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2023 Read Widely: Around the World

All Day 1/1 - 12/16
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:
Join us and challenge yourself to explore new titles or read something outside of your normal routine. The 2023 Read Widely challenge theme is Around the World. Our goal is to read titles that take us all over the globe–and maybe even some off-w...

2024 Youth and Teen Reading Challenges

All Day 9/1 - 6/11
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...

Community Wishing Tree

All Day 12/1 - 12/30
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community
Event Details:
The concept of wishing trees emerged around the world because trees are a universal symbol of hope, life, and resilience. They are found in many different cultures with varying rituals, but what they have in common is a place where people reconn...

Finals Care Package (Gr. 6-12)

All Day 12/11 - 12/21
Registration
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 43
Event Details:
Teens, need something to help with the stress of Finals week? Sign up to receive a care package make by the the Teen Advisory Board and the Teen Librarian! Inside will be some fidget toys, coloring pages, hot chocolate, and much more! Sign up to g...

Monday Movie Nights: The Muppets Christmas Carol

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Kids + Families, Movies, Games, + Trivia
Event Details:
Join us for a movie in the Youth Program Room. We will be playing The Muppets Christmas Carol! This is a walk-in event. ...

Nonfiction at Night

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:
Join us to discuss Battle of Ink and Ice: A Sensational Story of News Barons, North Pole Explorers, and the Making of Modern Media by Darrell Hartman In 1909 the world celebrated the announcement that an expedition led by Robert Cook and funded by...

Top Shelf Tuesdays

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
This month we’ll discuss Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Set in the 1960’s, we follow scientist Elizabeth Zott from unmarried, single mother to popular cooking show host. This debut is funny and uplifting. Please note: Spaces are limited...

Trivia Night

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movies, Games, + Trivia
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Trivia Night

Join the fun and test your niche knowledge at our Trivia Night! Single participants and teams of up to 4 are welcome.

Registration is required and each participant must be registered. Click on the "Add Another" button to register each player.

This program is intended for Adults (18+). 

Register online or call the Reference Desk at 815-534-6173.

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.

Gnome Ornaments

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Create a pair of adorable gnome ornaments to add a little winter cheer to your home. No experience is necessary. 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.

Gnome Ornaments

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Create a pair of adorable gnome ornaments to add a little winter cheer to your home. No experience is necessary. 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.

Gnome Ornaments

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:
Create a pair of adorable gnome ornaments to add a little winter cheer to your home. No experience is necessary. 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.

Teen Advisory Board (Gr. 6-12)

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Teen

Teen Advisory Board

Need volunteer hours for school, church, scouts, or just need something to do? Join the TAB and earn volunteer hours just for helping us out. Make a difference in your library! Get your voice heard.


Please visit our website to apply for the group: http://www.frankfortlibrary.org/teens/events-clubs/teen-advisory-board/. You may also call Mx. Christy at the library at 815-469-2423 if you have any questions. Please provide an e-mail address on your application as the group communicates through email!

Gnome Ornaments

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:
Create a pair of adorable gnome ornaments to add a little winter cheer to your home. No experience is necessary. 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.

Library Board of Trustees

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Program Type: Library Board of Trustees
Event Details:
This is a regular meeting of the Board of Trustees. Agendas are posted on our website no later than 48 hours before each board meeting. ...

Homeschool Hang-Out

10:00am - 11:30am
Registration
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Book Discussion, Kids + Families, Storytime, Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:
Join us for a winter-themed STEM project with Ms. Darnetta, a current homeschooling mom and our newest youth librarian! Please register and include in the notes area all family members who will attend so that our librarians can prepare for our gro...

Experience The Nutcracker at Home!

All Day 12/16 - 12/17
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:
Get in the spirit of the season with a recorded virtual performance of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker performed by the United Kingdom’s internationally renowned Royal Ballet. The ballet, a holiday staple for all ages, can be viewed Saturday, December 1...

The Velveteen Rabbit

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 79
Event Details:
Bright Star Touring Theatre is bringing The Velveteen Rabbit to the Library! Bring your favorite stuffed toy to watch the classic story of a beloved plaything. ...

Family Storytime at Night (All Ages)

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School
Program Type: Kids + Families
Event Details:
Hey, Night Owls! Bring your favorite adult to the library to enjoy bedtime stories, songs, and a fun take-home craft. ...

Tuesdays With Friends

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
This month we’ll discuss A Season of Gifts by Richard Peck. This nostalgic novel by Newbery winner Richard Peck follows the Barnhart family as they move to a new town and are given gifts by their eccentric elderly neighbor. Please note: Spaces ...

Holiday Happenings: Solstice

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School
Program Type: Kids + Families
Event Details:
Join us for a NEW series of programs all about the holidays! Each event will focus on a different seasonal celebration and feature different activities. ...

Building Closed for Christmas Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Frankfort Public Library District
Description:
The library building is closed, but our online collection is always available! Access eBooks and Digital Magazines from Axis360, Libby, and hoopla Use the SWAN app to request items  ...

Building Closed for Christmas Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Frankfort Public Library District
Description:
The library building is closed, but our online collection is always available! Access eBooks and Digital Magazines from Axis360, Libby, and hoopla Use the SWAN app to request items  ...

Holiday Happenings: Kwanzaa

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School
Program Type: Kids + Families
Event Details:
Join us for a NEW series of programs all about the holidays! Each event will focus on a different seasonal celebration and feature different activities. ...

Holiday Happenings: New Year

10:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School
Program Type: Kids + Families
Event Details:
Join us for a NEW series of programs all about the holidays! Each event will focus on a different seasonal celebration and feature different activities. ...