Barclay Public Library December Newsletter
11/22/2024
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Barclay Public Library 220 S. Main Warrensburg |
The library will be closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
Friends of Barclay Library Cookie Walk
Saturday, December 7th 9am – 11:30am
Illini Park Building 265 S. Main St.
Warrensburg, IL 62573 - $5.00 per pound.
Lions Club Toy Drive - in collaboration with Barclay Library, Dollar General, Warrensburg Village Hall and the Bank in Latham.
Buy one extra gift this holiday season to bless a kid in our community. We need gifts suitable for both boys and girls from infant to 18 years old. Drop off toys at Barclay Public Library, Warrensburg Village Hall, Dollar General, and State Bank of Latham.
New Free Databases
Educate Station-
A homeschool full curriculum resource.
EBSCO Databases-
Over 50 databases on a wide range of topics. Access these databases at www.barclaylibrary.org
KIDS & TEENS
*Storytime at Barclay Library
Tuesday’s at 10:30am
*Storytime at Harristown Community Center
Tuesday’s at 2:00pm
Join us every Tuesday morning for a new story and craft! Storytime is a first step toward building literacy and social skills for your child. No registration required.
Music Makers
0-5 years old Fridays at 10:30am
Bring your little ones to make music each Friday! We will sing songs and play instruments! 0 – 5 years old. No registration required.
Santa’s Workshop
Saturday, December 7th, 10am – 11:30am at Barclay
Calling all Santa’s elves! Santa will be stopping by and needs your help making Christmas gifts for your loved ones! Join us for some holiday fun! We will be making Christmas cards, tree ornaments and other crafts. We will also have snacks, drinks and goodie bags!
Teen Mug Club at Barclay Library
Wednesday, December 11th at 2pm
Come hang out with other teens and learn how to design a mug using the Cricut. Drop in.
ADULTS
Crochet Christmas Stocking:
Tuesday, December 3rd, 6-7:30pm at Barclay Library
If you are comfortable with the basics of crochet but eager to expand your skill set, this is the class for you!
Canvas Gift Art Workshop:
Wednesday, December 11th, 6-7:30pm at Harristown Community Center
Design your own decorative present on canvas using paint and mixed media. Ages 14 and up.
Holiday Gingerbread Pot Painting:
Thursday, December 12th, 6-7:30pm at Barclay
Participants will transform ordinary terra cotta pots into whimsical gingerbread houses. Perfect for the holiday season! Ages 14 and up.
Beginner Crochet: Christmas Ornament Coaster
Tuesday, December 17th, 6-7:30pm at Barclay
Have you always wanted to learn the art of crochet but don’t know where to start? Our Beginner Crochet Class is perfect for you! https://tinyurl.com/3cf36ct2
BOOK CLUBS First Wednesday Book Club
Wednesday, December 4th at 10:30am
House of Lincoln by Nancy Horan is about a decade-old case of a murder with no body. Everyone welcome!
Second Saturday Book Club
Saturday, December 14th at 11am
The Many Lives of Mama Love by Lara Love Hardin is a memoir of a soccer mom who uses drugs, lies, steals, writes, and heals. Everyone welcome!
Clueminati/Third Wednesday Book Club
Wednesday, December 18th at 6pm
The Perfect Stranger by Megan Miranda. When Leah Stevens’ career implodes, a chance meeting with her old friend Emmy Grey offers her the perfect opportunity to start over. Everyone welcome!
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Teen Drawing Club
Saturday, December 21st 10am – 11am at Barclay
This program is led by a community member. Come draw, chat, and hang out with other teen artists ages 11-18. No registration required. https://tinyurl.com/3hjuwza6
PERSON OF THE MONTH
The Person of the month is Tony Anzalone for driving in the Halloween parade for us. Thank you!
Don’t forget to check out our e-books and audiobooks at www.barclaylibrary.org