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ACTIVITY: Hex Bugs
Explore, build, create, and experiment at Homeschool Libratory! Each month, we’ll dive into one exciting topic through hands-on STEM challenges, experiments, and creative activities. In September, explore the world of Hex Bugs through two sessions of building, problem-solving, and play! Presented in partnership with ISU Extension and Outreach. Activities are designed with K–6th graders in mind, but all ages are welcome.
Calling all Pokémon enthusiasts! Join us for an action-packed hour of Pokémon fun!
We'll have games and activities all related to Pokémon, including Pokémon Battle Academy.
Please note: We will not be trading Pokémon cards during the program.
For kids ages 7-13.
Beginners welcome!
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Step into a book club with a twist!
In Pixel Pages, readers explore a featured book together, then bring the story to life by creating their own Bloxels video games!
This fall, we’ll read Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (novel or graphic novel), discuss the story, and design playable levels inspired by Percy’s mythological adventures, monsters, and quests.
Meets September–November.
Perfect for creative readers ages 8–13.
Registration required: bit.ly/pixelpages
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Usher in Autumn with this all ages, family friendly Harvest Fest!
Bring a Blanket or Lawn chair and enjoy a Free Live Concert!
Free activities include, pumpkin painting, harvest games, face painting, petting zoo, enjoy a smore and more!
Snap a photo with the Fall backdrop, wander through the story walk, enter to win a guessing contest and play games!
Hot Dogs, burgers, chicken sandwiches, beverages, and cookies will be available for purchase - you can even order to-go!
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Support the library and stock up on books, magazines, and more at the same time! Open during library hours!
October 2 = Friends Preview 1:00-4:15 PM
October 3 = Friends Fall Book Sale. Open to the public. 9:00 AM-4:15 PM
October 5-9 = Friends Fall Book Sale. Open to the public. 8:00 AM-close
October 9 = Harvest Festival (Friends Book Sale open to the public) 5:00-7:00 PM
October 10 = $2 a bag sale. Open to the public 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
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