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This event is in the "Children" group.
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Sep-Oct
2023
CULVER'S CELEBRATE READING PROGRAM
All Day 9/5 - 10/1
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Event Details:
Grades 1st through 12th.
Celebrate reading with Culver's of Homer Glen's Reader program.
Here's how it works:
1. Pick up a Culver's Reader Program log at Homer Township Public Library.
Disclaimer(s)
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
2
2023
Mon
Solar Eclipse Glasses Giveaway
All Day
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults & Seniors
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults & Seniors
Event Details:
Pick up a pair of glasses to safely view the upcoming solar eclipse (which takes place on Saturday, October 14). Make sure to keep your glasses for the next solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024!
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This event is in the "Families" group.
Children,
Tweens,
Families
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
LET'S ALL STICK TOGETHER - OCTOBER - MYSTERY ART PROJECT
All Day 10/3 - 10/15
Children,
Tweens,
Families
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Families
Event Details:
How it works...at first it's a mystery...until you build to reveal...the colorful image!
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Sep-Oct
2023
Pirate Treasure Coloring Contest
All Day 9/5 - 10/1
Children,
Tweens
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Event Details:
Enter the Pirate Treasure coloring contest between Sept. 5 - Oct. 1 for a chance to win a swashbuckling prize!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
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Children,
Tweens,
Families
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
3D HAPPY HALLOWEEN BAT CRAFT
All Day 10/2 - 10/8
Children,
Tweens,
Families
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Families
Program Type:
Craft
Event Details:
You'll go batty for this cute, spooky Halloween craft!
One per child while supplies last.
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Children,
Tweens,
Families
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Sep-Nov
2023
STORYWALK CHALLENGE - AFTER THE FALL
All Day 9/5 - 11/26
Children,
Tweens,
Families
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Families
Event Details:
Pick up a StoryWalk Challenge sheet at the library.
Go to Sendra Park, follow the path to read the StoryWalk book, After the Fall.
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Children,
Tweens,
Families
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Sep-Oct
2023
DO YOU DIG ANCIENT EGYPT SEARCH
All Day 9/18 - 10/1
Children,
Tweens,
Families
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Families
Event Details:
Unearth 6 ancient Egyptian images in the KidZone.
Find hieroglyphs on each poster. Decode the images to solve the riddle.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
HALLOWEEN COLORING CONTEST
All Day 10/2 - 10/29
Children,
Tweens
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Event Details:
Enter the Halloween coloring contest between October 2 - 29 for a chance to win a spooky prize!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Sep-Oct
2023
IT'S A BOOK HAUNT - READING PROGRAM
All Day 9/25 - 10/22
Children,
Tweens
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Event Details:
It’s so easy to do, it’s spooky!
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
1
2023
Sun
BRAIN BUILDERS FOR ADULTS & SENIORS
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Event Details:
Stop by the library for this month's packet of Brain Builders for Adults & Seniors! Each packet contains games & activities to do at home. Stimulate your brain & have fun at the same time! New packets offered each month.
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Children,
Tweens,
Families
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
TO BE CONTINUED BOOK CLUB
All Day 10/2 - 10/29
Children,
Tweens,
Families
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Families
Program Type:
Book Club,
Online/Virtual
Event Details:
Watch Now! To Be Continued Book Club with Miss Mary Kay.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
1
2023
Sun
BRAIN BUILDERS FOR ADULTS WITH MEMORY LOSS
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Event Details:
Stop by the library for this month's packet of Brain Builders for Adults with Memory Loss! Each packet contains a game or activity to do at home. Stimulate your brain & have fun at the same time! New packets offered each month.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults & Seniors
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
1
2023
Sun
Guess the Pumpkin Weight
All Day
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults & Seniors
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults & Seniors
Event Details:
Stop by to guess the weight of the HUGE pumpkin in the library! Thank you to Konow's Farm for donating the pumpkin. One guess per person. Winner pulled October 21.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
1
2023
Sun
TEEN TAKE-HOME ACTIVITY PACKETS
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Event Details:
Stop by the library for this month's packet of Teen Take-Home Activtities! Each one contains fun games & activities to do at home. New packets offered in the Teen Room each month.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
2
2023
Mon
Adult Take and Make: Pine Cone Door Decoration
8:30am - 8:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Program Type:
Craft
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Enjoy the start of fall, with these festive hanging pine cones and ribbon pieces for any door. Craft glue not included.
Pickup details will be emailed to you within 48 hours of registration. Limited to 25 registrants.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
2
2023
Mon
AARP Smart Driver™ Course: Day 1
9:00am - 1:00pm
Adults & Seniors
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Community Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
This is a two day course. Day 2 is on Tuesday, October 3 from 9am-1pm. Participants must attend both days.
Cost: $10 per person. Bring cash or check made payable to AARP to the event.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
3
2023
Tue
AARP Smart Driver™ Course: Day 2
9:00am - 1:00pm
Adults & Seniors
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Community Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
4
2023
Wed
Canva Basics
9:30am - 10:30am
Adults & Seniors
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Community Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Program Type:
Computer Class
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
Discover how to get started with Canva, a free online graphic design tool for making posters, flyers, social media posts, and more. Learn how to set up a free Canva account and create a flyer using Canva’s free templates and graphics.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Oct
2
2023
Mon
EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC
10:00am - 10:30am
Children,
Families
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Family Activity Zone
Age Group:
Children,
Families
Required
Seats Remaining:
22
Event Details:
Mondays @ 10:00 - 10:30 am
For children up to age 5 with adult. Parent or caretaker must be present.
Disclaimer(s)
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Oct
3
2023
Tue
WIGGLES & GIGGLES
10:00am - 10:30am
Children,
Families
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Family Activity Zone
Age Group:
Children,
Families
Program Type:
Wiggles & Giggles
Event Details:
Ages up to 35 months with adult.
Designed with simple stories, finger-plays, bouncing rhymes, music and movement activities!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Oct
5
2023
Thu
WIGGLES & GIGGLES
10:00am - 10:30am
Children,
Families
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Family Activity Zone
Age Group:
Children,
Families
Program Type:
Wiggles & Giggles
Event Details:
Ages up to 35 months with adult.
Designed with simple stories, finger-plays, bouncing rhymes, music and movement activities!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Oct
6
2023
Fri
EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC
10:30am - 11:00am
Children,
Families
Full
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Family Activity Zone
Age Group:
Children,
Families
Required
Seats Remaining:
25
Event Details:
Fridays @ 10:30 - 11:00 am
For children up to age 5 with adult. Parent or caretaker must be present.
Disclaimer(s)
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
7
2023
Sat
German Oktoberfest with Chef Maddox
10:30am - 11:30am
Adults & Seniors
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Community Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
Oktoberfest is the world's largest Volksfest (beer festival and travelling funfair). Oktoberfest is an important part of Bavarian culture, having been held since the year 1810. Chef Susan Maddox will celebrate this occasion by demonstr
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Oct
2
2023
Mon
WIGGLES & GIGGLES
11:00am - 11:30am
Children,
Families
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Family Activity Zone
Age Group:
Children,
Families
Program Type:
Wiggles & Giggles
Event Details:
Ages up to 35 months with adult.
Designed with simple stories, finger-plays, bouncing rhymes, music and movement activities!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Oct
5
2023
Thu
ABC FUN!
11:00am - 12:00pm
Children,
Families
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Family Activity Zone
Age Group:
Children,
Families
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Event Details:
Alphabet Fun for Preschoolers!
Have fun with the alphabet doing simple activities using books, crafts, games and songs.
Registration required. Limit 12. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Disclaimer(s)
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Oct
6
2023
Fri
ABC FUN!
11:30am - 12:30pm
Children,
Families
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Family Activity Zone
Age Group:
Children,
Families
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Event Details:
Alphabet Fun for Preschoolers!
Have fun with the alphabet doing simple activities using books, crafts, games and songs.
Registration required. Limit 12. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Disclaimer(s)
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Oct
7
2023
Sat
ART GLASS PAINTING WORKSHOP
11:00am - 12:00pm
Children,
Tweens
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Family Activity Zone
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Craft
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
Event Details:
Capture your favorite character or image on glass using reverse painting techniques. Evie M. will guide you as you create your own work of art to take home.
Registration required. Ages 8-12. Limit 15.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
4
2023
Wed
MAHJONG
12:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Community Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Join us to play Mahjong! Experienced and beginner players are welcome. The Mahjong group meets weekly on Wednesdays at 12:30pm.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
5
2023
Thu
PINOCHLE
12:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Community Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Event Details:
Join us to play Pinochle! Experienced and beginner players are welcome. The Pinochle group meets weekly on Thursdays at 12:00pm.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Oct
3
2023
Tue
POLISH STORY TIME FOR THE FAMILY
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children,
Families
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Family Activity Zone
Age Group:
Children,
Families
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Suggested ages 3, 4, 5 with adult.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
3
2023
Tue
DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults & Seniors
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Quiet Reading Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
This is a support group designed for those caring for a loved one with dementia. Join us to share, learn, relax, and get connected with fellow caregivers. We will provide a welcoming space and some light refreshments.
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This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.
This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.
Oct
2
2023
Mon
SOLAR ECLIPSE GALAXY SLIME
4:30pm - 7:30pm
Bookmobile
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Age Group:
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Event Details:
On October 14, 2023, an annular solar
eclipse will create a "ring of fire" in the sky.
Visit the Bookmobile and create your
galaxy slime in preparation for the eclipse.
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This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.
This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.
Oct
3
2023
Tue
SOLAR ECLIPSE GALAXY SLIME
4:30pm - 7:30pm
Bookmobile
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Age Group:
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Event Details:
On October 14, 2023, an annular solar
eclipse will create a "ring of fire" in the sky.
Visit the Bookmobile and create your
galaxy slime in preparation for the eclipse.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
4
2023
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Family Activity Zone
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
Event Details:
Join Crazy 8s Math Club where you'll build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess...it's a totally new kind of math club.
Registration is required for each session.
This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.
This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.
Oct
4
2023
Wed
SOLAR ECLIPSE GALAXY SLIME
4:30pm - 7:30pm
Bookmobile
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Event Details:
On October 14, 2023, an annular solar
eclipse will create a "ring of fire" in the sky.
Visit the Bookmobile and create your
galaxy slime in preparation for the eclipse.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
5
2023
Thu
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
KidZone
Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
Join us as we have some fun with a simple science activity.
Limit 10.
Disclaimer(s)
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
2
2023
Mon
The History of Fleetwood Mac
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Community Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Event Details:
This modest blues band launched in the mid-1960s, achieved monumental success in the mid-1970s and still makes headlines today. Using interview and performance video, we’ll trace the band’s career with a focus on their blockbuster album “Rum
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
3
2023
Tue
Teen Anime Night: Mystery Movie
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Community Meeting Room
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Event Details:
Vote on which mystery anime movie you’d like to watch on the big screen at the library! There’ll also be a large selection of snacks and drinks to enjoy while you watch!
Registration required. For teens in grades 6-12.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
4
2023
Wed
Essentials of Estate Planning
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Community Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining:
22
Event Details:
Learn about the estate planning process from beginning to end. We’ll look closely at the need to plan, the most common planning techniques, the documents used in the planning process, and the difference between a will and a trust.
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This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
5
2023
Thu
LGBTQ ADULT BOOK CLUB
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Quiet Reading Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Program Type:
Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Event Details:
The LGBTQ Adult Book Club is for those who identify as LGBT+, or who simply want to learn more about LGBT+ stories and experiences. We meet the first Thursday of the month at 6:30pm.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
Oct
5
2023
Thu
MEDITATION
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults & Seniors
Full
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Library Branch:
Homer Township Public Library District
Room:
Community Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults & Seniors
Program Type:
Yoga
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Take a moment to reconnect with yourself. Join us for a relaxing night of meditation. No matter where you are in your meditation journey, this will be a relaxing night for all.
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