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Little Crafters (ages 3-6)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 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)

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 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.

MARCH: St Patrick's Day Rainbow Wreath  

#WSPG7

Obscurity Book Club: Isola by Allegra Goodman

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Registration will close on March 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 Isola by Allegra Goodman.

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.

Discover with Me Dance Series (walking-2 yrs old)

9:30am–10:00am
Babies & Toddlers
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: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

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

Family Storytime with Miss Moe (Drop In)

10:00am–10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
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.

Discover Dance Series (ages 3-5)

10:15am–10:45am
Children
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:

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

Homeschool Science Series (9-12 yr olds)

1:00pm–1:45pm
Tweens
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)

2:15pm–3:00pm
Children
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

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 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.

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

4:30pm–5:15pm
Children, Tweens
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.

Crafternoon

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 2, 2026 @ 9:00pm.
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:

Calling all creative kids! Bring your friends & join us at the library for crafting paper mache animals!

Chair Yoga

9:30am–10:30am
Adults
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)

10:00am–10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
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.

The Next Chapter Book Club: First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 5, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join other 55+ readers for a lively and engaging book discussion! Books will be pre-selected by the TCPLD Outreach Team. Light snacks will be provided.

March's book is: First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston.

#WSPG15

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.

Crafternoon

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 2, 2026 @ 9:00pm.
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:

Calling all creative kids! Bring your friends & join us at the library for crafting paper mache animals!

Virtual: College Planning-Empower & Excel: Successful College Transition for High School Students with IEP's and 504 Plans

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Outside Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Event Details:

This workshop ensures students with learning or physical differences are fully equipped to unleash their potential in college.

Genealogy Seekers: Community Cookbooks - Finding Family, Friends and Lost Recipes with Catherine Lambrecht

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 5, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:
Catherine Lambrecht has been working for several years acquiring and documenting Highland Park's community cookbooks. To date, over 32 Highland Park cookbooks have been found and/or identified.

Spanish Immersion Series @ 10am

10:00am–10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Silo
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you register for this event, you will also be registering for all other occurrences.

Senior Social Hour: Crystal Bowl Sound Healing

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
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: Adults
Program Type: Home & Wellness, Learning & Discovery
Registration Required
Event Details:

Crystal Bowl Sound Healing is a group sound therapy session during which you will be immersed in the soothing and powerfully healing tones, vibrations, and frequencies of the crystal singing bowls. Join us! 

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.

Spanish Immersion Series @11am

11:00am–11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Silo
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you register for this event, you will also be registering for all other occurrences.

Homeschool Creative Writing Series: Zany Zoo Adventures in Writing (ages 8-12)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Tweens
Full
Registration 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: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and join us for a Zany Zoo Writing Adventure sure to put a smile on every face! After the zookeeper goes home each night, the zoo comes alive with activity as the animals begin to talk!

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. 

Sensory Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Full
Registration 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: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for interactive stories, songs, and movement! This small group story time is for all children and all abilities. It is intended to provide extra sensory input during read aloud books and music/movement activities.

 

Rescheduled-Dave DiNaso’s Traveling World of Reptiles

1:00pm–2:15pm
Everyone
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 28, 2026 @ 9:00pm.
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:

The Traveling World of Reptiles is an up-close, live, hands-on presentation and experience featuring reptiles and amphibians from around the world.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Library Board of Trustees

7:15pm–9:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Meeting
Event Details:

Monthly public meeting of the Library Board of Trustees