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Naturalist Guided Hike: Fabulous Frogs

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Frogs herald the coming of spring with outbursts of song. Come along on this naturalist-guided search for our local and vocal amphibians. We’ll learn to identify frogs by songs and physical characteristics.

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Special Event
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Frogs herald the coming of spring with outbursts of song. Come along on this naturalist-guided search for our local and vocal amphibians. We’ll learn to identify frogs by songs and physical characteristics.

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

Tween/Teen Scene: Creative Writing Workshop

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Do you enjoy making up stories, poems, or graphic novels? Do you write for fun? Is writing your favorite subject in school? Would you like feedback on pieces you have written? Join your peers and let's get creative!

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Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Workshop
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Do you enjoy making up stories, poems, or graphic novels? Do you write for fun? Is writing your favorite subject in school? Would you like feedback on pieces you have written? Join your peers and let's get creative!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Obscurity Book Club: The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Join us for a lively discussion of The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith at Obscurity Brewing. 

Participants are responsible for purchasing their own food and beverages.

 

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
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Join us for a lively discussion of The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith at Obscurity Brewing. 

Participants are responsible for purchasing their own food and beverages.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Family History Writers

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Please note, our April meeting will be held on April 9. 

This group will be held in a hybrid format with both in-person and virtual options. 

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Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please note, our April meeting will be held on April 9. 

This group will be held in a hybrid format with both in-person and virtual options. 

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

Tween/Teen: Teatime Book Club

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:45pm

Bring your friends and join Mrs. Hansen for teatime. We will be serving a beverage & light snack (or bring your own) and reading chapter books. Copies of the book will be available to check out.

April: Ruffleclaw By: Cornelia Funke

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Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Book Club, Storytime
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Bring your friends and join Mrs. Hansen for teatime. We will be serving a beverage & light snack (or bring your own) and reading chapter books. Copies of the book will be available to check out.

April: Ruffleclaw By: Cornelia Funke

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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 "Adults" group

Medicare Basics

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

 

This program will be offered in-person only. 

Anyone turning 65 or approaching retirement is welcome to attend this informative seminar on Medicare.

 

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

 

This program will be offered in-person only. 

Anyone turning 65 or approaching retirement is welcome to attend this informative seminar on Medicare.

 

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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

Chair Yoga

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
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...

Registration opens for TCPLD cardholders on Monday, December 9, 9am for in-person registrants and 10am for those registering online.

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Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Wellness
Registration Required
Payment Required
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.

Registration opens for TCPLD cardholders on Monday, December 9, 9am for in-person registrants and 10am for those registering online.

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

Chess Scholars Series

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

This event is part of a combined series. If you register for this event, you will be automatically registered for all of the following events in the series.

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

This event is part of a combined series. If you register for this event, you will be automatically registered for all of the following events in the series.

This event is in the "Children" group

Tea & Tales

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join Mrs. Hansen for a tea party and books!  Bring your favorite stuffed friend & don't forget to wear your fancy clothes. We will be serving a beverage & light snack. You are welcome to bring your own snack.

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

Join Mrs. Hansen for a tea party and books!  Bring your favorite stuffed friend & don't forget to wear your fancy clothes. We will be serving a beverage & light snack. You are welcome to bring your own snack.

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 "Adults" group

Library BUNCO!

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Join us for a fun dice game with library friends! A $25 gift card will go to the participant with the most Buncos! Beginners welcome! Snacks provided.

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Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun dice game with library friends! A $25 gift card will go to the participant with the most Buncos! Beginners welcome! Snacks provided.

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.

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

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

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Home & Wellness, Learning & Discovery
Event Details:

Register through Zoom here: https://bit.ly/ILP_AlexisNikoleNelson 

This event is in the "Children" group

Yoga Storytime Series

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:00am

This event is part of a combined series. If you register for this event, you will be automatically registered for all of the following events in the series.

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Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Home & Wellness, Learning & Discovery, Special Event, Storytime
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Event Details:

This event is part of a combined series. If you register for this event, you will be automatically registered for all of the following events in the series.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Lawrence J. Martin Heritage Center

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm

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.

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Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Heritage Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, History, Outside Organization
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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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Homeschool Creative Writing Series (9-12 yr olds)

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Knights, Castles, and Dragons Writing Adventure

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

Knights, Castles, and Dragons Writing Adventure

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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

Lawrence J. Martin Heritage Center

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm

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.

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Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Heritage Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, History, Outside Organization
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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 "Everyone" group

Friends of the Library Coffee Bar

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm

Stop by the coffee bar to enjoy coffee, light refreshments, and an opportunity to meet new and old "Friends." 

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Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Entertainment
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Stop by the coffee bar to enjoy coffee, light refreshments, and an opportunity to meet new and old "Friends." 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Hatha Yoga

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
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...

Registration opens for TCPLD cardholders on Monday, December 9, 9am for in-person registrants and 10am for those registering online.

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Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Wellness
Registration Required
Payment Required
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.

Registration opens for TCPLD cardholders on Monday, December 9, 9am for in-person registrants and 10am for those registering online.

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

Character Storytime: Pirate

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Read with your favorite character in a highly interactive storytime, followed by a personal visit and photo ops. All ages welcome, costumes encouraged! Character appearance thanks to Parties with Character.

 

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Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Special Event, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Read with your favorite character in a highly interactive storytime, followed by a personal visit and photo ops. All ages welcome, costumes encouraged! Character appearance thanks to Parties with Character.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Scrabble Club

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Expand your lexicon while making new library friends! We will be meeting in the cafe area. Coffee provided. 

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Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Adult Services North
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
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Expand your lexicon while making new library friends! We will be meeting in the cafe area. Coffee provided. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Margaret Ritchie Noon Book Club Discussion

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm

 

This group will meet in-person.

 

Join the Noon Book Discussion Group for lively discussion about some of today's most popular books.

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Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

 

This group will meet in-person.

 

Join the Noon Book Discussion Group for lively discussion about some of today's most popular books.

This event is in the "Children" group

Adventures in Art (3-5 yr olds)

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Please register for each class separately.

Caregivers are invited to stay and help if child cannot work independently. DROP IN anytime between 1-2:15, and each simple project will take about 20 minutes.

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

Please register for each class separately.

Caregivers are invited to stay and help if child cannot work independently. DROP IN anytime between 1-2:15, and each simple project will take about 20 minutes.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Homeschool Days: Earth Day

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Start spring off with a bang by making your own seed bombs! Whether scattered or planted by hand in a garden, these seed bombs will produce a mix of beautiful wildflowers. They make a great gift too! 

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

Start spring off with a bang by making your own seed bombs! Whether scattered or planted by hand in a garden, these seed bombs will produce a mix of beautiful wildflowers. They make a great gift too! 

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

Family History Study Hall

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm

This group will meet in-person. 

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Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Heritage Center
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, History
Registration Required
Event Details:

This group will meet in-person. 

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

Tween/Teen: Art Scene

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join the fun! Indulge your creativity and nurture your inner artist!  Enjoy hanging out with your friends, while creating some art & trying out different Artist's techniques, as well as different types of art.

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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
Registration Required
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 Artist's techniques, as well as different types of art.