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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.

Lizards

Lizards
Tuesday, June 16th 1:00 P.M.
Lori Boekeloo from Boekel Zoo in Princeton will be here to show case Lizards at the library.

National Fudge Day

National Fudge Day
Tuesday, June 16th All Day
We have fudge available to taste at the library!

Midweek Dino Makers

Midweek Dino Makers

Wednesdays starting June 10th All Day

10th Salt Dough Fossils

17th  Dino Dirt Cups

24th Baking Soda Volcanos

Women’s Baseball in Illinois and the Midwest

Women’s Baseball in Illinois and the Midwest (Granville Branch)
Tuesday, June 9, 6:00 p.m.
Let’s play ball! Women have been part of baseball’s story since the 1800s, especially in the Midwest. During World War II, Philip K. Wrigley launched the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League to keep America’s pastime alive while showcasing women’s athletic talent. Illinois played a central role in the league, producing 125 players, including All-Star Dorothy Schroeder, the only woman to play all twelve seasons.
Join us for a lively look at the evolution of women’s baseball, from its early roots to the rise of the AAGPBL. Learn about the league’s unique rules, its memorable teams, including the Rockford Peaches, Springfield Sallies, Peoria Redwings, and Chicago Colleens, and the culture surrounding the game, from uniforms to “Charm School” and wartime publicity.
This program is free and open to the public. It will be offered as a blended program with in-person and virtual options. To register virtually, go to: t.ly/vbcFw.

Cricut

Cricut
Tuesday June 9th – Friday June 12th
During Library Hours
Come in to learn how to use the Cricut Maker. Crafty Adults welcome! Call ahead to schedule your appointment.

Make it Dino Friday

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

Summer Kick Off Party!

Summer Kick Off Party!
Thursday, June 4th 6:00 P.M.
Dinosaurs, DJ Mara, and Painting with Diana Martin will be here with a Dino Egg Hunt!

Docs & Dialogue: The Most Dangerous Man in America

Docs & Dialogue: The Most Dangerous Man in America (Granville Branch)
Tuesday, June 9th, 1:00 p.m.
In 1971, Daniel Ellsberg, a former Pentagon official and Vietnam War strategist, made a life-altering decision: he leaked 7,000 pages of top-secret documents to The New York Times, exposing decades of government deception. As the story spread worldwide, Ellsberg was seen as both a hero and a traitor, risking prison to challenge a war he once helped shape.
This documentary examines Ellsberg’s transformation and offers an inside look at government secrecy and accountability. It also follows the landmark legal battle between the press and the presidency, reaching the Supreme Court of the United States, and traces how these events connect to the Watergate scandal and the resignation of Richard Nixon.
This program is free and open to the public. It is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, not rated, and made possible through Kanopy.

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.

Art and Independence: Paintings, Prints and Sculptures

Art and Independence: Paintings, Prints and Sculptures (Granville Branch)
Tuesday, June 16th, 6:00 p.m.
As we commemorate America250, join Artist and Art Historian, Denise Laurin, for a captivating multimedia discussion exploring the pivotal works of art that documented the Revolutionary War, and the remarkable transformation of George Washington from man to myth. Denise brings a rare combination of artistic sensibility and scholarly depth to every presentation. Holding an M.A. in Art History from Northern Illinois University, she spent nearly two decades teaching at the college level and has exhibited at venues ranging from the Chicago Cultural Center to MoMA-affiliated shows in New York City. Recognized as an advanced speaker by Toastmasters International, she is as compelling in front of an audience as she is in the studio.
This program is free and open to the public. It will be offered as a blended program with in-person and virtual options. To register virtually, go to: t.ly/ofioD.

Unearthed Stories: Sand Art Workshop

Unearthed Stories: Sand Art Workshop (Granville Branch)
Tuesday, June 16th, 4:00 p.m.
Join us for a hands-on art workshop inspired by an extraordinary piece of history. Discover the story of Andrew Clemens, a 19th-century Iowa artist who crafted breathtaking works entirely from grains of sand. Then, create your own layered sand art jar, using color and pattern to tell a story, capture a memory, or simply enjoy the process.
This program is free and open to the public. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

Docs & Dialogue: Flag in the Map: Charting Rainbow Flag Stories

Docs & Dialogue: Flag in the Map: Charting Rainbow Flag Stories
Tuesday, June 16th, 1:00 p.m.
Flag in the Map is a remarkable collection of photographs and stories celebrating the Rainbow Flag’s universal power to inspire LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly in countries where their existence is under threat. This PBS screening explores the exhibition honoring the iconic flag created by Gilbert Baker and features a recorded conversation with Charley Beal, President of the Gilbert Baker Foundation, and American activist Cleve Jones.
The program is free and open to the public. It is approximately 56 minutes and not rated.

Dinosaurs & Other Mesozoic Animals

Dinosaurs & Other Mesozoic Animals (Granville Branch)
Monday, June 15th, 6:00 p.m.
What truly makes a dinosaur a dinosaur? This hands-on program explores the fascinating world of the Mesozoic Era, from the many species and lineages that defined the age of dinosaurs to the other remarkable creatures that shared their world. Discover which animals were close dinosaur relatives and which simply lived alongside them. Get up close with fossil replicas and a selection of actual fossils and learn about the field of paleontology and what researchers are still uncovering about these ancient animals today.
Presented by Mitchell Goodknecht, founder of ACCO (Animal Care Conservation Outreach), a Kankakee County–based educational outreach program specializing in natural history and wildlife science. Mitchell brings over nine years of science communication experience, a background in zoology and wildlife conservation, and hands-on expertise ranging from exotic animal care to volunteer education at the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago, including certification in dinosaur hall facilitation featuring SUE the T. rex and Maximo the Titanosaur. This program is free and open to the public. It is recommended for families and adults.

Lives and Discoveries of Famous Female Paleontologists

Lives and Discoveries of Famous Female Paleontologists (Granville Branch)
Thursday, June 11th, 11:00 a.m.
Join us for this engaging presentation shining a light on the groundbreaking women who helped shape our understanding of Earth’s ancient past. Through compelling stories and remarkable discoveries, explore how Mary Anning, Mary Ann Mantell, and Sue Hendrickson overcame barriers, made world-changing contributions, and forever altered the field of paleontology. Educational, inspiring, and accessible for all ages, this is a fresh look at the often-overlooked pioneers behind some of history’s greatest fossil discoveries.
Presented by Anderson Taylor, a dinosaur enthusiast, young historian, and founder and curator of the Cambridge Natural History Museum in Cambridge, Illinois. In August 2024, at just nine years old, he turned a lifelong passion for prehistoric life into a real museum — a space where curiosity, science, and imagination come together. With a simple mission to show people of all ages that science is fun, fascinating, and full of adventure, Anderson champions the real scientists, especially women, whose discoveries made history.
This program is free and open to the public.

Voices of the Revolution: From Screen to Sources

Voices of the Revolution: From Screen to Sources (Granville Branch)
Tuesday, June 9th, 4:00 p.m.
What was life like before, during, and after the American Revolution? Join us for an interactive program that begins with a screening reel from The American Revolution, a documentary by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, offering a compelling overview of the nation’s founding and its global impact.
Then step into history as a virtual volunteer transcriber for the Library of Congress through the By the People program. Work directly with real historical documents from colonial America through the early Republic and help bring to light the everyday experiences and voices of those who lived through this transformative era. Your contributions will make these materials more accessible to researchers and the public, joining a nationwide effort that has already surpassed one million transcribed pages.
This program is free and open to the public. Recommended for youth ages 13 and up and adults. Participants should bring a laptop or tablet with a charging cord. The program will run approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

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.

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together – Youth

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together – Youth (Condit Branch)
Thursday, May 28th, 5:00 p.m.
Youth ages 8–14 are invited to join a hybrid community book club exploring 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 short videos connected to the featured books, followed by an informal discussion.
The featured title for this session is “The Fighting Ground,” by Avi. Thirteen-year-old Jonathan is determined to fight for independence, even when his wounded father forbids him from joining. When he secretly enlists with a local militia, Jonathan believes he is ready for battle, but over the course of a single day, he confronts the harsh and unexpected realities of war, experiences that will change him forever.
The program runs approximately 45–60 minutes and is free and open to the public. To register virtually, please visit: https://shorturl.at/bXyd4. Copies of the book are available at the Condit Branch.

Adopt a dinosaur

Adopt a dinosaur
Tuesday, June 2nd through Saturday June 6th.

Coffee, Color, and Conversation

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

Mini Masterpieces: America at 250

Mini Masterpieces: America at 250 (Condit Branch)
Thursday, June 4th, 3:00 p.m.

Celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary by creating a miniature artwork inspired by the past, present, or future of the United States. Choose from prompts such as Then, Now, Next (reflecting on America’s past, present, and future), What Freedom Looks Like (your personal interpretation of freedom), My America (what America means to you today), or A Moment in American Life (every day or imagined scenes).

Participants may use paint, oil pastels, markers, or bring their own materials to create a mixed-media piece on a 3 x 3-inch canvas. Participants will have the option to leave their completed artwork on display as part of a community gallery throughout the month of June. The program is free and open to public. Recommended age 10 and older.

Docs & Dialogue: Day of Days: June 6, 1944

Docs & Dialogue: Day of Days: June 6, 1944 (Condit Branch)
Thursday, June 4th, 5:00 p.m.
They were among the best the United States had to offer, and on June 6, 1944, they were sent to Normandy, France. They moved inland from the landing zones, facing machine-gun fire, mortars, and artillery at Omaha and Utah Beaches. This documentary provides an opportunity to remember one of the most important days in world history, as described by those who were there. Many of the enlisted soldiers were young and inexperienced as they arrived by air or by boat, uncertain of what would happen next. Within days, Allied forces secured territory in France and began to shift the course of the war.
This program is free and open to the public. It is approximately 54 minutes, not rated, and made possible through the WWII Foundation.

Docs & Dialogue: Dino Birds

Docs & Dialogue: Dino Birds (Condit Branch)
Thursday, June 11th, 5:00 p.m.
Contrary to popular belief, dinosaurs never went extinct — they’re still alive and flying among us in the form of birds. Birds are the only dinosaurs to survive the cataclysmic mass extinction caused by an asteroid the size of Mount Everest crashing into Earth some 66 million years ago. The big question is: how? How did birds not only endure the apocalypse that wiped out every other dinosaur, but go on to evolve and populate every corner of the planet? Now, rare fossil discoveries are revealing the secrets of bird evolution going back more than 100 million years — telling the story of how resilient, feathered dinosaurs persevered and transformed into the vast, colorful array of species filling our skies today.
Free and open to the public. Approximately 53 minutes, rated G, and made possible through Kanopy.

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.

Dino Discovery: Stories & Crafts (McNabb Branch)

Dino Discovery: Stories & Crafts (McNabb Branch)
Wednesday, June 3rd, 4:00 p.m.
Join us for a hands-on program featuring dinosaur stories and exploration of what made these prehistoric creatures so unique. After storytime, participants will take part in a simple craft activity where they can build their own dinosaur to take home out of air-dry clay. This program is free and open to the public. Recommended age five and older.

National Cheese Day

6/4/26- National Cheese Day- come have some cheese and crackers

Chalk & Bubbles

6/9/26- Chalk & Bubbles, come color on the sidewalk and blow some bubbles! (weather permitting)

Father’s Day Craft

6/16/26- Father’s Day Craft

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.

Docs & Dialogue: Chicago Stories – Candy Capital

Docs & Dialogue: Chicago Stories – Candy Capital (McNabb Branch)
Wednesday, June 17th, 4:00 p.m.
Chicago famously has a sweet tooth, and why wouldn’t it? For much of the twentieth century, Chicago reigned supreme as the “Candy Capital of the World.” From Cracker Jack and M&Ms, to Snickers and Lemon Heads, many of the world’s most well-known sweets originated in the city. At its peak, 100 Chicago candy companies, including Wrigley, Mars, and Ferrara produced a third of all candy in the United States and employed more than 25,000 people. But however all-American this world of confection may appear; it was immigrants who came to Chicago in the nineteenth century who helped mold the industry.
This program is free and open to the public. It is 55 minutes, not rated and made possible through WTTW/PBS.

Dino Craft

Dino Craft
June 13th @ 10:00 A.M.

Docs & Dialogue: Prehistoric Road Trip: Tiny Teeth, Fearsome Beasts

Docs & Dialogue: Prehistoric Road Trip: Tiny Teeth, Fearsome Beasts (McNabb Branch)
Tuesday, June 10th, 5:30 p.m.
Emily Graslie continues her journey through deep time in Prehistoric Road Trip, traveling across the western United States to explore ancient landscapes where fossils and expert insights bring long-extinct worlds to life. In “Tiny Teeth, Fearsome Beasts,” Emily discovers surprising truths written in the fossil record and gets to know the earliest mammals of North America, including ancient beavers, an ancient saber-toothed animal, and more. She also travels to Standing Rock reservation where she examines the effects of improper fossil collection from Indigenous land. Meanwhile, scientists studying our planet’s past are revealing clues about its future.
This program is free and open to the public. It is approximately 56 minutes, rated G and is made possible through Kanopy.

Stitching the Past: A Colonial Sampler Workshop

Stitching the Past: A Colonial Sampler Workshop (McNabb Branch)
Wednesday, June 10th, 4:00 p.m.
Step back into the 18th century and try a hands-on craft rooted in early American life. The program begins with a short introduction to historical samplers — what they were, who made them, and what they reveal about everyday life in colonial America. Young people once stitched samplers to practice needlework and demonstrate skill, and the pieces they left behind remain some of the most personal records of early American girlhood we have.
Afterward, participants will create their own burlap sampler using simple embroidery techniques inspired by that tradition. As part of the America250 commemoration, this program invites you to explore history through making. Free and open to the public. Recommended for ages 10 and up. All materials provided.

Dino Egg Scavenger Hunt

Dino Egg Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, June 6th During library hours

Docs & Dialogue: Soul of the Ocean

Docs & Dialogue: Soul of the Ocean (McNabb Branch)
Wednesday, June 3rd, 5:00 p.m.
In celebration of World Ocean Day, join us for a screening featuring Howard Hall, one of the world’s foremost underwater filmmakers, as he shares a lifetime of insight into how life in the ocean truly works. The film reveals surprisingly cooperative communities built on age-old partnerships, where coral reefs function like cosmopolitan cities and relationships are essential to survival.
From a specialist shrimp, baby damsel fish, and porcelain crab sharing the protection of an anemone, to an urchin and crab forming an unlikely pair, and fan corals supporting their own seahorses, the ocean is shown as a vast, interconnected system. From great whales and turtles to sharks and tiny blennies, every creature plays a role in a world where everything is connected.
This program is free and open to the public. It is approximately 53 minutes and rated PG and made possible through Kanopy.

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.

Stitching a Nation: The Life of Betsy Ross

Stitching a Nation: The Life of Betsy Ross

Tuesday, June 9th 12:30 P.M.

In her captivating portrayal of Betsy Ross, historical presenter Michelle Gibbons brings to life the spirited seamstress credited with berating the first American Flag, Gibbons embodies Ross’s determination and patriotism, recounting her pivotal role in stitching together a symbol of unity for the fledging nation. Through engaging storytelling, she highlights Ross’s contributions during the Revolutionary era, emphasizing the flag’s enduring significance as a beacon of freedom. Weaving historical facts with vivid anecdotes, you will be transported to 1776 Philadelphia, where Ross’s needlework became a cornerstone of American identity. Join us a s we celebrate America’ semi-quincentennial by reflecting on Betsy Ross’s legacy as a symbol of creativity and patriotism.

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.