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Library Board of Trustees

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 9:00pm
The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Library Meeting
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Meeting

Winter Storytime with Miss Nancy (Drop In)

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Silo at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Nancy for a special winter storytime.   Join in the fun with songs, puppets, flannel board stories, and a craft.  

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

Join Miss Nancy for a special winter storytime.   Join in the fun with songs, puppets, flannel board stories, and a craft.

 

 

Farewell Open House for Miss Nancy

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

 Join Us for a Special Farewell Open House! As we bid a fond farewell to Miss Nancy, we invite you to celebrate her years of service and dedication to the library.Stop by...

Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:


 Join Us for a Special Farewell Open House! 

As we bid a fond farewell to Miss Nancy, we invite you to celebrate her years of service and dedication to the library.

Tween/Teen Scene: Creative Writing Workshop

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Do you enjoy making up stories, poems, or graphic novels? Do you write for fun ? Is writing your favorite subject in school? This class is designed to encourage young writers to...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Do you enjoy making up stories, poems, or graphic novels? Do you write for fun ? Is writing your favorite subject in school?

Exam Cram (DROP-IN)

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Come study for your final exams with us the week before finals! De-stressing activities such as coloring and snacks will be provided.

Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Come study for your final exams with us the week before finals! De-stressing activities such as coloring and snacks will be provided.

Tween/Teen: Teatime Book Club

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Library-wide at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Storytime
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Bring your friends (stuffed or human) and join Mrs. Hansen for teatime. We will be serving a beverage & light snack (or bring your own) and reading chapter books. Holiday cloth...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Book Club, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

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

Exam Cram (DROP-IN)

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Come study for your final exams with us the week before finals! De-stressing activities such as coloring, and snacks will be provided.

Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Arnold & Mildred Erickson Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Come study for your final exams with us the week before finals! De-stressing activities such as coloring, and snacks will be provided.

Family Yoga Series (K-6 Grade)

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Wellness, Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Adults
Event Details:

This class is a series. When you register, you will be added to all 4 classes.Register each member of the family that will be attending.Join us for family yoga where we will become...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Adults
Program Type: Home & Wellness, Learning & Discovery, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

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

Register each member of the family that will be attending.

Chair Yoga

Thursday, December 12, 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:

This class will be held in-person. Remember to bring your block and strap. Please note, there will be no class on 11/28.   

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.

This class will be held in-person. Remember to bring your block and strap.

Please note, there will be no class on 11/28. 

 

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.

Book a Techie

Thursday, December 12, 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...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Adult Services North
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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.

Family Holiday Craft-Upcycled Winter Tree

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Create a beautiful three-dimensional winter tree from a recycled book or magazine. You can decorate it as a traditional Christmas Tree or create a wooded wonderland.  This ...

Waitlist
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, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create a beautiful three-dimensional winter tree from a recycled book or magazine. You can decorate it as a traditional Christmas Tree or create a wooded wonderland. 

Lawrence J. Martin Heritage Center

Friday, December 13, 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.

Film Club

Friday, December 13, 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.

Lawrence J. Martin Heritage Center

Saturday, December 14, 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.

Friends of the Library Coffee Bar

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Library-wide at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

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

Hatha Yoga

Monday, December 16, 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:

To join the waitlist, please email Jamie at jgehin@tcpld.org.  Please note, class will not meet on 11/25.        

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.

To join the waitlist, please email Jamie at jgehin@tcpld.org. 

Please note, class will not meet on 11/25.

 

 

 

 

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.

Ugly Sweater Bingo

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Show off your festive ugly sweater (optional) and join us for a fun game of BINGO with library friends! A $25 gift card will go to the participant with the most BINGOS! Festive sna...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Show off your festive ugly sweater (optional) and join us for a fun game of BINGO with library friends! A $25 gift card will go to the participant with the most BINGOS! Festive snacks provided.

Winter Container Garden with Peggy Garvin

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Create your own winter container garden with mixed noble, pine, cedar, and juniper evergreens with cones, branches and red cardinal in a holidays container. Please bring garden pru...

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

Create your own winter container garden with mixed noble, pine, cedar, and juniper evergreens with cones, branches and red cardinal in a holidays container.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Winter Container Garden with Peggy Garvin

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
The Mary Lynn Alms Educational Center (Meeting Room) at Town & Country Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Create your own winter container garden with mixed noble, pine, cedar, and juniper evergreens with cones, branches and red cardinal in a holidays container. Please bring garden pru...

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

Create your own winter container garden with mixed noble, pine, cedar, and juniper evergreens with cones, branches and red cardinal in a holidays container. Please bring garden pruners if you have them.

Homeschool Days-Crafting and Cocoa

Wednesday, December 18, 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:

Join us at the library for a day of crafting and hot cocoa with fellow homeschoolers. Drop in and make adorable reindeer hot cocoa bundles or a hot chocolate mix ornament to enjoy ...

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:

Join us at the library for a day of crafting and hot cocoa with fellow homeschoolers. Drop in and make adorable reindeer hot cocoa bundles or a hot chocolate mix ornament to enjoy yourself or give as gifts!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Chair Yoga

Thursday, December 19, 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:

This class will be held in-person. Remember to bring your block and strap. Please note, there will be no class on 11/28.   

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.

This class will be held in-person. Remember to bring your block and strap.

Please note, there will be no class on 11/28. 

 

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.

Book a Techie

Thursday, December 19, 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...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Town & Country Public Library
Room: Adult Services North
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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.

Lawrence J. Martin Heritage Center

Friday, December 20, 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.

Girls Who Science

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
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 as space...

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: 6
Event Details:

Join us for girls STEM education and empowerment.