Make Your Own Ghosts in a Bottle!
For our Halloween craft, let’s make something spooky! Like Ghostbusters, we’re gonna trap these ghosts in a bottle, and put a cork on em’! Kids of any age are welcome to our crafting event Saturday, October 11th at 10:00 a.m.
Renaissance Coloring Contest
All kids are invited to participate in their own artistic rendition of coloring Leonardo da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa.” Scoops Ice Cream and Grill in Prophetstown has created their own artistic creation for the winner of the contest called “Sweet Treat Master Piece Sundae.” The contest will run from Wednesday, September 11th until Monday, October 13th. Stop by the library to get the coloring page or print out a copy from the library’s website. Be sure to stop by Scoops to check out their new Masterpiece Sundae.
Wits Fitness Brain Exercise Class
Experience a monthly journey with Kara Schweitzer, an educator from University of Illinois Extension, as she leads participants through interactive activities crafted to stimulate the brain and enhance cognitive function and memory. Regardless of age, whether you’re young or old, it’s never too late to embark on the path of brain training. Dive into this enjoyable and informative class with Kara on Tuesday, October 14th at 1:30 p.m.
Book Club
The next library book club meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 21st at 2:00 p.m. and the book will be “The Glass
Castle” by Jeanette Walls. If you would like to join the book club, please email or phone the library at 309-714-2699 or hcadams1@yahoo.com and they will get the book ordered for you.
Lego Club at the Library
Lego Club will meet on Saturday, October 25th at 10:00 a.m. All ages are invited. Snacks will be provided.
Hydroponics & Microgreens Classes in November
Did you know that Sulforaphane found in cruciferous vegetables, can help protect and repair your DNA? Eat the cruciferous vegetables in micro-green form, you’re packing a punch! The Henry C. Adams Memorial Library will be offering Microgreen growing classes to the public this fall. These classes will be free and through a grant effort by OCHD, they will provide you with your own sprout house and training. Limited spaces are available for classes on November 6th and Nov. 22. Email hcadams1@yahoo.com to secure a spot!
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