Thursday, November 16, 2023

Let Limestone Township Library District help with the Holidays

 


Let Limestone Township Library District help with the Holidays

 

With everyone coming over for the holidays, it can be stressful making sure it all goes well.

 Let the library help you by finding the fun games you can check out and use during the holiday week coming up. We have giant versions of Connect Four, Jenga, and Yahtzee. You can find games based on favorite characters such as Bob the Builder and Sam from Green Eggs and Ham. We also have games that are cooperative in nature or competitive such as Hoot Hoot Owl and Raceway 57.

 You can find these games on our display table in the computer area and in the Game aisle.

 Looking for something specific? Call us at 815-939-1696.

 Check out our program calendar when you stop in.

Storytime takes place every Wednesday at 10:15 A.M., with Mr. William reading a picture book or two and leading us through a fun craft matching the theme of the book.

 Have questions about using Word or Excel or how to get around on the World Wide Web? Come in during Drop-in Tech Help day from 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 noon on Friday, November 17 or on Tuesday, November 21. When you arrive at the session, be sure to bring your device and any relevant passwords or login information you might need. The experts will help you troubleshoot and diagnose the issue, working with you to find a solution.

 Join us for Puppet Storytime Theater on Saturday, November 18 at 11:00 A.M. with Mr. William and Ms. Holly performing a fun story with our collection of puppets in our puppet theater! Come for the story, stay for the craft afterwards.

 The Friends of the Library are hosting a Pallet Painting class, led by Libby Wasser, on Saturday, November 18 from 12:30 P.M. till 2:30 P.M. The 3D design is a fitting message for the Christmas holiday season with wooden elements of a wreath and stars on pallet boards that can be hung up once the project is completed. The cost for the program is $30.00 to be paid at registration. All supplies for completing this project are provided. There is a limit of fourteen participants.

 Have an Adult Craft Night Out at our Adult Craft Night which takes place on Monday, November 20 at 6:30 P.M. when we create Christmas Gnomes.  Space is limited so please register for this program.  All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 Please be aware that the Library will be Closed on Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. We will Re-open on Saturday, November 25 at 10:00 A.M.

  Writer's Group will be held on Monday, November 27 at 6:30 P.M. A writer's group is a community of writers who come together to share their work, provide feedback, and support each other in their writing endeavors. It can be a great way to improve your writing skills, get inspiration, and connect with other writers. 

 
Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.

Any questions? Call us at 815-939-1696, email us at info@limestonelibrary.org, or message us at Facebook or Instagram.

Saturday, November 11, 2023

Pallet Painting to be held at Limestone Township Library District

 


Pallet Painting to be held at Limestone Township Library District

 

The Friends of the Library are hosting a Pallet Painting class, led by Libby Wasser, on Saturday, November 18 from 12:30 P.M. till 2:30 P.M.

 

The 3D design is a fitting message for the Christmas holiday season with wooden elements of a wreath and stars on pallet boards that can be hung up once the project is completed.

 

The cost for the program is $30.00 to be paid at registration. All supplies for completing this project are provided. There is a limit of fourteen participants.

 

This program is a fundraiser for the Friends of the Library. The Friends support and advocate for the patrons and staff of the Limestone Township Library District by contributing to library programming, fundraising and enhancing the appearance of our library and community in the spirit of friendship.

 

Please register ahead of time by calling the library at 815-939-1696 or stopping in at the Front Desk.

Check out our program calendar when you stop in.

Storytime takes place every Wednesday at 10:15 A.M., with Mr. William reading a picture book or two and leading us through a fun craft matching the theme of the book.

 

We are having an Author Visit with SciFi author Bill McCormick, aka Mr. McSciFi, on Wednesday, November 8 at 6:30 P.M. McCormick is a critically acclaimed and award winning author. He began writing professionally in 1986 when he worked for Chicago Rocker. He went on to write for several other magazines and later transitioned to blogs. Bill has expanded his repertoire to include comic books, graphic novels, and full length novels. Please register ahead of time for this fascinating evening with author Bill McCormick.

 

Come for fun on Thursday, November 9 from 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. for our Family Video Game Party. We will have on hand both Super Smash Bothers Ultimate, Mario Kart, as well as Guitar Hero. Feel free to bring your own Nintendo Switch and joycons! Snacks will be provided.

 

Please be aware that the Library will be closed on Saturday, November 11 in observance of Veterans’ Day. We will re-open on Monday, November 13 at 10:00 A.M.

 

Adult Book Club meets on Tuesday, November 14 at 6:30 P.M. This month we are reading South to America by Imani Perry. Copies of the book are available at the Front Desk.

 

Have questions about using Word or Excel or how to get around on the World Wide Web? Come in during Drop-in Tech Help day from 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 noon on Friday, November 17. When you arrive at the session, be sure to bring your device and any relevant passwords or login information you might need. The experts will help you troubleshoot and diagnose the issue, and work with you to find a solution.

 

Have an Adult Craft Night Out at our Adult Craft Night which takes place on Monday, November 20 at 6:30 P.M. when we create Christmas Gnomes.  Space is limited so please register for this program.  All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 

Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.


Any questions? Call us at 815-939-1696, email us at 
info@limestonelibrary.org, or message us at Facebook or Instagram.

Thursday, November 2, 2023

Limestone Township Library District is Hosting an Author Visit!

 

Limestone Township Library District is Hosting an Author Visit!

 

The Limestone Township Library District is happy to announce that SciFi author Bill McCormick, aka Mr. McSciFi, is speaking at LTLD on Wednesday, November 8 at 6:30 P.M. 

Bill is a critically-acclaimed and award-winning author. He began writing professionally in 1986 when he worked for Chicago Rocker Magazine in conjunction with his radio show on Z-95 (ABC-FM). He went on to write for several other magazines and later transitioned to blogs.

In 2011, Bill started submitting fictional short stories to various publishers. Much to his surprise, and the consternation of linguists everywhere, they began publishing his efforts, including his Brittle Riders trilogy. Bill has expanded his repertoire to include comic books, graphic novels, and full length novels. Currently, he's penned everything from dystopian nightmares to cuddly children's stories.

Bill will be speaking about his adventures in publishing.

Please register ahead of time by calling the library at 815-939-1696 or stopping in at the Front Desk.

Check out our program calendar when you stop in.

The Friends of the Library Book Sale is ongoing. But hurry in because Tuesday, November 7 is the last day.

Storytime takes place every Wednesday at 10:15 A.M., with Mr. William reading a picture book or two and leading us through a fun craft matching the theme of the book.

 Have questions about using Word or Excel or how to get around on the World Wide Web? Come in during Drop-in Tech Help day from 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 noon on Friday, November 3 or on Tuesday, November 7. When you arrive at the session, be sure to bring your device and any relevant passwords or login information you might need. The experts will help you troubleshoot and diagnose the issue, and work with you to find a solution.

 Family are invited to join us on Saturday, November 4 at 12:00 noon to make Mini Scarecrows. Kids of all ages can have fun creating small scarecrows to use as decoration. There is no cost for this program, all supplies will be provided.

 Have an Adult Craft Night Out at our Adult Craft Night, which takes place on Monday, November 6 at 6:30 P.M. when we create Acorn Frames. Space is limited, so please register for this program.  All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 Come for fun on Thursday, November 9 from 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. for our Family Video Game Party. We will have on hand both Super Smash Bothers Ultimate, Mario Kart, as well as Guitar Hero. Feel free to bring your own Nintendo Switch and joycons! Snacks will be provided.

 Please be aware that the Library will be closed on Saturday, November 11 in observance of Veterans’ Day. We will re-open on Monday, November 13 at 10:00 A.M.

 The Friends of the Library are hosting a Pallet Painting class, led by Libby Wasser, on Saturday, November 18 from 12:30 P.M. till 2:30 P.M. The cost for the program is $30.00 to be paid at registration, all supplies are provided.

 Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.

Any questions? Call us at 815-939-1696, email us at info@limestonelibrary.org, or message us at Facebook or Instagram.