Robert R. Jones
Biblioteca Pública
900 1st Street, Coal Valley, IL 61240
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LEGO Club Challenge
¡Llamando a todos los jóvenes constructores y pensadores creativos desde jardín de infantes hasta quinto grado! Únase a nosotros para una tarde encantadora de imaginación, narración de historias y construcción LEGO. Cada sesión comienza con un cautivador libro ilustrado, seguido de un emocionante desafío de diseño que te inspirará a construir tu propia creación LEGO. ¡Deja volar tu imaginación en este evento divertido y educativo!
Únase a nosotros en un emocionante viaje al mundo de la narración y la construcción LEGO en el LEGO Club Challenge. Es un lugar donde las historias cobran vida a través de tus diseños creativos y donde puedes hacer nuevos amigos que comparten tu pasión por la construcción. ¡Esperamos ver tus increíbles creaciones y escuchar tus imaginativos cuentos!
Música y Movimiento
LEGO Club Challenge
Young participants will be presented with a unique design challenge that will put their science, technology, engineering, and mathematics skills to the test. With a limited budget, these budding engineers, scientists, and inventors will have to think critically, collaborate effectively, and design a solution that addresses a real-world problem.
Event Highlights:
• Design Challenge
• S.T.E.M. Exploration
• Hands-On Learning
• Teamwork
• Budget Management
• Real-World Application
Who Can Attend:
Witness the incredible solutions elementary-aged boys and girls come up with. Join us at S.T.E.M. Challenge and be a part of their exciting journey into the world of S.T.E.M. This event is not only a platform for young minds to showcase their talents but also an opportunity for parents, educators, and the community to support and encourage these future innovators.
S.T.E.M. Challenge
Pokémon Club
¡Llamando a todos los aspirantes a Entrenadores Pokémon y fanáticos de todas las edades! ¡Aventura y emoción te esperan! Únete a otros entusiastas para intercambiar cartas, luchar, aprender nuevas estrategias y explorar el increíble mundo de Pokémon. Ya sea que recién estés comenzando tu viaje Pokémon o seas un Entrenador experimentado, este club es el lugar perfecto para conectarte con otras personas que comparten tu pasión.
Join us for an exciting journey into the world of Pokémon at Pokémon Club. Discover, trade, battle, and bond with fellow Pokémon enthusiasts as you dive into the vast and captivating world of pocket monsters. We can't wait to see you at our next meeting!
Event Highlights:
• Card Trading
• Battle Sessions
• Pokémon Knowledge
• Creative Fun
• Social Interaction
Who Can Attend:
The Pokémon Club is open to elementary-aged boys and girls who are enthusiastic about Pokémon. Whether you're a new Trainer or a seasoned Pokémaster, all are welcome to join the adventure.
Pokémon Club
Calling all young creators and innovators! Discover the magic of imagination, inspiration, and hands-on creativity at our weekly after-school program, Weird and Wonderful Creations. This free program is designed for elementary-aged boys and girls, offering a space where they can craft, design, and bring their unique and one-of-a-kind creations to life.
Event Highlights:
• Unique Craft Projects
• Creative Exploration
• Supportive Environment
• Social Interaction
• Free and Accessible
Who Can Attend:
Elementary aged boys and girls are invited to participate in the fun, enchanting journey into the weird and wonderful.
Weird & Wonderful Creations
Weird & Wonderful Creations
Únase a nosotros en un viaje encantador al mundo de la creatividad y la artesanía en Weird & Wonderful Creations. Es una oportunidad para que las mentes jóvenes exploren, diseñen y den vida a sus proyectos imaginativos. ¡Estamos ansiosos por ver las extrañas y maravillosas creaciones que nuestros jóvenes participantes idearán y elaborarán cada semana!
Bow Wow with Books
Improve your child’s reading and communication skills by reading to an animal! Join us for an enchanting and heartwarming afternoon at the Bow Wow with Books our Read to a Therapy Dog After-School Program. Designed to foster a love for reading while providing a comforting environment, this program promises to be a magical experience for children.
Don't miss this opportunity to introduce your child to the joys of reading, with the added warmth and companionship of therapy animals. Bow Wow with Books promises to be an experience your child will cherish. Join us for a wonderful afternoon of stories, smiles, and furry friends. We look forward to seeing you there!
Event Highlights:
• Storytime with Furry Friends
• Enhanced Reading Skills
• Meet-and-Greet
• Library Resources
• Parent-Child Bonding
• New Friendships
Who Can Attend:
This is a free program sponsored by the QCCAN. No registration is required. All ages are welcome! Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite books or choose from the library's selection.
Música y Movimiento
Read to a Dog! - Bow Wow with Books
¡Únase a nosotros cada semana para vivir una emocionante aventura en el mundo de los juegos! Nuestro Games Club semanal es el lugar perfecto para que los niños y niñas de primaria se reúnan, se diviertan y hagan nuevos amigos mientras disfrutan de una variedad de juegos y actividades. Aspectos destacados del evento: • Juego en abundancia • Espíritu de equipo • Juego creativo • Refrigerios saludables • Desarrollo Social • Tiempo de manualidades • Hora de la merienda Quién puede asistir: Este evento es adecuado para niños y niñas de primaria (normalmente entre 6 y 12 años). Los padres pueden quedarse y participar, o dejar a sus hijos y recogerlos al final de la sesión. ¡No olvides traer tu entusiasmo, una gran sonrisa y un sentido de aventura!
Club de juegos
Rompecabezas
Welcome to Puzzlers, where elementary school kids embark on a thrilling journey of learning through puzzles and games. Each event is specially designed to ignite young minds and foster problem-solving, visual and spatial reasoning, and the love of wordplay in a fun and engaging atmosphere.
Puzzlers offers a captivating blend of educational activities that are as entertaining as they are enlightening. We've created a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where kids can explore their cognitive abilities while having a blast.
Event Highlights:
• Diverse Puzzles and Games
• Visual and Spatial Exploration
• Word Adventures
• Teamwork and Social Skills
• A Friendly and Safe Environment
Who Can Attend:
Nurture young minds, one puzzle at a time! Puzzlers is the perfect platform for kids to learn while having fun. Each gathering promises a unique experience and an opportunity to make new friends who share their love for puzzles. Encourage your child's curiosity and critical thinking. We aim to create lifelong learners who are confident, curious, and ready to tackle any challenge that comes their way.
Rompecabezas
We’ll share a carefully chosen picture book that sparks curiosity and wonder, followed by a fun craft or activity that ties directly into the story. It’s the perfect way for children to connect with books, explore their imaginations, and make new friends in a welcoming space.
Event Highlights:
• A different engaging picture book selection each month
• Interactive crafts or activities inspired by the story
• Opportunities to practice reading comprehension and listening skills
• A friendly and supportive environment for young readers
• A chance to socialize and share ideas with peers
Who Can Attend:
Open to all children K - 3rd grade - parents and caregivers are encouraged to join in the fun! Make it a monthly tradition to read, create, and let your imagination take flight. Every meeting is a new chapter in your child’s reading adventure!
Caterpillar to Monarch Book Club
Caterpillar to Monarch Book Club
¡Llamando a todos los aspirantes a Entrenadores Pokémon y fanáticos de todas las edades! ¡Aventura y emoción te esperan! Únete a otros entusiastas para intercambiar cartas, luchar, aprender nuevas estrategias y explorar el increíble mundo de Pokémon. Ya sea que recién estés comenzando tu viaje Pokémon o seas un Entrenador experimentado, este club es el lugar perfecto para conectarte con otras personas que comparten tu pasión.
Eagle Eye Readers Book Club
Únase a nosotros en un viaje encantador al mundo de la creatividad y la artesanía en Weird & Wonderful Creations. Es una oportunidad para que las mentes jóvenes exploren, diseñen y den vida a sus proyectos imaginativos. ¡Estamos ansiosos por ver las extrañas y maravillosas creaciones que nuestros jóvenes participantes idearán y elaborarán cada semana!
Join us each month for the Eagle Eye Readers Book Club at your local public library! We’ll explore a carefully selected early reader chapter book, share our favorite moments, and discover lessons hidden within the pages. After our discussion, the adventure continues with a fun craft or enrichment activity that connects directly to the book’s theme.
Event Highlights:
• A new early reader chapter book selection each month
• Engaging discussions to share thoughts, questions, and discoveries
• Creative crafts or activities inspired by the story
• A welcoming space for readers of all experience levels
• Opportunities to make friends and connect over a shared love of reading
Who Can Attend:
4th and 5th graders, bring your curiosity, your ideas, and your love for a good story. Make it a monthly tradition to read, create, and connect. With each book, you’ll see the world through a sharper lens!
Eagle Eye Readers Book Club
From painting and sculpture to collage and mixed media, every session offers a fresh opportunity to create something amazing. Whether your child is an experienced crafter or just starting to explore the world of art, this program provides a fun, supportive space to make, imagine, and play.
Event Highlights:
• A new art or craft project every month
• All materials and supplies provided for free
• Step-by-step guidance from friendly instructors
• Opportunities to explore different art forms and styles
Who Can Attend:
Open to all kids ready to create—bring your curiosity and be ready to get a little messy! Make it a monthly tradition to explore, invent, and let your creativity shine at the Kids Creative Studio. Every project is a masterpiece waiting to happen!
Música y Movimiento
Kids Creative Studio
Agents of the Library
¡Llamando a todos los jóvenes constructores y pensadores creativos desde jardín de infantes hasta quinto grado! Únase a nosotros para una tarde encantadora de imaginación, narración de historias y construcción LEGO. Cada sesión comienza con un cautivador libro ilustrado, seguido de un emocionante desafío de diseño que te inspirará a construir tu propia creación LEGO. ¡Deja volar tu imaginación en este evento divertido y educativo!
Únase a nosotros en un emocionante viaje al mundo de la narración y la construcción LEGO en el LEGO Club Challenge. Es un lugar donde las historias cobran vida a través de tus diseños creativos y donde puedes hacer nuevos amigos que comparten tu pasión por la construcción. ¡Esperamos ver tus increíbles creaciones y escuchar tus imaginativos cuentos!
Música y Movimiento
Agents of the Library
Step into a story where every decision matters! Choose Your Own Adventure invites kids to work together through interactive stories filled with mysteries, magical quests, daring expeditions, and unexpected twists, where their choices determine what happens next.
Event Highlights:
• Interactive stories where kids help decide what happens next
• Teamwork and problem-solving challenges
• Opportunities to use creativity and imagination
• New adventures and scenarios at each session
• A fun, collaborative environment where every choice can change the story
Who Can Attend:
There is no single path in Choose Your Own Adventure! Whether exploring a mysterious castle, traveling through the jungle, or embarking on a mission in outer space, kids will use their imaginations, work together, and discover where the story takes them.
Choose Your Own Adventure
Would You Survive?
¡Llamando a todos los aspirantes a Entrenadores Pokémon y fanáticos de todas las edades! ¡Aventura y emoción te esperan! Únete a otros entusiastas para intercambiar cartas, luchar, aprender nuevas estrategias y explorar el increíble mundo de Pokémon. Ya sea que recién estés comenzando tu viaje Pokémon o seas un Entrenador experimentado, este club es el lugar perfecto para conectarte con otras personas que comparten tu pasión.
Could you survive a disaster, escape a dangerous situation, or make it through one of history’s most challenging moments? Inspired by the popular I Survived book series, Would You Survive? puts young readers to the test with hands-on challenges, problem-solving activities, and scenarios that encourage them to think quickly and work together.
Event Highlights:
• Survival challenges inspired by real-world and historical scenarios
• Hands-on activities that put critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to the test
• Opportunities to make decisions, work as a team, and adapt to unexpected challenges
• Connections to exciting stories and events featured in the I Survived series
• A fun, interactive environment where kids can learn through adventure and play
Who Can Attend:
Would You Survive? invites kids to imagine themselves in the middle of an unforgettable adventure and figure out what they would do to make it through. Each session offers a new challenge designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and bring the excitement of the I Survived series to life.
Would You Survive?
Start a new adventure every month with Series Book Club, where young readers get a chance to discover the first chapter of a different children’s book series. Each meeting pairs a fun read-aloud with an activity inspired by the story, giving kids a chance to explore new worlds and find their next favorite series.
Event Highlights:
• A read-aloud featuring the first chapter of a different book series
• Crafts, games, STEM challenges, or creative activities inspired by the story
• Opportunities to discover new authors, characters, and adventures
• Time to connect and have fun with other young readers
• New series to continue reading at home
Who Can Attend:
One chapter can open the door to a whole new adventure! Series Book Club helps kids sample a variety of children's book series while encouraging curiosity, creativity, and a love of reading.
Series Book Club
Series Book Club
Únase a nosotros en un viaje encantador al mundo de la creatividad y la artesanía en Weird & Wonderful Creations. Es una oportunidad para que las mentes jóvenes exploren, diseñen y den vida a sus proyectos imaginativos. ¡Estamos ansiosos por ver las extrañas y maravillosas creaciones que nuestros jóvenes participantes idearán y elaborarán cada semana!
Who Would Win?
Who would win in a battle between some of the animal kingdom’s fiercest, fastest, and most fascinating creatures? Inspired by the popular Who Would Win? book series, this program invites kids to compare animals, discover amazing facts, and use science and critical-thinking skills to decide which creature would come out on top.
Which animal would win in an ultimate showdown? Inspired by the popular Who Would Win? book series, this exciting program invites kids to compare animals, uncover fascinating facts, and use science, critical thinking, and teamwork to make their case.
Event Highlights:
• Head-to-head animal matchups inspired by the Who Would Win? series
• Fascinating facts about animal habitats, adaptations, behaviors, and abilities
• Hands-on challenges and activities related to each matchup
• Opportunities to compare evidence and defend your prediction
• A fun, interactive environment where learning and friendly competition go hand in hand
Who Can Attend:
Who Would Win? turns animal facts into an exciting challenge! Kids will explore what makes different animals unique, think like scientists, and use what they learn to decide which creature has what it takes to win. Come ready to choose your champion!
Música y Movimiento
Who Would Win?
¡Únase a nosotros cada semana para vivir una emocionante aventura en el mundo de los juegos! Nuestro Games Club semanal es el lugar perfecto para que los niños y niñas de primaria se reúnan, se diviertan y hagan nuevos amigos mientras disfrutan de una variedad de juegos y actividades. Aspectos destacados del evento: • Juego en abundancia • Espíritu de equipo • Juego creativo • Refrigerios saludables • Desarrollo Social • Tiempo de manualidades • Hora de la merienda Quién puede asistir: Este evento es adecuado para niños y niñas de primaria (normalmente entre 6 y 12 años). Los padres pueden quedarse y participar, o dejar a sus hijos y recogerlos al final de la sesión. ¡No olvides traer tu entusiasmo, una gran sonrisa y un sentido de aventura!