Events
Programming
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Teen Fandom Club: Movie Night
Date: Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Time: 4:30pm
Venue: Silvis Public Library
Cost: Free
Audience: Ages 12-18
Contact: admin@silvislibrary.org or call (309) 755-3393
Hey teens! Fandom Club Movie Night is here! Will we dive into superhero action, explore Greek myths, cast wizard spells, or hunt ghosts? You decide! Come for the movie, stay for the snacks, and hangout with fellow fans. See you there! Registration is not required. Sponsored by Friends of Silvis Library.
Family Storytime: Paper Snowpeople
Date: Thursday, December 19th, 2024
Time: 6pm
Venue: Silvis Public Library
Cost: Free
Audience: Recommended for children ages 6-11
Contact: admin@silvislibrary.org or call (309) 755-3393
Join us at the library to craft charming paper snowpeople and cozy up with snowy stories! Limited to the first 10 participants. Registration not required. Sponsored by Friends of the Silvis Library.
Health & Wellness: Pediatric Therapies
Date: Friday, December 20th, 2024
Time: 10am
Venue: Silvis Public Library
Cost: Free
Audience: Adults
Contact: admin@silvislibrary.org or call (309) 755-3393
In our Health & Wellness series, Katie Finch, PT, DPT, from Rock Valley Physical Therapy-Silvis, specializes in pediatric physical therapy among other areas. Children, even those as young as infants, can benefit from care and attention from a specialist provider. Pediatric physical therapy can help with encouraging growth and proper development, improving mobility limitations, and more. Registration is not required.
Illinois Libraries Present: Experience Little Women: The Musical (Zoom event)
Date: Friday December 20th
Time: Recording can be viewed from December 20th (2pm) – December 22nd (11:59pm)
Venue: Zoom
Cost: Free
Audience: All Ages
Contact: admin@silvislibrary.org or call (309) 755-3393
Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts made its London premiere in this acclaimed production at Park Theatre. Originally presented on Broadway in 2005 starring Sutton Foster, Lydia White and Savannah Stevenson lead a talented cast in this beloved tale of family, self-discovery, and hope. This recorded event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. Register now at https://bit.ly/ILP_LittleWomen
Book Buddies: Silly Stories
Date: Saturday, December 21st, 2024
Time: 10am
Venue: Silvis Public Library
Cost: Free
Audience: Recommended for children ages 0-5
Contact: admin@silvislibrary.org or call (309) 755-3393
Calling all little ones aged 0-5! Come to the library for a super fun time filled with silly songs and stories! Registration not required.
Full S.T.E.A.M Ahead: Marshmallow Igloos
Date: Saturday, December 21st, 2024
Time: 2pm
Venue: Silvis Public Library
Cost: Free
Audience: Ages 6-11
Contact: admin@silvislibrary.org or call (309) 755-3393
Join us at the library to build igloos with just marshmallows and toothpicks! Test your engineering skills and have fun! There will not be kits for this program. Registration not required. Sponsored by Friends of the Silvis Library.
Adult Arts & Crafts: Beaded Snowpeople Ornaments
Date: Monday, December 23rd, 2024
Time: 6pm
Venue: Silvis Public Library
Cost: Free
Audience: Adults
Registration opens: Monday, December 2nd
Contact: admin@silvislibrary.org or call (309) 755-3393
Whether you’re a snow fan or not, who doesn’t love snowpeople? These adorable wooden-beaded ornaments are sure to put a smile on your face. Limited to 20 participants. Registration is required via Engaged Patrons and is for in-house guests only. Sponsored by Royal Neighbors Chapter 20167.
Tuesday December 24th – Library Closed for Christmas Eve
Wednesday December 25th – Library Closed for Christmas Day
Family Movie Night
Date: Thursday, December 26th, 2024
Time: 4:30pm
Venue: Silvis Public Library
Cost: Free
Audience: Recommended for children ages 6-11
Contact: admin@silvislibrary.org or call (309) 755-3393
Gather the family and join us for a heartwarming winter film. Snacks will be provided. Registration not required. Sponsored by Friends of the Silvis Library.
Book Buddies (Sensory Session): Colors
Date: Saturday, December 28th, 2024
Time: 10am
Venue: Silvis Public Library
Cost: Free
Audience: Recommended for children ages 0-5
Contact: admin@silvislibrary.org or call (309) 755-3393
Calling all little ones aged 0-5! Come to the library for a super fun time filled with songs, stories, and our new sensory bin theme! Registration not required. Sponsored by Friends of the Silvis Library.
Lego Club: Self-Portraits
Date: Saturday, December 28th, 2024
Time: 2pm
Venue: Silvis Public Library
Cost: Free
Audience: Recommended for ages 6-11
Contact: admin@silvislibrary.org or call (309) 755-3393
Join us at the library for LEGO Club and make your own self-portrait out of Legos! We provide the Legos, you provide the creativity. Registration not required.
Adult Arts & Crafts: Painting with Anna Davis
Date: Monday, December 30th
Time: 5pm
Venue: Silvis Public Library
Cost: Free
Audience: Adult
Registration opens: Monday, December 9th
Contact: Contact: admin@silvislibrary.org or call (309) 755-3393
Local artist Anna Davis will lead us in creating a New Year’s Eve painting. No experience necessary! Limited to 20 participants. Registration is required via Engaged Patrons and is for in-house guests only. Sponsored by Royal Neighbors Chapter 20167.
Tuesday December 31st – Library Closed for New Year’s Eve