Limestone Township Library District Hosts YA Craft Club

 

Limestone Township Library District Hosts YA Craft Club

  

Are you a teen who loves to craft or wants to learn a new craft?

Then come join us at Limestone Township Library District on Saturday, February 28 at 11:00 A.M. for our new YA Crafting Club. Bring your own project or try one from the library. This program is perfect for sparking creativity or learning new skills.

The YA Crafting Club is only open to those in 8^th through 12^th grade.

You can also check out our Countdown to Spring Reading Challenge. On the Reading Challenge bookmark, you will find eleven different book suggestions. Read any five book suggestions from February 1 through March 20 and you can be entered into a drawing for one of four raffle baskets. The Reading Challenge is open to all ages.

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

Are you interested in scrapbooking/junk journalling but need more room to spread out during a creative session? Consider joining us on Friday, February 20 from 11 AM to 1 PM for a fun and creative Scrapbook/Junk Journal group! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, come share your passion for crafting and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Bring your supplies, ideas, and creativity, or use some of our supplies. Let’s make some beautiful memories together! 

 

Connect with fellow writers on Monday, February 23 at 6:30 P.M. at our Writer’s Group. You can share ideas and receive feedback on your writing. Bring your own work or develop something with our prompt. This month's prompt: You have to spend a week with yourself but they are your exact opposite.

 

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!

 

Help the library celebrate Dav Pilkey’s birthday on March 7 at 12:00 P.M. You know Pilkey as the author of the Dog Man and Captain Underpants series, we know him as a funny guy willing to make fun of just about everything. We will celebrate this special day with giveaways, cupcakes, popcorn, a craft, and a mini-comic illustration class for kids!

 

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.

Limestone Township Library District Hosts Take Your Child to the Library Day

 

 

Limestone Township Library District Hosts Take Your Child to the Library Day

On Saturday, February 7, thousands of libraries across North America celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day by offering free, fun, and fabulous activities for families.

Limestone Township Library District is joining the celebration by having a number of activities to celebrate our library and all it has to offer. Use our Legos during the Lego Free Build to create something out of your wildest imagination.

Take part in a scavenger hunt, find a cute coloring page, do a fun craft, and join story time in the gazebo at 1:00 PM. While you’re here, check out all the great things the library has to offer families, such as games, story bags, movies, and books!

If you’re looking for something special, ask a staff member to help you. If we don’t have it, we can always try to order it from another library.

You can also check out our Countdown to Spring Reading Challenge. On the Reading Challenge bookmark, you will find eleven different book suggestions. Read any five of these from February 1 through March 20 and you can be entered into a drawing for a raffle basket. The Reading Challenge is open to all ages.

Take Your Child to the Library Day is the perfect time to discover some library magic at Limestone Township Library District.

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

Adults are invited to join us on Monday, February 09 from 6:00 P.M. till 7:30 P.M.  for a fun craft night.  We are creating Paper Valentines in a layered technique. All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 

Join us for our Adult Book Club on Tuesday, February 10 at 6:30 P.M. This month we are reading The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix Harrow. 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, February 12 from 6:00 P.M.-7:30 P.M., 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! 

 

Is learning about local history one of your goals for the new year? Join Jorie Walters of the Kankakee County Museum on Friday, February 13 at 10:30 A.M. at the library as she shares the history of the Riverview Hotel and Electric Park! Light refreshments will be served.

 

Please be aware that the library will be closed on Monday, February 16, in observance of President’s Day. We will re-open on Tuesday, February 17 at 12:00 P.M.

 

Join us at the library on Tuesday, February 17 at 5:00 P.M. for a cozy evening story time for our Pre-K patrons! We'll read stories in the gazebo and make a cute Valentine’s craft afterwards.

 

 

Join us on Friday, February 20 from 11 AM to 1 PM for a fun and creative Scrapbook/Junk Journal group! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, come share your passion for crafting and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Bring your supplies, ideas, and creativity, and let’s make some beautiful memories together! 

 

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.

Learn to Winter Sow at Limestone Township Library District

 

Learn to Winter Sow at Limestone Township Library District

People have been asking us why we have so many plastic milk jugs in our staff workroom.

These milk jugs are going to serve a specific purpose, especially for those gardeners who are feeling a little antsy to get back into their green spaces.

The Limestone Township Library District can help you get back into the garden when we host a Winter Sow program on Thursday, January 22 at 10:00 A.M. with Holly Froning of the Illinois Extension Office and Master Gardener coordinator. Using the milk jugs in our staff workroom, Froning will show us how to create a seed starting system that can be placed outside once completed.

It’s good messy fun for adults!

There is no fee for this program; all supplies will be provided.

Please register ahead of time!

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

Join us for a rejuvenating session of Yoga with Colleen on Thursday, January 8 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! 

 

Adults are invited to join us for Adult Craft Night on Monday, January 12 from 6:00 P.M. till 7:30 P.M.  We are making small painted clay charms – perfect as a future gift! All supplies are provided; there is no fee for this program.

 

Join us for our Adult Book Club on Tuesday, January 13 at 6:30 PM! This month, we are reading “The Last Chance Library” by Freya Sampson. 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, January 15 from 6:00 P.M.-7:30 P.M., 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! 

 

Please be aware that the library will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will re-open on Tuesday, January 20 at 12:00 P.M.

 

Join us at the library on Tuesday, January 20 at 5:00 P.M. for a cozy evening story time for our Pre-K patrons! We'll read stories in the gazebo and do a fun activity after.

 

Are you getting antsy to putter in the garden? Join Holly Froning, Master Gardener with the Illinois Extension Office on Thursday, January 22 at 10:00 A.M. as she teaches how to start your spring seeds in the winter!

Milk jugs, seeds and soil will be 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.

 

 

Spend Some Holiday Break Time at Limestone Township Library District

 

Spend Some Holiday Break Time 

at Limestone Township Library District

While the library will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, there are still plenty of fun things to do. We are planning a lot of fun for the holiday break time at Limestone Township Library District.

 

We are having a Prince and Princess Tea on Saturday, December 20 at 12:00 P.M. for families! There will be fancy snacks and a craft while the Disney classic, “Frozen,” plays on our Big Screen TV. Dressing up for this event is encouraged!

 

There will be a special Christmas Movie presentation of “Klaus” on Tuesday, December 23 at 5:00 P.M. Festive snacks will be provided. There is no fee for this program.

 

Help us celebrate the new year early at our Noon Years Eve Party on Saturday, December 27. Come at 11:30 A.M. for some fun before the clock strikes 12:00 P.M.

 

Finally, adults will have a fun Adult Craft Night on Tuesday, December 30 at 6:00 P.M. when we paint like Bob Ross, using one of his videos to create our own masterpieces on canvas.

 

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

Join us on Friday, December 19, from 11 AM to 1 PM for a fun and creative Scrapbook/Junk Journal group! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, come share your passion for crafting and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Bring your supplies, ideas, and creativity, and let’s make some beautiful memories together! 

 

On Friday, December 19, our Take-and-Make craft involves a little baking! Stop in to pick up a fun Christmas Cookie recipe. Supplies are limited, hurry in!

 

Calling all Princes and Princesses! The library is hosting a special Prince and Princess Tea Party for all royal Folk! We will have tea and snacks while doing a craft and watching Disney's Frozen. Dressing up is welcomed and encouraged. There is no fee for this program.

 

Families are invited to come to the library for Christmas Cookie Decorating on Monday, December 22 at 12:00 noon! You will be able to bring home any cookies you decorate. And you will be given a fun Christmas cookie recipe to try at home!

 

On Tuesday, December 23 at 5:00 P.M., we invite Families to watch the animated Christmas Movie , Klaus, in our meeting room on the big screen TV. Festive snacks and drinks will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there! There is no fee for this program.

 

Please be aware that the library will be closed on Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday. We will re-open on Friday, December 26 at 10:00 A.M.

 

We invite the Pre-K crowd (and their parents/guardians) to join us for Pre-K Craft on Friday, December 26 at 11:00 A.M. Come to learn how to create your own paper doll house for your dolls out of paper and cardboard.

 

Our friends ages 6-12 are invited to celebrate Noon Years Eve at the Library on Saturday, December 27, starting at 11:30 A.M.! We will have fun games and activities as well as food and drinks. When the clock strikes 12, we will celebrate the new year! There is no fee for this program. Make sure to sign up ahead of time.

 

Calling kids aged 6 -12. It’s Youth Craft Day on Monday, December 29 at 4:00 P.M. Learn to create a nighttime city skyline using construction paper, colored pencils, and paint with us. All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 

Join us for a fun painting experience on Adult Craft Night on Tuesday, December 30 at 6:00 P.M.!

Together, we will follow along with an episode of The Joy of Painting hosted by Bob Ross to create a painting of our own using his techniques. 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.

Be a Part of the Giving Season at Limestone Township Library District

 

Be a Part of the Giving Season 

at Limestone Township Library District

 

 

There is so much to see and do during the Christmas season. But Christmas is also a time to remember that we can be of help to others.

 

At Limestone Township Library District (LTLD), we have two different opportunities to give.

 

The first is our Annual Mitten Tree. Set up in our hallway, the multi-color lighted tree awaits donations of mittens, hats, and scarves. In years past the tree has been heavy with donations by the end of the Christmas season with hats as tree toppers and scarves as garland.

 

You can bring your donations to the front desk or place them on the tree yourself. All donations will be given to the Herscher School District for those in need of winter wear to keep fingers and noses warm.

 

Secondly, LTLD has partnered with the Salvation Army of Kankakee to be a drop-off point for their Christmas Food and Toy Drive. This will help families as the Christmas season approaches.

 

The blue barrel is for canned and non-perishable food items. The black barrel is for new and unwrapped toys. You can place your donations directly in the barrels. Should we fill the barrels, Salvation Army will gladly pick them up and bring us new barrels to fill. Help us fill them up!

 

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

 

Calling all yarn enthusiasts! Join us for our Crochet and Knitting Club on Thursday, December 11 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! 

 

Pick up your Take-and-Make kit to make a Nutcracker puppet on Friday, December 12. Take a picture of your completed project and post it on the library's Facebook page! Supplies are limited, hurry in!

 

Adults are invited to join us on Monday, December 15 from 6:00 P.M. till 7:30 P.M. for a festive Adult Craft Night.  We will have a variety of ornaments for you to create at stations in the meeting room.

All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 

Join us at the library for a cozy evening Pre-K Story Time on Tuesday, December 16 at 5:00 P.M.! We'll read stories in the gazebo and do a fun activity after.

 

On Friday, December 19, our Take-and-Make craft involves a little baking! Stop in to pick up a fun Christmas Cookie recipe. Supplies are limited, hurry in!

 

Calling all Princes and Princesses! The library is hosting a special Prince and Princess Tea Party for all royal Folk! We will have tea and snacks while doing a craft and watching Disney's Frozen. Dressing up is welcomed and encouraged. There is no fee for this program.

 

Our friends ages 6-12 are invited to celebrate Noon Years Eve at the Library on Saturday, December 27, starting at 11:30 A.M.! We will have fun games and activities as well as food and drinks. When the clock strikes 12, we will celebrate the new year! There is no fee for this program. Make sure to sign up ahead of time.

 

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 is Taking a Hike

 

Limestone Township Library District is Taking a Hike

 

As the leaves start changing in this fall season, it fun to discover what is going on in the natural world around us.

 

The library is taking a hike at the Kankakee River State Park on Saturday, September 27 from 10:00 A.M. till 12:00 noon to do just that! We will start our time with a presentation from Meghan Tharp, CER, about the life cycle of plants and what to look for in the fall before taking a hike through the park.

Participants need to sign up for the program at the library ahead of time. We will meet at the Visitor’s Center at Kankakee River State Park on Saturday, September 27.

To register for this program, call the library at 815-969-1696 or message us on Facebook/Instagram.

For the month of September it is National Library Card Sign Up month. This is a great time to add the smart card to your wallet, allowing you access to our collection and that of over 130 libraries in our consortium. Your card also gives you access to our e-resources including Libby, Mango Languages, and World Book Online. Stop in today to find out how to get your own smart card.

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

Kids ages 6-12 are invited to have fun with us when we make a layered paper garland featuring the red, orange, brown, and gold colors of fall on Thursday, September 25 at 5:00P.M. All supplies are provided; there is no fee for this program.

 

We are taking a hike at the Kankakee River State Park on Saturday, September 27 from 10:00 A.M. till 12:00 noon! We will start our time with a presentation from Meghan Tharp, CER, about the life cycle of plants and what to look for in the fall before taking a hike through the park. Sign up for the program at the library ahead of time. We will meet at the Visitor’s Center at Kankakee River State Park on September 27.

 

Join us for the Writer's Group on September 29 at 6:30 PM. It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow writers, share ideas, and receive feedback on your work. Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, all are welcome to participate in an engaging and supportive environment. Bring your latest piece or simply come to listen and learn from others. 

 

Looking for ways to volunteer in your community? The Friends of the Library are meeting on Tuesday, September 30 at 6:30 P.M. in the Dr. Larry Wasser Meeting Room. They are discussing various upcoming events and fundraisers to help support the library. The Friends are always looking for more volunteers to join in and have fun. Call the library at 815-939-1696 for more information.

 

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.

 

For the month of September, the library is offering a Food For Fines program. For every non-perishable food item you bring in during the month of September, $1.00 worth of fines can be removed from your record. You can bring up to ten (10) items equaling $10. This program only applies to fines from Limestone Township Library District. It cannot be applied to fines for lost or damaged material(s).

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.