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Prime Time: Midway Village Museum

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Community Event, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Meet Selena at the Midway Village Museum for a tour of the indoor museum center.  The tour is limited to 15 people. Register for the event by Wednesday, July 3. We’ll meet ...

Required
Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Meet Selena at the Midway Village Museum for a tour of the indoor museum center. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Microsoft Word 2019 Basics

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Tech Training
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

For those with little or no experience with Microsoft's word processing software. Basic computer skills are required.

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tech Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

For those with little or no experience with Microsoft's word processing software. Basic computer skills are required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chair Yoga

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Steve Appell Pavilion at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

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 t...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: Steve Appell Pavilion
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Description:

Chair Yoga is a gentle introduction to yoga, designed for seniors and adults struggling with mobility.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Nonfiction Addiction Book Group

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
21st Century Conference Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join the discussion of These Precious Days by Ann Patchett.  "The beloved New York Times bestselling author reflects on home, family, friendships and writing...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: 21st Century Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Description:

Join the discussion of These Precious Days by Ann Patchett. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Astrology 101

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Fun Learning!, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Have you ever been curious what the stars say about you? Come and learn more about the world of Astrology! There will be handouts to fill out during the presentation, so have yo...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Fun Learning!, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:

Have you ever been curious what the stars say about you? Come and learn more about the world of Astrology!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Take & Bake: Raspberry Pretzel Jell-O Bars

All Day
Off Site
Program Type:
Fun Learning!
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Enjoy this delicious recipe that one of our staff members provided! Pick up will be available from Friday, July 12 to Saturday, July 20. Registration is required. Registrat...

Required
Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun Learning!
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

Enjoy this delicious recipe that one of our staff members provided!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Craft Night

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

If we can't beat the heat, let's join it! Have some fun as we fire up and carve into this project to make some wood décor. Free hand your design or use the stencils provided. ...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Description:

If we can't beat the heat, let's join it! Have some fun as we fire up and carve into this project to make some wood décor. Free hand your design or use the stencils provided. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pickleball

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 8:30am - 9:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Fun Learning!, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Did you know pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in America today? Join us at the tennis courts in Baumann Park to learn the basics and get some practice! Registrati...

Required
Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun Learning!, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Description:

Did you know pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in America today? Join us at the tennis courts in Baumann Park to learn the basics and get some practice!

Registration required due to limited space. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Grounds for Murder Mystery Book Group

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
21st Century Conference Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join the discussion of A Most Agreeable Murder by Julia Seales. "When a wealthy bachelor drops dead at a ball, a young lady takes on the decidedly improper role of det...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: 21st Century Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Join the discussion of A Most Agreeable Murder by Julia Seales.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pickleball

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Fun Learning!, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Did you know pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in America today? Join us at the tennis courts in Baumann Park to learn the basics and get some practice! Registrati...

Required
Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun Learning!, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

Did you know pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in America today? Join us at the tennis courts in Baumann Park to learn the basics and get some practice!

Registration required due to limited space. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 6:45pm - 8:00pm
21st Century Conference Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Library Use
Age Group:
Adults
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: 21st Century Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Use
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Senior Moments

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Rockford, Illinois and Its Industrial Heritage  Trace the evolution of Rockford’s Industrial past from agriculture to furniture to fasteners, machine tool and aerospace. ...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Description:

Rockford, Illinois and Its Industrial Heritage 

Trace the evolution of Rockford’s Industrial past from agriculture to furniture to fasteners, machine tool and aerospace.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Android Follow-up

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
21st Century Conference Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Tech Training
Age Group:
Adults
Android Follow-up:

Already know the basics of your Android device but have some specific questions? Join us to ask or listen to other users to learn new tips and tricks. Please bring your device(s). ...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: 21st Century Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tech Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 5

Already know the basics of your Android device but have some specific questions? Join us to ask or listen to other users to learn new tips and tricks. Please bring your device(s).

This event is in the "Adults" group.

TTRPG Adventures

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

What does TTRPG stand for? Well TableTop Role-Playing Games of course! Join us as we explore different play styles by running through campaigns. Novice or veteran players are welco...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:

What does TTRPG stand for? Well TableTop Role-Playing Games of course! Join us as we explore different play styles by running through campaigns.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Android Follow-up

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
21st Century Conference Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Tech Training
Age Group:
Adults
Android Follow-up:

Already know the basics of your Android device but have some specific questions? Join us to ask or listen to other users to learn new tips and tricks. Please bring your device(s). ...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: 21st Century Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tech Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 6

Already know the basics of your Android device but have some specific questions? Join us to ask or listen to other users to learn new tips and tricks. Please bring your device(s).

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiction Connection Book Group

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
21st Century Conference Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join the discussion of Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. "Chemist Elizabeth Zott is not your average woman. In fact, Elizabeth Zott would be the first to point out tha...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: 21st Century Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

Join the discussion of Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The A, B, C, and Ds of Medicare

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Come learn the basics and changes to Medicare for 2024. This meeting will cover how Medicare supplements and Medicare advantage plans work and educate you on the changes to the Par...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Description:

Come learn the basics and changes to Medicare for 2024. This meeting will cover how Medicare supplements and Medicare advantage plans work and educate you on the changes to the Part D drug plan.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiction Connection Book Group

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
21st Century Conference Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join the discussion of Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. "Chemist Elizabeth Zott is not your average woman. In fact, Elizabeth Zott would be the first to point out tha...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: 21st Century Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Description:

Join the discussion of Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The A, B, C, and Ds of Medicare

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Come learn the basics and changes to Medicare for 2024. This meeting will cover how Medicare supplements and Medicare advantage plans work and educate you on the changes to the Par...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Description:

Come learn the basics and changes to Medicare for 2024. This meeting will cover how Medicare supplements and Medicare advantage plans work and educate you on the changes to the Part D drug plan.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Prime Time: Lockwood Observatory

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Community Event, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Meet Selena at the Lockwood Observatory. This trip includes a presentation by the Rockford Amateur Astronomers and a tour of the facility.  The tour is limited to 15 people...

Required
Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:

Meet Selena at the Lockwood Observatory. This trip includes a presentation by the Rockford Amateur Astronomers and a tour of the facility. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chair Yoga

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Steve Appell Pavilion at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

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 t...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: Steve Appell Pavilion
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Description:

Chair Yoga is a gentle introduction to yoga, designed for seniors and adults struggling with mobility.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Grounds for Murder Mystery Book Group

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Join the discussion of Pieces of Her by Karin Slaughter. "What if the person you thought you knew best turns out to be someone you never knew at all . . . ? Andrea ...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

Join the discussion of Pieces of Her by Karin Slaughter.

"What if the person you thought you knew best turns out to be someone you never knew at all . . . ?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Microsoft Word 2019 Beyond Basics

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Tech Training
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Move beyond the basics with this "deeper dive" into Microsoft's word processing software. We will learn about formatting with clipart and pictures, using text boxes, working with e...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tech Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Description:

Move beyond the basics with this "deeper dive" into Microsoft's word processing software. We will learn about formatting with clipart and pictures, using text boxes, working with envelopes and labels, and more!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Craft Night

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room at Cherry Valley Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Books are truly a work of art! Let's learn the art of book folding and use books with vintage covers to create our own masterpieces. The craft is limited to 12 people. Registrat...

Required
Location: Cherry Valley Public Library District
Room: Friends of the Library Public Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Books are truly a work of art! Let's learn the art of book folding and use books with vintage covers to create our own masterpieces.

The craft is limited to 12 people. Registration will close one week early.