KPLD Annual Art Show – Oct. 9-16
The Kewanee Public Library will announce the winners of its annual art contest Wednesday.
Artworks will be on display through Oct. 16. Stop in during regular open hours to walk through and view all of the artwork. But don’t forget to sign in on our sheet while you’re here.
For younger emerging artists, the Youth Services department handed out grab ‘n go bags in September that included everything you’d need to create a small sculpture or miniature painting. Throughout the art show, the library will feature any artwork returned in a special exhibition displayed on the main floor.
Great Kewanee Fire of 1942 – Oct. 15 at 6 p.m.
Kewanee has had several fires throughout the years, but have you heard of the Great Kewanee Fire of 1942? Mike Dewalt of the Kewanee Historical Society will be at the library on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 6 p.m. to recount the events that unfolded that early night in April of 1942 and its aftermath.
Digital Literacy Class
Since there was still interest in the digital literacy classes, the library is bringing them back. Once again, available topics are Essential Computer Skills, which would be basic computer skills; Essential Software Skills, or office productivity skills; and Technology Tools in Daily Life, which will teach you practical computer skills.
If you have a more specific question, you are welcome to stop in during the class and staff work with you to figure it out.
Meetings will be Wednesdays and will run from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. No registration is required to attend the classes; simply stop in.
If you have any questions, please give them a call at 309-852-4505.
Author Talks – Oct. 9 and 22at 7 p.m.
The library has a couple of exciting virtual author talks coming up. On Oct. 9, the library will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by Being Imperfect with Erika Sanchez; award-winning author Erika Sanchez who will be joined in conversation by fellow author Cynthia Pelayo.
On Oct. 22, join the staff and Raise Your Voice with Jason Reynolds. Author and activist Jason Reynolds will be talking about his expansive body of work that spans from writing books for all ages to appearing on daytime and evening news shows and hosting a podcast with his mom.
Both author talks and Holiday Tips and Tricks with Chef Art Smith, which will be held in Nov. 20, will be available on Zoom. Simply head our website (kewaneelibrary.org) for the meeting link.
If you aren’t a computer user, we will also be hosting a watch party in our Community Room.
These events are 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.
Classic Movies at the Carnegie
The first Friday of each month, the library will be holding Classic Movies at the Carnegie at 2 p.m. Join staff to watch the classic movies that have remained brilliant through the years.
For more information or to find out what movie is showing this month, stop in the library or give them a call at 309-852-4505.
Youth Programming
— Celebrate Spooky Season with the library. This month they have three in-house crafts. Elementary age children are invited to attend the Hanging Bat craft on Oct. 25, the Create Your Own Pumpkin Ornaments craft on Oct. 30 and the Day of the Dead Sugar Skull craft on Nov. 1. Each craft will be held at 3:30 p.m. in the Youth Services department.
— The library will once again have their storybook pumpkins display. On Oct. 14-18, families are invited to decorate a pumpkin as their favorite book character to display through the holiday.
Please note: as the pumpkins will be on display in a heated environment, we do ask that you do not bring in carved pumpkins.
— Last month the library invited young artists to pick up a grab ‘n go kit to make their own clay creation or paint a miniature canvas to be displayed during our annual art show.
Stop in during operating hours between Oct. 10 and 16 to see the Youth Art Exhibition on the Main Floor.
— Halloween is just around the corner and with that comes the library’s annual open house. Stop in on Oct. 19 between 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. for some crafts, a goodie bag, and to trick or treat on each of our floors.
— Baby and preschool story time continues this month. Through Oct. 29, infants through preschool age children and their adults are invited to attend Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Stick around afterward for the stay and play sensory play time. If you can’t make it in person, catch the story time live on Facebook at 1 pm on Tuesdays.
— A new story time will begin this fall. Starting Oct. 17 at 11:15 a.m. and continuing each Thursday, stop in for Music and Movement Storytime.
— Storybook STEAM this month will be on Oct. 21 at 3:30 p.m. Kindergarten through second grade students are invited to listen to There’s a Witch in Your Book by Tom Fletcher and enjoy a fun challenge afterward.
— The library has two drop-in crafts planned this month. Elementary-age children are invited to stop in Oct. 9-11 between 2 and 6 p.m. or Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to make melted crayon pumpkins. For preschool patrons, stop in Oct. 16-18 between 2 and 6 p.m. for a spider web craft.
To make either of these crafts alongside library staff, stop in at 3:30 p.m. on the weekdays and 11 a.m. on Saturday.
— Don’t forget to stop in and get our grab and go craft of the month. This month, you can pick up a craft kit to make your own Pumpkin Chucker.
— Story time to Go kits for preschoolers are back. This month, you can check out Jack and The Beanstalk. Ask for one at the Youth Services desk while supplies last.
Young Adult grab ’n go
Throughout Oct., the library will have DIY fall wood bead garland kits available for Young Adults to pick up. Grab ‘n go’s are first come, first serve, so don’t forget to stop in while supplies last.
Adult Book Club – Monday, Oct. 21 at 2 and 6 p.m.
The next meeting date of the Adult Book Club is Oct. 21, where we will be discussing Lessons from Lucy by Dave Barry. They will hold meetings at 2 and 6 p.m.; you’re invited to attend whichever time works the best for you.
Staff asks that anyone attending the evening meeting enter the building through the elevator entrance on First Street.
Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Information Services desk on the lower level.
Henry County Genealogical Society
As part of their monthly meetings, the Henry County Genealogical Society welcomes a variety of interesting presenters. The meetings are the fourth Monday of each month at 1:30 p.m. in the library’s Community Room. The next meeting is Oct. 28.
Creativity at the Carnegie
Do you enjoy knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross stitch or quilting? Come and join staff at the Kewanee Public Library in the Community Room on the second Tuesday of each month from 4 to 6 p.m.
This is an adult group sponsored by the Friends of the Kewanee Public Library for those who would like to enjoy the camradery of others while creating their own fiber projects. For more information, stop by or call at 309-852-4505.
For more information on any of the above-mentioned programs or to see what services are offered at your library, you can call 852-4505 or visit us on the web at www.kewaneelibrary.org. You can also email the library at referencea@kewaneelibrary.org with any questions.
The Kewanee Public Library appreciates your continued support.
