Pee Wees on the Patio: Paper Plate Ring Toss

Join us on the patio (outside the Youth Services program Room) for a variety of outdoor activities, crafts, games, and stories. For ages 3 to 6. Registration is required.  Space is limited and therefore, only registered individuals will be allowed to participate.  Pleas......More

Join us on the patio (outside the Youth Services program Room) for a variety of outdoor activities, crafts, games, and stories. For ages 3 to 6. Registration is required.  Space is limited and therefore, only registered individuals will be allowed to participate.  Please meet in the YS program room.  In case of inclement weather, programs will take place in this room. Priority for this program will be given to those with Cherry Valley library cards. Those without a Cherry Valley card will be placed on a pending waiting list upon registration. If spaces are available after registration closes, you will be notified of a status change via email.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Pee Wees on the Patio: Paper Plate Ring Toss

Join us on the patio (outside the Youth Services program Room) for a variety of outdoor activities, crafts, games, and stories. For ages 3 to 6. Registration is required.  Space is limited and therefore, only registered individuals will be allowed to participate.  Pleas......More

Join us on the patio (outside the Youth Services program Room) for a variety of outdoor activities, crafts, games, and stories. For ages 3 to 6. Registration is required.  Space is limited and therefore, only registered individuals will be allowed to participate.  Please meet in the YS program room.  In case of inclement weather, programs will take place in this room. Priority for this program will be given to those with Cherry Valley library cards. Those without a Cherry Valley card will be placed on a pending waiting list upon registration. If spaces are available after registration closes, you will be notified of a status change via email.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Teens on the Patio: Edible Slime

Join us on the patio (outside the Youth Services program Room) for a variety of outdoor activities, crafts, and games. For ages 12-17. Registration is required.  Space is limited and therefore, only registered individuals will be allowed to participate.  Please meet in ......More

Join us on the patio (outside the Youth Services program Room) for a variety of outdoor activities, crafts, and games. For ages 12-17. Registration is required.  Space is limited and therefore, only registered individuals will be allowed to participate.  Please meet in the YS program room.  In case of inclement weather, programs will take place in this room. Priority for this program will be given to those with Cherry Valley library cards. Those without a Cherry Valley card will be placed on a pending waiting list upon registration. If spaces are available after registration closes, you will be notified of a status change via email.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Preschool Story Time: Friendship

Enjoy spending 30 minutes full of reading readiness, finger plays, rhymes, short stories, and songs that prepare children for school. Children are encouraged to attend story time independent of caregivers. For ages 4 to 5 years.Registration is required. Registration clo......More

Enjoy spending 30 minutes full of reading readiness, finger plays, rhymes, short stories, and songs that prepare children for school. Children are encouraged to attend story time independent of caregivers. For ages 4 to 5 years.Registration is required. Registration closes at 8:00 p.m. the Tuesday before each session. Priority for this program will be given to those with Cherry Valley library cards. Those without a Cherry Valley card will be placed on a pending waiting list upon registration. If spaces are available after registration closes, you will be notified of a status change via email.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Story Sprouts

Enjoy 30 minutes full of reading readiness, finger plays, rhymes, short stories, and songs and dancing as we grow our love of books.  For ages 1 to 6 years.Registration is required. Registration closes at 8:00 p.m. the Tuesday before each session.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Chair Yoga

Chair Yoga is a gentle introduction to yoga, designed for seniors and adults struggling with mobility. Local yoga instructor Marie Bridges will walk you through poses you can use to help maintain flexibility, breathe more deeply, and sleep more soundly.Registration and ......More

Chair Yoga is a gentle introduction to yoga, designed for seniors and adults struggling with mobility. Local yoga instructor Marie Bridges will walk you through poses you can use to help maintain flexibility, breathe more deeply, and sleep more soundly.Registration and payment of $3 registration fee must be done in person at the library.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Animals Around the World

Level up your animal knowledge with the team from Incredible Bats! They will be here to show and tell us about different animals from around the world, including fruit bats, sugar gliders, armadillos, geckos, and more!For ages 3 to 11. Registration is required. Priority......More

Level up your animal knowledge with the team from Incredible Bats! They will be here to show and tell us about different animals from around the world, including fruit bats, sugar gliders, armadillos, geckos, and more!For ages 3 to 11. Registration is required. Priority for this program will be given to those with valid Cherry Valley library cards. Those without a Cherry Valley card will be placed on a pending waiting list upon registration. If spaces are available after registration closes, you will be notified of a status change via email.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Music & Movement

Come spend 30 minutes in our musically rich environment, singing, dancing, and listening to stories. For ages 1-5. Registration is required.Registration for this program closes at 8:00 p.m. on the Wednesday before each event.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Music & Movement

Come spend 30 minutes in our musically rich environment, singing, dancing, and listening to stories. For ages 1-5. Registration is required.Registration for this program closes at 8:00 p.m. on the Wednesday before each event.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Closed - Summer Sunday

The library is closed on Sundays between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The drive-up book return will be open at all times for item returns.

Wee Read Story Time: Under the Sea

Enjoy 30 minutes of short stories, finger plays, rhymes, and songs. In this program parents or caregivers interact with their children and discover the joy of reading. For ages 24 months to 3 years.Registration is required. Registration closes at 5:00 p.m. the Saturday ......More

Enjoy 30 minutes of short stories, finger plays, rhymes, and songs. In this program parents or caregivers interact with their children and discover the joy of reading. For ages 24 months to 3 years.Registration is required. Registration closes at 5:00 p.m. the Saturday before each session. Priority for this program will be given to those with Cherry Valley library cards. Those without a Cherry Valley card will be placed on a pending waiting list upon registration. If spaces are available after registration closes, you will be notified of a status change via email.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Kids on the Patio: What's in the Box?

Join us on the patio (outside the Youth Services program Room) for a variety of outdoor activities, crafts, games, and stories. This week we will be playing What's in the Box.For ages 7 to 11. Registration is required. Space is limited and therefore, only registered ind......More

Join us on the patio (outside the Youth Services program Room) for a variety of outdoor activities, crafts, games, and stories. This week we will be playing What's in the Box.For ages 7 to 11. Registration is required. Space is limited and therefore, only registered individuals will be allowed to participate.  Please meet in the YS program room.  In case of inclement weather, programs will take place in this room.  Priority for this program will be given to those with valid Cherry Valley library cards. Those without a Cherry Valley card will be placed on a pending waiting list upon registration. If spaces are available after registration closes, you will be notified of a status change via email.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Book Babies: Under the Sea

Enjoy 20 minutes of baby bounces, rhymes, short stories, finger plays, and 10 minutes of playtime. Registration is required. Registration closes at 5:00 p.m. the Saturday before each session. Priority for this program will be given to those with Cherry Valley library ca......More

Enjoy 20 minutes of baby bounces, rhymes, short stories, finger plays, and 10 minutes of playtime. Registration is required. Registration closes at 5:00 p.m. the Saturday before each session. Priority for this program will be given to those with Cherry Valley library cards. Those without a Cherry Valley card will be placed on a pending waiting list upon registration. If spaces are available after registration closes, you will be notified of a status change via email.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Book Bike Story Time @ Baumann Park

Slather on your sunscreen and join us at the Baumann Park picnic shelter by the playground for a 30 minute all ages story time! Registration is recommended (to receive reminders), but not required. This program is weather-dependent, so watch our website and social media......More

Slather on your sunscreen and join us at the Baumann Park picnic shelter by the playground for a 30 minute all ages story time! Registration is recommended (to receive reminders), but not required. This program is weather-dependent, so watch our website and social media for updates.

Baumann Park, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Prime Time: Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens

Step back in time to experience the plants and animals of the Cretaceous Period! Join Selena at the Nicholas Conservatory to explore the Dinosaurs of the Forgotten Forest exhibit. From the artists of Applied Imagination come botanical sculptures of famous large dinosaur......More

Step back in time to experience the plants and animals of the Cretaceous Period! Join Selena at the Nicholas Conservatory to explore the Dinosaurs of the Forgotten Forest exhibit. From the artists of Applied Imagination come botanical sculptures of famous large dinosaurs including Tyrannosaurus rex, Ankylosaurus, Triceratops, and more, along with lesser-known early mammals. Let’s not forget the plants! Also featured in the exhibit are real prehistoric plant species from the Nicholas Conservatory collection.This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. The tour is limited to 20 people. Register for the event by Tuesday, June 24. We'll meet at the Conservatory located at 1354 N 2nd St, Rockford, IL 61107.You must provide your own transportation.

1354 N 2nd St, Rockford, IL, 61107, US

Pickleball

Join us at the pickleball courts in Baumann Park to learn the basics and get some practice! Has it been some time since you last played? Feel free to join us as well, we welcome all. Facilitated by Kim White, Personal Trainer and Yoga Instructor. Registration required d......More

Join us at the pickleball courts in Baumann Park to learn the basics and get some practice! Has it been some time since you last played? Feel free to join us as well, we welcome all. Facilitated by Kim White, Personal Trainer and Yoga Instructor. Registration required due to limited space.

Baumann Park, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Pee Wees on the Patio: Bubble Snakes

Join us on the patio (outside the Youth Services program Room) for a variety of outdoor activities, crafts, games, and stories. For ages 3 to 6. Registration is required.  Space is limited and therefore, only registered individuals will be allowed to participate.  Pleas......More

Join us on the patio (outside the Youth Services program Room) for a variety of outdoor activities, crafts, games, and stories. For ages 3 to 6. Registration is required.  Space is limited and therefore, only registered individuals will be allowed to participate.  Please meet in the YS program room.  In case of inclement weather, programs will take place in this room. Priority for this program will be given to those with Cherry Valley library cards. Those without a Cherry Valley card will be placed on a pending waiting list upon registration. If spaces are available after registration closes, you will be notified of a status change via email.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Pee Wees on the Patio: Bubble Snakes

Join us on the patio (outside the Youth Services program Room) for a variety of outdoor activities, crafts, games, and stories. For ages 3 to 6. Registration is required.  Space is limited and therefore, only registered individuals will be allowed to participate.  Pleas......More

Join us on the patio (outside the Youth Services program Room) for a variety of outdoor activities, crafts, games, and stories. For ages 3 to 6. Registration is required.  Space is limited and therefore, only registered individuals will be allowed to participate.  Please meet in the YS program room.  In case of inclement weather, programs will take place in this room. Priority for this program will be given to those with Cherry Valley library cards. Those without a Cherry Valley card will be placed on a pending waiting list upon registration. If spaces are available after registration closes, you will be notified of a status change via email.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Teens on the Patio: What's in the Box?

Join us on the patio (outside the Youth Services program Room) for a variety of outdoor activities, crafts, and games. For ages 12-17. Registration is required.  Space is limited and therefore, only registered individuals will be allowed to participate.  Please meet in ......More

Join us on the patio (outside the Youth Services program Room) for a variety of outdoor activities, crafts, and games. For ages 12-17. Registration is required.  Space is limited and therefore, only registered individuals will be allowed to participate.  Please meet in the YS program room.  In case of inclement weather, programs will take place in this room. Priority for this program will be given to those with Cherry Valley library cards. Those without a Cherry Valley card will be placed on a pending waiting list upon registration. If spaces are available after registration closes, you will be notified of a status change via email.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Pickleball

Join us at the pickleball courts in Baumann Park to learn the basics and get some practice! Has it been some time since you last played? Feel free to join us as well, we welcome all. Registration required due to limited space.

Baumann Park, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Preschool Story Time: Under the Sea

Enjoy spending 30 minutes full of reading readiness, finger plays, rhymes, short stories, and songs that prepare children for school. Children are encouraged to attend story time independent of caregivers. For ages 4 to 5 years.Registration is required. Registration clo......More

Enjoy spending 30 minutes full of reading readiness, finger plays, rhymes, short stories, and songs that prepare children for school. Children are encouraged to attend story time independent of caregivers. For ages 4 to 5 years.Registration is required. Registration closes at 8:00 p.m. the Tuesday before each session. Priority for this program will be given to those with Cherry Valley library cards. Those without a Cherry Valley card will be placed on a pending waiting list upon registration. If spaces are available after registration closes, you will be notified of a status change via email.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Story Sprouts

Enjoy 30 minutes full of reading readiness, finger plays, rhymes, short stories, and songs and dancing as we grow our love of books.  For ages 1 to 6 years.Registration is required. Registration closes at 8:00 p.m. the Tuesday before each session.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US

Closed - Independence Day Holiday

The Library will be closed on Friday, July 4, for the Independence Day Holiday. The drive-up book return will be open at all times for item returns.

Family Story Time: Under the Sea

Enjoy 30 minutes of stories, songs, and movement with your family. For children ages 1 to 6 years and their families.Registration is required. Please only register one family member. Registration closes at 8:00 pm the Thursday before event. Priority for this program wil......More

Enjoy 30 minutes of stories, songs, and movement with your family. For children ages 1 to 6 years and their families.Registration is required. Please only register one family member. Registration closes at 8:00 pm the Thursday before event. Priority for this program will be given to those with valid Cherry Valley library cards. Those without a Cherry Valley card will be placed on a pending waiting list upon registration. If spaces are available after registration closes, you will be notified of a status change via email.

755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US