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Meet Me at the Mural - STEAM Lab

STEAM Activity at the Mural Site for ages 6-10
2021-06-24 13:00:00 2021-06-24 13:45:00 America/Chicago Meet Me at the Mural - STEAM Lab -

Thursday, June 24
1:00pm - 1:45pm

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Come outside to the Rockford Public Library mural site and enjoy some messy and colorful science experiments!

Reading colors your world this Summer at Rockford Public Library! 

Join Mrs. Heather at the Rockford Public Library mural site, 765 N. Madison St for some messy science. There will be some colorful chemical reactions so please dress accordingly in clothes you don't mind a little messy. We will be outside, so please be prepared for the weather. We're going to explore color mixing all while we play with baking soda and vinegar, cola and pop rocks, and more! This program is intended for ages 6-10. 

Masks are encouraged at all RPL programs. Due to capacity limits, registration is strongly encouraged, but walk ups are welcome as space allows. 

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¡Viva La Lotería!
Sat, Sep 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Montague - Connie Lane Room
Join us for ¡Viva la Loteria! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with games, prizes, and fun! Celebra el Mes de la Herencia Hispana con juegos, premios y diversión. ¡Viva la Lotería!
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Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Mon, Sep 28, 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.
Preschool Power Storytime
Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
Books, songs, rhymes, and crafts for children ages 3-5
Mobile Library Stop--Johnson Elementary School
Mon, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Johnson Elementary School
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Monday Night Madness
Mon, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Children's Event Space
Experienced gamers and newbies alike are welcome for a casual night of video games and making new friends. For ages 9 to 13 in the Tween Room!
Pokémon Club
Mon, Sep 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
East
Pokémon Club attendees can learn, play, and connect through the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) and other activities designed for their age range. *NOT a trading event
RPL Chess Club
Mon, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - WREX Classroom
Come play a relaxed game of chess at the library! Sets and boards provided, all skill levels welcome. We meet every other Monday night.
Mobile Library Stop--RVC Center for Learning in Retirement
Tue, Sep 29, 9:00am - 9:45am
RVC Center for Learning in Retirement
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Mini-Mobile Library Stop--Bilingual Storytime at Brooke Road
Tue, Sep 29, 9:45am - 10:30am
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Musical Munchkins
Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
Dance and sing the morning away at this active storytime for toddlers and preschoolers.
DigiLibrary Stop-Public Computer Time at Brooke Rd Community
Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Brooke Road Community Center
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Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Tue, Sep 29, 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.
Tunes & Tales Storytime
Tue, Sep 29, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Montague - Connie Lane Room
Join us for an active Storytime where we will read stories, sing songs, and have you up and dancing!
Pokémon Club
Tue, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Room 115B: Story Time
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DigiLibrary Stop-Public Computer Time at Spark Center
Tue, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Mobile Library Stop--Bloom Elementary School
Tue, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Bloom Elementary School
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Mini-Mobile Library Stop--Spark Center
Tue, Sep 29, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Spark Center
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Mobile Library Stop--11th Street Plaza
Tue, Sep 29, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
11th Street Shopping Plaza
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Book Folding
Tue, Sep 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - RPLF Teen Zone / Active Zone
Make some beautiful new decor out of old books! All materials provided.
Digital Detox Series: Lofi Landscapes
Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - WREX Classroom
“Come join us at the Rockford Public Library for art, coffee, and lofi-vibes. Illustrate your ideal landscape! No experience needed, all skill levels welcome. Supplies and Coffee provided!”
Evening Storytime
Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
East - Children's Area
Tuesday evening stories and music topped off with a little coloring time. This weekly storytime meets in the Children's Area. Will not meet 10/27, 11/17, 11/24, 12/15 (Polar Express), 12/22 and 12/29.
Neighborhood Storytime with the Mobile Library at Andersons
Wed, Sep 30, 9:00am - 9:45am
Anderson Japanese Gardens
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DigiLibrary Stop-Public Computer Time at Spark Center
Wed, Sep 30, 9:30am - 11:30am
Spark Center
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Babes and Books
Wed, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library
This interactive storytime for young children from birth to 24 months, focuses on their development, incorporating music, movement, and reading.
Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Wed, Sep 30, 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.
Stroller Social: an Hour for Community and Connection
Wed, Sep 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Room 115B: Story Time
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DigiLibrary Stop- Computer Class- NIAAA
Wed, Sep 30, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Northern Illinois Area Agency on Aging
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MINI-Mobile Library Stop--Brookview Elementary School
Wed, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Brookview Elementary School
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Game Development Workshop
Wed, Sep 30, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Nordlof Center - Walmart Computer Classroom
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Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Thu, Oct 01, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 01, 10:15am - 11:00am
East - Children's Area
Meet new friends, listen to stories and get moving in an interactive storytime that builds social and early literacy skills. Meets weekly except 10/29, 11/19, 11/26, 12/24, 12/31.
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Modeled Moments Spanish Storytime
Thu, Oct 01, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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Modeled Moments in Spanish! ¡Momentos modelados en español! Nos juntamos el primer jueves de cada mes. Enseñaremos a padres y cuidadores cómo brindar experiencias de aprendizaje para niños.
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Modeled Moments Spanish Storytime
Thu, Oct 01, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Montague Branch Library - Connie Lane Room
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Thu, Oct 01, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Montague - Connie Lane Room
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Thu, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
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Thu, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
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Thu, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Montague - Connie Lane Room
Test your general knowledge in a friendly game of trivia.
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Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Spring Creek UCC
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Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Fri, Oct 02, 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.
Crafternoons
Fri, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
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DigiLibrary Stop- Private Stop- Device Advice- The Terrace
Fri, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Fri, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
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Join us on the Terrace at Rockford Public Library for Fall ArtScene.
Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Sat, Oct 03, 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.
Name Change Clinic and Crafts with the LIAM Foundation
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Bad Bunny Fan Club
Sat, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Join us while we listen to music and make a Bad Bunny related craft! All Bad Bunny fans are welcome, but this event is geared towards ages 10+
Words Off The Wall
Sat, Oct 03, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Rooms 334, 335, & 336: Meetings Rooms A-C & 3rd Floor Terrace
Join us on the Terrace at Rockford Public Library for Fall ArtScene.
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