Upcoming Events

Let's instill a love of books in children from birth to 3 years. This program is designed to introduce your child to the wonderful world of books. Caregiver participation and guidance are required as we read, sing, and do finger plays.

Join us at the Braidwood Fire Protection District for a tour of the fire station. Meet Sparky, the fire dog, and listen to stories read by the firefighters. Registration is required, and a caregiver must accompany their child.

*Parents must accompany children*

Do you want to learn to play chess?

Or are you the most feared player amongst your friends?

Watch The Lodger, Hitchcock’s third silent film but the one Hitchcock considered “his first true film,” and his first movie cameo.  Explore the cultural history behind the movie, the director and actors.

We welcome toddlers and their caregivers to join us every week for an exciting exploration of various toys and sensory materials.

Develop a competitive resume and cover letter to improve your visibility to employers and demonstrate your potential. 

This program is specially designed for children aged 3-5. Every week, children will have the opportunity to explore new books and engage in a fun craft project.

Trunk or Treat! Decorate a pumpkin! Have fun decorating a fall pumpkin at the library. All supplies are included and limited to 1 per child (Ages 3-12).  Registration is required. 

Join us for a Play-Doh workshop! Display your creativity using our Play-Doh and tools. This program is for children aged 2-6, and registration is required.

Let's instill a love of books in children from birth to 3 years. This program is designed to introduce your child to the wonderful world of books. Caregiver participation and guidance are required as we read, sing, and do finger plays.

We welcome toddlers and their caregivers to join us every week for an exciting exploration of various toys and sensory materials.

This program is specially designed for children aged 3-5. Every week, children will have the opportunity to explore new books and engage in a fun craft project.

Investigate Americas most notorious cold cases at COLD CASE LIVE, a live exploration into unsolved crime!

These instructor-led programs are a fun, educational, and creative way for Tweens to learn crafts and socialize.

09/16/24- Glass Pebble Magnets 

10/14/24- Spooky Halloween Candles

Join us in reading and discussing books designed to make you question everything.

Join us on the Third Tuesday of every month for our cookbook-meets-potluck. Each member chooses a recipe from the same cookbook voted on by the group and brings a dish to share at the following meeting.  

Let's instill a love of books in children from birth to 3 years. This program is designed to introduce your child to the wonderful world of books. Caregiver participation and guidance are required as we read, sing, and do finger plays.

In this lecture, Cynthia Clampitt will present the history of corn and how it transformed the Americas before First Contact, how it traveled the world after First Contact, and its stunning impact on the creation of not only the historic Midwest bu

We welcome toddlers and their caregivers to join us every week for an exciting exploration of various toys and sensory materials.

No scary monsters here, only smiles as you easily paint your Frankenstein to life. All supplies included. 

Join us for a family movie afternoon, bring your refreshments, or enjoy light snacks. Registration is recommended.

This program is specially designed for children aged 3-5. Every week, children will have the opportunity to explore new books and engage in a fun craft project.

Join us for a viewing of The Help based on the National Bestselling book of the same title by author, Kathryn Stockett! 

Food, Drinks, and Dessert will be provided!