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Midday Movie: The Great Outdoors (1988)
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Southwest
Southwest Activities Room AB
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Film Screening
Description
Every Thursday afternoon come see movie screenings of highly rated newer releases and nostalgic throwback favorites. During the summer, we will be showing themed movies for monthly film festivals!...
Magic: The Gathering
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Northside
Northside Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Everyone, Teen,
Program Type: Club
Description
Looking for a place to play Magic: The Gathering? So are we! Come join us for a few hours of the world’s first (and still most popular) trading card game. All experience levels are welcome....
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Politics and Military Actions Book Club
9:15am - 11:15am
Southwest
Southwest Activities Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Description
This book club is designed for those interested in politics, political leaders, and military actions. Each month will have a different topic to read about and discuss....
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Coffee and Canvas
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Southwest
Southwest Activities Room AB
Age Group: Adult, Teen,
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description
Join us for an indoor plant-themed painting class with local artist, Kelly Witte! We will provide the coffee, canvas, and painting supplies and Kelly will lead you through the process to make a special work of art....
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How to Write an Effective Cover Letter
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Uptown
Uptown Computers
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Class, Workshop,
Description
Writing a persuasive cover letter for a job application can almost be as stressful as the interview!...
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Midday Movie: Moonrise Kingdom (2012)
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Southwest
Southwest Activities Room AB
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Film Screening
Description
Every Thursday afternoon come see movie screenings of highly rated newer releases and nostalgic throwback favorites. During the summer, we will be showing themed movies for monthly film festivals!...
Old Weird America: The Lonely Doll
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside
Northside Activities Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lecture
Description
Join historian Cathy Polovina as she follows her curiosity and explores "Old Weird America," to look a bit closer at a variety of adventurous, innovative, and unusual characters throughout American history....
Game Club
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Southwest
Southwest Atrium
Age Group: Adult, Teen,
Program Type: Club
Description
Do you enjoy board, card, and dice games? Try CATAN, TICKET TO RIDE, or CODENAMES. Interested in role-playing games? Be a hero in the worlds of DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, STAR WARS, and STAR TREK. Bring a favorite game or play one of ours....
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Dementia 101
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Southwest
Southwest Activities Room AB
Age Group: Adult
Description
If you care about someone with dementia, this class will help you learn the differences between normal memory loss, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia.
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Behind the Scenes Tour of the Simmons Library
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Simmons
Age Group: Adult, Everyone,
Program Type: Open House
Description
Enjoy a peek behind the scenes of our local historic treasure: Simmons Library! Learn about Zalmon Simmons, Daniel H. Burnham, and the history of this beautiful building. This tour involves significant stair climbing....
Dementia Live
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Southwest
Southwest Activities Room AB
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description
Simulating dementia and sensory loss, this activity builds a real life imitation of what it is like to live with dementia. Small groups will move through the activity approx. every 30 minutes.
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Adult Coloring Group
10:00am - 11:00am
Uptown
Uptown Fireplace
Age Group: Adult, Everyone,
Program Type: Craft
Description
Coloring generates wellness, quietness, and also stimulates brain areas related to motor skills, the senses, and creativity. We’ll supply everything you need: coloring pages and books for adults, with a variety of coloring utensils.
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Mystery Lovers' Book Club
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside
Northside Activities Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Description
Do you love a good mystery? Join us to discuss what murder mysteries you’ve been reading, learn about new authors, or just come listen. No specific books are designated to read!
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Social Justice Book Club
12:30pm - 2:00pm
Northside
Northside Activities Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Description
This book club meets to explore books about race, gender, immigration, poverty, and criminal justice issues. It is intended to give readers the opportunity to explore current social issues more deeply....
Call-In Book Club
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Offsite
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Description
If you have a hard time getting out of the house, try this unique book club for people age 60 or better. Just call in to hear the whole group!...
KPL Board of Trustees Meeting
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside
Northside Activities Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Meeting
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How to Write an Effective Cover Letter
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Southwest
Southwest Activities Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Class, Workshop,
Description
Writing a persuasive cover letter for a job application can almost be as stressful as the interview!...
Foster Care 101
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside
Northside Activities Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lecture, Meeting,
Description
Children are in desperate need of safe and loving homes where they can stay until their families are able to take care of them again....
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Midday Movie: On Golden Pond (1981)
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Southwest
Southwest Activities Room AB
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Film Screening
Description
Every Thursday afternoon come see movie screenings of highly rated newer releases and nostalgic throwback favorites. During the summer, we will be showing themed movies for monthly film festivals!...
Free Blood Pressure/Bone Density Screenings
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Southwest
Southwest Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Special Event
Description
Prioritize your health and stop by your friendly neighborhood library for a free blood pressure screening and/or a bone density screening, provided by Aurora Health Care. Screenings will be conducted 1-2 people at a time.
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In the Making: Homemade Bird Feeders
5:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside
Northside Activities Room A
Age Group: Adult, Teen,
Program Type: Craft
Description
Let’s make ALL the things! Come on out to DIY, chat, and reap the many benefits of crafting - stress relief, dexterity, and a sense of accomplishment, not to mention having something to take home with you....
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Novels at Night Book Club
6:00pm - 6:45pm
Southwest
Southwest Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Description
The first rule of Book Club is: tell everyone about Book Club! We meet monthly to talk about an edgy contemporary novel that is slightly off the beaten path. This group is genre fluid and will choose fun and challenging authors and subjects....
Adult Coloring Group
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Southwest
Southwest Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Everyone,
Program Type: Club, Craft,
Description
Coloring generates wellness, quietness, and also stimulates brain areas related to motor skills, the senses, and creativity. We’ll supply everything you need: coloring pages and books for adults, with a variety of coloring utensils.
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Social Justice Book Club
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Northside
Northside Activities Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Description
This book club meets to explore books about race, gender, immigration, poverty, and criminal justice issues. It is intended to give readers the opportunity to explore current social issues more deeply....
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Afternoon Coffee Break Book Club
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside
Northside Activities Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Description
Join us for this monthly book club featuring great contemporary novels, along with thoughtful, candid discussion, and refreshments, too!...
Free Blood Pressure Screenings
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Northside
Northside Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Special Event
Description
Prioritize your health and stop by your friendly neighborhood library for a free blood pressure screening and/or a bone density screening, provided by Aurora Health Care. Screenings will be conducted 1-2 people at a time....
Chess Night
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Southwest
Southwest Atrium
Age Group: Adult, Everyone,
Program Type: Club
Description
Play chess in the company of fellow enthusiasts and the Kenosha Chess Association! Everyone is welcome: beginners to experts of all ages (kids under 9 must be accompanied by an adult). Bring your own chess set or use one of ours....
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Midday Movie: A River Runs Through It (1992)
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Southwest
Southwest Activities Room AB
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Film Screening
Description
Every Thursday afternoon come see movie screenings of highly rated newer releases and nostalgic throwback favorites. During the summer, we will be showing themed movies for monthly film festivals!...
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Plan Your Next Vacation Online
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Southwest
Southwest Activities Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Lecture, Technology Class,
Description
Planning your vacation should not leave you needing a vacation! Come and learn ways to help make your getaway planning less stressful....
Fantasy/SciFi Book Club
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Southwest
Southwest Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Description
Come talk with people who love fantasy and science fiction as much as you do! Tell us what you’ve been reading and discover other titles and authors. No specific books are designated to read.
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Game Club
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Uptown
Uptown Fireplace
Age Group: Adult, Teen,
Program Type: Club
Description
Do you enjoy board, card, and dice games? Try CATAN, TICKET TO RIDE, or CODENAMES. Interested in role-playing games? Be a hero in the worlds of DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, STAR WARS, and STAR TREK. Bring a favorite game or play one of ours....
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Classic Novels Book Club
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside
Northside Activities Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Description
What defines a classic novel? Is it time, quality, or that indefinable something that makes us want to read a book over and over?...
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Midday Movie: The Biggest Little Farm (2019)
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Southwest
Southwest Activities Room AB
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Film Screening
Description
Every Thursday afternoon come see movie screenings of highly rated newer releases and nostalgic throwback favorites. During the summer, we will be showing themed movies for monthly film festivals!...
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SOCIAL JUSTICE SATURDAY - Get Out (2017)
5:30pm - 8:00pm
Southwest
Southwest Activities Room B
Age Group: Adult, Teen,
Program Type: Film Screening
Description
Social Justice Saturdays: Attend critically-acclaimed movies about social justice and enjoy some snacks. Afterwards, discuss and address issues in the world and within our own community....
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