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Meet Me at the Mural - Preschool Storytime

Storytime at the Mural Every Monday Morning in June
2021-06-21 10:00:00 2021-06-21 11:00:00 America/Chicago Meet Me at the Mural - Preschool Storytime -

Monday, June 21
10:00am - 11:00am

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Storytime and art at the Mural for children ages 3-6

Do you know that in addition to French fries, potatoes make great art supplies?  Come to this program to decorate your very own art smock with potato prints.  We'll also read a funny book about a mutant potato called Rot, The Cutest in the World! by Ben Clanton.  Be prepared to get paint-splattered, so dress for the mess!  This event is held outdoors at the Rockford Public Library Mural, located at 765 N. Madison Street, so prepare for the weather.  Masks are recommended at all in-person events.  Spaces are limited -- so register to reserve your spot! 

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Tue, Oct 06, 9:45am - 10:30am
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Pumpkin Decorating Contest
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Design and decorate a pumpkin (w/out carving, cutting, or poking holes) based on a favorite book character. Drop off at East Branch. For complete rules see more or pick up instructions at East Branch.
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Tue, Oct 06, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Montague - Connie Lane Room
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Tue, Oct 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm
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Tue, Oct 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
East - Friends of RPL Community Room
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Tue, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
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Wed, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
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Main Library - RPLF Teen Zone / Active Zone
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Wed, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
East - Friends of RPL Community Room
Craving some company and conversation while you work your fiber craft? Bring your current project/supplies for some social stitching. All levels. Meets the first nonholiday Wednesday of each month.
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Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 7:45pm
East
Design and decorate a pumpkin (w/out carving, cutting, or poking holes) based on a favorite book character. Drop off at East Branch. For complete rules see more or pick up instructions at East Branch.
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East - Children's Area
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Montague - Connie Lane Room
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Main Library - Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
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Thu, Oct 08, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Montessori at Marsh
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Thu, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Room 208: Maker Activity B
Learn how to use the library's sewing machines in this introductory class. Space is limited; registration suggested
This event is full
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Thu, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Nordlof Center - J.R. Sullivan Theater
A film series celebrating 250 years of American independence.
Cancelled
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Thu, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Montague
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Spring Creek UCC
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Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 5:45pm
East
Design and decorate a pumpkin (w/out carving, cutting, or poking holes) based on a favorite book character. Drop off at East Branch. For complete rules see more or pick up instructions at East Branch.
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Main Library - Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
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Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 5:45pm
East
Design and decorate a pumpkin (w/out carving, cutting, or poking holes) based on a favorite book character. Drop off at East Branch. For complete rules see more or pick up instructions at East Branch.
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Main Library - Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
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This event is full
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