Dwight’s library hosts several upcoming events
Prairie Creek Public Library in Dwight will host a number of upcoming events. These events are free and open to the public. However, due to limited space, registration is required. To register for any of the programs, please call 815-584-3061 or find a sign-up link on the library’s Facebook page or website, prairiecreeklibrary.org.
Our next Senior Social will be held at 1 pm Wednesday, April 8. This month, seniors will enjoy playing games together while having a springtime snack.
True Crime Discussion will be at 6 pm Thursday, April 9. This month, the group will discuss the disappearance of Molly Zelko. In a case so compelling Robert Kennedy came to Joliet to search for her himself, Molly was a crusading reporter investigating organized crime. She said, if anything ever happened to her, she would kick off her shoes as a sign. The shoes were the last trace of Molly in 1957.
Who was Duncan Hines? will be presented at 6 pm Monday, April 13. The name brings to mind box cake mixes, but Duncan was actually a traveling salesman who transformed the future of restaurant dining.
Livingston County historian Dale Maley will present The Life of Albert Cashier at 6 pm Thursday, April 16. During the Civil War, Irish-born Jennie Hodgers felt compelled to volunteer for the Union Army and transformed herself into Albert Cashier, who later settled in Saunemin.
Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us at 10:30 am Saturday, April 18, to learn techniques to use as they create their own Dragon Eye Painting.
American Artist Andy Warhol will be presented at 6 pm Thursday, April 23. Guests will learn about the life and art of Warhol, a successful magazine and ad illustrator who became a leading artist of the 1960s Pop art movement.
At 6 pm Monday, April 27, the library will have an Iced Tea Tasting with Kimberly’s Kupboard. This is open to teens and adults, and Kimberly will bring a variety of iced teas for taste testing.
Shelf Indulgence Book Discussion will meet at 10 am Tuesday, April 28. All adults are welcome to join. This month’s book is “Find You First” by Linwood Barclay. Copies of the book are available at the main circulation desk.
The library will introduce its new American Made Series at 6 pm Thursday, April 30, with Coke and Pepsi. This series will look at the stories of some American-made products and companies. This installment will present the origins of Coke and Pepsi, who created them, and how they stayed on top. We will have Coke and Pepsi products to try during the program.
Every Wednesday, Toddler Time will be offered for children aged 0-4 and their caregivers. This program includes stories, crafts, and activities.
Stayin’ Fit and Active morning workouts will be offered at 8:30 am each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, until March 16, when the time will move to 8 am. Tai Chi will be offered on March 16, 20, 23, 25, 30, and April 1, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, and 24. The class will revert to its regular format of chair exercises on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays when Tai Chi is not offered.
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