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Coffee Talk! with Alex Kirchner

Coffee and Conversation with Alex Kirchner
2018-07-13 11:30:00 2018-07-13 12:30:00 America/Chicago Coffee Talk! with Alex Kirchner - Program Room

Friday, July 13
11:30am - 12:30pm

Add to Calendar 2018-07-13 11:30:00 2018-07-13 12:30:00 America/Chicago Coffee Talk! with Alex Kirchner Coffee and Conversation with WREX's Weather Authority Alex Kirchner. - Program Room

Program Room

Coffee and Conversation with WREX's Weather Authority Alex Kirchner.

Join us for coffee and conversation with WREX's Weather Authority Meteorologist Alex Kirchner.  Alex will be chatting with us and sharing weird weather stories in honor of Friday the 13th! Coffee and doughnuts will be served.

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Craft Supply Swap Donations Accepted
Wed, Apr 01, All day
Main Library
Bring in your extra craft supplies for RPL's 2026 Craft Swap! RPL staff will accept donations of craft supplies that are in good shape to the Main Library from March 1st to April 10th.
Storytime with the Mobile Library at Spring Creek Church
Wed, Apr 01, 9:00am - 9:45am
Spring Creek Church
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
DigiLibrary Stop-PRIVATE STOP--Carpenter's Place
Wed, Apr 01, 9:30am - 11:30am
Carpnter's Place
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's DigiLibrary.
Babes and Books
Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Event Space
This interactive storytime for young children from birth to 24 months, focuses on their development, incorporating music, movement, and reading.
Mobile Library Stop-PRIVATE STOP-River Bluff Nursing Center
Wed, Apr 01, 10:15am - 11:00am
River Bluff Nursing Home
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Mobile Library Stop--Rockford Shopping Plaza
Wed, Apr 01, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Rockford Shopping Plaza
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DigiLibrary Stop- Computer Class- NIAA
Wed, Apr 01, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's DigiLibrary.
April Fool's Day Fun!
Wed, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Room 115B: Story Time
Celebrate April Fool's Day During Spring Break
Off the Keychain!
Wed, Apr 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - RPLF Teen Zone / Active Zone
Design your own keychain at RPL.
Mobile Library Stop--Rockford Lutheran Jr/Sr High Families
Wed, Apr 01, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Rockford Lutheran Jr/Sr High
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Build Your Own Collage Bookmark
Wed, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Montague - Connie Lane Room
Want to create something fun over spring break? Join us for evening of collaging to design your new favorite bookmark. Registration is suggested by not required.
Mobile Library Stop--Booker Washington Center
Wed, Apr 01, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Library
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
It's a Stitch!
Wed, Apr 01, 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.
Game Development Workshop
Wed, Apr 01, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Nordlof Center - Walmart Computer Classroom
Start making games today! Attend RPL's game development workshop to gain knowledge on a broad set of skills designed to teach you how to start designing and connect with other game developers locally.
Craft Supply Swap Donations Accepted
Thu, Apr 02, All day
Main Library
Bring in your extra craft supplies for RPL's 2026 Craft Swap! RPL staff will accept donations of craft supplies that are in good shape to the Main Library from March 1st to April 10th.
DigiLibrary Stop-PRIVATE STOP-Kindercare Daycare
Thu, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kindercare
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
MAKE/PAINT Clay Creations (Ages 3 - 7)
Thu, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
East - Friends of RPL Community Room
A 2-part class. By registering, you're agreeing to attend both sessions. Please list each child's name in the session matching their age range. Limit 15.
This event is full
Mobile Library Stop-PRIVATE STOP-Trinity Lutheran Daycare
Thu, Apr 02, 10:15am - 11:00am
Trinity Lutheran Daycare
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Cancelled
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Apr 02, 10:15am - 11:00am
East
Meet new friends, listen to stories & get moving in this interactive storytime designed to build social & early literacy skills. Meets weekly in Children's Area.
Modeled Moments Spanish Storytime
Thu, Apr 02, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Montague - Children's Area
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.
Cuentame un cuento
Thu, Apr 02, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Montague - Connie Lane Room
Unete con nosotros para un tiempo de cuentos, canciones y arte en español. Edades 2-5 Join us for story time in spanish, songs and art. Ages 2-5
Modeled Moments Spanish Storytime
Thu, Apr 02, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Montague Branch Library - Connie Lane Room
Modeled Moments in Spanish! El propósito de la hora del cuento interactiva es enseñar a los padres y cuidadores cómo brindar experiencias de aprendizaje para niños de alta calidad.
MAKE/PAINT Clay Creations (Ages 8 - 12)
Thu, Apr 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
East - Friends of RPL Community Room
A 2-part class. By registering, you're agreeing to attend both sessions. Please list each child's name in the session matching their age range. Limit 15.
This event is full
Scrap Garden Collage
Thu, Apr 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Room 115B: Story Time
This Spring Break, dig through some of our scrap papers to make a recycled garden collage!
Mobile Library Stop--Rockford Career College
Thu, Apr 02, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Rockford Career College
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
DigiLibrary Stop-PRIVATE STOP-Stepping Stones Computer Class
Thu, Apr 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Stepping Stones of Rockford
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Manga Madness
Thu, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - RPLF Teen Zone / Active Zone
Which manga is the best manga?
Mobile Library Stop--Conklin Elementary School
Thu, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Conklin Elementary School
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Mobile Library Stop--Northwest Community Center
Thu, Apr 02, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Northwest Community Center
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
250th Anniversary Film Series
Thu, Apr 02, 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Nordlof Center - J.R. Sullivan Theater
A film series celebrating 250 years of American independence.
Craft Supply Swap Donations Accepted
Fri, Apr 03, All day
Main Library
Bring in your extra craft supplies for RPL's 2026 Craft Swap! RPL staff will accept donations of craft supplies that are in good shape to the Main Library from March 1st to April 10th.
Mobile Library Stop--Open Arms Early Childhood Center
Fri, Apr 03, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Arms Early Childhood Center
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
DigiLibrary Stop-Computer Class- Washington Park Center
Fri, Apr 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Washington Park Community Center
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's DigiLibrary.
Mobile Library Stop--Roosevelt Community Education Center
Fri, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Roosevelt Community Education Center
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Pajama Party Storytime
Fri, Apr 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
Join Rockford Public Library for a cozy storytime! Bring your stuffies and wear your favorite PJ's to this fun event.
Stick 'Em Up!
Fri, Apr 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - RPLF Teen Zone / Active Zone
Make some buttons with our machine to show off when you go back to school on Monday!
Craft Supply Swap Donations Accepted
Sat, Apr 04, All day
Main Library
Bring in your extra craft supplies for RPL's 2026 Craft Swap! RPL staff will accept donations of craft supplies that are in good shape to the Main Library from March 1st to April 10th.
"Where Do We Go From Here?"
Sat, Apr 04, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Nordlof Center - J.R. Sullivan Theater
Presented by Tommy Meeks and RPL
Collage Station
Sat, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - RPLF Teen Zone / Active Zone
A low-pressure time to express your creativity before spring break ends.
Open Art Studio
Sat, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
Spend some time making a craft or art project that speaks to you! We will have a variety of tools and media available for young artists to make a masterpiece with.
Family Lotería
Sat, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Montague - Connie Lane Room
Join us for Family Lotería, a traditional Mexican bingo-style game full of colorful cards, fun, and prizes! Everyone is welcome! Registration not required but appreciated.
Craft Supply Swap Donations Accepted
Mon, Apr 06, All day
Main Library
Bring in your extra craft supplies for RPL's 2026 Craft Swap! RPL staff will accept donations of craft supplies that are in good shape to the Main Library from March 1st to April 10th.
DigiLibrary Stop-PRIVATE STOP-Grand Regency Apartments
Mon, Apr 06, 9:00am - 9:45am
Grand Regency Apartments
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's DigiLibrary.
Mobile Library Stop--PRIVATE STOP Wesley Willows-Arbor Side
Mon, Apr 06, 9:00am - 9:45am
Wesley Willows -Arbor
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Preschool Power Storytime
Mon, Apr 06, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Room 115B: Story Time
Books, songs, storytelling and crafts for children ages 3-5
DigiLibrary Stop-PRIVATE STOP-SkyRise Senior Apartments
Mon, Apr 06, 10:15am - 11:00am
Skyrise Apartments
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Mobile Library Stop--PRIVATE STOP Wesley Willows-Castle Side
Mon, Apr 06, 10:15am - 11:00am
Wesley Willows -Castle
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Mobile Library Stop-PRIVATE STOP-P.A.Peterson at the Citadel
Mon, Apr 06, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
P.A. Peterson at the Citadel
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Mobile Library Stop--Constance Lane Elementary School
Mon, Apr 06, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Constance Lane Elementary School
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Mobile Library Stop--Welsh Elementary School
Mon, Apr 06, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Welsh Elementary School
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Create a Monsterland Poem
Mon, Apr 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Montague - Connie Lane Room
Draw and write a spooky good creation for National Poetry Month. Registration suggested but not required.
RPL Sewing Group
Mon, Apr 06, 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
TACo
Mon, Apr 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library
Meets the first Monday every other month.
Craft Supply Swap Donations Accepted
Tue, Apr 07, All day
Main Library
Bring in your extra craft supplies for RPL's 2026 Craft Swap! RPL staff will accept donations of craft supplies that are in good shape to the Main Library from March 1st to April 10th.
Mobile Library Stop--PRIVATE-St. Elizabeth's Center Daycare
Tue, Apr 07, 9:00am - 9:45am
St. Elizabeth's Daycare Center
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
DigiLibrary Stop-Computer Class at Brooke Road Community
Tue, Apr 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Brooke Road Community Center
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's DigiLibrary.
Musical Munchkins
Tue, Apr 07, 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.
Mobile Library Stop--PRIVATE STOP--Oleson Plaza
Tue, Apr 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
Oleson Plaza
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
RPL Sewing Group
Tue, Apr 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Room 208: Maker Activity B
Come sew this bag with us at the Library—it really snaps!
Tunes & Tales Storytime
Tue, Apr 07, 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!
United for Literacy, Modeled Moments Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Apr 07, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Brooke Road Church
The purpose of this storytime is to teach caregivers how to provide high quality early learning experiences.
Mobile Library Stop--PRIVATE STOP-Sienna on Brendenwood
Tue, Apr 07, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Siena on Brendenwood
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Mobile Library Stop--11th Street Plaza
Tue, Apr 07, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
11th Street Plaza
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
United for Literacy, Modeled Moments Storytime Training copy
Tue, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
The purpose of the interactive Storytime training is to teach caregivers how to provide high-quality early learning experiences.
Introduction to Financial Literacy with UMB Bank
Tue, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - RPLF Teen Zone / Active Zone,WREX Classroom
Join us at RPL for Financial Literacy Month.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Apr 07, 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.
Craft Supply Swap Donations Accepted
Wed, Apr 08, All day
Main Library
Bring in your extra craft supplies for RPL's 2026 Craft Swap! RPL staff will accept donations of craft supplies that are in good shape to the Main Library from March 1st to April 10th.
Storytime with the Mobile Library at Spring Creek Church
Wed, Apr 08, 9:00am - 9:45am
Spring Creek Church
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
DigiLibrary Stop-PRIVATE STOP--Carpenter's Place
Wed, Apr 08, 9:30am - 11:30am
Carpnter's Place
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's DigiLibrary.
Mobile Library Stop--YMCA Children's Learning Center
Wed, Apr 08, 10:15am - 11:00am
YMCA Children's Learning Center
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Mobile Library Stop--PRIVATE STOP--Stepping Stones
Wed, Apr 08, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Stepping Stones
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
DigiLibrary Stop- Computer Class- NIAA
Wed, Apr 08, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's DigiLibrary.
Mobile Library Stop--Brookview Elementary School
Wed, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Brookview Elementary School
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Mobile Library Stop--Montessori at Marsh Elementary School
Wed, Apr 08, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Montessori at Marsh
Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
Composting at Home: How and Why
Wed, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - WREX Classroom
Nettle Curbside Compost, Rockford’s only composting service, will provide a talk about what composting is, why it’s important, and different options for getting started composting at home.
Game Development Workshop
Wed, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Nordlof Center - Walmart Computer Classroom
Start making games today! Attend RPL's game development workshop to gain knowledge on a broad set of skills designed to teach you how to start designing and connect with other game developers locally.
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