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2024 Youth and Teen Reading Challenges

All Day 9/1 - 6/11
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Kids + Families, Teen
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Participate in a 2024 youth reading challenge this school year! Monarch Award Challenge: For K-2nd graders. Read all 20 books on the list by the end of the school year and win a

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Book Discussion, Kids + Families, Teen
Event Details:
Participate in a 2024 youth reading challenge this school year! Monarch Award Challenge: For K-2nd graders. Read all 20 books on the list by the end of the school year and win a prize! Bluestem Award Challenge: For 3rd-5th graders. Read at...
Graphic of cocoa, popcorn and a book.

Teen Subscription Box - April

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Youth, High School
Event Details:

Registration opens April 1, 2024 Each month teens can enjoy a subscription box featuring a different genre. The box includes 2 books and 1 DVD, along with a treat (popcorn, hot

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Age Group: Youth, High School
Program Type: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:
Registration opens April 1, 2024 Each month teens can enjoy a subscription box featuring a different genre. The box includes 2 books and 1 DVD, along with a treat (popcorn, hot cocoa, tea, etc.) Registration is open for the first three weeks of...
Three racially diverse kids smiling and the National Parks emblem.

National Park Family Trivia

Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Kids + Families, Movies, Games, + Trivia, Teen
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Join the fun and test your National Park knowledge at Family Trivia! Teams should be comprised of at least one adult and one child, 18 or younger. Max 4 people (adults, children) p

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Kids + Families, Movies, Games, + Trivia, Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:
Join the fun and test your National Park knowledge at Family Trivia! Teams should be comprised of at least one adult and one child, 18 or younger. Max 4 people (adults, children) per team.  Registration is required and each participant must b...

Disclaimer(s)

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

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2s & 3s Storytime

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Kids + Families, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Babies + Toddlers
Event Details:

We invite children ages 2 and 3 along with their grown-ups to participate in an active and engaging storytime session. We'll read books, sing, move and more! 

Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers
Program Type: Kids + Families, Storytime
Event Details:
We invite children ages 2 and 3 along with their grown-ups to participate in an active and engaging storytime session. We'll read books, sing, move and more!  ...
photograph of two women smiling, one is wearing a long-sleeved blue shirt and is standing behind and hugging the woman who is seated

Living With Alzheimer's For Caregivers: Middle Stage

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Health + Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

In the middle stage of Alzheimer’s disease, those who were care partners now become hands-on caregivers. Join us for this 3-part series from the Alzheimer's Association and hear ca

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health + Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:
In the middle stage of Alzheimer’s disease, those who were care partners now become hands-on caregivers. Join us for this 3-part series from the Alzheimer's Association and hear caregivers and professionals discuss helpful strategies to provide safe,...
Small child with dark hair sits alone reading a large book.

Wee Ones Storytime

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Kids + Families, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Babies + Toddlers
Event Details:

Little ones from birth-2 years and their adult caregivers are invited to share simple stories, songs, rhymes, and time for play! Registration is not required for this program.

Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers
Program Type: Kids + Families, Storytime
Event Details:
Little ones from birth-2 years and their adult caregivers are invited to share simple stories, songs, rhymes, and time for play! Registration is not required for this program. ...
A small group of racially diverse children sit on the floor with their attention directed toward an adult, whose back is to the camera.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Kids + Families, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Babies + Toddlers
Event Details:

Calling all preschoolers! Bring your favorite adult to the library to enjoy stories, songs and rhymes. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers
Program Type: Kids + Families, Storytime
Event Details:
Calling all preschoolers! Bring your favorite adult to the library to enjoy stories, songs and rhymes. Registration is not required. ...

Teen Dungeons & Dragons (Gr. 6-12)

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Want to try your hand at rolling dice and being a fantasy hero? Join our merry band of adventurers on a quest in the seminal table top role playing game Dungeons & Dragons. No

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:
Want to try your hand at rolling dice and being a fantasy hero? Join our merry band of adventurers on a quest in the seminal table top role playing game Dungeons & Dragons. No experience or equipment needed. This program is intended for grades...
Small child with dark hair sits alone reading a large book.

Wee Ones Storytime

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Kids + Families, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Babies + Toddlers
Event Details:

Little ones from birth-2 years and their adult caregivers are invited to share simple stories, songs, rhymes, and time for play! Registration is not required for this program.

Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers
Program Type: Kids + Families, Storytime
Event Details:
Little ones from birth-2 years and their adult caregivers are invited to share simple stories, songs, rhymes, and time for play! Registration is not required for this program. ...
A small group of racially diverse children sit on the floor with their attention directed toward an adult, whose back is to the camera.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Kids + Families, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Babies + Toddlers
Event Details:

Calling all preschoolers! Bring your favorite adult to the library to enjoy stories, songs and rhymes. Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers
Program Type: Kids + Families, Storytime
Event Details:
Calling all preschoolers! Bring your favorite adult to the library to enjoy stories, songs and rhymes. Registration is not required. ...

Disney/Pixar Movie Night - Elemental

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 6:45pm - 8:15pm
Youth Services Program Room at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Kids + Families, Movies, Games, + Trivia
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Kids will enjoy the movie Elemental & calming kits as the adults participate in the Executive Functioning workshop. Patrons not participating in the Executive Functioning wo

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Kids + Families, Movies, Games, + Trivia
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:
Kids will enjoy the movie Elemental & calming kits as the adults participate in the Executive Functioning workshop. Patrons not participating in the Executive Functioning workshop are welcome as well! ...
A cartoon drawing of a human brain with pencil and pen doodles around it.

Executive Functioning Workshop for Parents & Teens - Part 2

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Meeting Room A at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Health + Wellness, Kids + Families, Teen
Age Group:
Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Parents & Teens: Do you struggle switching between tasks? Trouble organizing or where to start? Please Join our presenter Therese Hayes-Jackson, BCBA for a two part "Executive

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Health + Wellness, Kids + Families, Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:
Parents & Teens: Do you struggle switching between tasks? Trouble organizing or where to start? Please Join our presenter Therese Hayes-Jackson, BCBA for a two part "Executive Functioning" mini series on 4/24/24 & 5/1/24. We'll investiga...
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Microsoft Excel: Working With Tables

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This 90-minute class will help you to learn to create and format tables in Microsoft Excel. This class will cover the following topics: Sorting and filtering items in a list.

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers + Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:
This 90-minute class will help you to learn to create and format tables in Microsoft Excel. This class will cover the following topics: Sorting and filtering items in a list. Creating and formatting tables. Creating and formatting pivot tab...

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs, registration for this class is limited to once every other offering of the class to ensure that everyone gets a chance to participate. Please register for only one time slot. Thank you.

 

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

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A Little Sensory Hour

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Youth Services Program Room at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Kids + Families
Age Group:
Youth, Babies + Toddlers
Event Details:

Join us for a sensory time with other caregivers and their littles! Each week we'll explore something new with an emphasis on fine motor skills. Please note, this is a new forma

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers
Program Type: Kids + Families
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:
Join us for a sensory time with other caregivers and their littles! Each week we'll explore something new with an emphasis on fine motor skills. Please note, this is a new format for this weekly gathering. Registration is required due to the proje...

Disclaimer(s)

Family Registration

Please register as a family and note the number of people (adults and children) in your group in the space provided.

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

image of a smartphone. to the left is the android logo in green

Mobile Device Basics: Android

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This 90-minute class will help you to learn the basics of operating a mobile device (phone or tablet) that uses an Android operating system. Patrons should bring their device with

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers + Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:
This 90-minute class will help you to learn the basics of operating a mobile device (phone or tablet) that uses an Android operating system. Patrons should bring their device with them to the class.   This class will cover the following ...

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs, registration for this class is limited to once every other offering of the class to ensure that everyone gets a chance to participate. Please register for only one time slot. Thank you.

 

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

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The National Park Service in Our Region: Places to Experience Our Cultural History

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Humanities
Age Group:
High School, Adult
Event Details:

While the popular images of the National Park Service (NPS) often focus on the spectacular scenic sites in the American West or nationally significant historic sites in the eastern

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: High School, Adult
Program Type: Humanities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:
While the popular images of the National Park Service (NPS) often focus on the spectacular scenic sites in the American West or nationally significant historic sites in the eastern U.S., the NPS has a meaningful presence in Illinois and its surroundi...
image of a coastline. white text reads The Dead Won't Tell

CoffeeCake & Crime

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us this month for our discussion of The Dead Won't Tell by S.K. Waters. Abbie Adams, historian-turned-journalist, is hired to investigate a cold-case murder from 1969. Soo

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:
Join us this month for our discussion of The Dead Won't Tell by S.K. Waters. Abbie Adams, historian-turned-journalist, is hired to investigate a cold-case murder from 1969. Soon after researching the case, she realizes that a faculty advisor who ...
photograph of yellow and white bird on a tree

Mindful Nature Walk & Birding

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Offsite at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Health + Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us for a gentle walk in nature where you can rejuvenate through mindful observation. This month's Mindful Nature Walk will stroll along the woodland trail within the Hickory C

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health + Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:
Join us for a gentle walk in nature where you can rejuvenate through mindful observation. This month's Mindful Nature Walk will stroll along the woodland trail within the Hickory Creek LaPorte Road Forest Preserve located off of LaPorte Road in Moken...

Disclaimer(s)

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

photograph of two women smiling, one is wearing a long-sleeved blue shirt and is standing behind and hugging the woman who is seated

Living With Alzheimer's For Caregivers: Middle Stage

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Health + Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

In the middle stage of Alzheimer’s disease, those who were care partners now become hands-on caregivers. Join us for this 3-part series from the Alzheimer's Association and hear ca

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health + Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:
In the middle stage of Alzheimer’s disease, those who were care partners now become hands-on caregivers. Join us for this 3-part series from the Alzheimer's Association and hear caregivers and professionals discuss helpful strategies to provide safe,...
several skeins of yarn in purple, blue, green, yellow, orange, and red colors. below is a purple crocheted bookmark

Crochet a Daisy Bookmark

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn to crochet a Daisy Bookmark. All materials will be provided and no experience is necessary.  Please note: Spaces are limited. Registration is required.

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Learn to crochet a Daisy Bookmark. All materials will be provided and no experience is necessary.  Please note: Spaces are limited. Registration is required. ...

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs, registration for this class is limited to once every other offering of the class to ensure that everyone gets a chance to participate. Please register for only one time slot. Thank you.

 

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

several skeins of yarn in purple, blue, green, yellow, orange, and red colors. below is a purple crocheted bookmark

Crochet a Daisy Bookmark

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn to crochet a Daisy Bookmark. All materials will be provided and no experience is necessary.  Please note: Spaces are limited. Registration is required. 

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Learn to crochet a Daisy Bookmark. All materials will be provided and no experience is necessary.  Please note: Spaces are limited. Registration is required.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs, registration for this class is limited to once every other offering of the class to ensure that everyone gets a chance to participate. Please register for only one time slot. Thank you.

 

Non-FPLD Registration

NON-FPLD cardholders will be placed on the Pending Waitlist and will be moved to the Main Registration List no earlier than 7 days prior to the event if seats are available.

image of the Lunar Gateway Space Station. background is the sky and stars

Space Stations

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Community, Computers + Technology, Humanities
Age Group:
High School, Adult
Event Details:

Past, Present and Future- Since humans first gazed towards the heavens, they have dreamed of one day living in space. Join NASA Solar System Ambassador James Joel Knapper as he hig

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: High School, Adult
Program Type: Community, Computers + Technology, Humanities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:
Past, Present and Future- Since humans first gazed towards the heavens, they have dreamed of one day living in space. Join NASA Solar System Ambassador James Joel Knapper as he highlights several of the space stations of fact and fiction; from "The B...
photograph of the actor Kal Penn, wearing a blue jacket and light blue shirt. underneath is text reading The Many Lives of Kal Penn Tue., May 7, 7pm

The Many Lives of Kal Penn

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Authors + Writing, Humanities
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Register for this virtual event here: bit.ly/ILP_KalPenn. Kal Penn (kalpenn.com) is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of P

Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Authors + Writing, Humanities
Event Details:
Register for this virtual event here: bit.ly/ILP_KalPenn. Kal Penn (kalpenn.com) is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement. He is known for his starring roles in Designated Sur...
photograph of Kal Penn wearing a jacket. yellow circle has black text that reads Watch Party & Conversation

The Many Lives of Kal Penn: Watch Party & Conversation

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Authors + Writing
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

We’re hosting an in-person, livestream of the Illinois Libraries Present’s virtual event with Kal Penn. Immediately following the virtual event, we will have a brief conversat

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Authors + Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
We’re hosting an in-person, livestream of the Illinois Libraries Present’s virtual event with Kal Penn. Immediately following the virtual event, we will have a brief conversation. Register online or call the Adult Services at 815-534-6173. ...