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In This Newsletter:
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Calendar of Events for December 2025
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January 2026 Highlights
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Check out our December events!
Stop by the library in December and pick up the December Take and Makes; act fast as supplies are limited!
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2025-2026
Winter Reading Challenge
Friday, December 19th, 2025 to Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Are you YETI for the 2025-2026 Winter Reading Challenge?
Pick up your tracking card starting on Friday, December 19th!
Kids Ages 0-12: Bingo
Your first bingo = a free book + snowflake to stick on our wall
Your next bingos (up to 9 total) = 1 sticker for each bingo to put on your snowflake
Blackout (complete the entire bingo sheet) = a drawing entry for a yeti Squishmallow
Teens Ages 13-18 & Adults: Read 4 books
and earn a free book
& 1 Drawing Entry for a travel mug + 2 gift cards
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Library Closed
Wednesday, December 24th & Thursday, December 25th
The library will be closed Wednesday, December 24th & Thursday, December 25th in observance of the holiday. We will reopen Friday, December 26th at 9:00am.
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Library Closed
Wednesday, December 31st & Thursday, January 1st
The library will be closed Wednesday, December 31st & Thursday, January 1st in observance of the holiday. We will reopen Friday, January 2nd at 9:00am.
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Explore More Illinois
Explore More Illinois is a free service provided by your library that provides instant online access to free and discounted tickets to museums, science centers, sporting events, zoos, park districts, theatres, and other fun and local cultural venues.
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Allerton Library Yoga
Tuesday, December 2nd, 9th & 16th at 9:30am
Tuesday, December 9th at 1:00pm
Hannah Batchelder from the Dewitt-Piatt Bi-County Health Department will be here to lead a yoga class in the program room.
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The Magic of a Christmas Carol
Tuesday, December 2nd at 2:00pm
Travel through time on a theatrical journey with The Ghost of Christmas Past, portrayed by historical presenter, Michelle Gibbons. The Ghost will awaken Charles Dickens to a lifetime of accomplishment, showing him all that was and all that could be. Dickens will learn of the bright and merry future he may have if he believes in the magic of the holiday season.
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BYOB: Bring Your Own Book
Tuesday, December 2nd from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Every month join fellow readers for BYOB (bring your own book) club. There is NO assigned reading; we will discuss books that we are currently reading. Light snacks and drinks will be provided. Until meeting time, happy reading!
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Adult Bingo
Monday, December 8th at 2:00pm
Join us for Bingo the second Monday of the month from 2-3pm.
Adults only program
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Lego Group
Mondays in December from 4:00pm to 4:45pm
Drop by the program room on Mondays in December to create and build. We can't wait to see your amazing creations!
Monday, December 1st
Monday, December 8th
Monday, December 15th
DROP IN PROGRAM
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
For ages 5-11 (K-5th Grade)
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Super Saturday: Holiday Ornament Making
Saturday, December 13th from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Join us in the program room for our annual Super Saturday: Holiday Ornament Making from 10:00am to 12:00pm.
DROP IN PROGRAM
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Recommended for families of all ages
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Lap Time
Lap Time will take place Wednesday, December 3rd, 10th, and 17th starting at 9:30am Lap Time is filled with fingerplay, books, and songs.
Recommended for 0-2 years old.
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Story Time
Story time will take place Thursday, December 4th, 11th, and 18th starting at 10:00am. Story time is filled with books, songs, instruments, and play.
Recommended for 3-5 years old.
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Play Time
Play Time will take place Friday, December 5th, 12th, and 19th from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Join us for free play in the program room and socialize with other families!
Recommended for 0-5 years old.
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Tween and Teen: Dungeons & Dragons
Thursday, December 4th from 4:00pm to 6:30pm
Learn How to Run a Dungeons & Dragons Game
If you've ever been curious about how to coordinate and run a D&D game, this is your opportunity! Join us in the program room to flex your creativity while socializing and learning some D&D basics. This is a great learning opportunity for those interested in building their own problem solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
DROP IN PROGRAM
For ages 11-18 (grades 6th-12th)
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Library Closed
The library will be closed Wednesday, December 31st & Thursday, January 1st in observance of the holiday. We will reopen Friday, January 2nd at 9:00am.
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Paper Project Palooza
Mondays in January from 4:00pm to 4:45pm
Join us on Mondays in the program room for a quick paper craft! Each week this month we will have a precut paper craft ready to assemble and decorate.
DROP IN PROGRAM
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
For ages 5-11 (K-5th Grade)
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Super Saturday: Pajama Story Time
Saturday, January 10th starting at 10:00am
Stay in your PJs and join us for stories and songs in the program room for this Super Saturday event!
Recommended for families of all ages
DROP IN PROGRAM
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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Illinois Libraries Present: Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig
Tuesday, January 13th at 7:00pm
Non-fiction history author, Jonathan Eig, will be joined in conversation by Mark Bazer.
This event is intended for adults.
Virtual Program
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Participants must register by 5pm the day of!
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Learn to Loop Knitting
Sunday, January 18th from 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Don't get thrown for a loop this winter! Cozy up and join us for a beginner's class and learn how to loop knit! We have an option of a scarf for beginners and a hat for those with a little more experience. This is a perfect intergenerational activity for a Sunday afternoon!
Recommended for ages 11+
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
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Exploring the Trails of Allerton Park
Tuesday, January 20th from 10:00am to 11:00am
Ready to escape the everyday and immerse yourself in nature? Allerton Park offers miles of diverse trails waiting to be explored! Join us for this informational program where we take a deep dive into Allerton Park and Retreat Center!
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