Sign up for October events at Dwight’s library
Prairie Creek Public Library in Dwight has a full slate of events scheduled for October. All of these programs are free and open to the public. You do not need a library card to register. However, you do need to reserve a spot, as some programs have limited spaces available.
Hysteria in Salem will be presented at 6 pm Thursday, Oct. 16. Terry Lynch will perform as Magistrate John Hathorne to recount the hysteria, paranoia, and resulting trials that took place during the mid-17th Century in Salem, Massachusetts. This program is appropriate for 6th graders through adults, but not recommended for younger children.
Costumed Dance Party will be held at 1 pm Saturday, Oct. 18. Library staff member Eloise will put her years of dance training to good use by hosting this fun event. Grade school children are invited to put on their Halloween costumes and do the Monster Mash and more!
“I’ve Been to Dwight” will be presented by Patti Drechsel at 6 pm Wednesday, Oct. 22. From 1879 to 1966, this phrase was used by tens of thousands of patients who were convinced that the Keeley Institute had cured them of their addiction to drugs or alcohol. Learn about this important piece of Dwight’s history.
The Haunted Library will return to Prairie Creek from 5-7 pm Saturday, Oct. 25. Sign up for your 15-minute timeslot to hear ghost stories and tour the library and grounds as it is set up like a haunted house. Older children are welcome to attend this event at parents’ discretion.
Shelf Indulgence Book Discussion Group will meet at 10 am on Tuesday, Oct. 28, to discuss “Her Hidden Genius” by Marie Benedict. All adults are welcome to attend this group. Copies of the book are available for borrowing at the circulation desk.
The Making of “I Love Lucy” will be presented by Todd Hunt at 6 pm Monday, Nov. 3. Journey back to the golden age of television with slides, audio, and video clips to reveal how this classic was created. Guests will learn about the life stories of cast members and the fascinating back stories behind classic episodes like the candy factory.
Cook the Books Cookbook Club will meet at 6 pm Tuesday, Nov. 4. The group will be trying out holiday appetizers and dips. The rule of the club is changing! Now, people may also bring old family recipes or others to try out if they choose; however, everyone is still invited to peruse the wide selection of books available at the library. Make a recipe and bring some to share. Discussion will center around recipes.
Crafting Mocktails will be presented at 6 pm Wednesday, Nov. 5. Guests will learn how to create four different mocktails and taste test them. Space is limited so sign up soon!
Dwight Area Quilters and Fiber Artists will meet from 10 am-4 pm Thursday, Nov. 6. This group is open to all adults. Come and go as your schedule allows.
Candle Making will meet at 6 pm Thursday, Nov. 6. Local candle maker Michelle Wright will lead the group in creating a simple pour candle. This craft is adults only.
Anne Shaw Heinrich Book Reading and Signing will begin at 11 am Saturday, Nov. 8. Join this author and former Dwight resident as she reads from her latest book. Anne will talk briefly about her book series, answer questions, and sign books. Some of the proceeds from this event will go to Safe Journeys, a nonprofit that supports victims of abuse.
S’more Senior Fun will meet at 1 pm Wednesday, Nov. 12. This senior social will include indoor s’more making and games to play. All seniors are invited.
The Last Charge of the Rough Rider – Teddy Roosevelt’s Last Days and His Plan to Charge the Germans in WWI with Rough Riders will be presented by author and historian William Hazelgrove at 6 pm Wednesday, Nov. 12. Attendees will hear about the final years of Roosevelt’s life which included devastation when he lost his son Quentin in WWI.
An Olive Oil Tasting will be held at 6 pm Thursday, Nov. 13. The Olive Bin will be on site to offer up a variety of flavors of olive oil and discuss which flavors work best for certain dishes. If you would like to request a specific flavor, check out the options at theolivebin.com and let us know.
To register for any of these programs, call 815-584-3061 or find the sign-up link on Facebook.
The library also offers ongoing programs for which you do not need to register in advance.
Stayin’ Fit and Active meets Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8 am. These are gentle workouts. Mondays will be chair yoga and exercises, Wednesdays will be core and strength, and Friday will be balance workouts.
Toddler Time meets on Wednesdays at 10:30 am and is for children from infancy through age 4 and their caregiver. The program includes stories, crafts, ASL signs, and activities. On Oct. 15, the library will welcome special guests, Dwight firefighters. The firefighters will read a story and then invited the kids to explore their fire truck.
An Ongoing Book Sale is happening now with items available in the foyer and upstairs meeting room, including books, large print books, DVDs, and audiobooks. The book sale is take what you want and pay what you want. However, we will be thinning our sale soon to make room for new donations, so shop soon!
For more information on any of these offerings, please call 815-584-3061.
