Books and Babies:
Visit the library every Monday at 9:30 am for a story, songs, activities, and age-appropriate craft! This event is for babies ages 6 weeks to 24 months and their caregivers.
Thursday Tots:
Toddlers ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers are welcome every Thursday from 9:30 am to 10 am for songs, activities, stories, crafts, and playtime! Stay as long as you’d like after to socialize and play some more.
Brick Builders:
Come for an evening of brick building with Legos on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month in the Youth Library at 6pm during the school year.
Builders 5-12 years old enjoy themed building challenges each session or can build their own designs. Kids build from 6-6:45 pm and each builder can present their design to the club members beginning at 6:45 pm.
Lego bricks are provided. Please do not bring Lego bricks or figures from home. Lego designs remain on display for at least 1 week. No registration necessary, walk-ins are welcome.
Evening Storytime:
Perfect for working parents who still want to be able to enjoy storytime with their kids! This storytime takes place on the second Tuesday of every month at 6 pm and is open to all ages. Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
La Leche League:
This free monthly Breastfeeding and Information Support Group welcomes pregnant mothers, babies, and toddlers. While at the library, check out the resources for young children.
Interested individuals may contact Samantha Whiteaker at 309-258-9262 | [email protected] | or FB La Leche League of the Illinois Valley