and safely in. 

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

ChessPort

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 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 "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.

Summer Reading Kick Off Party

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Family, Early Childhood, Preschool, Elementary, Young Adult
Description:

Sign up for Summer Reading at our Summer Reading Kick-Off Party!  Children who sign up at the party will receive a free book.  We will also have crafts, tattoos, touch-a-...

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

Sign up for Summer Reading at our Summer Reading Kick-Off Party!  Children who sign up at the party will receive a free book.  We will also have crafts, tattoos, touch-a-truck, and games!  In case of rain, our party will move inside

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.

Messy Art Day

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Family, Early Childhood, Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Do you love making art and making a mess?  Here is your chance to do both at once!  Join us on the Youth Services Patio as we make some of our favorite messy art projects...

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

Do you love making art and making a mess?  Here is your chance to do both at once!  Join us on the Youth Services Patio as we make some of our favorite messy art projects.  We will make squeegee paintings, paint with flyswatters, ma

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Pokemon Club

Thursday, June 12, 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 "Family" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

PAWS to Read

Saturday, June 14, 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.

Juneteenth

All Day
Freeport Public Library

Closed for Juneteenth

Closing
Branches:
Freeport Public Library
Description:

Closed for Juneteenth

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.

Bluey Bash

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Freeport Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Family, Early Childhood, Preschool, Elementary
Description:

Wackadoo!  It’s a Bluey party at the library!  Drop in for crafts, activities, and games inspired by everyone’s favorite Blue Heeler!

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

Wackadoo!  It’s a Bluey party at the library!  Drop in for crafts, activities, and games inspired by everyone’s favorite Blue Heeler!