Robert R. Jones
Biblioteca Pública
900 1st Street, Coal Valley, IL 61240
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The Robert R. Jones Public Library is thrilled to offer attraction passes, providing free access to an array of local attractions. These passes are your ticket to explore the rich cultural and educational experiences our community has to offer, from fascinating museum exhibits to vibrant art displays and captivating wildlife encounters. Perfect for families, students, and curious minds of all ages, the library's attraction passes make it easy and affordable to discover and enjoy the best local attractions. Visit the library today to check out a pass and embark on your next adventure!
Important Information:
Each pass is due three (3) days after checkout. Only one (1) pass per family can be checked out at a time. Passes are not holdable. Passes are only available for Coal Valley Library valid cardholders. Each pass must be returned in person to the library on or before date in which it is due. Passes cannot be returned in book drop. A fee of $5.00 per day will be charged to patron’s card if returned late. After seven (7) delinquent days patron will be charged the full replacement cost of the pass ranging from $50.00 - $75.00.
Music and Movement
Attraction Passes
A premier destination for animal lovers and adventure seekers of all ages, Niabi Zoo is home to over 140 species from around the globe. The Niabi Zoo offers an immersive experience where visitors can marvel at majestic lions, playful primates, and fascinating reptiles, all within a beautifully landscaped setting.
Engage in interactive exhibits, attend educational programs, and enjoy fun-filled family activities designed to inspire and educate about the importance of conservation. Whether you're a lifelong zoo enthusiast or a first-time visitor, the Niabi Zoo promises an unforgettable day of exploration and discovery, making it a perfect outing for everyone.
Niabi Zoo
Rhyme Time for Tots
A delightful and engaging interactive storytime program specially crafted for toddlers aged 1 to 3 years old. Designed to foster early literacy skills, language development, and a love for storytelling, this program offers a dynamic blend of rhymes, songs, stories, and interactive activities tailored to captivate the youngest of audiences.
Rhyme Time for Tots offers a vibrant and enriching experience for toddlers and their caregivers, providing a nurturing environment where little ones can explore, learn, and grow through the magic of storytelling, music, and play. With its focus on early literacy, language development, and social interaction, this program sets the stage for a lifelong love of learning and exploration.
Program Highlights:
• Engaging Rhymes and Songs
• Interactive Storytelling
• Multi-Sensory Activities
• Parental Involvement
• Social Interaction
Who Can Attend:
Rhyme Time for Tots welcomes toddlers aged 1 to 3 years old, along with their caregivers, whether they be parents, grandparents, or guardians. This interactive storytime program is designed to create a fun and inclusive environment for toddlers and their loved ones to bond, learn, and explore together.
Rhyme Time for Tots
Join us for a weekly journey into the enchanting world of sensory exploration and creative play at Manipulation Stations. It's the perfect place for toddlers and young children to engage their senses, develop essential skills, and make new friends.
Event Highlights:
• Sensory Stations
• Hands-on Fun
• Creative Play
• Early Learning
• Social Interaction
Who Can Attend:
Manipulation Stations is designed for toddlers and young children, creating a welcoming and stimulating environment for their early development. This program is open to all and aims to be inclusive. Each session is designed to create a delightful sensory experience through a variety of interactive stations.
Manipulation Stations
An engaging and unstructured program designed to provide children and their families with a playful, fun, and natural way to explore, examine, and understand the world around them through their senses. This program encourages hands-on learning, curiosity, and creativity as participants immerse themselves in a variety of sensory experiences.
Event Highlights:
• Multi-Sensory Exploration
• Hands-on Activities
• Unstructured Play
• Promotes Family Bonding
Who Can Attend:
Sensory Saturdays embraces unstructured play, allowing families the freedom to explore at their own pace. There are no rigid schedules or predetermined paths of learning, encouraging spontaneity and creativity. Families can follow their interests and discover the wonders of the program in a way that suits their preferences.
Sensory Saturdays
Prepare your little one for kindergarten through the world of books. The concept is simple, the rewards are priceless. Read a book (any book) to your newborn, infant and/or toddler. The goal is to have read 1,000 books before your child starts kindergarten. For each milestone you reach in your journey (200, 400, 600, 800, and 1,000 books), your little one will receive a prize.
Program Highlights:
• Early Literacy Emphasis
• Flexible Participation
• Inclusive Materials
• Community Engagement
• Recognition and Incentives
• Parental Involvement
Who Can Attend:
The 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program is open to families with children aged 0-5, inviting parents, caregivers, and guardians to join in the mission of cultivating a lifelong love for reading and preparing children for success in school and beyond.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
This comprehensive early literacy initiative is designed to foster a love for reading in young children. The program aims to build essential pre-reading skills and create a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Through this engaging and achievable goal, the program not only promotes early language development but also strengthens the parent-child bond through the joy of shared stories.