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Glowforge Basics

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Glowforge software and laser cutting machine to create a simple acrylic keychain. All materials will be provided. This class is designed for patrons who hav...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Glowforge software and laser cutting machine to create a simple acrylic keychain. All materials will be provided.

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.

Glowforge Basics

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Glowforge software and laser cutting machine to create a simple acrylic keychain. All materials will be provided. This class is designed for patrons who hav...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Glowforge software and laser cutting machine to create a simple acrylic keychain. All materials will be provided.

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.

 

In-Person to Virtual

If public health guidelines become more restrictive it may be necessary to change this program from in-person to virtual.  If this should happen, patrons will be notified in advance and provided with a Zoom link to attend the virtual program.

yellow circle reads in black text Watch Party & Conversation. Red and black text reads an evening with James McBride. Black text reads Tuesday, February 4 at 7pm.

Watch Party with Author James McBride

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Authors + Writing, Humanities
Age Group:
High School, Adult
Event Details:

We’re hosting an in-person, livestream of Illinois Libraries Present’s virtual event with author James McBride. Immediately following the virtual event, we will have a brief c...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: High School, Adult
Program Type: Authors + Writing, Humanities
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

We’re hosting an in-person, livestream of Illinois Libraries Present’s virtual event with author James McBride. Immediately following the virtual event, we will have a brief conversation.

white text on blue background says Wednesday February 5, 2-3PM or 6;30- 7:30 PM. White text on awua background reads knitting basics cozy ear warmer. Picture of ear warmer with knitting needle. white text in orange circle reads part 2.

Knitting Basics: Cozy Ear Warmer Part 2

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn the basics of knitting and create a cozy ear warmer. This 2-session class is designed for brand-new knitters or patrons looking to refresh their knitting skills. All material...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn the basics of knitting and create a cozy ear warmer. This 2-session class is designed for brand-new knitters or patrons looking to refresh their knitting skills. All materials will be provided. 

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.

white text on blue background says Wednesday February 5, 2-3PM or 6;30- 7:30 PM. White text on awua background reads knitting basics cozy ear warmer. Picture of ear warmer with knitting needle. white text in orange circle reads part 2.

Knitting Basics: Cozy Ear Warmer Part 2

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn the basics of knitting and create a cozy ear warmer. This 2-session class is designed for brand-new knitters or patrons looking to refresh their knitting skills. All material...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn the basics of knitting and create a cozy ear warmer. This 2-session class is designed for brand-new knitters or patrons looking to refresh their knitting skills. All materials will be provided. 

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.

Sew Valentine Fortune Cookies

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Sew a set of fabric fortune cookies that are perfect for sending little messages to your Valentine! We will follow a free design created by Singer North America Ambassador Jessica ...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sew a set of fabric fortune cookies that are perfect for sending little messages to your Valentine! We will follow a free design created by Singer North America Ambassador Jessica Shaw. All materials will be provided.

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.

Sew Valentine Fortune Cookies

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Sew a set of fabric fortune cookies that are perfect for sending little messages to your Valentine! We will follow a free design created by Singer North America Ambassador Jessica ...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sew a set of fabric fortune cookies that are perfect for sending little messages to your Valentine! We will follow a free design created by Singer North America Ambassador Jessica Shaw. All materials will be provided.

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.

Sew Valentine Fortune Cookies

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts + Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Sew a set of fabric fortune cookies that are perfect for sending little messages to your Valentine! We will follow a free design created by Singer North America Ambassador Jessica ...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sew a set of fabric fortune cookies that are perfect for sending little messages to your Valentine! We will follow a free design created by Singer North America Ambassador Jessica Shaw. All materials will be provided.

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.

Black text reads coffee cake and crime. Book cover depicting a gray scale field with title in black text. The Searcher, Tana French. Above in black text says Friday, February 7, 9:15- 10:15 or 10:30- 11:30.

CoffeeCake & Crime

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:15am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This month we will read The Searcher by Tana French. After 25 years as a Chicago cop, Cal Hooper decided he needed a change. He just wants to build a new life in a pretty spot with...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

This month we will read The Searcher by Tana French. After 25 years as a Chicago cop, Cal Hooper decided he needed a change.

Black text reads coffee cake and crime. Book cover depicting a gray scale field with title in black text. The Searcher, Tana French. Above in black text says Friday, February 7, 9:15- 10:15 or 10:30- 11:30.

CoffeeCake & Crime

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This month we will read The Searcher by Tana French. After 25 years as a Chicago cop, Cal Hooper decided he needed a change. He just wants to build a new life in a pretty spot with...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This month we will read The Searcher by Tana French. After 25 years as a Chicago cop, Cal Hooper decided he needed a change.

Picture of owl with nonfiction at night in purple and white text. Picture of book cover with title Do I Know You. Author name Sadie Dingfelder. Above in black text Monday February 10, 7-8 PM.

Nonfiction at Night

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us to discuss Do I Know You?: A Faceblind Reporter’s Journey Into the Science of Sight, Memory, and Imagination by Sadie Dingfelder.When she reached her 40s, science journalis...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join us to discuss Do I Know You?: A Faceblind Reporter’s Journey Into the Science of Sight, Memory, and Imagination by Sadie Dingfelder.

In white text on purple background says Staying Mentally Fit Wits Workout. In white text on orange and purple background reads Tuesdays February 11 and 25 9:30- 10:30 AM or 11AM-12PM.

Staying Mentally Fit

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Health + Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Enjoy the company of other adults and engage your brain with fun mental enrichment including games, puzzles, and other activities that boost memory, reasoning, and other cognitive ...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health + Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Enjoy the company of other adults and engage your brain with fun mental enrichment including games, puzzles, and other activities that boost memory, reasoning, and other cognitive abilities.

 

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.

In white text on purple background says Staying Mentally Fit Wits Workout. In white text on orange and purple background reads Tuesdays February 11 and 25 9:30- 10:30 AM or 11AM-12PM.

Staying Mentally Fit

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Health + Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Enjoy the company of other adults and engage your brain with fun mental enrichment including games, puzzles, and other activities that boost memory, reasoning, and other cognitive ...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health + Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Enjoy the company of other adults and engage your brain with fun mental enrichment including games, puzzles, and other activities that boost memory, reasoning, and other cognitive abilities.

 

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.

White text reads mobile device one-to-one. In black text reads Wednesday, February 12, 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30.

Mobile Device One-to-One

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Have a question about using your mobile phone, tablet, or e-reader? Want assistance with using or managing your apps? We can help! Sign up for a 45-minute appointment.Please bring ...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Have a question about using your mobile phone, tablet, or e-reader? Want assistance with using or managing your apps? We can help! Sign up for a 45-minute appointment.

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.

White text reads mobile device one-to-one. In black text reads Wednesday, February 12, 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30.

Mobile Device One-to-One

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Have a question about using your mobile phone, tablet, or e-reader? Want assistance with using or managing your apps? We can help! Sign up for a 45-minute appointment.Please bring ...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Have a question about using your mobile phone, tablet, or e-reader? Want assistance with using or managing your apps? We can help! Sign up for a 45-minute appointment.

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.

 

White text reads mobile device one-to-one. In black text reads Wednesday, February 12, 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30.

Mobile Device One-to-One

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Have a question about using your mobile phone, tablet, or e-reader? Want assistance with using or managing your apps? We can help! Sign up for a 45-minute appointment.Please bring ...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Have a question about using your mobile phone, tablet, or e-reader? Want assistance with using or managing your apps? We can help! Sign up for a 45-minute appointment.

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.

 

White text reads Wednesday, February 12, 7-8:30 PM or Thursday, February 13, 10-11:30 AM. White text reads Exploring AI Art Together. Photo displays four picture of a boy in different digital art styles.

Exploring AI Art Together

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

What is AI Art? Attend this session to explore the world of art made with the help of artificial intelligence. We’ll discuss contemporary issues surrounding AI art, look at numerou...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

What is AI Art? Attend this session to explore the world of art made with the help of artificial intelligence. We’ll discuss contemporary issues surrounding AI art, look at numerous examples, and see how it works.

White text reads Wednesday, February 12, 7-8:30 PM or Thursday, February 13, 10-11:30 AM. White text reads Exploring AI Art Together. Photo displays four picture of a boy in different digital art styles.

Exploring AI Art Together

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

What is AI Art? Attend this session to explore the world of art made with the help of artificial intelligence. We’ll discuss contemporary issues surrounding AI art, look at numerou...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

What is AI Art? Attend this session to explore the world of art made with the help of artificial intelligence. We’ll discuss contemporary issues surrounding AI art, look at numerous examples, and see how it works.

3D Designs: Fingerboard. Grades 6-12. Thursday February 13, 6-8pm. Tinkercad in ROYGBIV letters. Picture of a 3d printed mini skateboard, blue filament.

3D Designs: Fingerboard (Gr. 6-12)

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Learn how to design a fingerboard fidget. We will be using TinkerCad to learn how to create 3D designs which will then be printed on our 3D printer.

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Learn how to design a fingerboard fidget. We will be using TinkerCad to learn how to create 3D designs which will then be printed on our 3D printer.

White text reads Monday, February 17, 10- 11:30 AM. White text says know the perks of your library card. Photo shows woman pointing to a Frankfort Library Card.

Know the Perks of Your Library Card

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Library cards aren't just for checking out books. Discover the unexpected perks of your Frankfort Public Library District card, like our digital content, online classes, museum pas...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Library cards aren't just for checking out books. Discover the unexpected perks of your Frankfort Public Library District card, like our digital content, online classes, museum passes, databases, and more.

White text reads Monday, February 17, 6-8 PM. White text reads Genealogy Lab. Photo depicts a family in old-fashioned clothing..

Genealogy Lab

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Dedicate time to research your family history in a friendly, community setting. You'll navigate some of the most powerful genealogical databases in the world such as Ancestry ...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Dedicate time to research your family history in a friendly, community setting.

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.

White text says Tuesday, February 18, 10-11 AM. White Text says How to Use Libby For E-Books. Photo depicts a close up of someone using the Libby App.

How to Use Libby for eBooks

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Computers + Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This class will cover the basics of how to log into Libby, set up your profile, and check out books and audiobooks. We’ll also review best practices for browsing and searching for ...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers + Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

This class will cover the basics of how to log into Libby, set up your profile, and check out books and audiobooks.

Black text says Tuesday, February 18, 1-2 PM. White text in colorful text boxes says Tuesdays with Friends. Photo of the book cover. Colorful sunset background. Title listed in black text as Horse. Author Geraldine Brooks.

Tuesdays With Friends

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This month we’ll discuss Horse by Geraldine Brooks. Spanning over a century, Geraldine Brooks tells a gripping story of the record-breaking thoroughbred, Lexington, who became...

Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

This month we’ll discuss Horse by Geraldine Brooks. 

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Friends of the Frankfort Public Library District

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Event Details:

This is a regular meeting of the Friends of the Frankfort Public Library District.

Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

This is a regular meeting of the Friends of the Frankfort Public Library District.