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Ready, Set, Write! Write-In

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Let's work together on our writing projects! Participate in word wars, pick a prompt (if you like), and enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the library as you develop your work in progress.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 27, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's work together on our writing projects! Participate in word wars, pick a prompt (if you like), and enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the library as you develop your work in progress.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Family Storytime with Miss Moe (Drop In)

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Join us for Family Storytime with Miss Moe!  Children will enjoy songs, rhymes, flannel board activities, stories, and a craft that all work to enhance the development of early literacy skills.

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

Join us for Family Storytime with Miss Moe!  Children will enjoy songs, rhymes, flannel board activities, stories, and a craft that all work to enhance the development of early literacy skills.

Paws to Read

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Join us for a tail waggin’ good time as you practice reading aloud to trained therapy dogs in the library.  Children are invited to stop by the library and read, or just visit, for 10-15 minutes.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 27, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Silo
Age Group: Everyone, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a tail waggin’ good time as you practice reading aloud to trained therapy dogs in the library.  Children are invited to stop by the library and read, or just visit, for 10-15 minutes.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Tween/Teen Scene: STEAM Challenge

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Meet up with your friends at the library and enjoy exploring exciting STEAM related projects, challenges, or experiments. Join Mrs.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 28, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Learning & Discovery
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet up with your friends at the library and enjoy exploring exciting STEAM related projects, challenges, or experiments. Join Mrs.

Chair Yoga

Thursday, January 29, 2026 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 8, 9am for in-person registrants and 10am for those registering online.

Full
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
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 8, 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.

Family Storytime with Miss Moe (Drop In)

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Join us for Family Storytime with Miss Moe!  Children will enjoy songs, rhymes, flannel board activities, stories, and a craft that all work to enhance the development of early literacy skills.

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

Join us for Family Storytime with Miss Moe!  Children will enjoy songs, rhymes, flannel board activities, stories, and a craft that all work to enhance the development of early literacy skills.

STEAM Challenge

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join Mrs. Hansen in planning, designing, and engineering different STEAM related projects. We will explore a different challenge each class. 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 26, 2026 @ 9:00pm.
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Hansen in planning, designing, and engineering different STEAM related projects. We will explore a different challenge each class. 

Library Staff In-Service Day

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm

Library Staff In-Service Day

Closing
Branches:
Town & Country Public Library
Description:

Library Staff In-Service Day

Lawrence J. Martin Heritage Center

Friday, January 30, 2026 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.

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.

Hatha Yoga

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 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 8, 9am for in-person registrants and 10am for those registering online. On Monday, December 15, registration will open to all. 

Full
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
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 8, 9am for in-person registrants and 10am for those registering online. On Monday, December 15, registration will open to all. 

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.

Little Crafters (ages 3-6)

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Join Mrs. Hansen for simple seasonal crafting with your little ones. Projects are easy to complete and are designed to help children build their fine motor skills through cutting, coloring, gluing, and assembling.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 1, 2026 @ 9:00pm.
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:

Join Mrs. Hansen for simple seasonal crafting with your little ones. Projects are easy to complete and are designed to help children build their fine motor skills through cutting, coloring, gluing, and assembling.

Afterschool Crafters (ages 5-7)

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join Mrs. Hansen for simple seasonal crafting projects. 

FEB: Create a family portrait to celebrate your special love!

#WSPG7

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 2, 2026 @ 9:00pm.
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:

Join Mrs. Hansen for simple seasonal crafting projects. 

FEB: Create a family portrait to celebrate your special love!

#WSPG7

News of the world

Obscurity Book Club: News of the World by Paulette Jiles

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Join us at Obscurity Brewing in Elburn for a lively book discussion of News of the World by Paulette Jiles.

Participants are responsible for purchasing their own food and beverages.

#WSPG15

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Registration will close on February 3, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at Obscurity Brewing in Elburn for a lively book discussion of News of the World by Paulette Jiles.

Participants are responsible for purchasing their own food and beverages.

#WSPG15

Disclaimer(s)

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

Family Storytime with Miss Moe (Drop In)

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Join us for Family Storytime with Miss Moe!  Children will enjoy songs, rhymes, flannel board activities, stories, and a craft that all work to enhance the development of early literacy skills.

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

Join us for Family Storytime with Miss Moe!  Children will enjoy songs, rhymes, flannel board activities, stories, and a craft that all work to enhance the development of early literacy skills.

Homeschool Science Series (9-12 yr olds)

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Come out to the library for some fun, educational homeschool science classes!  This class incorporates both classical and book-based approach to science along with hands-on experiments.  

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 6, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come out to the library for some fun, educational homeschool science classes!  This class incorporates both classical and book-based approach to science along with hands-on experiments.  

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. 

Homeschool Science Series (6-8 yr olds)

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 2:15pm - 3:00pm

Come out to the library for some fun, educational homeschool science classes!  This class incorporates both classical and book-based approach to science along with hands-on experiments.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come out to the library for some fun, educational homeschool science classes!  This class incorporates both classical and book-based approach to science along with hands-on experiments.

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. 

Family History Writers

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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

Email Jamie at jgehin@tcpld.org for a link to attend virtually.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 4, 2026 @ 2:30pm.
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, History
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Email Jamie at jgehin@tcpld.org for a link to attend virtually.

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.

LEGO Challenge: 3,2,1, Blast Off!

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Channel your inner Lego Master and have fun building with friends!  All you need to bring is your imagination!  We will provide the materials. 

Drop in and stay as long as you want.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 2, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Channel your inner Lego Master and have fun building with friends!  All you need to bring is your imagination!  We will provide the materials. 

Drop in and stay as long as you want.

Kids’ Crochet Class: Hearts (Ages 7–12)

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Learn how to crochet in this fun beginner's class just for kids! We will be making seasonal projects that can be used as bookmarks, hair clips, etc. Parents are welcome to stay and help. No experience needed.

Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to crochet in this fun beginner's class just for kids! We will be making seasonal projects that can be used as bookmarks, hair clips, etc. Parents are welcome to stay and help. No experience needed.

Chair Yoga

Thursday, February 5, 2026 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 8, 9am for in-person registrants and 10am for those registering online.

Full
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
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 8, 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.

Family Storytime with Miss Moe (Drop In)

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Join us for Family Storytime with Miss Moe!  Children will enjoy songs, rhymes, flannel board activities, stories, and a craft that all work to enhance the development of early literacy skills.

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

Join us for Family Storytime with Miss Moe!  Children will enjoy songs, rhymes, flannel board activities, stories, and a craft that all work to enhance the development of early literacy skills.

Red cover Last Flight

The Next Chapter Book Club at Briana’s Pancake House: The Last Flight by Julie Clark

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Join us at Briana’s Pancake House in Elburn to chat about our upcoming 2026 book club! We will be discussing The Last Flight by Julie Clark during this fun, social gathering.  

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 5, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Outside Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at Briana’s Pancake House in Elburn to chat about our upcoming 2026 book club! We will be discussing The Last Flight by Julie Clark during this fun, social gathering.  

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Crafternoon

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Meet up with your friends for some cozy winter vibes crafting. Create your own unique Lunar New Year Lantern! Recycle your clean liter bottles into a unique lantern for the lunar New Year!

Feb: Liter Bottle Lanterns

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 5, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Learning & Discovery
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet up with your friends for some cozy winter vibes crafting. Create your own unique Lunar New Year Lantern! Recycle your clean liter bottles into a unique lantern for the lunar New Year!

Feb: Liter Bottle Lanterns

Virtual: College Planning-Scholarships, Grants, and Loans

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Scholarships, Grants, and Loans: Funding the Path to Higher Education

In this workshop, families will:

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

Scholarships, Grants, and Loans: Funding the Path to Higher Education

In this workshop, families will: