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Various shades of purple and pink form a background with a silhouette of a dragon. Next to the illustration is a Book cover for The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden.

Fall Into Fantasy

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Book Discussion

Age Group:

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

Let's talk about The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden.

Colored blocks spelling out Trivia Night.

Trivia Night

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Movies, Games, + Trivia

Age Group:

Adult
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movies, Games, + Trivia
Registration Required

February Blood Drive

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Community

Age Group:

High School, Adult
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: High School, Adult
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Every day more than 10,000 patients rely on the generosity of blood donors to survive. Just one blood donation can save up to 3 lives. Thank you for donating!

The book cover for Kill Your Darlings by Peter Swanson.

CoffeeCake & Crime

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Book Discussion

Age Group:

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

This month we will read Kill Your Darlings by Peter Swanson. 

The book cover for Black Moses: A Saga of Ambition and the Fight for a Black State by Caleb Gayle.

Nonfiction at Night

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Book Discussion

Age Group:

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

Join us to discuss Black Moses: A Saga of Ambition and the Fight for a Black State by Caleb Gayle.

Interface for the SculptGL software shows a circular image on a grid and a panel with tool options.

SculptGL Basics

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Computers + Technology

Age Group:

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

SculptGL is a free 3D sculpting tool usable in any web browser. This class will teach you the basics of organic digital sculpting for 3D printing designs.

Topics covered in this class include:

A deck of cards is fanned out.

Shuffle Squad

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Health + Wellness, Movies, Games, + Trivia

Age Group:

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

In this month’s Shuffle Squad you will have the opportunity to play Pinochle or, if you’re up for the challenge, Phase 10. Beginners are welcome. Sign up yourself or with a group of up to 4 players!

A cat is sitting on a cat scratcher tower surrounded by other cats.

Cat Adoption Day

Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Community

Age Group:

Adult
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Event Details:

We’re hosting two local shelters, NAWS & Lulu’s Locker Rescue. Staff and volunteers will have several cats for you to meet, interact with, and, hopefully, give them a forever home! 

A person is leaning on a table and looking at an open laptap.

Using Govtrack.us (Senior Planet)

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lab at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Computers + Technology, Senior Planet

Age Group:

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

GovtTrack.us is a website that simplifies the lawmaking process and makes information about federal legislation, Congress, and the White House more accessible.

Two people are sitting at a table and writing.

Creative Writing Meetup

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Frankfort Public Library District

Program Type:

Arts + Crafts, Authors + Writing

Age Group:

Adult
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Authors + Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come inside out of the cold! Join us for a get together where you can work on that in-progress novel while also in the presence of other like-minded writers. Fun prompts and exercises will jumpstart your creativity.

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Valentine's Cards for Seniors

11:00am–3:00pm
Youth, All Ages
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Community
Event Details:

Join our friends from the Spanish Community Center in Joliet and make Valentine's Cards for seniors in local nursing homes!

Zen Coloring

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Health + Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take some time for yourself today. Stop in, relax, and zen-out through the process of coloring. We will provide coloring pages, colored pencils, gel pens, and background music for a “zenful” experience.

Winter Jewelry

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn basic jewelry-making techniques and create custom pieces for the winter season. All materials will be provided.

Topics covered in this class will include:

Winter Jewelry

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn basic jewelry-making techniques and create custom pieces for the winter season. All materials will be provided.

Topics covered in this class will include:

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs and to ensure that everyone has a chance to participate, patrons who have attended this program in the last 12 months will be moved to the Waitlist.

 

Winter Jewelry

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn basic jewelry-making techniques and create custom pieces for the winter season. All materials will be provided.

Topics covered in this class will include:

Creativity Connections

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Health + Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a lighted winter tree scene that provides a gentle glow to add a little warmth for the cold season. No experience required. All materials are provided.

Egg Carton Graveyard

01/25/2026 @ 1:00pm–02/27/2026 @ 5:00pm
Youth, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Age Group: Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Register for a kit to make your own spooky scene. 

Bring it back to the library for our FebruSCARY display in honor of R.L. Stine. 

Patrons may also submit graveyards they made with supplies from home! 

Knit a Hat: Part 2

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Cancelled
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Expand your knitting skills and create a cozy winter hat. This 2-session class will introduce knitters who already know the basics to knitting in the round using circular needles. All materials will be provided. 

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs and to ensure that everyone has a chance to participate, patrons who have attended this program in the last 12 months will be moved to the Waitlist.

 

Glowforge Basics

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Registration Required
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 and to ensure that everyone has a chance to participate, patrons who have attended this program in the last 12 months will be moved to the Waitlist.

 

Silhouette Basics

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Design Studio software and smart cutting machines to create a simple vinyl window cling. All materials will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs and to ensure that everyone has a chance to participate, patrons who have attended this program in the last 12 months will be moved to the Waitlist.

 

Knitting 101

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of knitting and create a simple knit coaster. This single-session class is designed for brand-new knitters. All materials will be provided. 

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs and to ensure that everyone has a chance to participate, patrons who have attended this program in the last 12 months will be moved to the Waitlist.

 

Glowforge 1-to-1

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use our Glowforge laser cutter for your personal projects and get assistance from staff. Restrictions apply.

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs and to ensure that everyone has a chance to participate, patrons who have attended this program in the last 12 months will be moved to the Waitlist.

 

Glowforge 1-to-1

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use our Glowforge laser cutter for your personal projects and get assistance from staff. Restrictions apply.

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs and to ensure that everyone has a chance to participate, patrons who have attended this program in the last 12 months will be moved to the Waitlist.

 

Silhouette: Dive a Little Deeper

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is an intermediate level class where you will learn to utilize a combination of graphic design techniques to create a unique sticker design for a water bottle or travel mug.

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs and to ensure that everyone has a chance to participate, patrons who have attended this program in the last 12 months will be moved to the Waitlist.

 

Silhouette 1-to-1

4:30pm–5:30pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to create a custom greeting card or have an idea for a t-shirt iron-on? Need help designing a stencil or custom table cards for your next gathering? We can help! 

Silhouette 1-to-1

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to create a custom greeting card or have an idea for a t-shirt iron-on? Need help designing a stencil or custom table cards for your next gathering? We can help! 

Create a Watercolor Valentine Card

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dive into the world of watercolor with the talented Barb Stevens as your guide. You will learn basic brush strokes, how to transfer an image, and other techniques of applying watercolor to paper.

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.

Foil Design Greeting Cards

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to heat-transfer a foil design onto a greeting card using our Silhouette Smart Cutting Machine. All materials will be provided.

Topics covered in this class will include:

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs and to ensure that everyone has a chance to participate, patrons who have attended this program in the last 12 months will be moved to the Waitlist.

 

Foil Design Greeting Cards

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to heat-transfer a foil design onto a greeting card using our Silhouette Smart Cutting Machine. All materials will be provided.

Topics covered in this class will include:

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs and to ensure that everyone has a chance to participate, patrons who have attended this program in the last 12 months will be moved to the Waitlist.

 

Foil Design Greeting Cards

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to heat-transfer a foil design onto a greeting card using our Silhouette Smart Cutting Machine. All materials will be provided.

Topics covered in this class will include:

Disclaimer(s)

High Demand

Due to the popularity of our technology and art programs and to ensure that everyone has a chance to participate, patrons who have attended this program in the last 12 months will be moved to the Waitlist.

 

Poetry & Art Program

1:00pm–3:00pm
Youth, High School, All Ages
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, High School, All Ages
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Authors + Writing, Kids + Families
Event Details:

Drop in to the Youth Program Room to make an art project and create a poem. Different styles of art and poetry every month!

Creative Writing Meetup

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Authors + Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come inside out of the cold! Join us for a get together where you can work on that in-progress novel while also in the presence of other like-minded writers. Fun prompts and exercises will jumpstart your creativity.

Anime Craft Club (Gr. 6-12)

6:00pm–8:00pm
Youth, High School
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Youth, High School
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Movies, Games, + Trivia, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month we are learning how to make paper stars, decorating jars, and watching anime! 

Procreate 101 for iPad

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frankfort Public Library District
Room: Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts + Crafts, Computers + Technology
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.