Building a Balanced Board with Kristin Bogdonas – Nov. 12 at 2 p.m.

Charcuteries boards aren’t just fun to eat but creating them can also be an art. Kristin Bogdonas from the University of Illinois Extension will present an interactive program at the library.  Kristin will show how to build a beautiful and balanced charcuterie board perfect for holiday entertaining. Learn to pair flavors, choose healthy options and arrange your board like a pro. Registration is required and space is limited.

GIs in Britain – The British People and American Troops in WWII – Watch Party – Nov. 17 at noon

During World War II, the arrival of over a million American servicemen in Britain sparked both cultural exchange and social tensions. Historian Ruth Polling will examine how the presence of GIs reshaped British communities, from friendships and alliances to moments of friction. This free lecture will explore the everyday encounters that revealed striking cultural differences — whether in attitudes toward dating, spending or social customs — and the challenges of two nations adjusting to life side by side in wartime.  The watch party will be in the community room.

Chad Lewis presents winter legends and lore – Nov. 18, 6 p.m.

Halloween can get a bad rap for being the pinnacle of the dark and spooky time of the year, but what about winter, the literal darkest time of the year?  Join the library staff in November when renowned paranormal researcher and author Chad Lewis will take us on an unforgettable journey into the darkest, and strangest, time of the year with his presentation, Winter Lore and Legends.  

From the curious origins of Santa Claus and the truth behind the ancient New Year’s Eve rituals to weather superstitions and unsettling accounts of holiday hauntings, Lewis will draw from his decades of global exploration into the supernatural to bring light to the bizarre wintertime tales that history tried to forget.

Kewanee in Pictures: Before 1900 with Mike DeWalt – Dec. 9, 6 p.m.

Join staff when Mike DeWalt delves into Kewanee’s history using pictures taken before 1900.

Santa is Coming to KPLD! – Dec. 13, 10 a.m.

Christmas is coming fast; don’t miss your chance to see Santa before he gets too busy.  Join staff on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. when Santa stops by for a visit. While he’s here, children will have a chance to get a picture with him and share all of their Christmas wishes.

Young Adult Programming

Get ready for gaming, snacks and hanging out with friends. On Nov. 14 from 3-5 p.m. anyone between 13 and 18 can stop by the Young Adult room on the lower level to play games on the gaming television. Snacks will be available.

Are you interested in creating arts and crafts while hanging out with friends and meeting new people?  Then join staff on November 19 from 3-5 p.m. for our Young Adult Craft Club.  

Youth Programming

Oh no! Library staff were so busy planning for Dino-vember that our little dinosaur got out. Could you help them find him? Staff are sure that he’s somewhere on our Youth Services floor, but they don’t want to scare him away. If you find him, stop by the desk and fill out a slip.  Each Friday that the library is open this month, they’ll have a drawing to see who will get to take him home.

Baby to PreK story time is going strong, stop by Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:15 a.m. The library’s Facebook story time goes live before our Tuesday story time at 10:15 am. Or you can watch the video whenever it fits into your schedule. This month, their story times will all feature our favorite Dino-vember topic, dinosaurs. Due to Thanksgiving, they won’t have a story time on Nov. 27, but we’ll be back on Dec. 2.

Two drop-in crafts are planned this month. Elementary-age children may stop in Nov. 12-14 between 2 and 6 p.m. or Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to do a leaf toothpick painting craft. Preschool patrons may stop in Nov. 19-21 between 2 and 6 p.m. or Nov. 22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. when we’ll be making dinosaur silhouette cotton ball paintings.

While you’re in, don’t forget to check out their I-Spy display. Staff will have different lists for you to look for every week.

Adult Book Club – Nov. 17 at 2 and 6 p.m.

The next Adult Book Club meeting is Nov. 17, where the discussion will be on This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger. There will be meetings at 2 and 6 p.m. Those attending should 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. Next month the club won’t be reading just one book; instead, a Christmas book potluck is planned. Bring in your favorite Christmas time tome and share its magic with the group.  

Recipe Round-Up – Nov. 11, 12 p.m.

If you’ve never been a part of Recipe Round-Up, don’t panic; it’s simple to join.  All you need is to find a recipe matching the theme of the month.  Cook it and bring it, along with copies of your recipe, in to share with the members at the meeting. The theme for this month is autumn foods. Stop by at noon with your recipe and dish and let’s all chow down.

Digital Literacy Class 

Since there was still interest in our digital literacy classes, staff are bringing them back.  Once again, available topics are Essential Computer Skills, Essential Software Skills and Technology Tools in Daily Life. If you have a more specific question, you are welcome to stop in during the class, and staff will work with you to figure it out.  Classes are now by appointment, so give them a call at 309-852-4505 and ask for the Information Services desk to schedule yours.

Creativity @ the Carnegie

Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, embroidery, cross stitch or quilting?  Come and join staff 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 comradery of others while creating their own fiber projects.  

For more information on any of the above-mentioned programs or to see what services are offered at your library, you can call 309-852-4505 or visit www.kewaneelibrary.org.  You can also email the library at reference@kewaneelibrary.org with any questions.  The library appreciates your continued support.