We’re Celebrating Dav Pilkey at Limestone Township Library District

 

 

We’re Celebrating Dav Pilkey 

at Limestone Township Library District

 Mention Dav Pilkey to most adults and they may not know who he is. But mention Pilkey to a kid or an adult who read Pilkey’s work as a kid, you will immediately hear about Captain Underpants or Dog Man. We know him as a funny guy willing to make fun of just about everything.

 

Dav Pilkey’s birthday is March 4, and we plan to celebrate it on Saturday, March 7 at 12:00 P.M.! We are celebrating this special day with giveaways, cupcakes, popcorn, a craft, and a mini-comic illustration class for kids! Oh boy, it’s gonna be great!

 

Space is limited, please make sure to register ahead of time by calling us at 815-939-1696 or emailing us at hkeene@limestonelibrary.org..

 

Check out our upcoming programs. To register for any program, call 815-939-1696 or see us at the front desk.

 

Want some time to unwind? Come to the library for Adult Coloring on Thursday, February 26 at 6:30 P.M. We'll provide a peaceful environment as well as the supplies to make your picture colorful.

 

Join us on the fourth Saturday of every month for our Teen Crafting Club! Bring your own crafts or try some of the library's. This program is perfect for sparking creativity or learning new skills! This program is only open to those in 8^th through 12^th grade.

 

Looking for something fun outside of the house for the pre-school little ones? Come to the library for Open Play every Wednesday between 10:30 A.M. and 12:30 P.M., beginning March 4^th! There will be different stations for play areas along with books for your own private story time.

 

Join us for a rejuvenating session of Yoga with Colleen on Thursday, March 5 at 6:00 P.M.! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting your journey, this class is the perfect way to unwind, stretch, and connect with your inner self. Don't miss out on this opportunity to relax and find your balance, reserve your spot today!

 

Do you need a fun morning activity? Bring your favorite plushie and join us for Storytime at the library's gazebo on Monday, March 9 at 10:30 A.M. for a Morning Story Time! There will be stories and a fun activity afterwards.

Join us for our Adult Book Club on Tuesday, March 10 at 6:30 P.M. This month we are reading Crow Mary by Kathryn Grissom. Come for the great conversation and meet fellow book lovers! See you there! 

Calling all yarn enthusiasts! Join us for our Crochet and Knitting Club on Thursday, March 12 from 6-7:30 pm, where creativity meets community! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, come share your passion, learn new techniques, and make new friends in a cozy atmosphere! 

Come to the library on Monday, March 16 from 6:00 P.M. till 7:30 P.M. for our Adult Craft Night. We will be creating beautiful spring-themed chandeliers, perfect for seasonal home décor! All supplies are provided; there is no fee for this program.

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

Any questions or want to register for a program? Call us at 815-939-1696, email us at info@limestonelibrary.org, or message us at Facebook or Instagram.

 

Decorate a Pumpkin for Limestone Township Library District

 

Decorate a Pumpkin for Limestone Township Library District

 

When we think of October, we think of all the fun decorations we see for Halloween. Skeltons, scarecrows, hay bales, and pumpkins. Pumpkins that have been carved or painted or covered with various craft supplies.

 

The Limestone Township Library District wants to see what you can do to decorate a pumpkin and invites the community to participate in our Pumpkin Decorating Contest!

 

Grab a small pumpkin from the library or use your own. Then bring your decorated pumpkin back to the library by Wednesday, October 22 before we close at 5:00 P.M.

 

All decorated pumpkins will be voted on at our Fall Fest on Saturday, October 25 by people attending Fall Fest! The person who receives the most votes will win a $25 gift card.

 

To help you get ready for decorating, the library will have Take-and-Make pumpkin decorating kits on Friday, October 3 available for pick up, supplies are limited.

 

We can’t wait to see your designs.

 

Check out our upcoming programs. Register by stopping at the library or calling 815-939-1696:

Join us for a rejuvenating session of Yoga with Colleen on Thursday, October 2 at 6:00 P.M.!  Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting your journey, this class is the perfect way to unwind, stretch, and connect with your inner self. Don't miss out on this opportunity to relax and find your balance. Reserve your spot today! 

 

Use our Lego Building Blocks to bring to life your imagined creations on Saturday, October 4, 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. during our Family Activity: Lego Free Build! The legos will be in the library proper by the East windows.

 

We invite the Pre-K crowd to come and get comfy for Storytime on Tuesday, October 7 at 5:00 P.M. We plan to read some fun stories and do an activity related to our story afterwards.

 

Calling all yarn enthusiasts to our Crochet and Knitting Club on Thursday, October 9 at 6 PM! Bring your yarn and projects, whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, to enjoy an evening of creativity and community. We look forward to seeing you there!

 

Families are invited to join us on Friday, October 10 at 3:30 P.M. for the fall tradition of watching “Over the Garden Wall” in the Dr. Larry P. Wasser Meeting Room. We will watch episodes 1-5 on October 10 and episodes 6-10 on October 17. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

 

Please be aware that the library will be closed on Monday, October 13 in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day/Columbus Day.

 

Join us for our Adult Book Club on Tuesday, October 14 at 6:30 PM! This month, we’ll dive into the historic fiction of "The Saboteur" by Andrew Gross. Come for the great conversation and meet fellow book lovers! See you there! 

 

Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as our 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.

Limestone Township Library District Celebrates Summer Reading

 

Limestone Township Library District Celebrates Summer Reading

 

We are nearing the mid-point of Summer Reading: Where Wild Wonders Await!

And slowly we are seeing Reading Logs being turned into the Front Desk. Remember that for every twenty minutes you spend reading and mark on your log sheet, you will receive a ticket to place in our raffle prize baskets.

But wait, there’s more.

Kids who are 15 years old and younger who have turned in a reading log with 300 minutes marked out will receive a coupon for a FREE 8” pizza from Monical’s. You must turn in your completed log sheet to receive your coupon. The coupon is limited to one per child.

If you haven’t signed up for summer reading yet, there is still time to do so. Just stop in the library to fill out the super simple registration form and receive your information folder complete with program calendar and two reading log sheets to start you off on your summer reading adventure.

Check out our upcoming programing. Sign up for these programs by stopping in at the library, emailing Heather at hkeene@limestonelibrary.org or calling the front desk at 815-939-1696.

On Wednesday, July 2 at 10:30 A.M., Master Naturalist and Chicago Sun-Times Outdoor columnist Dale Bowman presents on Our Local Eco-System. Adults are invited and encouraged to bring friends. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required.

Using bits of paper, the Pre-K crowd can have fun making a Mosaic Gecko during our Pre-K Craft Time on Thursday, July 3 at 3:00 P.M. There is no fee for this program, all supplies are included.

Join us for a rejuvenating session of Yoga with Colleen on Thursday, July 3 at 6:00 P.M.! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting your journey, this class is the perfect way to unwind, stretch, and connect with your inner self.

Please be aware that the library will be closed on Friday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. The library will re-open on Saturday, July 5 at 10:00 A.M.

We invite kids aged 12-18 to finish off reptile week with us on a Movie Day on Saturday, July 5 at 12:00 P.M. We are watching “Godzilla” (2014) as the big guy once more destroys cities but turns out to be a hero. Snacks will be served.

Kids aged 6 through 12 are invited to have fun on Monday, July 8 at 1:00 P.M. when we take paper plates and make them into chickens. All supplies provided, and there is no fee for this program.

It’s time for an Adult Craft Night on July 6 at 6:00 P.M. Join us as we paint wooden bird figures. There is no fee for this program, all supplies are included.

Join us on Tuesday, July 8 from 1:00 P.M. till 3:00 P.M. for a fun creative art session as we make a bird mobile. This YA Activity time is for Ya and Teen Youth (ages 12-18).

Families will want to join us at Limestone Park on Tuesday, July 8 at 4:00 P.M. for a fun hike! This takes place at Limestone Park at 5813 W 1000 N in Limestone Township. Make sure to register ahead of time at the library by stopping in or calling the library at 815-939-1696. Or you can email us at info@limestonelibrary.org.

Join us for our Adult Book Club on Tuesday, July 8 at 6:30 PM! This month, we’ll dive into the historic fiction of "Beyond that, The Sea” by Laura Spence-Ash. Come for the great conversation and meet fellow book lovers! To register and to pick up a copy of the book stop in and see us at the front desk. 

Come into the library during the time we are open for a Bird Feather Scavenger Hunt. Feathers will be scattered around the library for our patrons ages 6-12 to find. Can you catch them all?

The Pre-K crowd is invited join us on Thursday, July 10 at 3:00 P.M. when we make Seagull Puppets. All supplies are provided. There is no fee for this program.

Calling all yarn enthusiasts to our Crochet and Knitting Club on Thursday, July 10 at 6 PM! Bring your yarn and projects, whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, to enjoy an evening of creativity and community. We look forward to seeing you there!

 

Our local Audubon Society chapter will be at the library on Friday, July 11 at 10:30 A.M. for a Presentation on Birds Found in the Kankakee River region. Coffee and light refreshments will be served. There is no fee for this program.

Kids aged 6 through 12 are invited to join us on Friday, July 11 for a Paper Airplane Contest. We will make Paper Airplanes and fly them against each other’s planes. All supplies provided, and there is no fee for this program.

Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as our 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.

Find Fun at Limestone Township Library District

 

Find Fun at Limestone Township Library District

 

It’s summertime. And there are so many things to do!

Start off by coming to the library for our fun programs.

On Thursday, May 29 there will be a Youth crafting session for kids aged 7-12 as we create fairy windmills.  Don't miss out on this opportunity to unleash your creativity and make something special.

Adults can have fun as well at the Poet’s Cup on Friday, May 30 starting at 10:30. Listen to some jazz and hear poetry read out loud while sipping on some coffee. It's a perfect opportunity to indulge in the soothing atmosphere of creativity and connection.

Join us for a rejuvenating session of Yoga with Colleen on Thursday, June 5 at 6:00 P.M.! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting your journey, this class is the perfect way to unwind, stretch, and connect with your inner self.

While you’re at the library check out our books. Don’t have a card? That can be easily remedied with a current driver’s license and a current copy of a utility bill. Any questions you might have can be answered by staff in the library or by phone at 815-939-1696.

Check out more of our upcoming programing. Sign up for these programs by stopping in at the library, emailing Heather at hkeene@limestonelibrary.org or calling the front desk at 815-939-1696.

Join us for our Adult Book Club on Tuesday, June 10 at 6:30 PM, where we will delve into "The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store" by James McBride. Bring your thoughts and insights as we explore the themes, characters, and narrative of this captivating novel. Copies available at the front desk.

 Calling all yarn enthusiasts to our Crochet and Knitting Club on Thursday, June 12 at 6 PM! Bring your yarn and projects, whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, to enjoy an evening of creativity and community. We look forward to seeing you there!

 Join us for a fun Junk Journal Scrapbook group on Friday, June 13, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM! Bring your projects, and feel free to share any supplies you’d like; some materials will also be available for use. We look forward to crafting together! This program is for Young Adults and Adults.

 Summer Reading begins on Saturday, June 14 with a Kick-Off Party. But you can register for summer reading starting on Monday, May 19. To participate in all the Summer Reading programs, including raffle basket tickets, you must be registered for Summer Reading.

 Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as our 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.

Library Week at Limestone Township Library District

 

Library Week at Limestone Township Library District

 

National Library Week began on Sunday, April 6 and runs through Saturday, April 12. This week is an annual celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities. This year’s theme is Drawn to the Library!

With that in mind, Limestone Township Library District is celebrating by holding a Bookmark Design Contest. The five winning bookmarks will be used during our summer reading program in our summer reading packets and on the front desk.

Community members are being asked to come up with a design that incorporates our theme of Summer Reading: Where Wild Wonders Await. It could feature animals or a nature scene. It could feature up close images or a far-off scene. The goal is to create something fun that reflects the idea of Where Wild Wonders Await.

Blank bookmarks will be available at the Front Desk for you to begin your creation. If you have any questions, please call the library at 815-939-1696.

Check out our upcoming programing. Call us if you would like to register for any of these programs.

The Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale started on Friday, March 28 during library hours. You will find a large selection of fiction and non-fiction books for all ages. The sale runs through April 12.

 

Calling young families to join us for Storytime on Thursday, April 10th at 10:30 AM, as Joe McNicholas of the Illinois State Treasury Office will share with our younger patrons stories about making smart money moves appropriate for their age! Don't miss this delightful opportunity for learning and fun!

Join us for our Crochet and Knitting Club on Thursday, April 10th at 6 PM! Bring your yarn and projects, whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, to enjoy an evening of creativity and community. We look forward to seeing you there!

 

It’s time for Adult Craft Night on Monday, April 14th at 6:00 PM, where we'll be painting plant pots! It's a great opportunity to unleash your creativity, enjoy some company, and take home a personalized pot for your plants. All supplies will be provided; just bring your artistic spirit! 

 

On Tuesday, April 15th, join us for an engaging storytime where we’ll listen to a captivating tale that sparks imagination and creativity. After the story, we’ll transition into a fun and hands-on craft, creating our very own paper plate umbrellas! Grab your supplies and get ready for a day filled with storytelling and artistic fun. We can’t wait to see your colorful creations!

 

Stop in on Friday, April 18 to pick up our latest Take-and-Make kit of a Paper-Strip Bunny. Supplies are limited, come in and get your kit before they are all gone. 

Join us for a fun Junk Journal Scrapbook group on Friday, April 18th, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM! Bring your projects, and feel free to share any supplies you’d like; some materials will also be available for use. We look forward to crafting together! This program is for Young Adults and Adults

 

Join us on Saturday, April 19th from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM for YA Volunteering to create heartfelt Mother's Day cards for seniors in our community! This volunteering event is a wonderful opportunity to spread joy and brighten the day of those who may appreciate a personal touch. All supplies will be provided, so just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! 

 

Calling kids in 1^st through 5^th grades for Youth Craft Night on Monday, April 21st from 5 PM to 6 PM, where we will be making creative handprint flowers! It's a fun opportunity to unleash your creativity and make something special.

 

Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as our 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.

Limestone Township Library District Offering Food for Fines

 

Limestone Township Library District Offering Food for Fines

Sometimes due dates at the library get away from us. We forget when to bring in that book or movie. Or they get hidden under papers or pillows or the dog. It has happened to everyone.

But now you have the opportunity to pay off some of those fines while doing good for others.

From now until Monday, September 30. Limestone Township Library District is accepting canned goods to pay off your fines. Each canned good brought into the library counts as $1.00 towards a Limestone Township Library District fine. You can bring in a maximum of ten canned goods for $10.00 to be taken off of your fine. Please check the expiration dates on the canned good before bringing them in as we cannot accept expired items.

The canned goods donation can only be used towards late fee fines that are from Limestone Township Library District, they cannot be applied to fines from other libraries.

We are donating the canned goods to Harbor House whose mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities through domestic violence programs, advocacy, and prevention.

For more information about the Foods for Fines program, please call the library at 815-939-1696.

Check out our upcoming programing.

We invite teens to come join us on Thursday, September 26 at 6:30 P.M. as we will make a Duct Tape Cover for your tablet. Please bring your tablet with you so we can have proper measurements. There is no charge for this program, all supplies are provided.

 

Join us for a fun family movie on September 28 at 1:00 P.M. when we show AirBud - World Pup in the Meeting Room.  We will serve popcorn and drinks as well. 

 

Sign up for our Sour Dough Basics program with Elaine Whitesell on Monday, September 30 at 6:30 P.M.  Elaine returns to teach us more about Sour Dough Basics. Space is limited, make sure to sign up early. 

 

Calling all kids to join us for an Evening Storytime at 6:00 P.M. with Holly and Lucky, followed by a fun craft activity! Let your imagination soar as you listen to enchanting tales and then bring them to life with your own masterpiece. You can even come in your pajamas.

 

Ready to start your yoga journey? Join us for Yoga for Beginners on Thursday, October 3 with Colleen Edmonson. Discover the benefits of yoga, improve your flexibility, and find inner peace in a welcoming and supportive environment. Remember to bring your Yoga mat.

 

Join us for a time of sipping coffee and visiting with others when we host Coffee and Friends on Friday, October 18 from 10:00 A.M. till 12:00 Noon. During this time States Attorney Jim Rowe will speak on Senior Scams, giving us helpful information on what to be aware of. Please register so we can make sure to have enough for everyone.

 

Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as our 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.

Limestone Township Library District Celebrates National Library Card Sign Up Month with Pizza.

 

Limestone Township Library District Celebrates National Library Card Sign Up Month with Pizza.

September is the month when the American Library Association (ALA) encourages people to sign up for a library card in their community. This year’s honorary chair is Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobots. And like the Autobots, libraries have more than meets the eye.

Whether you’re upgrading your skills, scouting for knowledge and information, or connecting with other heroic readers, a library card is your key to an arsenal of resources. Spark your creativity as a builder or programmer by tinkering in your library’s makerspace area; mine the library’s stacks and databases for new stories and adventures; explore the e-resources for other portals of information. And if you can’t find the item you’re looking for at the library, our staff will scour the collection within our consortium to find it.

We did mention pizza which is for those younger members of our community. Specifically, young bookworms between the ages of 5 through 15 years of age can receive a FREE 8" pizza coupon to Monical's Pizza when they sign up for a new library card or renew their existing card. The coupons expire on September 30, 2024 so hurry in. Take advantage of this opportunity - get your library card and enjoy a tasty pizza while diving into a world of stories!

For more information, call us at 815-939-1696.

Check out our upcoming programing.

Kids in 1st through 5th Grades are invited to join us for a fun craft night on Thursday, September 12, at 6:30 P.M. when Ms. Faith leads us in the making of Egg Carton Jelly Fish. There is no fee for this program and all supplies are provided.  

Celebrate Grandparent's Day with a cute Take-and-Make craft that can be used as a gift. Pick up your kit starting on Friday, September 13. Most of the needed supplies for this craft are included but kit supplies are limited.   

Have an Adult Night Out at our Adult Craft Night on Monday, September 16, at 6:30 P.M. Holly will lead us in creating a Fall Decor sign using a Pizza Pan, paint, and other craft items. There is no fee for this program and all supplies are provided. Space is limited.

Join us for a magical Evening Storytime at 6:00 P.M. with Holly and Lucky, followed by a fun craft activity! Let your imagination soar as you listen to enchanting tales and then bring them to life with your own masterpiece. You can even come in your pajamas. 

Drop in for a time of sipping coffee and visiting with others when we host Coffee and Friends on Friday, September 20 from 10:00 A.M. till 12:00 Noon. During this time Staff will explain how the Prairiecat Mobile App works on your smart phone while enjoying some coffee and a sweet roll. Please register so we can make sure to have enough for everyone. 

Drop in to build whatever your imagination can dream up using our Legos during our Open Lego Build on Saturday, September 21 between 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. We will have the Legos out so that anyone can drop in to try to build a castle or a tall tower or anything your imagination can dream up. No registration necessary, open to all ages. 

The Friends of the Library plan to meet on Tuesday, September 24 at 6:30 P.M. They will discuss various ways they can help the library in the Meeting Room. Visitors are always welcomed. 

Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as our 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.

Adventure is at Limestone Township Library District This Summer

 

Adventure is at Limestone Township Library District This Summer

We are having a great time during this year’s Summer Reading Program at Limestone Township Library!

We have nearly 300 community members signed up to read for the summer. And they have read over 87,000 minutes by the third week. Our goal is to read 120,000 minutes during the five weeks of summer reading and we are nearly there.

Make sure to turn in your completed reading logs of 500 minutes to qualify for the Finale and earn tickets to put in the boxes for the prize baskets.

We are filling our weeks with plenty of activities. There is never a moment that you cannot find something of interest.

Friday Take and Make kits features a Patriotic Playdough Kit on Friday, July 5. Pick one up for your child with the necessary parts and take it home to make at a time good for you. Supplies are limited.

Do you like succulent gardens but cannot keep them alive? Kids who are 11- 18 years old can join us for a Rock Cactus Planter craft in which we will paint rocks to look like cactus and arrange them in a pot. Finally, a plant you will never have to water. There is no fee for this program, all supplies are included.

Join us for the Saturday movie on July 6 at 11:00 A.M. when we join the adventure of National Treasure starring Nicholas Cage. Before the movie starts we will make our own treasure maps and have pizza to snack on. Open to all ages. Make sure to register ahead of time.

Join us on Wednesday, July 10 at 6:30 P.M. when Becky Green presents A Sampling of Illinois Native Plants that you can find in the wild or plant in your garden to attract pollinators. Green is the Site Supervisor of the Manteno Prairie and a Master Gardener.

For more information or to register for one of our programs, call the library at 815-939-1696.

Here are some of our other upcoming programs. Please register ahead of time so we can have enough supplies for everyone:

Libby Wasser will lead us in a Pallet Painting exercise on Monday, July 8 at 6:30 P.M. with the theme of Hey, Hey, USA! Expect to have fun and utilize 3D elements for a patriotic display. All supplies are provided, there is no cost for this program. 

Kids from Pre-k through 8^th grade are invited to join us when we make Glowing Art on Tuesday, July 9 at 1:00 P.M. Using various craft supplies you can turn your water bottle into a creature that glows in the dark. There is no fee for this program, all supplies are included.

Adult Book Club meets next on Tuesday, July 9 at 6:30 P.M. Join us when we discuss this month’s selection – Remarkably Bright Creatures By Shelby Van Pelt. Copies are available at the Front Desk.

Join us for a magical storytime at 10:15 A.M. on Wednesday, July 10 with Herscher CUSD#2 teacher Kristin Rink, followed by a fun and creative craft activity! Let your imagination soar as you listen to enchanting tales and then bring them to life with your own masterpiece. To register for this program call 815-939-1696 or see us at the front desk.

Want to add something fun to your beauty routine? Sign up to learn how to make a Pink Lemonade Sugar Scrub with Lynne Noffke. The fun begins at 6:30 P.M. This program is for kids in 5^th through 8^th Grade. There is no fee for this program, all supplies are included.

Friday Take and Make kits features Magnifying Glass Kit on Friday, July 5. Pick one up for your child with the necessary parts and take it home to make at a time good for you. Supplies are limited.

Drop in for a time of sipping coffee and visiting with others when we host Coffee and Friends on Friday, July 12 from 10:00 A.M. till 12:00 Noon. You can read a paper, work on a jigsaw puzzle, or just talk with a friend while enjoying some coffee and a sweet roll. Please register so we can make sure to have enough for everyone.

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.

Limestone Township Library District Announces Winner of Love Your Library Contest

 

Limestone Township Library District Announces 

Winner of Love Your Library Contest

 

In February, we asked the community to draw pictures about what they loved about the library. And we received seven wonderful drawings from the younger members of our community. People were able to vote on their favorite picture through the end of March. And now we can announce the winners of the People’s Choice awards.

In the age group 5-10, Kamryn Arends won with her depiction of Lucky the library dog in a suit and tie.

In the age group 11-14, Natalie Davis won with her Anime picture of a girl reading a book. Natalie also garnered the most votes of all contestants.

In the age group 15-18, Carter Bell won for his depiction of the gazebo area in the library.

Alena Hanson, Chase Winkels, Hudson Bell, and Nora Bell received Staff Choice for their entries.

We thank everyone who participated either by entering a picture or taking the time to vote. All of the entries can be seen on our website on the Photo page.

Check out our program calendar.

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.

 

On Friday, April 19 we will have an Earth Day craft for a Take-and-Make project that families can come and pick up to do at a better time at home. All pieces are provided, you provide the glue and manpower. Supplies are limited, pick them up while they last.

 

Join us for Puppet Storytime Theater on Saturday, April 20 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.

 

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, April 26. 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.

Join us for Writer’s Group on Monday, April 29 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.  

 

Come for fun on Thursday, May 2 from 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. for our Family Video Game Party. We will have on hand Super Smash Brothers Ultimate, Mario Kart and Guitar Hero. Feel free to bring your own Nintendo Switch and joycons! Snacks will be provided.  

 

Celebrate May the Fourth with us as we host an all-day Star Wars Movie Marathon starting with the original Star Wars Movie aka Episode 4: A New Hope. The fun begins at 10:00 A.M. and runs till we close at three. Snacks for the movie and Chewbacca Take-and-Make projects will also be available.

 

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.