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Mysteries at Lunch Book Group

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

Join us as we discuss Cherry Pies and Deadly Lies with author Darci Hannah, who will join us via Zoom!

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

 

Ready Readers Book Club

4:00pm - 4:45pm
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: 12
Event Details:

We will be discussing Eugenia Lincoln and the Unexpected Package by Kate DiCamillo. 

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.

Taming the Wilderness of Northern Illinois

7:30pm - 8:30pm
Historical Programs
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Historical Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Northern Illinois was the last part of the state to be settled.

Historical Program Series

The Historical Program Series is presented in partnership with the Winfield Historical Society. 

Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Winfield Library
Description:

The library will be closed today. 

Summer Reading Kickoff!

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Entertainment
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Our Summer Reading Kickoff includes an outdoor scavenger hunt for kids. Pick up a list at the library table and search for artwork of nine endangered animals, by artist Jason Chin, scattered around the Library grounds.

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.

The Hidden Gifts of Visual Thinkers with Dr. Temple Grandin - Click for the Zoom Registration Link

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Informational Programs
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual/Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Informational Programs
Event Details:

Join us for a special event with Dr. Grandin, one of the world’s most accomplished and well-known adults with autism. Dr. Grandin has been at the forefront of research and activism for autism and neurodiversity for decades.

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). 

Off the Shelf Book Group

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

We will be discussing The Music of Bees by Eileen Garvin. 

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

Book Buzz Club

9:00am - 10:00am
Book Club
Registration
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

We will be discussing Fuzzy Mud by Louis Sachar. 

Book Buzz Club

Children ages 8 through 12 are invited to the Book Buzz Club to connect, discuss recent books they've read, find out about new book releases, and have fun. Books are available one month in advance.  Please bring a snack if your child has food restrictions. Registration required. 

Crafters' Circle

10:30am - 12:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Crafters' Circle

If you enjoy knitting or crocheting, would like to learn the basics, share ideas or new projects, or simply meet new friends, then this program is for you. For all ages. No registration required.

Little Wigglers

9:15am - 9:45am
Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Mondays, 9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

Monday, June 10: Recycle, Recycle!

Monday, June 17: Monarch Butterflies! 

Monday, June 24: Let it Grow

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.

Family Fun & Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

Monday, June 10: Recycle, Recycle!

Monday, June 17: Monarch Butterflies! 

Monday, June 24: Let it Grow

Monday, July 1: Rain

Comic Book Workshop

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Learn how to create your own comics! Participants are encouraged to explore their creativity in this comic book workshop run by Do Art Productions.

Tie-Dye Extravaganza

10:00am - 11:00am
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Bring along a cotton pre-washed T-shirt or another item you’d like to tie-dye with us! This event can get a bit messy, so please dress accordingly.

Reducing, Reusing, Recycling and Beyond!

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Informational Programs
Registration
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Informational Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

This interactive presentation explains the difference between and importance of each "R" through creative trash to treasure items and daily practices. Believe it or not, there are more than just 3 R's!

Summer Desserts

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Food & Cooking
Registration
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Chef Susan Maddox is back to show you how to make desserts for the summer! You’ll watch Chef Maddox make desserts, have an opportunity to taste them, and receive recipes so you can make these delicious dishes yourself!

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.

Library Board Meeting

7:30pm - 9:00pm
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. 

Dad's Superhero Bouquet

10:00am - 11:30am
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Not all superheroes wear capes! Need a last-minute gift for dad? Show your father how special he is by crafting a superhero bouquet filled with sweets and heartfelt words. Registration is required, with a limit of one bouquet per family.

Little Wigglers

9:15am - 9:45am
Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Mondays, 9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

Monday, June 10: Recycle, Recycle!

Monday, June 17: Monarch Butterflies! 

Monday, June 24: Let it Grow

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.

Series Registration

Signing up for one date will sign you up for all dates in this program series. 

Family Fun & Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

Monday, June 10: Recycle, Recycle!

Monday, June 17: Monarch Butterflies! 

Monday, June 24: Let it Grow

Monday, July 1: Rain

Make Your Own Endangered Species Bookmark

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Get ready for summer reading by making your own bookmark! Use an outline of an endangered animal or plant, fabric, glue, and paper clips to create a bookmark to use all summer. Grades 7-12. Registration required. 

Bird Feeder

10:00am - 11:30am
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Winfield Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Grades K-6)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Create a vibrant bird paradise that will attract feathered friends to your outdoor garden space. Participants will assemble and paint wooden bird feeders, providing a haven for backyard birds to feed, shelter, and thrive.

Mysteries at Lunch Book Group

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

Join us as we discuss Flying Solo by Linda Holmes.

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