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Tea & Tales

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Silo at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Age Group:
Children
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....

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
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)

Children under the age of 9 years may not be left unattended in the Library under any circumstances. A parent or other responsible adult must remain in the library building for the full duration of the program and must be visible when the program is over.

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.

Girls Who Science

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Special Event, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us for girls STEM education and empowerment. The goal of Girls Who Science is to teach, empower, and mentor girls ages 7-11 in the community. Various STEM topics, such ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Special Event, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us for girls STEM education and empowerment.

Kindergarten Readiness Series

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Prepare your child for kindergarten next fall by enrolling them in our Kindergarten Readiness Winter/Spring classes! These classes will continue reinforcing & building on skill...

Closed
Required
Payment
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Prepare your child for kindergarten next fall by enrolling them in our Kindergarten Readiness Winter/Spring classes!

Floral Arranging - Annual Container Garden

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Learning & Discovery
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

    THIS CLASS IS FULL. JOIN THE WAITLIST HERE:  https://forms.gle/u2aq8kE4be7C9Y6P9    This program will be offered in-person. Join Pegg...

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

 

 

THIS CLASS IS FULL. JOIN THE WAITLIST HERE: 

https://forms.gle/u2aq8kE4be7C9Y6P9 

 

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.

Floral Arranging - Annual Container Garden

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Learning & Discovery
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

  THIS CLASS IS FULL. JOIN THE WAITLIST HERE:  https://forms.gle/u2aq8kE4be7C9Y6P9      This program will be offered in-person. Join Pegg...

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

 

THIS CLASS IS FULL. JOIN THE WAITLIST HERE: 

https://forms.gle/u2aq8kE4be7C9Y6P9 

 

 

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.

Discover with Me-Dance Class Series

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

DISCOVER WITH ME w/Adult (age walking-up to age 3) Through exploration, and gross motor development exercises, children will blossom with each passing class, as they grow with t...

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:

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

Film Club

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
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.

Yvonne Wolf

Midday Monday - An Introduction to the East Asian Garden

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

  This program will be offered in a hybrid format with both in-person and virtual options. Yvonne Wolf gives a short background on the aesthetics of the Japanese and the...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learning & Discovery
Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

 

This program will be offered in a hybrid format 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.

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

Discover with Me-Dance Class Series

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

DISCOVER WITH ME w/Adult (age walking-up to age 3) Through exploration, and gross motor development exercises, children will blossom with each passing class, as they grow with t...

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:

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

Traveling Science Center-Summer Reading Kickoff

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The Illinois Natural History Survey Traveling Science Center is a 320 square foot mobile center for youth and adults that features information and engaging, hands-on exhibits on bi...

Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

The Illinois Natural History Survey Traveling Science Center is a 320 square foot mobile center for youth and adults that features information and engaging, hands-on exhibits on biodiversity, natural and cultural resources, and environmental stewa

Disclaimer(s)

Children under the age of 9 years may not be left unattended in the Library under any circumstances. A parent or other responsible adult must remain in the library building for the full duration of the program and must be visible when the program is over.

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Lego Days (DROP IN)

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Drop in and build something neat with our collection of LEGO bricks. No registration is required - just stop by anytime between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. for some LEGO fun!

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

Drop in and build something neat with our collection of LEGO bricks. No registration is required - just stop by anytime between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. for some LEGO fun!

Family Storytime (Drop In)

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Outdoor Family Den at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Bring all the children to the Outdoor Family Den for a story time full of seasonal books, songs, fingerplay, and movement.     

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

Bring all the children to the Outdoor Family Den for a story time full of seasonal books, songs, fingerplay, and movement. 

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Children under the age of 9 years may not be left unattended in the Library under any circumstances. A parent or other responsible adult must remain in the library building for the full duration of the program and must be visible when the program is over.

Temple Grandin

The Hidden Gifts of Visual Thinkers with Dr. Temple Grandin

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

  This program will be held virtually.   Register on Zoom here: bit.ly/ILP_TempleGrandin   Join us for a special event with Dr. Grandin, one of t...

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

 

This program will be held virtually.

 

Register on Zoom here: bit.ly/ILP_TempleGrandin

 

Paws to Read

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:15pm
Silo at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Age Group:
Children
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 sign up for one-15 minute session ...

Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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 sign up for one-15 minute session with our wonderful therapy dogs.

Paws to Read

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 1:30pm - 1:45pm
Silo at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Age Group:
Children
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 sign up for one-15 minute session ...

Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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 sign up for one-15 minute session with our wonderful therapy dogs.

Paws to Read

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:15pm
Silo at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Age Group:
Children
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 sign up for one-15 minute session ...

Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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 sign up for one-15 minute session with our wonderful therapy dogs.

Paws to Read

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 2:30pm - 2:45pm
Silo at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Age Group:
Children
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 sign up for one-15 minute session ...

Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Silo
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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 sign up for one-15 minute session with our wonderful therapy dogs.

DIY Spa Workshop-Sugar Scrub

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Wellness, Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Join us at the library and make a simple, fun, refreshing spa-like sugar scrub!  Drop in anytime between 3-4. Registration is required so we have enough supplies.   ...

Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Home & Wellness, Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us at the library and make a simple, fun, refreshing spa-like sugar scrub!  Drop in anytime between 3-4. Registration is required so we have enough supplies.

 

 

 

 

 

Medicare Basics

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

  This program will be offered in-person only.    Anyone turning 65 or approaching retirement is welcome to attend this informative seminar&n...

Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

3-6 Year Old Storytime (Drop In)

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Outdoor Family Den at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Hansen at the Outdoor Family Den for a storytime full of seasonal books, songs, fingerplays, and movement. This program is geared towards children who are comfortable at...

Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Outdoor Family Den
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Storytime
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Hansen at the Outdoor Family Den for a storytime full of seasonal books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.

Disclaimer(s)

Children under the age of 9 years may not be left unattended in the Library under any circumstances. A parent or other responsible adult must remain in the library building for the full duration of the program and must be visible when the program is over.

Crafternoon

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Learning & Discovery
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Upcycle our old CD's into fun decorations for your room, or feel free to bring your own old CDs.

Required
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
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Upcycle our old CD's into fun decorations for your room, or feel free to bring your own old CDs.

Fabyan Villa & Japanese Garden Tour

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us on an OFFSITE adventure to Fabyan Japanese Garden and Villa. Installed c. 1910, the Fabyan Japanese Garden is a tranquil oasis where history melds with nature and desi...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Learning & Discovery
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us on an OFFSITE adventure to Fabyan Japanese Garden and Villa. Installed c. 1910, the Fabyan Japanese Garden is a tranquil oasis where history melds with nature and design.

Junior Explorers

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us for a day in the garden! Come explore the world of plants with this investigative science program. You will have the opportunity to explore through hands-on activities, art...

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: 12
Event Details:

Join us for a day in the garden! Come explore the world of plants with this investigative science program.

Preschool Play-Doh Party (Drop In)

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Come play with play-doh with all of your friends at the Library! No registration is required - just stop by anytime between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. for some Play-doh fun!

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

Come play with play-doh with all of your friends at the Library!

No registration is required - just stop by anytime between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. for some Play-doh fun!