Paint with Nina: Rural Mailbox

Paint with Nina for the last time this year! A mailbox in a milk can leans against a pole, very country nostalgia. With full instruction and assistance from Nina.Please register. Register each person separately.Registration is now open!Adults and older teens welcome.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

MAG Art Event: Alma Thomas - Learn & Create

In this event, led by Momentum Art Guild member Courtney Smith, participants can learn about the American artist Alma Thomas (https://americanart.si.edu/artist/alma-thomas-4778) and can then create a work in the style of Ms. Thomas with assistance from Momentum Art Guil......More

In this event, led by Momentum Art Guild member Courtney Smith, participants can learn about the American artist Alma Thomas (https://americanart.si.edu/artist/alma-thomas-4778) and can then create a work in the style of Ms. Thomas with assistance from Momentum Art Guild members.PART 1: 11a - 12p: View videos and a slide presentation to learn about the revolutionary artist, Alma Thomas. Presented by Courtney Smith. No registration necessary for Part 1.12p - 1p: Lunch Break. You are free to bring food with you to eat in the library, or go out for a quick bite.PART 2: 1p - 2:30p: Create your own work of art in the style of Alma Thomas, with MAG member assistance. REGISTRATION REQUIRED for Part 2.Here is a 6 minute video about Alma Thomas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzgT9zEWhmIREGISTRATION OPENS OCT 1st at 9 a.m. Please register each person separately.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Babies and Books

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtime, allowing children and adults time to interact with each other.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Slime Making: Harvest Glitter Slime

Join us each month as we make a different type of slime!  This month we will be making harvest glitter slime.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Preschool Storytime

Join us for stories, flannelboards, songs, and a craft every Wednesday morning.  For children ages 2-5 with their caregiver.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Christianity's Dawn in Asia Minor - the birthplaces of faith (Online Road Scholars Lecture at the library)

Join Volkan Yazici, renowned guide and historian, on a captivating journey to the heart of Christianity's early sites in Asia Minor. This lecture will focus on the birthplaces and historical landmarks pivotal to Christian history, such as the birthplace and the house of......More

Join Volkan Yazici, renowned guide and historian, on a captivating journey to the heart of Christianity's early sites in Asia Minor. This lecture will focus on the birthplaces and historical landmarks pivotal to Christian history, such as the birthplace and the house of St. Paul, the church of St. Nicholas and the renowned Mount Ararat area. Volkan will also explore the significance of the first ecumenical council in Nicea and the ancient city of Antioch. Through this focused exploration, you'll gain a deeper understanding of these sacred sites and their critical roles in shaping the early Christian Church. Discover the rich stories and enduring legacy of these iconic locations in global religious history.Volkan Yazici was born in the southwest Aegean region of Turkey and has lived in Istanbul since he was two years old. He has been a professional group leader since 2005, leading throughout Turkey for Americans and other English-speaking groups. Specializing in art history and architecture, Volkan finds it rewarding to introduce Turkey “as it is” to Road Scholars through both on-site and online programs. THIS IS A LIVE, ONLINE, INTERACTIVE LECTURE FROM ROAD SCHOLAR. Join us to watch this on the big screen in our meeting room. This lecture is not available for viewing from home. Free, no registration.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

ChessPort

Join ChessPort!No experience necessary.Chess sets are provided.Free, no registration.All current, former, rusty, and new players welcome!

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Senior Resource Center book discussion: Chenneville by Paulette Jiles

Paulette Jiles is another author who writes terrific historical fiction, focusing on the Civil War era. Jiles’ latest novel, Chenneville: A Novel of Murder, Loss, and Vengeance, begins as the Civil War is ending. The protagonist, Union Army First Lieutenant John Chennev......More

Paulette Jiles is another author who writes terrific historical fiction, focusing on the Civil War era. Jiles’ latest novel, Chenneville: A Novel of Murder, Loss, and Vengeance, begins as the Civil War is ending. The protagonist, Union Army First Lieutenant John Chenneville, is recovering from a head injury sustained following an explosion in Petersburg, Virginia. As he wakes from a coma of seven months, Chenneville begins a slow journey back to himself. He remembers being aloft in a hot-air sack floating above the fray at the battle of Yorktown, but did that really happen? He can’t be sure, as he strives to slowly regain his balance, his strength, his memory, the ability to read and write. Most of all, he is fighting for a reason to remain living in the world he returns to, a world radically changed by the war and its aftermath. And yes, he had been aloft on a very early hot-air balloon reconnaissance mission prior to his head injury.Jiles tells a beautiful, multi-layered tale rich with the historical details of the past — the sounds the paddle boats make on the Ohio River; how the telegraph system of the nineteenth century shortened distances between people in remote places and brought much needed news to  lonely outposts; how one could tell who the telegraph operator was by their unique way of sending messages; how early photographs called daguerrotypes were washed with a gold solution, giving them depth and golden tones; and how the state of Missouri never seceded from the Union, but was a place of great conflict and bloodshed between the two warring sides.      [Southern Book Review]Join us at the Senior Resource Center in Freeport to discuss. No registration required, all are welcome!

206 E Stephenson St, Freeport, IL, 61032, US

PAWS to Read

Visit the library and read a story to one of the sweet pups from Therapy Dogs International.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Babies and Books

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtime, allowing children and adults time to interact with each other.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Monday Murders Book Group: The Dutch Shoe Mystery by Ellery Queen

Ellery Queen drops in to Dutch Memorial Hospital for a quick visit with his old friend, Medical Director Dr. John Minchen. Minchen gives him a tour, and invites him to stay and observe an operation on the hospital's benefactor, Abby Doorn. Ellery takes a seat in the ope......More

Ellery Queen drops in to Dutch Memorial Hospital for a quick visit with his old friend, Medical Director Dr. John Minchen. Minchen gives him a tour, and invites him to stay and observe an operation on the hospital's benefactor, Abby Doorn. Ellery takes a seat in the operating theatre's gallery. The patient is brought in, but something is wrong. She is dead, garroted with wire.Everyone welcome for this book group. No registration! Pick up a copy of the book on the 2nd floor of the library.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Homeschool Happenings: Veterans Day

Calling all homeschoolers! Each month, we will dive into a new and exciting topic designed to inspire and support homeschooling families. Enjoy engaging discussions, resource sharing, and hands-on activities that hope to enhance your homeschooling experience. All ages w......More

Calling all homeschoolers! Each month, we will dive into a new and exciting topic designed to inspire and support homeschooling families. Enjoy engaging discussions, resource sharing, and hands-on activities that hope to enhance your homeschooling experience. All ages welcome—we will have varying activities for different age groups. Come connect with fellow homeschoolers and discover new ways to enrich your learning journey!  This month we will be learning about Veterans Day.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Veterans Day

Closed for Veterans Day

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Preschool Storytime

Join us for stories, flannelboards, songs, and a craft every Wednesday morning.  For children ages 2-5 with their caregiver.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

FPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Freeport Public Library Board of Trustees monthly meetingOpen to the publicFind posted agendas and minutes here

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Pokemon Club

Meet to play and talk Pokémon with other trainers! Players can bring their own cards, or use decks provided by the library. Trade cards, battle each other, or just talk strategy – this club is for novice trainers and experts alike!

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Sensory Play Day

Join us for a morning of sensory fun and making new friends!  Children will have the opportunity to play at several different stations in this engaging sensory playtime.  Some stations may be messy, so wear appropriate clothing.  Ages 0-5.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Babies and Books

A weekly storytime for babies and toddlers under 2!  We will focus on early literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories.  Each session will conclude with a playtime, allowing children and adults time to interact with each other.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Fall Wreaths: an Adult craft

Create a lovely fall wreath from corn husks, ribbon, and other natural elements.Registration opens 10/15/2025 at 9a.Please register each person separately.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Teen Tuesday: Stamped Air-Dry Clay Bowls

This month we’re taking a spin on traditional clay bowls! Using different materials such as lace, stamps, leaves, and more, we’ll be adding our own reliefs to create one-of-a-kind pieces of functional art. Teen Tuesday events are for youth 7th through 12th grade.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Jigsaw Puzzle Race (Adult/Teen/Family) REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Our first ever Jigsaw Puzzle Race! It will start at 6p sharp.There will be 5 teams.Each team should have 4 – 6 people.Team members should be between 8 and 100+ years old.Each team must have at least one adult on it.The first team to completely and correctly assemble the......More

Our first ever Jigsaw Puzzle Race! It will start at 6p sharp.There will be 5 teams.Each team should have 4 – 6 people.Team members should be between 8 and 100+ years old.Each team must have at least one adult on it.The first team to completely and correctly assemble the puzzle will be the winner of the Puzzle Challenge.      Pizza and drinks provided for participants. To Register: talk to Dianne (and only Dianne) in person, via email, or via phone.       [email protected]           or            815.656.2478 Once we have 5 teams, registration will be closed for this event. Registration opens October 20 at noon.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

A Journey through Food and Science with Kenji Lopez-Alt [Illinois Libraries Present]

Kenji López-Alt: A Journey Through Food and ScienceWatch with us at the library or register here to watch from home.Join award-winning cookbook author, New York Times food columnist, and Serious Eats director J. Kenji López-Alt for an evening of cooking insights, techni......More

Kenji López-Alt: A Journey Through Food and ScienceWatch with us at the library or register here to watch from home.Join award-winning cookbook author, New York Times food columnist, and Serious Eats director J. Kenji López-Alt for an evening of cooking insights, techniques, and foodie exploration.As the Culinary Director for Serious Eats, Kenji is known and loved for his thoroughly-tested and explained recipes and food features. His James Beard Award-winning cookbook, The Food Lab, uses evidence-based testing to show you the best ways to cook things. A former chef and restaurant worker, Kenji is also the author of The Wok, a best-selling children's book, Every Night is Pizza Night, and co-hosts ‘The Recipe with Kenji and Deb,’ a podcast that helps you discover your own perfect recipes with his friend Deb Perelman of Smitten Kitchen. On YouTube, Kenji’s Cooking Show celebrates that food’s main goal is pleasure and inspires home cooks to take their food where they want it to go! When he’s not cooking or writing, Kenji enjoys spending time with his family, playing music, and exploring Seattle.Chicago’s Billy Zureikat joins Kenji in conversation. Billy Z is a home cook and baker with a story as unique as the flavors he whips up in his kitchen. After being diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy, sandwiches and pizza became his canvas, including the infamous "Tripping Billy" pizza. Billy has collaborated with more than 90 restaurants to raise $73,000 for Muscular Dystrophy, and he’s just getting started. This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of the Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation and Closed Captioning are provided for all events by default—no special request needed.If a patron needs accommodations not listed, the member library should email [email protected]. ####Tuesday, November 18 at 7 PMRecording terms:30 days public (posted to ILP YouTube) and emailed to all registrants

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US

Preschool Storytime

Join us for stories, flannelboards, songs, and a craft every Wednesday morning.  For children ages 2-5 with their caregiver.

100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL, 61032, US