MULD

:Ⓡ: Art Lab
2026-02-09 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Marengo-Union Library District, 19714 E. Grant Highway, Marengo, IL, 60152, United States
Ages 5-11
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:Ⓡ: :🅅: ILP: Still Afraid of the Dark: An Evening with R.L. Stine
2026-02-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Watch on Zoom
Ages 16+ ● Virtual

Join us with The Guinness Book of World Records’ “most prolific author of children’s horror novels,” R.L. Stine, to discuss his illustrious and still-expanding body of work.
Becky Spratford, acclaimed horror maven and editor of Why I Love Horror: Essays on Horror Literature, will join R.L. Stine in conversation.
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These events are made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of the Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

Art Lab
2026-03-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Marengo-Union Library District, 19714 E. Grant Highway, Marengo, IL, 60152, United States
Mondays are for makers! Come learn about a topic and create a masterpiece with us!
Shamrock Salt Painting: Create festive St. Patrick’s Day art using salt and paint! Watch colors spread and sparkle as you design your own lucky masterpiece.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
2026-03-19 18:30 - 19:30 | Marengo-Union Library District, 19714 E. Grant Highway, Marengo, IL, 60152, United States
This isn’t just volunteering; it’s leadership in action. Teens will have a voice in library programs, services and spaces, while developing skills in collaboration, creativity, and community engagement. Whether you’re passionate about books, tech, art, or making the library more inclusive and exciting, we want your ideas. Come be a part of something big. Your voice matters here.

Art Lab
2026-04-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Marengo-Union Library District, 19714 E. Grant Highway, Marengo, IL, 60152, United States
Mondays are for makers! Come learn about a topic and create a masterpiece with us.
Cotton Cherry blossoms: Using cotton balls and paint, participants will create beautiful blooming trees inspired by cherry blossom season.

Work Together Wednesday
2026-04-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Marengo-Union Library District, 19714 E. Grant Highway, Marengo, IL, 60152, United States
Emphasize teamwork, communication, and social-emotional development:

Parachute play: Lift, move, and bounce balls together.
Large group murals or crafting: Promote collaboration through shared art projects.
Group storytelling: Children contribute sentences or actions to a story.
Cooperative games: Scavenger hunts, relay races, or obstacle courses to develop teamwork and problem-solving.
Friendship web: Toss yarn while giving compliments to create a visual of social connections.

Teen Advisory Board
2026-04-16 18:30 - 19:00, 2026-05-21 18:30 - 19:00 | Marengo-Union Library District, 19714 E. Grant Highway, Marengo, IL, 60152, United States

Art Lab
2026-05-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Marengo-Union Library District, 19714 E. Grant Highway, Marengo, IL, 60152, United States
Mondays are for makers! Come learn about a topic and create a masterpiece with us!
Marble Painting: Try a fun and unexpected way to paint using marbles! Dip marbles in paint and roll them across a tray to create vibrant, swirling artwork.
