Library Closed
Library will be closed January 20th for MLK day. We will reopen Tuesday, January 21st.
All Libraries
Please view each of our locations’ programs below. Call us or email us with questions or concerns.
James Herriot
James Herriot
Tuesday, January 7th
6:00 P.M.
The Library hosts Anglophile and former UK resident, Claire Evans, for a presentation on the life of Alf Wight, an unassuming country vet who practiced for fifty years in one of England’s most beautiful places, the Yorkshire Dales. Wight rose to international fame later in life under the pen name, James Herriot, as he recounted the heart warming animal stories and colorful characters of a bygone era, inspiring a film and multiple television series. Bask in the visual beauty of the Yorkshire Dales and learn the surprising story of a vet whose books still entertain millions in this unique presentation.
“This program was made possible through funding by Financial Plus Credit Union.”
Register:https://2ly.link/20IcA
Illinois Libraries Presents: Experience Little Women: The Musical(2022)
Illinois Libraries Presents: Experience Little Women: The Musical(2022)
(Recording – virtual screening only)
An At Home Experience(in collaboration with Broadway HD) 2 hr 23 min | Musicals | 2022
Friday, December 20 -Sunday, December 22
https://bit.ly/ILP_LittleWomen
Louisa 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. Originally presented on Broadway in 2005 starring Sutton Foster, Lydia White and Savannah Stevenson lead a talented cast in this beloved tale of family, self-discovery,and hope.
Open eBooks…Books for Free, Read for Fun
Open eBooks…Books for Free, Read for Fun
Open eBooks is an eBook resource, made possible through First Book that provides access to a rotating catalog of thousands of popular and award-winning children and young adult titles. No library card is needed to access the collection; however, users will need to request a unique code/pin combination from staff. Stop by any of our branches to learn about this service.
Read 1000 Books before Kindergarten
Putnam County Public Library District will be offering a new service.
Read 1000 Books before Kindergarten.
Do you have a child between the ages of 0-5? We will be offering prizes for every 100 books that are read to your child until they reach 1000 books. For more information stop by any of our library branches to pick up your first logbook.
Hennepin
Winter Craft Workshop
Winter Craft Workshop
DIY Winter Faux Fire Starters
Thursday, January 16th
Pick up and take home or make at library.
All Ages.
Adult Painting Evening
Adult Painting Evening
Thursday, January 9th
6:00 P.M.
Stop by to paint Snowman Canvas.
Cricut Makerspace Workshop
Cricut Makerspace Workshop
January 6th – 10th
Come in to learn how to use the Cricut Maker
Crafty Adults welcome!
All Day event. Call ahead to schedule your appointment.
Winter Door Hanger Raised Letters
Harry Potter Holiday Party
Harry Potter Holiday Party
Friday, December 20th
12 and under 3:00 P.M.
13 up 6:30 P.M.
Stop by the library for a magical party at the library. We will have bingo, crafts, door prizes, photo scene, and a Harry Potter movie.
12 and under we will be showing Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
13 and up will be Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
Recyclable Ornaments
Recyclable Ornaments
December 2nd – 23rd
Come decorate the tree with recyclable ornaments at the library. K-cups and egg cartons.
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.
Granville
Discover Guatemala
Discover Guatemala
Thursday, January 9th
6:00 P.M.
Former librarian and anthropologist, Brittany Blomquist, shares her experiences in the vibrant country of Guatemala. Learn more about the city of Antigua, the second capital city, food, architecture, textiles, and more, and partake in enjoying the national dish – Pepian! Brittany Blomquist is a graduate student at Northern Illinois University. Her research is focused on education within Guatemala. She visited the country in 2023 and 2024, exploring the west central highland region.
Exploring Current Diet Trends
Exploring Current Diet Trends
Wednesday, January 8th
1:30 P.M.
Susan Glassman will present a program and activity on.
Winter Crafts
Winter Crafts
During the months of December, January, and February, the community is invited to stop by the Granville Library to make thematic crafts. The crafts that will be offered are as follows:
· Hibernating Bear(January)
George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker (Crafts/Movie)
George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker (Crafts/Movie)
Tuesday, December 17th@ 5:00 P.M.
Holiday movie and popcorn
Friday, December 27th
1:00 -3 ish P.M.
Join us at the Granville Library on Tuesday, December 17th at 5:00 p.m. to experience the wonder of New York City Ballet’s iconic holiday classic on the big screen! Tchaikovsky’s beloved melodies transport the young and the young at heart to the magical world where mischievous mice besiege a battalion of toy soldiers, and an onstage blizzard leads to an enchanted Land of Sweets.
George Balanchine’s “The Nutcracker,” based on the Alexandre Dumas version of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s tale,“The Nutcracker and the Mouse King,” (1816) is one of the most complex theatrical staged ballets in the New York City Ballet’s repertory. The film runs for 100 minutes and is geared to adults and youth ages eight and older.
Fridays Wrapping station in the community room
Fridays Wrapping station in the community room
Available upon request when the community room is available.
Homework Helpers
Homework Helpers Granville
Wednesday, December 4⋅4:00 – 5:00pm
Weekly on Wednesday
Winter Photo Opportunity
Winter Photo Opportunity
All Month – December
Stop by the Granville Library during the month of December to create seasonal memories using a special winter themed professional photo backdrop. Make sure to bring a camera or a smartphone!
Putnam
Books and Brunch
Books & Brunch
First Saturday of the month during library hours. Food, Books, and Friends.
Magnolia
Homework Helpers
Students are welcome to work on homework at the library during library hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Chocolate Covered Spoons
Chocolate Covered Spoons
Saturday, December 21
For Kids during library hours
McNabb
Read- N – Tell Story Morning
Read- N – Tell Story Morning
Saturday, January 18th
10:00 A.M.
Kids read a book come into the library & tell me friends what you like or didn’t like about the book.
Winter Crafts
Winter Crafts
During the months of December, January, and February, the community is invited to stop by the McNabb Library to make thematic crafts. The crafts that will be offered are as follows:
· Hibernating Bear(January)
Helping kids last minute wrapping for family
Helping kids last minute wrapping for family
Saturday, December 21st
9:00 A.M. – Noon
Kids bring in gifts we provide paper & help them wrap
Homework Helpers
Students are welcome to work on homework at the library during library hours on Wednesdays.
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Cuba!
Cuba
Thursday, February 20th
12:30 P.M.
Discover America’s next door neighbor. Explore the food, culture, government and the people in this unique island. Named Cuba from the Taino Language means “Great Place” or where fertile land is abundant. Mark Walczynski will be presenting this program.