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Two kids building with blocks and program name, date and time

Everybody Builds: Lego, and More!

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Kids + Families

Age Group:

Youth, All Ages
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Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling builders of all sizes!

Join us for a building program that has something for everyone:

Book Discussion. Adults. Coffee Cake & Crime. Fri. June 6. 9:15 - 10:15 or 10:30-11:30. Richard Osman. We Solve Murders

CoffeeCake & Crime

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Book Discussion

Age Group:

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

This month we will read We Solve Murders by Richard Osman. Retired police officer Steve Wheeler is content with his quiet life in an English village.

Home and Garden. Adults. Tue. Jun. 10 6:30-8pm. Plant Foraging 101.

Plant Foraging 101

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Health + Wellness, Home + Garden

Age Group:

High School, Adult
Register Now
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: High School, Adult
Program Type: Health + Wellness, Home + Garden
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Kyla Muhammad of The Conservation Foundation to learn about the basics of plant foraging:

  • Identifying which plants are edible and have medicinal properties.

Mon. Jun. 16. 7-8:30pm. Know the Perks of Your FPLD Card

Know the Perks of Your Library Card

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Computers + Technology

Age Group:

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

Library cards aren't just for checking out books.

Arts and Crafts. Adults. Wed. Jun 18. 6-8pm. Vision Board Workshop: Summer Dreams

Vision Board Workshop: Summer Dreams

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Arts + Crafts, Health + Wellness

Age Group:

Adult
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Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Health + Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

The summer season marks a halfway point through the year as well as a time of renewal. This can be an ideal moment to take a pause and define what you really want out of your life.

Computers and Technology. Adults. Thue. Jun 19. 10-11am. Pronunciator: Personalized Language Courses

Pronunciator: Personalized Language Courses

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Computers + Technology

Age Group:

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

Pronunciator is a fun way to learn any of 315 languages (formerly 164!) with self-directed lessons, translations, multilingual chat, live teachers, movies, and music.

Arts and Crafts. Adults. Fri. 2-3:30pm. Jun 20 or 27. Procreate 101 for iPad. See our online calendar for details.

Procreate 101 for iPad

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Arts + Crafts

Age Group:

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

Unsure of where to start with your Procreate drawing program on your iPad? Have no fear! This class will provide tips and hands-on learning to help you begin making digital art with ease.

Movies, Games, and Trivia. Adults 18+. Tue. Jul. 22. 7-8:30pm. Trivia Night. Come solo or bring your team.

Trivia Night

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Movies, Games, + Trivia

Age Group:

High School, Adult
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Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: High School, Adult
Program Type: Movies, Games, + Trivia
Registration Required
Movies, Games and Trivia. Adults. Fri. Aug 8. 10am-12pm. Shuffle Squad: Pinochle

Shuffle Squad: Pinochle

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Health + Wellness, Movies, Games, + Trivia

Age Group:

Adult
Register Now
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health + Wellness, Movies, Games, + Trivia
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join this month’s Shuffle Squad to play Pinochle. Beginners are welcome. Sign up yourself or with a group of up to 4 players!

Registration is required. Register online or call Adult Services at 815.534.6173.

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Teen Volunteer Orientation (Gr. 6-112)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Middle School, High School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens who are interested in volunteering at the library must come to an orientation first. 

We will be going over volunteer requirements and answering questions. 

Motel Keychain (Gr. 6-12)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Middle School, High School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a keychain using the Glowforge.

Friday on the Green: Big Run Wolf Ranch

10:00am - 11:00am
Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Performance
Event Details:

Come see our friends from Big Run Wolf Ranch and learn about the animals they're bringing for a visit!

https://bigrunwolfranch.org/

Graphic Novel Book Club

7:00pm - 7:45pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Book Discussion, Kids + Families
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Graphic Novel Book Club! We talk about some amazing graphic novels for kids. 

This month we are reading Doodleville by Chad Sell.

Altoids Watercolor Palette (Gr. 6-12)

12:00pm - 1:15pm
Youth, Middle School, High School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take your painting on the go by making a DIY mini watercolor pallette. 

Friday on the Green: The BenAnna Band

10:00am - 11:00am
Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Performance
Event Details:

Move to the music with the BenAnna Band! 

https://www.benannaband.com/

Friday on the Green takes place at Breidert Green in Downtown Frankfort.

Art Heist Mystery (All Ages)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Study Room 5
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

While a famous painting was getting restored, it was stolen from the Archive Room. You, Detective, must find out who stole it and where they took the painting.

Art Heist Mystery (All Ages)

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Study Room 5
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

While a famous painting was getting restored, it was stolen from the Archive Room. You, Detective, must find out who stole it and where they took the painting.

Art Heist Mystery (All Ages)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Study Room 5
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

While a famous painting was getting restored, it was stolen from the Archive Room. You, Detective, must find out who stole it and where they took the painting.

Art Heist Mystery (All Ages)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Study Room 5
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

As a famous painting was getting restored, it was stolen from the Archive Room. You, Detective, must find out who stole it and where they took the painting.

Art Heist Mystery (All Ages)

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Study Room 5
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

While a famous painting was getting restored, it was stolen from the Archive Room. You, Detective, must find out who stole it and where they took the painting.

Art Heist Mystery (All Ages)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Study Room 5
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

While a famous painting was getting restored, it was stolen from the Archive Room. You, Detective, must find out who stole it and where they took the painting.

Art Heist Mystery (All Ages)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Study Room 5
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

As a famous painting was getting restored, it was stolen from the Archive Room. You, Detective, must find out who stole it and where they took the painting.

Art Heist Mystery (All Ages)

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Study Room 5
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

As a famous painting was getting restored, it was stolen from the Archive Room. You, Detective, must find out who stole it and where they took the painting.

Art Heist Mystery (All Ages)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Study Room 5
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

While a famous painting was getting restored, it was stolen from the Archive Room. You, Detective, must find out who stole it and where they took the painting.

Art Heist Mystery (All Ages)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Study Room 5
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

While a famous painting was getting restored, it was stolen from the Archive Room. You, Detective, must find out who stole it and where they took the painting.

Art Heist Mystery (All Ages)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Study Room 5
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

While a famous painting was getting restored, it was stolen from the Archive Room. You, Detective, must find out who stole it and where they took the painting.

Art Heist Mystery (All Ages)

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Study Room 5
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

While a famous painting was getting restored, it was stolen from the Archive Room. You, Detective, must find out who stole it and where they took the painting.

Friday on the Green: Science Heroes

10:00am - 11:00am
Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Performance
Event Details:

Turn science into an adventure with The Adventure of the Missing Color!

Teen Dungeons & Dragons (Gr. 6-8)

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Middle School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Teen
Registration Required
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.

Teen Advisory Board (Gr. 6-12)

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Middle School, High School
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!

Friday on the Green: Dinosaur Dimensions

10:00am - 11:00am
Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Performance
Event Details:

Our friend Curt Strutz is bringing his animatronic dinosaurs to the Green! Do you dare take a picture with a velociraptor?

https://dinosaurdimensions.com/

Teen Volunteer Orientation (Gr. 6-112)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Middle School, High School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens who are interested in volunteering at the library must come to an orientation first. This includes current volunteers as well. We will be going over volunteer requirements and answering questions. There will be forms to fill out.

NO FRIDAY ON THE GREEN - HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!

All Day
Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies + Toddlers, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, All Ages
Program Type: Kids + Families, Performance
Event Details:

Friday on the Green takes place at Breidert Green in Downtown Frankfort.

In the event of bad weather, the program will move to the Library, and priority is given to Frankfort cardholders.