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This event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.

Ready Readers

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children (Grades K-6)
Book Club
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

We will be discussing The Infamous Ratsos by Kara LaReau. 

Ready Readers Book Club

Join us for the Ready Readers Book Club, designed for 6 to 8-year-old new readers. Kids will talk about books, make new friends, and most of all have fun. Books will be available one month in advance in Youth Services. Please bring a snack if your child has food restrictions. Registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Thanksgiving Eve (Early Closing)

9:00am - 5:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Winfield Library
Description:

The library will be closed early at 5:00 p.m. today. 

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Winfield Library
Description:

The library will be closed today. 

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group.

Finals Grab-and Go Kits

All Day
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Adult Services Desk
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Looking to relax a little as finals approach? Try a finals grab-and-go kit! Each kit includes a scratch art bookmark, a brain-shaped eraser, and either a stress ball or fidget spinner.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.

Festive Tree Trimming Starts

9:00am - 9:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Help us decorate our bulletin board! Choose a paper ornament to color and add it to our winter scene.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Off the Shelf Book Group

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

We will be discussing Christmas on Candy Cane Lane by Sheila Roberts.

Off the Shelf Book Group

Our “Off the Shelf” book group meets at 7:00 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month in the library's meeting room. Books are available at the upstairs desk one month before the meeting. When available we will try to provide large print and audio copies of the monthly book. To view our upcoming reads, visit https://www.winfield.lib.il.us/adultgroup.html.

All meetings held in person and via Zoom
Meeting ID:  889 6444 3195;  Passcode: 473850;   Phone:  (312) 626-6799

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.

Grab and Go Craft Kits 3D Paper Ornament

All Day
Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Fold and glue together your own colorful paper ornament.

Grab & Go Craft Kits

Come in to the library and grab a craft kit! Clear instructions on how to complete each project will be provided with each kit. Crafts are perfect for all ages and are available in the Youth Services Department while supplies last. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages

Library Friends Meeting

The Friends’ volunteer efforts directly benefit the library. Join us and see how your talents can help this dedicated group of library supporters. We welcome new members! For more information about the Friends, visit https://www.winfield.lib.il.us/friends.html. 

 

This event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

ILP: The Magic of Raina Telgemeier ZOOM PRESENTATION

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children (Grades K-6), Adults
Entertainment
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual/Online
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6), Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Raina Telgemeier is an award-winning author and illustrator of popular graphic novels, including Smile, Sisters, Guts, Drama, and Ghosts.

Illinois Libraries Present

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.

Grab and Go Craft Kits DIY Holiday Card

All Day
Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create a colorful card for sending seasonal greetings.

Grab & Go Craft Kits

Come in to the library and grab a craft kit! Clear instructions on how to complete each project will be provided with each kit. Crafts are perfect for all ages and are available in the Youth Services Department while supplies last. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Board Meeting

7:30pm - 9:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults

Library Board Meeting

Regular meetings of the Winfield Public Library Board of Trustees will be held on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 PM. Any additional meetings or exceptions are listed on our website at https://www.winfield.lib.il.us/boarddates.html. Meetings are open to the public. Meetings will be held in the Winfield Library Meeting Room at 0S291 Winfield Road, Winfield, IL unless otherwise specified. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

History of the Hershey Chocolate Company - YOUTUBE EVENT

12/12/2024 @ 7:00pm - 12/21/2024 @ 11:45pm
Adults
Historical Programs, Entertainment
Registration Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual/Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Historical Programs, Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Milton S. Hershey worked hard and failed often before his chocolate company was finally successful.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.

Storytime with Mrs. Claus and Santa 10:00 a.m. FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE NOV. 30

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Storytime
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Listen to holiday stories read by Mrs. Claus and enjoy a special visit from Santa Claus! Take this special opportunity to have your picture taken with Santa and receive a goody bag from Mrs. Claus.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Holiday Open House

10:00am - 3:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6), All Ages
Storytime, Entertainment
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6), All Ages
Program Type: Storytime, Entertainment
Event Details:

Stop in to celebrate the season at our annual Holiday Open House. Meet Mrs. Claus and Santa, grab a craft, enter your name in a raffle, and visit with friends! Refreshments will be provided by the Winfield Library Friends. 

 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.

Storytime with Mrs. Claus and Santa 11:00 a.m. FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE NOV. 30

11:00am - 11:45am
Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Storytime
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Listen to holiday stories read by Mrs. Claus and enjoy a special visit from Santa Claus! Take this special opportunity to have your picture taken with Santa and receive a goody bag from Mrs. Claus.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Celebrate the Season: a Holiday Sing-along

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Entertainment
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Local folk musicians Tom Malouf and his daughter Amy get us into the holiday spirit by leading us in a variety of favorite songs and carols.  No registration is required! 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.

Grab and Go Craft Kits Paper Chain Ornaments

All Day
Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make colorful holiday ornaments of winter season characters. 

Grab & Go Craft Kits

Come in to the library and grab a craft kit! Clear instructions on how to complete each project will be provided with each kit. Crafts are perfect for all ages and are available in the Youth Services Department while supplies last. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mysteries at Lunch Book Group

12:15pm - 1:45pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us as we discuss The Christmas Candy Killing by Christina Romeril.

Mysteries at Lunch

Our Mysteries at Lunch book group meets the third Wednesday of each month at 12:15 p.m. Copies of discussion books will be available at the upstairs desk one month before the group meets. We often have audio and large print copies available as well. Since this group is our “at lunch” group, feel free to bring a bite to eat! To view our list of upcoming reads, visit https://www.winfield.lib.il.us/mysteriesatlunch.html.

All meetings held in person and via Zoom
Meeting ID:  893 3250 5839;  Passcode: 575729;   Phone:  (312) 626-6799

 

This event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

ILP: Experience Little Women: The Musical at Home YOUTUBE EVENT

12/20/2024 @ 2:00pm - 12/22/2024 @ 11:45pm
Children (Grades K-6), Adults
Entertainment
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual/Online
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6), Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Louise May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts made its London premiere in this acclaimed production at Park Theatre.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group.

Craft & Relax

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Chill out after finals with crafts! Participants will be provided with crafting materials for painting, drawing, papercraft, leathercraft, and more! For grades 7-12. Registration is recommended, but not required. 

Christmas Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Winfield Library
Description:

The library will be closed today. 

Christmas Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Winfield Library
Description:

The library will be closed today. 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children (Grades K-6)" group.

Festive Tree Trimming Ends

9:00am - 8:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Help us decorate our bulletin board! Choose a paper ornament to color and add it to our winter scene.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

New Year's Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Winfield Library
Description:

The library will be closed today.