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Shrek the Musical Cast

Shrek the Musical Cast 

Tuesday, July 7th

6:00 P.M.

Hennepin Library Headquarters

Shrek Characters will be visiting the library.

For more information please call

+1 815-310-0320

pccommunitytheatre@gmail.com

Bomb Pop Day

Bomb Pop Day
Thursday, June 25th
We will have Free Bomb Pops available all day for patrons.

Chess

Chess
Thursday, June 25th
We will have Chess available for patrons to play throughout the day.

Mahjong

Mahjong
Thursday, June 18th
We will have Mahjong available for patrons to play throughout the day.

Midweek Dino Makers

Midweek Dino Makers

Wednesdays starting June 10th All Day

10th Salt Dough Fossils

17th  Dino Dirt Cups

24th Baking Soda Volcanos

Make it Dino Friday

Make it Dino Friday
Fridays starting June 5th All Day
5th Dig it site!
12th Frozen Eggs
26th Track painting

All Age Yoga

All Age Yoga
Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 8 A.M.
Matt who has a 200 YTT with Yoga Alliance. A class built for anyone. Please bring your own mat.

Holiday Family Photos

Holiday Family Photos

All Week (Pets Welcome)

Monday, December 1st – 6th

Stop by to get photos taken with our holiday backdrop. Pets are welcome to attend.

Cricut Makerspace

Cricut Makerspace

September 8th – 12th

During Library Hours

Come in to learn how to use the Cricut Maker. Crafty Adults welcome! Call ahead to schedule your appointment. Etch Glass. Bring your own glass item.

Putnam County Book Club

Putnam County Book Club
We meet 3rd Wednesday every month either at Hennepin or Granville Library at 6:30 P.M. Come join us and share your ideas. We choose books together and look forward to completing our list for the next year. Looking forward to sharing our enthusiasm for books. Follow us on Facebook.

Route Flute 66: A Musical Cross Country Concert

Route Flute 66: A Musical Cross Country Concert (Granville Branch)
Tuesday, June 30th, 6:00 p.m.
The Illinois Valley Flute Ensemble and the Bloomington-Normal Flute Club join forces for an evening of music tracing the iconic highway from Chicago to California. The program follows Route 66 state by state, from Illinois through Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and on to California, with each piece evoking the landscapes, cultures, and spirit of the communities along the way. It’s a musical road trip you won’t want to miss!
Based at Music Suite 408 in Peru, the IVFE has been a cornerstone of the Illinois Valley music scene since 1991. The ensemble has performed at venues ranging from the Hegeler Carus Mansion to the Chicago Flute Festival and has released three recordings. Director Sue Gillio, Principal Flute of the Illinois Valley Symphony, faculty at IVCC, and a nationally recognized flute educator, founded the ensemble and has shaped its legacy for over three decades.
The Bloomington-Normal Flute Club, founded in 2022 by Rachel Bailey, is an all-abilities adult ensemble dedicated to musical growth, community, and low-pressure performance. The group has performed at assisted living facilities and public events throughout central Illinois. The concert is free and open to the public.

Shine Bright: A Patriotic Art Workshop

Shine Bright: A Patriotic Art Workshop (Granville Branch)
Tuesday, June 30th, 4:00 p.m.
Celebrate Independence Day with a hands-on chalk pastel art project that’s as fun to make as it is beautiful to display. Using star templates, chalk pastels in red, white, and blue, and a little smudging magic, participants will create a stunning piece of patriotic artwork, perfect for decorating your home for the Fourth of July. This free program is open to the public and recommended for participants ages 6 and up. All materials will be provided, and each participant will receive a glow stick bracelet to take home.

Movie Matinee: 1776: A Musical

Movie Matinee: 1776: A Musical (Granville Branch)
Tuesday, June 30th, 1:00 p.m.
Experience a pivotal moment in American history through this compelling adaptation of the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical. Set against the backdrop of a nation on the verge of revolution, follow John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson as they confront political discord, personal struggles, and the urgent need to unify the Continental Congress in pursuit of independence. Drawing from the letters and memoirs of the Founding Fathers, 1776 offers a thoughtful and resonant portrait of the convictions and sacrifices that shaped the founding of the United States. The film runs 2 hours and 21 minutes, is rated G, and is free and open to the public. Presented through public performance rights by SWANK.

An 18th Century Lady’s Discourse on Plain Sewing & Fashion

An 18th Century Lady’s Discourse on Plain Sewing & Fashion (Granville Branch)
Tuesday, June 23rd, 6:00 p.m.
Step into the mid-1700s with Cathy Grafton, Quilter and Needlework Artist, as she brings to life a seamstress fresh from her travels — from Scotland to France and, at last, to the New World. Born from more than four decades of participation in historic fairs and festivals, this trunk show is part costume drama, part textile history, and entirely delightful.
Dressed in period costume, Cathy shares an engaging look at the fashions, clothing construction, and needlework of 18th century society, including the stories, and occasional hardships, of her “travels.” Antique sewing tools, quilts, fabrics, and needlework pieces are on hand to bring the era vividly to life, alongside Cathy’s own work, offering a beautiful through-line between centuries of craft tradition.
This free program is open to the public and will be presented both in-person at the Granville Branch and virtually via Zoom. To register for Zoom, visit: t.ly/vNf_l.

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together (Adults – Granville Branch)
Tuesday, June 23rd, 4:00 p.m.
What does it mean to be American? Join us for a hybrid community book club that brings readers together to explore that very question through the lens of the American Revolution. We’ll kick off with a preview screening from Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt’s PBS documentary The American Revolution, followed by an informal group discussion.
This month, we’re reading Revolutionary Summer: The Birth of American Independence by Joseph Ellis. The summer of 1776 was unlike any other — the thirteen colonies boldly declared independence from Britain while facing the largest naval force ever to cross the Atlantic. Ellis brings this electrifying moment to life, following Washington, Adams, Jefferson, Franklin, and the Howe brothers as the Continental Congress and Army made history-defining decisions on the fly. It’s a story of courage, chaos, and the unlikely birth of a nation — and we’d love to discuss it with you.
This free public program runs approximately 45 minutes and is available both in-person at the Granville Branch and virtually via Zoom. To register for Zoom, visit: t.ly/D9uwH. Copies of the book are available at the Granville Branch.

Docs & Dialogue: We Hold These Truths

Docs & Dialogue: We Hold These Truths (Granville Branch)
Tuesday, June 23rd, 1:00 p.m.
Hosted by Judge Douglas Ginsburg, this documentary explores the spirit and worldwide influence of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. Ginsburg guides viewers through the major turning points in U.S. and world history where the Declaration served as a blueprint for self-government, from the abolitionist movement and Women’s Suffrage to the words that moved iconic figures like Frederick Douglass and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to action.
Its reach extends far beyond American shores. Since 1776, more than 100 countries have drafted their own declarations of independence, and Ginsburg brings these moments to life through short, character-driven stories spanning major waves of independence in France, Latin America, and the Czech Republic. We’ll also hear from refugees fleeing Hong Kong, Venezuela, and Vietnam, each pursuing the promise of “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.” And throughout it all, everyday people share their unfiltered thoughts on America’s progress toward a nation where “all men are created equal.”
The program is free and open to the public. It is approximately 56 minutes, not rated, and made possible through PBS.

Friday Stem and Art 10:30-11:30 –  Elementary school age 

Friday Stem and Art 10:30-11:30 – Elementary school age
5 -STEM Make and Take Slime and Green gelatin snack-
12 – STEM Chemical Reactions – Erupting Volcano
26 – ART Ripped paper Dino silhouette

Wed. Story Time

Wed. Story Time 10:30-11:30 Story, Song and a Snack. Ages Toddler – Primary School
3 -Dinosaur egg hunt, Marching Dino tail and feet craft.
10 – Dinosaur Diorama
17 -Donut’s for Dad’s craft
24 – Pretend to be a Paleontologist Friday School Age Stem, Art- Bone-y Macaroni

Tai Chi for Arthritis

Tai Chi for Arthritis will be offered on the following dates:

Mondays: April 27 – June 22, (No class on May 25) 
Wednesdays: April 29 – June 24, (No class on June 3) 

Time: 1:30 – 2:30 PM

If you plan to attend, please register at:

https://registration.extension.illinois.edu/start/join-the-movement-tai-chi-for-arthritis-and-fall-prevention-1

The class is open to the first 10 registrants.

Indie Lens Pop-Up: The Tallest Dwarf 

Indie Lens Pop-Up: The Tallest Dwarf
Tuesday, April 7th, 1:00 p.m.
The Tallest Dwarf follows filmmaker Julie Forrest Wyman as she searches for her place in the little people community and unpacks rumors of dwarfism in her own family. Through intimate stories, creative collaborations, and archival history, the film delves into identity and medicine, asking whether society should change people or the structures that limit them. The film is 60 minutes, not rated, and is made possible through Independent Lens.

Books and Brunch

Books & Brunch
First Saturday of the month during library hours. Food, Books, and Friends.

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together is a community book club that explores the American Revolution through shared reading, discussion, and film. The adult group, open to participants ages nineteen and older, will meet on Tuesday, February 24th, at 5:00 p.m. at the Granville Branch, with a virtual option available via Zoom.
This month’s selection is “Founding Faith: Providence, Politics, and the Birth of Religious Freedom in America,” by Steven Waldman. In Founding Faith, Waldman debunks myths from both the left and the right about America’s religious origins, revealing how the Founders crafted a new model of liberty that protected faith by keeping government out of it. Through vivid accounts from the colonies to the early presidencies, he shows how this delicate balance between belief and freedom shaped the nation.
Before the discussion, participants will watch a 26-minute preview from the upcoming 2025 PBS documentary “American Revolution,” by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. The preview explores religion and religious diversity in the 18th century, offering insight into how faith helped shape the nation’s early history.
Copies of the book will be available at the Granville Branch beginning in January. For more information, please contact the Library at 815-339-2038. To participate via Zoom, please register via Zoom: https://shorturl.at/L6uCA.
Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation, and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together – Youth

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together – Youth
Thursday, March 26th, 5:00 p.m.
Youth, ages 8 through 14, are invited to a hybrid community book club that brings readers together to explore the American Revolution through shared reading, conversation, and film. Each month, participants will watch a preview from the PBS documentary The American Revolution by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, along with additional short videos connected to the featured book, before taking part in an informal discussion.
The featured titles for this session are “Ben’s Revolution: Benjamin Russell and the Battle of Bunker Hill,” by Nathaniel Philbrick and “Forge,” by Laurie Halse Anderson. Ben’s Revolution brings the opening days of the American Revolution to life through the eyes of a young boy caught up in the Battle of Bunker Hill, while Forge follows a teenage soldier enduring the brutal winter at Valley Forge and the personal cost of fighting for independence.
The program runs approximately 45–60 minutes and is free and open to the public. To register virtually, please visit: https://shorturl.at/u8coq. Copies of the book are available at the Condit Branch.

Bunco Club

Third Wednesday of every month

10:00 A.M.

Coffee, Color, and Conversation

Coffee, Color, and Conversation
Tuesday, June 2nd 10-11:30

Kid’s Friday Fun

Kid’s Friday Fun
Friday, June 12th 10-11:30 A.M.

Unearth Your Style: Tote Bag Workshop

Unearth Your Style: Tote Bag Workshop (Condit Branch)
Thursday, June 25th, 3:00 p.m.
In this hands-on craft workshop, participants will design and decorate their own tote bag using stencils, paint, and plenty of creativity. Whether you choose a colorful pattern, a meaningful message, or a design that reflects your personal style, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind tote, perfect to use or give as a gift. This free program is open to the public for ages 6 and up. All materials will be provided.

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together (Youth – Condit Branch)
Thursday, June 25th, 5:00 p.m.
What does it mean to be American? Join us for a hybrid community book club exploring that question through the lens of the American Revolution. The evening opens with a preview screening from Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt’s PBS documentary The American Revolution, followed by an informal group discussion.
This session’s featured title is King George: What Was His Problem? by Steve Sheinkin, a humorous, fact-filled look at the American Revolution that goes beyond the textbook. Rather than a straight retelling, Sheinkin zeroes in on quirky anecdotes, little-known details, and the colorful personalities behind the conflict, from spies and soldiers to John Hancock himself. And yes, King George III gets his say too.
This program is designed for youth ages 8–14, runs approximately 45 minutes, and is free and open to the public. It will be held both in-person at the Condit Branch and virtually via Zoom. Copies of King George: What Was His Problem? are available at the Condit Branch. To register for Zoom, visit: t.ly/KPVP2.

Fire & Forge: A Blacksmith Demonstration

Fire & Forge: A Blacksmith Demonstration (Condit Branch)
Saturday, June 27th, 10:00 a.m.
Blacksmiths of yesteryear helped forge the fabric of our modern world, but it’s just as compelling to see what a local smith is creating today. Doug Eichert is a local blacksmith dedicated to keeping the flame of this ancient craft alive. With 16 years of experience at the anvil, Eichert creates hand-forged goods where utility meets art.
During this live demonstration, witness the focused skill required to shape raw steel in real time. You’ll see unique forging processes up close, from the heat of the forge to the strike of the hammer, with the opportunity to ask questions about the history, tools, and future of the craft. Join us to see how this historic trade continues to thrive in our community.
This program is 1 hour and 30 minutes, free and open to the public. Doug will have a table of forged items available for purchase. Recommended for ages 9 and up.

Mahjong

Mahjong
Wednesday, August 24th @ 10:00 A.M.

Homework Helpers

Students are welcome to work on homework at the library during library hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Make your own Christmas card(s)

Make your own Christmas card(s)

Tuesday, December 9th

During Library Hours

National Cheese Doodle Day

March 5th – National Cheese Doodle Day, stop in and grab a snack.

beaded sun catchers

6/25/26- beaded sun catchers

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together (Teens – McNabb Branch)

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together (Teens – McNabb Branch)
Wednesday, June 24th, 5:00 p.m.
What does it mean to be American? Join us for a hybrid community book club exploring that question through the lens of the American Revolution. The evening opens with a preview screening from Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt’s PBS documentary The American Revolution, followed by an informal group discussion.
This session’s featured title is Ashes by Laurie Halse Anderson. The Revolutionary War rages on, and Isabel and Curzon have narrowly escaped Valley Forge, but their relief is short-lived. Reported as runaways, they find themselves hunted by the relentless Bellingham, even as they press forward with fierce determination to find Isabel’s sister Ruth, who is enslaved in the South. Heroism and heartbreak mark every step of their journey in this grand finale to Anderson’s acclaimed, New York Times bestselling trilogy.
This program is designed for teens ages 13–19, runs approximately 45–60 minutes, and is free and open to the public. It will be held both in-person at the McNabb Branch and virtually via Zoom. Copies of Ashes are available at the McNabb Branch. To register for Zoom, visit: t.ly/dVqoV.

Docs & Dialogue: The Pack Horse Librarians of Appalachia (McNabb Branch)

Docs & Dialogue: The Pack Horse Librarians of Appalachia (McNabb Branch)
Wednesday, June 24th, 4:00 p.m.
Long before bookmobiles and digital libraries, a remarkable group of women on horseback carried the gift of reading to the most remote corners of Eastern Kentucky. This documentary tells the story of the Pack Horse Librarians — women hired by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) during the Great Depression to deliver books, magazines, and hope to isolated mountain communities. Braving swollen creeks, rugged mountain trails, and unpredictable weather, these dedicated women rode for miles to ensure that even the most hard-to-reach families had access to the written word.
Theirs is a story of resilience, resourcefulness, and an unshakeable belief in the power of literacy — and it feels as relevant today as ever. This free program is open to the public. The film runs 27 minutes and is made possible by PBS.

Lemonade and Dino Donuts

Lemonade and Dino Donuts
June 20th @ 10:00 A.M.

Splash of Color: Watercolor Workshop

Join us for a fun, hands-on art activity where participants will create unique Valentine’s Day–themed artwork using watercolors and the wax-resist technique. No experience is necessary — just bring your creativity and enjoy experimenting with color and texture to make a heartfelt masterpiece. This program is free and open to the public, and all supplies will be provided.

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together is a community book club that explores the American Revolution through shared reading, discussion, and film. The adult group, open to participants ages nineteen and older, will meet on Tuesday, February 24th, at 5:00 p.m. at the Granville Branch, with a virtual option available via Zoom.
This month’s selection is “Founding Faith: Providence, Politics, and the Birth of Religious Freedom in America,” by Steven Waldman. In Founding Faith, Waldman debunks myths from both the left and the right about America’s religious origins, revealing how the Founders crafted a new model of liberty that protected faith by keeping government out of it. Through vivid accounts from the colonies to the early presidencies, he shows how this delicate balance between belief and freedom shaped the nation.
Before the discussion, participants will watch a 26-minute preview from the upcoming 2025 PBS documentary “American Revolution,” by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. The preview explores religion and religious diversity in the 18th century, offering insight into how faith helped shape the nation’s early history.
Copies of the book will be available at the Granville Branch beginning in January. For more information, please contact the Library at 815-339-2038. To participate via Zoom, please register via Zoom: https://shorturl.at/L6uCA.
Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation, and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

Homework Helpers

Students are welcome to work on homework at the library during library hours on Wednesdays.

Luck, Laughter, and a Dash of Leprechaun Magic

Luck, Laughter, and a Dash of Leprechaun Magic
Thursday, March 12th
12:30 P.M.
Bring unforgettable charm to your St. Patrick’s Day season with historical presenter, Michelle Gibbons’ whimsical portrayal of a lively female leprechaun, complete with laughter, lore, and a dash of mischief. Her engaging program blends the true history of St. Patrick’s Day with fascinating tales of leprechaun origins, plus hilarious stories from her life as a leprechaun and the chaos that ensues when everyone tries to catch her before she disappears with the pot of gold.

From Royalty to Reality: Princess Diana’s Journey to Empathy

From Royalty to Reality: Princess Diana’s Journey to Empathy
Tuesday, November 18th @ 12:30 P.M.
Even decades after her passing, Lady Diana Spencer, the People’s Princess, remains an icon of grace, compassion, and timeless elegance. From her enchanting royal wedding to Prince Charles in 1981, witnessed by over 750 million people worldwide, to her philanthropic endeavors and unwavering dedication to her family, Diana captivated hearts across the globe.
Step into the captivating world of royalty with historical presenter, Michelle Gibbons, as she brings the indomitable spirit of Princess Diana to life. Through Michelle’s portrayal, audiences will delve in Diana’s remarkable journey-from her noble charity work and royal duties under the watchful eye of Queen Elizabeth II, to her profound love for her children and the enduring legacy she left behind.
Join us as we pay tribute to the extraordinary life and timeless legacy of the People’s Princess, Princess Diana of Wales.