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APL Yarners & Needlers

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Our creative Yarners & Needlers meet every Tuesday to work on projects of all kinds, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery, tatting, quilting, mending, and more. Bring your projects from home to knit/sew while you socialize! New members are always welcome. Drop in!

Gentle Yoga

9:30am - 10:30am
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Join Gayle Carrillo for gentle yoga for all skill levels – now offered every Wednesday morning! Yoga mats are provided, but limited space is available. Drop in!

Anime Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Clubs

Love anime? Come watch anime, talk about manga, learn about Asian culture, and try a cool snack! Ages 11-18. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

Cross Stitch Corner

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Seats Available
Registration
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Beginners, experts, and everything in between are welcome to come cross stitch and socialize at the library! Work on the provided kit or bring your own project from home. Register. 

This season, we’ll provide a variety of winter-themed kits for all skill levels.

Kroger Pharmacy Vaccine Clinic

10:00am - 2:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Protect yourself and your loved ones this winter by getting your flu shot and COVID booster at this convenient walk-in clinic. Vaccinations are free/low cost with most insurance. If uninsured, please call 309.697.3822 for estimated costs.

GED Classes

10:30am - 12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education

Our GED classes are offered in partnership with the Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning. Tutor-guided instruction focuses on math, reading, science, and social studies, with all materials provided. The Moonlight Coalition also pays for students to take the GED test when they’re ready! Ages 16+. Drop in!

Lego Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Youth
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Play & Learn

What can your imagination build? Lego Club is here for you with new challenges, new friends, and new creations! Ages 5-12. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

Pre-K Frogs & Friends Story Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Children and their caregivers are invited to come enjoy stories, songs, and play-time with friends – and make a craft to take home! Ages 3-6. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

Watercolor Club

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Seats Available
Registration
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Interested in watercolor painting? All skill levels are welcome to come paint at the library! These open sessions are not instructor led, but intended to be a collaborative exchange of tips and techniques as you work on your own projects. Paper and brushes will be available, but please bring your own paint. 

Saturday Story Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Youth
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Youth
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled experience with stories, songs, and crafts! Geared towards ages 2-6, but kids of all ages are welcome. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

Chair Yoga

9:30am - 10:30am
Adults
Cancelled
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Join Gayle Carrillo for chair yoga – now offered every Monday morning! Chair yoga is a modified yoga that’s great for those with limited mobility. All skill levels are welcome, but limited space is available. Drop in!

Homeschooler Book Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth, Teens
Seats Available
Registration
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Youth, Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

This afternoon book club is for students who can’t make it to our other sessions. Check out a copy of this month’s featured book (same titles as Youth Book Club) at the Circ Desk, then join us for a discussion, activity, and themed snack. Ages 8-18.

December: Yotsuba&! by Kiyohiko Azuma

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

Youth Book Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth
Seats Available
Registration
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Check out a copy of this month’s featured book at the Circ Desk, then join us for a discussion, activity, and themed snack. Ages 8-13. Register.

December: Yotsuba&! by Kiyohiko Azuma

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

Game Night at APL

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games

Love board games? Join us every month for game night at the library! Try out a few games from our collection, or bring your favorite from home. Pizza, snacks, and soda will be provided. Ages 18+. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

Baby Tadpoles Story Time

9:00am - 9:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for songs, bounces, and a story read-aloud. Stick around afterward to socialize with other families! Recommended for babies under 18 mos. who are not walking yet. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

Toddler Froglets Story Time

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for movement songs, finger-plays, and stories – and play with other families afterward! Recommended for walking toddlers up to age 3. Drop in! 

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

Glasford Pop-Up Library

3:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Glasford Pop-up Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other, Arts & Crafts, Games

Join APL every Tuesday at the Glasford Village Hall for our Pop-Up Library! Drop by to check out books, get crafty, play games, get homework help, socialize, and more! Activities are available weekly that all ages will enjoy. It’s a great opportunity for adults to come socialize and enjoy a cup of coffee, too! So stop by, chat with a librarian, and see what the library has to offer you!

APL Yarners & Needlers

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Our creative Yarners & Needlers meet every Tuesday to work on projects of all kinds, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery, tatting, quilting, mending, and more. Bring your projects from home to knit/sew while you socialize! New members are always welcome. Drop in!

Manga Club

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults
Seats Available
Registration
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Our new Manga Club is for the adults out there who love anime! Read each month’s selection, then join us to discuss your opinions – and maybe view some anime clips to compare them! Ages 18+. Registration is required. 

December – Mob Psycho 100 Vol. 1-3 by One

Gentle Yoga

9:30am - 10:30am
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Join Gayle Carrillo for gentle yoga for all skill levels – now offered every Wednesday morning! Yoga mats are provided, but limited space is available. Drop in!

Craft Night: Mini Snow Globes

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Seats Available
Registration
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

This month, we’ll be making winter-themed snow globes out of recycled yogurt jars. Each session will make the same project.

Teen Advisory Board

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunities, Teen Clubs
Event Details:

Want to volunteer and eat pizza at the same time? Join our Teen Advisory Board, where you'll get to plan programs and bring your ideas for the library to life! Ages 13-18.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

GED Classes

10:30am - 12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education

Our GED classes are offered in partnership with the Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning. Tutor-guided instruction focuses on math, reading, science, and social studies, with all materials provided. The Moonlight Coalition also pays for students to take the GED test when they’re ready! Ages 16+. Drop in!

APL Book & Tea Society

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Seats Available
Registration
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

The APL Book & Tea Society is for connoisseurs of cozy mysteries! Enjoy tea and pastries while discussing the monthly book selection. Refreshments change monthly to fit the book. Registration is required. 

In December, we'll discuss Murder, She Wrote: Murder in Season by Jessica Fletcher & Jon Land. 

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens.