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Winter Reading Challenge: There’s Snow Better Time to Read!

12/16/2024 @ 9:00am to 12/24/2024 @ 12:00am
Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
General Events
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Teens
Event Details:

The library encourages you to read this winter by taking our There’s Snow Better Time to Read! Winter Reading Challenge. Kids and teens in preschool through 12th grade can pick up ...

Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Teens
Program Type: General Events
Event Details:

The library encourages you to read this winter by taking our There’s Snow Better Time to Read! Winter Reading Challenge.

CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Itasca Community Library

The library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25 for the Christmas holiday. We will reopen at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 26. 

Closing
Branches:
Itasca Community Library
Description:

The library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25 for the Christmas holiday. We will reopen at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 26. 

Winter Reading Challenge: There’s Snow Better Time to Read!

12/26/2024 @ 9:00am to 12/31/2024 @ 12:00am
Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
General Events
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Teens
Event Details:

The library encourages you to read this winter by taking our There’s Snow Better Time to Read! Winter Reading Challenge. Kids and teens in preschool through 12th grade can pick up ...

Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Teens
Program Type: General Events
Event Details:

The library encourages you to read this winter by taking our There’s Snow Better Time to Read! Winter Reading Challenge.

Eddie's Pockets book cover

Local Author Program (all ages)

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
West Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
General Events
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Families/All Ages
Event Details:

Meet local author Jeanne Speziale Beauchamp as she reads her new book, Eddie's Pockets. You'll also make a craft and enjoy fun activities related to the book. Copies of Eddie's Poc...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Families/All Ages
Program Type: General Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Meet local author Jeanne Speziale Beauchamp as she reads her new book, Eddie's Pockets. You'll also make a craft and enjoy fun activities related to the book.

VolunTeen Program (grades 6-12)

All Day
Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
General Events
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Students in grades 6-12 may volunteer to work up to six hours in the Youth Department this winter as a VolunTeen. After you register, you’ll receive instructions on how to choose t...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: General Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Students in grades 6-12 may volunteer to work up to six hours in the Youth Department this winter as a VolunTeen.

DIY Obstacle Course (grades K-5)

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
West Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
General Events
Age Group:
Kids, Grade School
Event Details:

Get out of the house and get active! Drop in any time between 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. to design and test out your own obstacle course and other kids' as well. No registration is require...

Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Grade School
Program Type: General Events
Event Details:

Get out of the house and get active! Drop in any time between 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. to design and test out your own obstacle course and other kids' as well. No registration is required.  

CLOSED FOR NEW YEARS

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Itasca Community Library

The library will be closed on Tuesday, December 31, and Wednesday, January 1 for the New Years holiday. We will reopen at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 2. 

Closing
Branches:
Itasca Community Library
Description:

The library will be closed on Tuesday, December 31, and Wednesday, January 1 for the New Years holiday. We will reopen at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 2. 

Winter Reading Challenge: There’s Snow Better Time to Read!

01/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 01/31/2025 @ 5:00pm
Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
General Events
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Teens
Event Details:

The library encourages you to read this winter by taking our There’s Snow Better Time to Read! Winter Reading Challenge. Kids and teens in preschool through 12th grade can pick up ...

Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Teens
Program Type: General Events
Event Details:

The library encourages you to read this winter by taking our There’s Snow Better Time to Read! Winter Reading Challenge.

Drop-In Baby Time (geared to ages 6-18 months)

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

We’ll share stories and songs perfect for little ones! No registration is needed. 

Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

We’ll share stories and songs perfect for little ones! No registration is needed. 

group of crafty people

Knit & Craft Club

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Southeast Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Everyone who does handwork and wants to share time with like-minded people is welcome to join this fun, casual get-together. Bring whatever you’re working on!

Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: Southeast Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Everyone who does handwork and wants to share time with like-minded people is welcome to join this fun, casual get-together. Bring whatever you’re working on!

Cricut Creations (for families)

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
West Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General Events
Age Group:
Kids, Grade School, Teens, Families/All Ages
Event Details:

Did you know we have a Cricut and that you can design all kinds of things? Come see what the Cricut can make and how it works while decorating with pre-printed stickers, participat...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Grade School, Teens, Families/All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Did you know we have a Cricut and that you can design all kinds of things?

Painting Pop-In (all ages) 

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
West Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Grade School, Teens, Families/All Ages
Event Details:

Drop in anytime between 1:00-4:00 p.m. to paint your own trinket box. No registration required, and while supplies last. 

Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Grade School, Teens, Families/All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in anytime between 1:00-4:00 p.m. to paint your own trinket box. No registration required, and while supplies last. 

Drop-In Family Storytime (geared to ages 6 & under)

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and more. No registration is needed. 

Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and more. No registration is needed. 

Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
West Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

For centuries, we have known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. Now, science is able to provide insights into how to optimize our physical and cognitive healt...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 79
Event Details:

For centuries, we have known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. Now, science is able to provide insights into how to optimize our physical and cognitive health as we age.

Friends of the Itasca Community Library logo

Friends of the Library Meeting

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Southeast Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
General Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Friends of the Library is a non-profit organization that helps support the work of the library. We organize Dine Out with Friends, Ladies Night Out: BINGO!, and more. The ...

Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: Southeast Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Events
Event Details:

The Friends of the Library is a non-profit organization that helps support the work of the library. We organize Dine Out with Friends, Ladies Night Out: BINGO!, and more. The group meets on the first Tuesday of every other month.

Teen Book Boxes (grades 6-12)

All Day
Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
General Events
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Finding your next great read just got easier! Teens can subscribe to our monthly book boxes to get a book customized to their reading interests. Register by the 8th of each month, ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: General Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Finding your next great read just got easier! Teens can subscribe to our monthly book boxes to get a book customized to their reading interests.

Art supplies

Doodlebugs (geared to ages 2-5 with a caregiver)

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
West Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Little fingers will experiment with painting, gluing, sticking, cutting, and creating. Dress for a mess! Registration is required.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Little fingers will experiment with painting, gluing, sticking, cutting, and creating. Dress for a mess! Registration is required.

group of people chatting

English Conversation Group

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
West Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
General Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Speaking English doesn’t have to be hard. Intermediate English learners can practice their skills in a friendly, casual group. We meet in person and on Zoom. Please register t...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Speaking English doesn’t have to be hard. Intermediate English learners can practice their skills in a friendly, casual group. We meet in person and on Zoom. Please register to get the Zoom link.

Family LEGO Build: Outer Space (for families)

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
West Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
General Events
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Teens, Families/All Ages
Event Details:

Calling all LEGO enthusiasts! Join us for a fun night of building space-themed creations that will be displayed in the library. Registration is required.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool, Grade School, Teens, Families/All Ages
Program Type: General Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Calling all LEGO enthusiasts! Join us for a fun night of building space-themed creations that will be displayed in the library. Registration is required.

Elvis Presley

The History of Elvis Presley

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Elvis revolutionized popular music when he exploded onto the scene in 1956 with his unique blend of rhythm & blues and country music. Gary Wenstrup returns to share how Elvis’ ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Required
Seats Remaining: 86
Event Details:

Elvis revolutionized popular music when he exploded onto the scene in 1956 with his unique blend of rhythm & blues and country music.

Drop-In Family Storytime (geared to ages 6 & under)

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and more. No registration is needed. 

Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and more. No registration is needed. 

Homeschool STEAM Meetup (grades K-8)

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
West Meeting Room at Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
General Events
Age Group:
Kids, Grade School, Teens
Event Details:

Join us on the second Tuesday of the month for STEAM-based activities geared to all age levels. We'll do an art project and take part in challenges appropriate to your grade. Regis...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Grade School, Teens
Program Type: General Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join us on the second Tuesday of the month for STEAM-based activities geared to all age levels. We'll do an art project and take part in challenges appropriate to your grade. Registration is required.

Fox & Turtle Restaurant

Trivia Night

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
General Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Compete with your team of up to six people for a chance to win prizes. A reservation at Fox & Turtle is highly encouraged. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Events
Event Details:

Compete with your team of up to six people for a chance to win prizes. A reservation at Fox & Turtle is highly encouraged. 

Take & Make Crafts for Teens (grades 6-12)

All Day
Itasca Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Pick up a Take & Make craft just for teens! Crafts will be available at the Youth Desk beginning on the 15th of each month. While supplies last. No registration is required.&nb...

Library Branch: Itasca Community Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pick up a Take & Make craft just for teens! Crafts will be available at the Youth Desk beginning on the 15th of each month. While supplies last.