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Virtual: College Planning-SAT & ACT Success

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

College Planning-SAT & ACT Success This comprehensive workshop will answer all of your questions about college entrance exams. Families will learn key differences between th...

Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Event Details:

College Planning-SAT & ACT Success

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Discover with Me Dance Series (age walking-up to age 3)

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

This class is a series. When you register, you will be added to all 4 classes. DISCOVER WITH ME w/Adult (age walking-up to age 3) Through exploration, and gross motor develop...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This class is a series. When you register, you will be added to all 4 classes.

DISCOVER WITH ME w/Adult (age walking-up to age 3)

This event is in the "Children" group.

DISCOVER DANCE Series (age 3-5)

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

This class is a series. When you register, you will be added to all 4 classes. Watch your child’s independence and confidence soar, as we explore the benefits of a more structur...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This class is a series. When you register, you will be added to all 4 classes.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Cancelled-Homeschool Days - HAUNTED GINGERBREAD HOUSES

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Build your own haunted gingerbread house!  Using graham crackers, frosting, and candies, we'll make spooky houses you can take home and eat.

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Build your own haunted gingerbread house!  Using graham crackers, frosting, and candies, we'll make spooky houses you can take home and eat.

Disclaimer(s)

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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Tween/Teen: Art Scene

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Learning & Discovery
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Join the fun! Indulge your creativity and nurture your inner artist!  Enjoy hanging out with your friends, while creating some art & trying out different Artists’ techniqu...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learning & Discovery
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join the fun! Indulge your creativity and nurture your inner artist!  Enjoy hanging out with your friends, while creating some art & trying out different Artists’ techniques!

Oct: Spooky Tim Burton Inspired Selfies

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chair Yoga

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Gentle Chair-Assisted Yoga:

Join yoga instructor Lynn Meredith for gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises. Chair-assisted yoga provides all the health benefits of yoga without the need to get down on the floor...

Event Details:

Please note, the class on 10/31 will be virtual.   

Closed
Required
Payment
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Wellness
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join yoga instructor Lynn Meredith for gentle, non-strenuous chair exercises. Chair-assisted yoga provides all the health benefits of yoga without the need to get down on the floor. The class consists of seated and standing exercises using the chair for balance and stability. Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga block and strap.

Please note:

  • No prorating or refunds.
  • Payment can be made online, in person, or via mail.

Please note, the class on 10/31 will be virtual. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Notice: Attending programs constitutes consent to be photographed/videotaped for library purposes.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Book a Techie

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult Services North at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Need help with a device or other technological issue? Sign up for personalized 1-on-1 assistance with a library staff member. Please provide detailed information about your tech is...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Adult Services North
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Need help with a device or other technological issue? Sign up for personalized 1-on-1 assistance with a library staff member. Please provide detailed information about your tech issue when registering.

Disclaimer(s)

Notice: Attending programs constitutes consent to be photographed/videotaped for library purposes.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Afterschool Art (6-9 yr olds)

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Learning & Discovery
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Hansen in exploring your creative side each month with an exciting new seasonal art adventure!  This program is perfect for hanging out with friends and unleashing y...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learning & Discovery
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Hansen in exploring your creative side each month with an exciting new seasonal art adventure!  This program is perfect for hanging out with friends and unleashing your inner artist!

Oct: Shadow Art

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginning Crochet Class

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a beginner crochet class to learn basic stitches with a few variations and how to read basic patterns! Material list will be emailed to participants prior to first clas...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Join us for a beginner crochet class to learn basic stitches with a few variations and how to read basic patterns! Material list will be emailed to participants prior to first class.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mindfulness Techniques

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us as Airianna Quintanilla of Blackberry Counseling Center guides us through mindfulness techniques to reduce stress, increase cognitive health and focus, and to generate a se...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Home & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us as Airianna Quintanilla of Blackberry Counseling Center guides us through mindfulness techniques to reduce stress, increase cognitive health and focus, and to generate a sense of wellbeing. 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Baby and Toddler Storytime-10:00 am (DROP-IN)

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Silo at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

Storytime for babies and toddlers combines enjoyment and enrichment! Miss Nancy's learning plan includes songs, flannel board activities, and stories that all work to enhance the d...

Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Silo
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime for babies and toddlers combines enjoyment and enrichment! Miss Nancy's learning plan includes songs, flannel board activities, and stories that all work to enhance the development of early literacy.

 

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lawrence J. Martin Heritage Center

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Heritage Center at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy, History, Outside Organization
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Visit the Lawrence J Martin Center and learn about the contents of this unique Elburn community collection.  KCGS Volunteers are on-hand to assist you with your family history...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Heritage Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, History, Outside Organization
Event Details:

Visit the Lawrence J Martin Center and learn about the contents of this unique Elburn community collection.  KCGS Volunteers are on-hand to assist you with your family history research or guide you through home research resources.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Baby and Toddler Storytime-11:00 am (DROP-IN)

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Silo at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

Storytime for babies and toddlers combines enjoyment and enrichment! Miss Nancy's learning plan includes songs, flannel board activities, and stories that all work to enhance the d...

Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Silo
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime for babies and toddlers combines enjoyment and enrichment! Miss Nancy's learning plan includes songs, flannel board activities, and stories that all work to enhance the development of early literacy.

 

 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Homeschool Art Series (2-6 grade)

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Come and join us for a creative art experience! We will explore several art mediums such as watercolor, oil pastels, chalk art, drawing, stamping, sensory art, marbl...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come and join us for a creative art experience!

Disclaimer(s)

A $25.00 Non-Resident Fee is required for this series of programs.  
Non-Residents must register in person.
A Non-Resident is defined as any patron who does not hold a library card with any library. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Film Club

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Learning & Discovery
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

  This hybrid program will be offered with both in-person and virtual options.  Enjoy a movie night with friends as Film Studies instructor Joshua Casburn ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Learning & Discovery
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

 

This hybrid program will be offered with both in-person and virtual options. 

Disclaimer(s)

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Hatha Yoga

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Yoga:

Grab your yoga mat, put on comfy clothes, and get ready for a relaxing hour of yoga with seasoned instructor Lynn Meredith. Remember to bring your mat, blanket/towel, strap, and...

Event Details:

Remember to bring your yoga mat, block, and strap! Please note, the October 28 class will be virtual. All other classes are planned to be in person.  To join the waitlis...

Closed
Required
Payment
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Wellness
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Grab your yoga mat, put on comfy clothes, and get ready for a relaxing hour of yoga with seasoned instructor Lynn Meredith.

Remember to bring your mat, blanket/towel, strap, and block!

Please note:

  • No prorating or refunds.
  • Payment can be made online, in person, or via mail.

Remember to bring your yoga mat, block, and strap!

Please note, the October 28 class will be virtual. All other classes are planned to be in person. 

Disclaimer(s)

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Notice: Attending programs constitutes consent to be photographed/videotaped for library purposes.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Gardening Can be Murder

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

With their deadly plants, razor-sharp shears, shady corners, and ready-made burial sites, gardens make an ideal scene for a murder mystery. Join Marta McDowell, a writer, gardener,...

Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

With their deadly plants, razor-sharp shears, shady corners, and ready-made burial sites, gardens make an ideal scene for a murder mystery.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Mixed Age Storytime-10:00 am (DROP-IN)

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Silo at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Nancy for an all-ages story time full of songs, fingerplays, flannel board activities, stories and a craft.    

Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Silo
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Storytime
Event Details:

Join Miss Nancy for an all-ages story time full of songs, fingerplays, flannel board activities, stories and a craft.  

 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Mixed Age Storytime-11:00 am (DROP-IN)

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Silo at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Nancy for an all-ages story time full of songs, fingerplays, flannel board activities, stories and a craft.

Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Silo
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Storytime
Event Details:

Join Miss Nancy for an all-ages story time full of songs, fingerplays, flannel board activities, stories and a craft.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Little STEAMers

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Hansen for simple STEAM related activities. Children ages 3-5 years old will learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math in this interactive program. Oc...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Hansen for simple STEAM related activities. Children ages 3-5 years old will learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math in this interactive program.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Open Studio

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

This program will be offered in-person only.  Open Studio is a monthly gathering for teens and adults that have a passion for any sort of art or crafting - drawing, sewing,...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

This program will be offered in-person only. 

Disclaimer(s)

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Notice: Attending programs constitutes consent to be photographed/videotaped for library purposes.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Raise Your Voice with Jason Reynolds: ILP

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Outside Organization
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Welcome Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. The recipient of a Newbery Honor, a...

Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Outside Organization
Event Details:

Welcome Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Discover with Me Dance Series (age walking-up to age 3)

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

This class is a series. When you register, you will be added to all 4 classes. DISCOVER WITH ME w/Adult (age walking-up to age 3) Through exploration, and gross motor develop...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This class is a series. When you register, you will be added to all 4 classes.

DISCOVER WITH ME w/Adult (age walking-up to age 3)

This event is in the "Children" group.

DISCOVER DANCE Series (age 3-5)

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

This class is a series. When you register, you will be added to all 4 classes. Watch your child’s independence and confidence soar, as we explore the benefits of a more structur...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This class is a series. When you register, you will be added to all 4 classes.