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Virtual Mini Wiggle-Giggle-Grow: Check NSLD's Facebook page to watch.

All Day 2/19 - 4/30
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Children, Toddler
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Virtual Story Time*

Butterfly Finger Puppet Special Take & Make

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Both Libraries
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Both Libraries
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool, Tween
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Stop by Children's Services to pick up your butterfly finger puppet supplies while they last!

Grab & Go Tween Book Club

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Both Libraries
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Both Libraries
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Get your free Tween Grab & Go book and activity guide in Children's Services.

Featured Title: What Was the Titanic?  by Stephanie Sabol

Rockford Register Star

All Day 4/2 - 5/31
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Learn to access the Rockford Register Star through this virtual program.

Astrology 101

All Day 4/3 - 5/1
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Learn about the sun, moon, and rising signs; planets; and houses, plus how to read your natal chart to avoid future problems, learn your strengths, and embrace your best self.

Adult Spring Read

All Day 4/8 - 5/11
Both Libraries
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Both Libraries
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Adult Spring Read - Brothers on Three by Abe Streep.

Spring Break-In Bags

All Day 4/8 - 5/25
Both Libraries
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Both Libraries
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Come check out a Break-In Bag to do in the library at Reference Services! This activity is done in the library and requires a valid library card.

Teen Spring Read

All Day 4/8 - 5/25
Both Libraries
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Both Libraries
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Get your free copy of "Eragon" by Christopher Paolini.  Return the included review and puzzle page by May 11 to be entered in a drawing for prizes.  Available while

Teen Recycling 101

All Day 4/17 - 5/15
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day!  Join local educator, Miss Sosso, and Keeping Northern Illinois Beautiful as they show teens what items are recyclable in the Northern Illinois area.

Post Journal

All Day 4/23 - 5/31
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Watch this pre-recorded talk and explore how to navigate the Post Journal newspaper to research your community's local history.

Celebrate Harry Potter in May! A special Tween Take & Make

All Day 5/1 - 5/31
Both Libraries
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Both Libraries
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Event Details:

Calling all Tweens for a special Take & Make Event

May 2nd is International Harry Potter Day! 

Sensory Bottle Craft

All Day 5/6 - 5/31
Both Libraries
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Both Libraries
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Fill a bottle with materials to create a visual sensory experience. This craft promotes tranquility and reduces anxiety. Includes a bonus fidget tool. 

Crafts will be available at Reference Services until supplies last.

Superhero Toilet Paper Roll Craft

All Day 5/8 - 5/22
Both Libraries
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Both Libraries
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Turn a toilet paper tube into a famous superhero.  Pick up this free craft in Reference Services.  Available while supplies last.

Special Story Time to Celebrate Children's Book Week!

10:00am - 11:00am
NSLD/Roscoe
Library Branch: NSLD/Roscoe
Room: Large Meeting Room - R
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Help us celebrate Children's Book Week at NSLD/Roscoe! 

Come to a special Eric Carle themed Family Story Time with stories, songs and a craft.

 

NSLD Board of Trustees Meeting

5:00pm - 8:00pm
NSLD/Loves Park
Library Branch: NSLD/Loves Park
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

NSLD Board of Trustees meets at NSLD/Loves Park (6340 N.

Start of Summer Skate

11:00am - 12:45pm
Off Site
Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Free ice skating for all ages and free Sapora Play World admission for patrons 12 and under with an NSLD Card.

In Person Story Time

6:00pm - 7:00pm
NSLD/Loves Park
Library Branch: NSLD/Loves Park
Room: Fun Place
Age Group: Preschool
Event Details:

Children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories, music, movement, fingerplays and a craft with their caregiver.  

In Person Wiggle-Giggle-Grow Toddler Time

9:30am - 10:15am
NSLD/Roscoe
Library Branch: NSLD/Roscoe
Room: Large Meeting Room - R
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

Fun program for children ages 9-36 months with a parent or caregiver (one caregiver per every 2 children).  Join us for fun stories, music and movement.  Stay and explore age appropriate learning stations while socializing with other par

In Person Wiggle-Giggle-Grow Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:15am
NSLD/Roscoe
Library Branch: NSLD/Roscoe
Room: Large Meeting Room - R
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Fun program for children ages 9-36 months with a parent or caregiver (one caregiver per every 2 children).  Join us for fun stories, music and movement.  Stay and explore age appropriate learning stations while socializing with other par

In Person Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
NSLD/Loves Park
Library Branch: NSLD/Loves Park
Room: Fun Place
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories, music, movement, fingerplays and a craft with their caregiver.  

In-Person Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
NSLD/Roscoe
Library Branch: NSLD/Roscoe
Room: Large Meeting Room - R
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories, music, movement, fingerplays and a craft with their caregiver.  

In Person Wiggle-Giggle-Grow Toddler Time

9:30am - 10:15am
NSLD/Loves Park
Library Branch: NSLD/Loves Park
Room: Fun Place
Age Group: Children, Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Fun program for children ages 9-36 months with a parent or caregiver (one caregiver per every 2 children).  Join us for fun stories, music and movement.  Stay and explore age appropriate learning stations while socializing with other par

In-Person Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
NSLD/Roscoe
Library Branch: NSLD/Roscoe
Room: Large Meeting Room - R
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories, music, movement, fingerplays and a craft with their caregiver.