Library Events

Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Sherrard Public Library District! Programs are free unless otherwise stated.
 Limit by audience:
 
Adult Take a Book Br
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 10:00am-7:00pm

Registration opens 12/20, 10:00am
TAKE HOME EVENT
Take a Book Break
Adult Book Bundle

Ages 18 and up

Pick up 10:00am-7:00pm day of event only, registrations can not be held past date & time of event.
What is it?

Enjoy librarian’s choice of 2 books, craft & sweet treat. You may need scissors, tape or glue at home. Library books are the only items to be returned to the library.
Must have a Sherrard Public Library card & live in the SPL District to register.

Please register each participant separately with their name, address & email.

Self-register via Facebook or website when possible.
For tween & teens please register for our Tween & Teen Book Bundles.
For kids please register for our Storytime Bags.

Please read No Show policy below:
If you cannot attend a program for which you are registered, you must notify the library to cancel.  Those that do not cancel their registration prior to the program will be considered a "no call, no show."  Three "no calls, no shows" for a household within close succession will result in suspension of program registrations for the following month.  This will also apply to those who excessively cancel registrations.
 To cancel your registration, you may call the library at 309-593-2178 and speak with a staff member.

Storytime Bag
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 10:00am-7:00pm

Registration opens 12/20, 10:00am
TAKE HOME EVENT
Kids Storytime Bags

Toddler to age 9
Pick up 10:00am-7:00pm day of event only & registrations cannot be held past date & time of event.

What is it?
Enjoy a surprise, themed books & craft. You may need scissors, tape or glue at home and some adult supervision maybe required. Library books are the only items required to be returned to the library.

Must have a Sherrard Public Library card to register.
Child must reside in the SPL District to register.

Please register each participant separately with their name,  age & address. 
S
elf-register via Facebook or website when possible.

For tween & teens please register for our Tween & Teen Book Bundles.
For adults please register for our Take a Book Break Bundles.

Please read No Show policy below:
If you cannot attend a program for which you are registered, you must notify the library to cancel.  Those that do not cancel their registration prior to the program will be considered a "no call, no show."  Three "no calls, no shows" for a household within close succession will result in suspension of program registrations for the following month.  This will also apply to those who excessively cancel registrations. 
To cancel your registration, you may call the library at 309-593-2178 and speak with a staff member.

Tween & Teen Book Bu
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 10:00am-7:00pm

Registration opens 12/20, 10:00am
TAKE HOME EVENT
Tween & Teen Book Bundle

Ages 10-18

Pick up 10:00aom-7:00pm day of event only & registrations can not be held past date & time of event.

What is it?
Enjoy librarian’s choice of books & craft. You may need scissors, tape or glue at home. Library Books are the only items to be returned to the library.
Must have a Sherrard Public Library card & teen must live in the SPL District to register. 

Please register each participant separately with their name, age & address.
S
elf-register via Facebook or website when possible.

For toddlers to age 9 please register for Storytime Bags.
For adults please register for our Take a Book Break Bundles.

Please read No Show Policy below:
If you cannot attend a program for which you are registered, you must notify the library to cancel.  Those that do not cancel their registration prior to the program will be considered a "no call, no show."  Three "no calls, no shows" for a household within close succession will result in suspension of program registrations for the following month.  This will also apply to those who excessively cancel registrations. 
To cancel your registration, you may call the library at 309-593-2178 and speak with a staff member.

Warm Up Wednesday!
Wednesday, Jan. 22, 10:00am-11:00am
Warm Up Wednesdays
Adults 18 and over only. Infants are of course welcome!
Drop In, no registration required
What is it?
A cozy Fall and Winter event!

Join us in the Quiet Reading Room for a free warm beverage while you read the paper or a magazine.
Drinks must stay in the Quiet Reading Room or at lobby tables, lids required at all times.
Due to possible room reservations, event ends promptly at 11:00am.
Evening Book Club
Monday, Jan. 27, 5:30pm-6:30pm
Red Shirt
by John Scalzi

Drop in, in person event, no registration required.
You are welcome to call or stop in and order your book for this or any other upcoming book club meeting.
Can't do Evening Book Club? Want to try an afternoon book club too?
Try our Afternoon Book Club that meets the 1st Monday of each month at 1:30 pm. 
We also have take home, no discussion, Adult Take a Book Break Bundles twice a month that include 2 books, librarian's choice, a small craft and sweet treat. These events do require registration. You can find more info on our Facebook page, Website and monthly newsletter.
 
Warm Up Wednesday!
Wednesday, Jan. 29, 10:00am-11:00am
Warm Up Wednesdays
Adults 18 and over only. Infants are of course welcome!
Drop In, no registration required
What is it?
A cozy Fall and Winter event!

Join us in the Quiet Reading Room for a free warm beverage while you read the paper or a magazine.
Drinks must stay in the Quiet Reading Room or at lobby tables, lids required at all times.
Due to possible room reservations, event ends promptly at 11:00am.
Afternoon Book Club
Monday, Feb. 3, 1:30pm-2:30pm
The Stationery Shop
by Marjan Kamali


Drop in, in person event, no registration required.
You are welcome to call or stop in and order your book for this or any other upcoming book club meeting.
Can't do Afternoon Book Club? Want to do an evening book club too?
Try our Evening Book Club that meets the 3rd Monday of each month at 5:30 pm. 
We also have take home, no discussion, Adult Take a Book Break Bundles twice a month that include 2 books, librarian's choice, a small craft and sweet treat. These events do require registration. You can find more info on our Facebook page, Website and monthly newsletter.

 
Storytime Bag
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 10:00am-7:00pm

Registration opens 1/17, 10:00am
TAKE HOME EVENT
Kids Storytime Bags

Toddler to age 9
Pick up 10:00am-7:00pm day of event only & registrations cannot be held past date & time of event.

What is it?
Enjoy a surprise, themed books, and craft. You may need scissors, tape or glue at home and some adult supervision maybe required. Library books are the only items required to be returned to the library.

Must have a Sherrard Public Library card to register.
Child must reside in the SPL District to register.

Please register each participant separately with their name,  age & address. 
S
elf-register via Facebook or website when possible.

For tween & teens please register for our Tween & Teen Book Bundles.
For adults please register for our Take a Book Break Bundles.

Please read No Show policy below:
If you cannot attend a program for which you are registered, you must notify the library to cancel.  Those that do not cancel their registration prior to the program will be considered a "no call, no show."  Three "no calls, no shows" for a household within close succession will result in suspension of program registrations for the following month.  This will also apply to those who excessively cancel registrations. 
To cancel your registration, you may call the library at 309-593-2178 and speak with a staff member.

Take a Book Break
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 10:00am-7:00pm

Registration opens 1/17, 10:00am
TAKE HOME EVENT
Take a Book Break
Adult Book Bundle

Ages 18 and up

Pick up 10:00am-7:00pm day of event only, registrations can not be held past date & time of event.
What is it?

Enjoy librarian’s choice of 2 books, craft & sweet treat. You may need scissors, tape or glue at home. Library books are the only items to be returned to the library.
Use your book bundle reads towards Summer Reading goals. Register for Summer Reading separately.

Must have a Sherrard Public Library card & live in the SPL District to register.
Please register each participant separately with their name, address & email.

Self-register via Facebook or website when possible.
For tween & teens please register for our Tween & Teen Book Bundles.
For kids please register for our Storytime Bags.

Please read No Show policy below:
If you cannot attend a program for which you are registered, you must notify the library to cancel.  Those that do not cancel their registration prior to the program will be considered a "no call, no show."  Three "no calls, no shows" for a household within close succession will result in suspension of program registrations for the following month.  This will also apply to those who excessively cancel registrations.
 To cancel your registration, you may call the library at 309-593-2178 and speak with a staff member.

Tween & Teen Book Bu
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 10:00am-7:00pm

Registration opens 1/17, 10:00am
TAKE HOME EVENT
Tween & Teen Book Bundle

Ages 10-18

Pick up 10:00aom-7:00pm day of event only & registrations can not be held past date & time of event.

What is it?
Enjoy librarian’s choice of books, and craft. You may need scissors, tape or glue at home. Library Books are the only items to be returned to the library.
Use your book bundle towards reading for Summer Reading! Register for Summer Reading separately.

Must have a Sherrard Public Library card & teen must live in the SPL District to register. 
Please register each participant separately with their name, age & address.
S
elf-register via Facebook or website when possible.

For toddlers to age 9 please register for Storytime Bags.
For adults please register for our Take a Book Break Bundles.

Please read No Show Policy below:
If you cannot attend a program for which you are registered, you must notify the library to cancel.  Those that do not cancel their registration prior to the program will be considered a "no call, no show."  Three "no calls, no shows" for a household within close succession will result in suspension of program registrations for the following month.  This will also apply to those who excessively cancel registrations. 
To cancel your registration, you may call the library at 309-593-2178 and speak with a staff member.

Warm Up Wednesday!
Wednesday, Feb. 5, 10:00am-11:00am
Warm Up Wednesdays
Adults 18 and over only. Infants are of course welcome!
Drop In, no registration required
What is it?
A cozy Winter event!

Join us in the Quiet Reading Room for a free warm beverage while you read the paper or a magazine.
Drinks must stay in the Quiet Reading Room or at lobby tables, lids required at all times.
Due to possible room reservations, event ends promptly at 11:00am.
Adult Craft, Choose
Thursday, Feb. 6, 12:00pm-7:00pm

Registration opens 1/17, 10:00am
Adult Take Home Craft
Choose Your Painting
Ages 18 and up

Pick up 12:00pm-7:00pm day of event only, registrations can not be held past date & time of event.

What is it?
Everything but the brushes are provided for you to paint either Rustic Blue Bird, Fresh Cut Flowers or Poppy Field. Choose below.

Participant must reside in the SPL District to be registered.

Please register each participant separately with their name and required information so that they will receive confirmation information and event reminder.

Please register each participant separately with their name, email & address.
Self-register via Facebook or website when possible.

Please read the No Show policy below:
If you cannot attend a program for which you are registered, you must notify the library to cancel.  Those that do not cancel their registration prior to the program will be considered a "no call, no show."  Three "no calls, no shows" for a household within close succession will result in suspension of program registrations for the following month.  This will also apply to those who excessively cancel registrations. To cancel your registration, you may call the library at 309-593-2178 and speak with a staff member.

Kid’s Craft, C
Thursday, Feb. 6, 12:00pm-7:00pm

Registration opens 1/17, 10:00am
Kids Take Home Craft
Choose Your Painting
Ages 5-9
Pick up 12:00pm-7:00pm day of event only,  registrations can not be held past date & time of event.
What is it:
Everything provided but the brushes to paint either the Koala, Owls or Mushrrom Fairy Landscape paintings. Choose below.

Child must reside in the SPL District to register.

Please register each participant separately with their name, age & address.
Self-register
via Facebook or website when possible.

Please read No Show policy below:
If you cannot attend a program for which you are registered, you must notify the library to cancel.  Those that do not cancel their registration prior to the program will be considered a "no call, no show."  Three "no calls, no shows" for a household within close succession will result in suspension of program registrations for the following month.  This will also apply to those who excessively cancel registrations.
 To cancel your registration, you may call the library at 309-593-2178 and speak with a staff member.

Tween & Teen Craft,
Thursday, Feb. 6, 12:00pm-7:00pm

Registration opens 1/17, 10:00am
Tween & Teen Take Home Craft
Choose Your Painting
Ages 10-18
Pick up 12:00pm-7:00pm day of event only, registrations can not be held past date & time of event.
What is it?

Everything but the brushes are provided for you to paint either a Koala, Owl or Mushroom Fairy Garden painting. Choose below.
Participant must reside in the SPL District to register.
Please register each participant separately with their name, age & address.
Self-register via Facebook or website when possible.

Please read No Show policy below:
If you cannot attend a program for which you are registered, you must notify the library to cancel.  Those that do not cancel their registration prior to the program will be considered a "no call, no show."  Three "no calls, no shows" for a household within close succession will result in suspension of program registrations for the following month.  This will also apply to those who excessively cancel registrations. To cancel your registration, you may call the library at 309-593-2178 and speak with a staff member.

STEAM Kit
Friday, Feb. 7, 10:00am-05:00pm

Registration opens 1/17, 10:00am
TAKE HOME EVENT
Ages 6-9
Pick up 10:00pm-5:00pm day of event only, registrations can not be held past date & time of event.

Please register for EITHER STEAM Box OR Kid's craft, but not both to allow for more kids to register.
What is it?

Each box contains 2 - 5 kits (sometimes more) that cover one or more of the core STEAM subjects; Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.  These kits include easy to complete activities and a library book (the only item to return). Adult supervision required.

Must live in the SPL District and have a SPLD card to register.
Please register each participant separately with their name, age & address.

Self-register via Facebook or website when possible.
Please read No Show Policy below:

If you cannot attend a program for which you are registered, you must notify the library to cancel.  Those that do not cancel their registration prior to the program will be considered a "no call, no show."  Three "no calls, no shows" for a household within close succession will result in suspension of program registrations for the following month.  This will also apply to those who excessively cancel registrations. To cancel your registration, you may call the library at 309-593-2178 and speak with a staff member.

Movie Night To Go
Monday, Feb. 10, 10:00am-7:00pm

Registration opens 1/17, 10:00am
TAKE HOME EVENT
All ages welcome to register.
One registration per household.

Pick up is 10:00am-7:00pm day of event only and registrations can not be held past date and time of event.
What is it?
Enjoy a movie night on us!

Each To-Go bag will include two movies, selected by our librarians & popcorn! 

You will be asked in a different field for movie rating preference.
Must live in the SPL District and have a SPLD card to register.
Self-register via Facebook or website when possible.

Please read No Show policy below:
If you cannot attend a program for which you are registered, you must notify the library to cancel.  Those that do not cancel their registration prior to the program will be considered a "no call, no show."  Three "no calls, no shows" for a household within close succession will result in suspension of program registrations for the following month.  This will also apply to those who excessively cancel registrations. 
To cancel your registration, you may call the library at 309-593-2178 and speak with a staff member.

Warm Up Wednesday!
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 10:00am-11:00pm
Warm Up Wednesdays
Adults 18 and over only. Infants are of course welcome!
Drop In, no registration required
What is it?
A cozy Winter event!

Join us in the Quiet Reading Room for a free warm beverage while you read the paper or a magazine.
Drinks must stay in the Quiet Reading Room or at lobby tables, lids required at all times.
Due to possible room reservations, event ends promptly at 11:00am.
Little Sprouts Story
Thursday, Feb. 13, 10:30am-11:00am

Registration opens 1/17, 10:00am
IN PERSON EVENT
Storytime
Toddler to age 12
Homeschoolers welcome!

What is it?
Join us for stories, art and light snack. Leave with a goody bag and a library book, the only item to be returned to the library.

Participant must reside in the SPL District to register and have a SPLD card.
Register each participant separately with their name, age and address.

Self-register each child via Facebook or website when possible.

Please no runny noses or coughs and be fever free for 24 hours.
Please read No Show policy below:
If you cannot attend a program for which you are registered, you must notify the library to cancel.  Those that do not cancel their registration prior to the program will be considered a "no call, no show."  Three "no calls, no shows" for a household within close succession will result in suspension of program registrations for the following month.  This will also apply to those who excessively cancel registrations. 
To cancel your registration, you may call the library at 309-593-2178 and speak with a staff member.

Adult In Person Craf
Friday, Feb. 14, 11:00am-1:00pm

Registration opens 01/17, 10:00am
IN PERSON EVENT
Adults 18 and over
Registered attendees only please.

Who Loves Chickens? Paint 2 Chicken Coasters

What is it?

Everything you need to paint these adorable chickens onto coasters. Stencils provided.
Enjoy our warm beverage cart while you're here.

Participant must reside in the SPL District to register and have a SPLD card.
Register each participant separately with their name, age and address.

Self-register each child via Facebook or website when possible.

Please read No Show policy below:
If you cannot attend a program for which you are registered, you must notify the library to cancel.  Those that do not cancel their registration prior to the program will be considered a "no call, no show."  Three "no calls, no shows" for a household within close succession will result in suspension of program registrations for the following month.  This will also apply to those who excessively cancel registrations. 
To cancel your registration, you may call the library at 309-593-2178 and speak with a staff member.

Storytime Bag
Tuesday, Feb. 18, 10:00am-7:00pm

Registration opens 1/17, 10:00am
TAKE HOME EVENT
Kids Storytime Bags

Toddler to age 9
Pick up 10:00am-7:00pm day of event only & registrations cannot be held past date & time of event.

What is it?
Enjoy a surprise, themed books, and craft. You may need scissors, tape or glue at home and some adult supervision maybe required. Library books are the only items required to be returned to the library.

Must have a Sherrard Public Library card to register.
Child must reside in the SPL District to register.

Please register each participant separately with their name,  age & address. 
S
elf-register via Facebook or website when possible.

For tween & teens please register for our Tween & Teen Book Bundles.
For adults please register for our Take a Book Break Bundles.

Please read No Show policy below:
If you cannot attend a program for which you are registered, you must notify the library to cancel.  Those that do not cancel their registration prior to the program will be considered a "no call, no show."  Three "no calls, no shows" for a household within close succession will result in suspension of program registrations for the following month.  This will also apply to those who excessively cancel registrations. 
To cancel your registration, you may call the library at 309-593-2178 and speak with a staff member.

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