Program Registration
FALL 2024 PROGRAMS!
Several of our Fall 2024 programs require registration. To register, simply click the links below.
All Ages Programming
Family Fire Safety
Wednesday, September 18th at 6pm
Ida Public Library Meeting Room on the Lower Level
For the month of September, we are celebrating 80 years of Smokey the Bear! What better way than to talk about one of Smokey’s favorite topics.. Fire Safety!
Register for this family friendly fire safety workshop with the experts at Belvidere Fire Department!
Franken Games
Saturday. October 5th at 1pm
Ida Public Library Meeting Room on the Lower Level
Ever want to create or design your own board game? If so, come join us for Franken-Games! In this special DIY own program you will create your own board game with recycled materials! So if you have an old board game with missing pieces, bring it in & bring it new life with Franken-Games!
*Registration is required.
*This program is FREE!
Hocus Pocus Interactive Movie
Thursday, October 10th at 6pm
Ida Public Library Meeting Room on the Lower Level
Amok amok amok! Join us for an interactive showing of Hocus Pocus (the 1993 version) at the library!
All supplies will be provided!
Jurassic World Interactive Movie Take Home Kit
In November, we celebrate Dinovember!
Register to reserve your Jurassic World Interactive Movie Experience Take Home Kit to watch at home!
You can pick up the kit during the week of November 4th at the lower level circulation desk.
(Movie Not Included. You could check it out from our library or library system!)
Youth Programming
Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club
2nd Tuesday of the Month (3:30-4:30)
Ida Public Library Meeting Room on the Lower Level
Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club! This is a read-aloud style book club where a new book is read each session, and the adventurers decide which path the group should take! After we read the book, we will do a activity. Collect all of your adventure stamps along the way to earn a prize! This CYOA Book Club is designed for readers (3rd-6th Grade)
Spooky Steam
Tuesday, October 15th at 3:30pm
Ida Public Library Meeting Room on the Lower Level
Come join us for some spooky STEAM fun! In this special program geared towards preschoolers we will be discussing elements of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Mathematics) and doing Halloween related activities along with it!
*Registration is required! Space is Limited.
*This program is FREE
Creepy Coding
October 16th from 3:30pm-4:45pm
Ida Public Library Meeting Room on the Lower Level
Can you code your robot to go through a haunted mansion? Spots are limited so register early! This program is designated for youth between the ages of 3rd – 6th grade. Registration is Required. Space is Limited.
Boo Bash
Thursday October 17th 10:30 or 5:30
Ida Public Library Meeting Room on the Lower Level
Let’s B00-gie! Gather at the library for our Spooktacular Boo Bash for babies and toddlers! Costumes are not required, but encouraged! We will have a photo op, toys and dancing!
Teen Programming
Teen Halloween Hangout
October 24th – Hangout starts at 4:30 and Movie starts at 6:00
Ida Public Library Meeting Room on the Lower Level
Spooky Season is upon us! Stop in for candy sushi and Halloween henna!! Followed by a scary movie showing at 6pm! Costumes are welcome but not required, but registration is.
* Registration is Required! Space is limited!
Teen Bedazzle a Book
November 26th at 4:30 PM
Ida Public Library Meeting Room on the Lower Level
Bring a book you’d like to bedazzle with us! We will have all the materials you need to create a unique book cover. If you don’t have a book you can use, don’t worry – you can use one of our discarded books!
* Registration is Required! Space is limited!
Adult Programming
AI and Geneology
Thomas MacEntee presents AI and Genealogy: Trouble Ahead? He will discuss the pros and cons of emerging technology in a field traditionally dominated by paper and magnifying glasses. The Zoom meeting for the webinar opens at 6pm. The meeting link will be sent to the email you provide. Please remain muted during the presentation. You may unmute during the question section or type questions into the chat box for the host to read aloud. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Design Stunning Landscapes
Tuesday, September 10th at 1:30pm
Learn how to start with the basics of landscape design to create a beautiful and functional outdoor space. Participants will gain a foundational knowledge of landscape design principles, explore design styles, and acquire the confidence to begin personalizing a landscape. This virtual program will be presented by Emily Swihart, Illinois Extension horticulture educator. A Boone County Master Gardener will be present to help facilitate this program.
Registration is required for webinar link.
Tile Memories Craft Project
Tuesday, October 1st at 6pm
Bring your favorite photo and turn it into a tiled coaster or ornament.
Adults only due to materials.
Registration required.
*You may bring up to 4 different photo options to choose from.
The Benefits of Engaging with Nature
Halloween Crafting for Adults
Wednesday, October 16th at 6pm
Do you love spooky crafts? If so, come in and join us for our next adult crafting program. We will be making Spooky Stand Alone Ghosts.
Registration is required.
Houseplants Care
Thursday, November 14th at 6pm
Learn how to keep your houseplants happy and healthy. Join us to discover where our favorite house plants come from to fully understand their needs. We will discover how to help them not only survive but thrive in our homes and we will talk about some advanced methods to propagate and share our plants with others.
Registration is required.
Thanksgiving Crafting for Adults
Wednesday, Nov 20th at 6pm
Do you love Thanksgiving and love to decorate for it? If so, come and join us for this fun and creative program. We will be making a Wood Slice Pumpkin. These sessions will be held at the Ida Public Library Meeting Room.
Register to reserve your spot.
*Each participant must fill out a separate form*
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