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Be a Friend and Make a Friend (Ages 8-11)

One Book One Community - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
2023-02-18 14:00:00 2023-02-18 14:45:00 America/Chicago Be a Friend and Make a Friend (Ages 8-11) We'll gather with friends to share non-fiction books about unlikely animal friendships and create special stuffed animal friends of our own. Geneva Public Library District - Discovery Spot

Saturday, February 18
2:00pm - 2:45pm

Add to Calendar 2023-02-18 14:00:00 2023-02-18 14:45:00 America/Chicago Be a Friend and Make a Friend (Ages 8-11) We'll gather with friends to share non-fiction books about unlikely animal friendships and create special stuffed animal friends of our own. Geneva Public Library District - Discovery Spot

We'll gather with friends to share non-fiction books about unlikely animal friendships and create special stuffed animal friends of our own.

Kids 8-11 years old will explore nonfiction books and videos about inspiring and unlikely animal friendships, including the true story that inspired our One Book One Community Kids title The One and Only Ivan. Each participant will also create one Ivan-themed stuffed animal friend to take home. 

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AGE GROUP: | Elementary School |

EVENT TYPE: | One Book, One Community |

TAGS: | OBOC |

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Discovery Corner
Everyone loves the library, including your best stuffed friend! We invite best stuffed friends to a special sleepover. Pickup on Saturday morning!
Paint a Mini 3D Printed Book - One Book, One Community
Fri, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
DIY Workshop
Paint the cover of Remarkably Bright Creatures on a 3D printed mini book with a caddy just big enough for an SD card, or similar.
Digitize Your Memories - VHS, Super 8, 8mm Film to Digital
Mon, Feb 27, 10:00am - 11:15am
Training Lab
Come learn how to turn your VHS, Super 8 and 8mm film memories into digital files you can share online or burn on to a DVD or BluRay Disc.
Messy Art (All ages) - DROP-IN
Mon, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
Discovery Spot
DROP-IN - Try some fun (but messy) art! Open-ended activities will inspire creativity and sensory exploration.
Reading to Rover (Grades 1-5) - DROP-IN
Mon, Feb 27, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Dogs ARE wonderful listeners! Books and new words become something exciting to share when you read to a pet.
Circle of Friends (Ages 6-12) - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Mon, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Discovery Spot
Join our Circle of Friends program for a school-age, interactive, sensory storytime that fosters an environment of movement, singing, and flexibility.
Genealogy - Finding Lost Relatives
Mon, Feb 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us as genealogist Jaymie Middendorf walks us through her search for Anna Jørgensen Frentz showing us how she found her lost relative.
Family Storytime (All ages) - DROP-IN
Tue, Feb 28, 9:30am - 10:00am
Discovery Spot
Join Ms. Margaux as we share stories, songs, and more! A limited number of nametags will be available 15 minutes prior to Storytime.
ALL AGES Unicorn Cotton Ball Cupcakes - Magical fluffiness!
Tue, Feb 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Some cotton balls, well placed glue and a few other things will be transformed into something magical.
Amish Friendship Bread - One Book One Community
Tue, Feb 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
Amish Friendship Bread is all about friendship and community. It’s about connection. Join us to learn about the friendliest bread in the world.
Library After School Club--Domino Rallies - Geared for ages 8-12. Drop-in.
Tue, Feb 28, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Discovery Spot
Join your friends and classmates at GPLD for an awesome after school experience!
Podcast Discussion Group - One Book, One Community: "How Octopuses Upend What We Know About Ourselves" from the Ezra Klein Show
Tue, Feb 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Combined Study Rooms 4 & 5
Join us each month as we listen to a different podcast and discuss our thoughts.
Intro to Circuitry for Adults - Make a Robot Called Spout (No Solder)
Tue, Feb 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
DIY Workshop
Have you ever wondered how electricity works? Building a cute robot called Spout will help you learn all about it.
Pajama Storytime (All ages) - DROP-IN
Tue, Feb 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Discovery Spot
Families, wear your PJs, grab a blanket and join Miss Ginny and PJ Bear for bedtime stories, rhymes, and lullabies!
Family Storytime (All ages) Drop-In
Wed, Mar 01, 9:30am - 10:00am
Discovery Spot
Join Miss Sandy as we share stories, songs, and so much more! All ages are welcome! Limited nametags will be issued 15 minutes prior to storytime.
Family Storytime (All ages) Drop-In
Wed, Mar 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Discovery Spot
Join Miss Sandy as we share stories, songs, and so much more! All ages are welcome! Limited nametags will be issued 15 minutes prior to storytime.
DIY Spring Wreath
Wed, Mar 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
DIY Workshop
Let's craft a unique wreath to welcome Spring to our homes!
This event is full
Library After School Club: "The One and Only Ivan" Book Discussion - Grades 3-5
Wed, Mar 01, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Discovery Spot
Join Miss Sandy for activities, games and crafts centered around the book "The One and Only Ivan" by Katherine Applegate.
Books & Beyond Book Club
Wed, Mar 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Books & Beyond Book Club invites adults with cognitive and developmental disabilities, of all reading abilities, to join in a fun literary experience.
Registration is now closed
Illinois Libraries Presents: The Weird and Wonderful World of Mary Roach - Via Zoom
Wed, Mar 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Experience an entertaining and hilarious evening with New York Times best-selling science author, Mary Roach!Register
Illinois Libraries Presents: The Weird and Wonderful World of Mary Roach - Watch Party at GPLD
Wed, Mar 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room
Experience an entertaining and hilarious evening with New York Times best-selling science author, Mary Roach!
Giggles & Wiggles for Littles (Birth - 2 years w/caregiver) - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Thu, Mar 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Discovery Spot
Join Miss Ginny as we giggle and wiggle with stories, props, and music, and develop a love of reading.
Giggles & Wiggles for Littles (Birth - 2 years w/caregiver) - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Thu, Mar 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Discovery Spot
REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Join Miss Ginny as we wiggle and giggle with stories, props, and music.
ALL AGES Cotton Cloud Animals - Fluffy, soft art!
Thu, Mar 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Let's transform cotton balls into animals!
Meet Irena Sendler: Rescuer of Thousands during WWII
Thu, Mar 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
In this one-woman show, Paddy Lynn tells the story of Irena Sendler, a Polish social worker who rescued over 2500 Jews in the Warsaw Ghetto.
Intro to Journal Making
Thu, Mar 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
DIY Workshop
Learn how to cut, measure and assemble your own personalized journal.
Teen Volunteer Drop-In - Grades 6-12
Thu, Mar 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Drop in to work on projects assisting the Library and other charitable organizations. Afterward stay for Library Squad to get an extra volunteer hour!
"On Our Own" Storytime for 3 to 6 Year Olds - DROP-IN
Thu, Mar 02, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Discovery Spot
DROP-IN - Stories, songs, and more for children who are able to listen and participate without assistance from a parent or caregiver.
Library After School Club: Spring Fling Cards for Seniors (Geared for ages 8-12) - DROP-IN
Thu, Mar 02, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Discovery Corner
Join your friends and classmates at GPLD for an awesome after school experience!
Library Squad - Grades 6-12
Thu, Mar 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Want to be a Library influencer? Share your ideas and earn volunteer hours while doing it!
20s & 30s - Dungeons & Dragons Club
Thu, Mar 02, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room
Hail and well met! Join us for 2 hours of Dungeons & Dragons at the library.
This event is full
Family Storytime (All ages) - DROP-IN
Fri, Mar 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Discovery Spot
DROP-IN - Join Miss Sarah as we share stories, songs, and more! A limited number of nametags will be available 15 minutes prior to storytime.
Geneva Learners Discussion Group
Fri, Mar 03, 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room,Zoom
Join the Geneva Learners group to discuss a predetermined topic—the topics range from local, international, and everything in between.
iPad Basics
Fri, Mar 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Training Lab
Do you have an iPad? Would you like to know how to set it up and use it for more things? Come to this class and learn with us.
Milkshake Cafe - Grades 6-12
Fri, Mar 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
Use toppings and mix-ins to blend your own milkshake, just the way you like it. Play some games while you drink your homemade sweet treat!
Coding Lab- Learn Python
Fri, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Training Lab
Start learning one of the most popular coding languages in the world.
First Friday: Drop in for Fun Animal Event! - Meet and Greet the Animals
Fri, Mar 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Enjoy First Friday fun with the Library! Naturalist Kim White will bring a variety of animals!
Saturday Stay and Play (All ages) - DROP-IN
Sat, Mar 04, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Bring your family building skills to Kids Landing during our Saturday Stay and Play!
Canine Companions - Service Dogs
Sat, Mar 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Learn more about Canine Companions from Suzanne Treudt, a long-time volunteer and service dog trainer. Also come meet Jordy, the "puppy-in-training"!
Friendship Cookie Decorating - One Book, One Community
Sat, Mar 04, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Come enjoy a fun afternoon decorating cookies with a friend! Presented by Amy Berger.
Share Fair - One Book One Community
Sun, Mar 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Share your unique collection and connect with friends who share the same interests. Let us know if you will be bringing a collection to share.
Invisible Warriors: An Introduction to the Film - Virtual Event
Sun, Mar 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Please welcome documentary historian Gregory S. Cooke for an introduction to his film "Invisible Warriors."Register
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