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Winter Challenge

All Day 12/15 - 2/15

Library Branch: Byron Public Library District

Age Group: Baby-Toddler, Preschool, Grade School, Teen, Adult

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The Winter Challenge is open to all ages! Register on Beanstack or with the Beanstack app, beginning Dec. 15. Join anytime during the dates of the challenge!

Wriggle into Vermicomposting

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Open

Library Branch: Byron Public Library District

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Lecture

Registration Required

Event Details:

Turn those kitchen scraps into nutrient rich gold for your houseplants and garden! Join Illinois extension educator Bruce Black for a fun and informative demonstration on how to create your very own vermicomposting system.

Merry Makers: Crafts, Wraps, & Flicks

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Byron Public Library District

Room: Creative Studio

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cooking & Food, Movie & Music

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Get into the holiday spirit at the Byron Public Library! Join us for a cozy day of creativity and cheer at Merry Makers: Crafts, Wraps, & Flicks on Thursday, December 18th from 11:00am-7:00pm.

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All Day	This event is in the "Baby-Toddler" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Grade School" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Summer Challenge All Day 5/27–7/24 Baby-Toddler, Preschool, Grade School, Teen, Adult This event is in the "Baby-Toddler" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Grade School" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Age Group: Baby-Toddler, Preschool, Grade School, Teen, Adult Event Details: Partcipate in our summer challenge! Youth & teens can read books and/or complete activitities to a participate! Register at byron.beanstack.org or with the Beanstack app.
	This event is in the "Family" group "Is This Bus for Us?" StoryWalk®-Heritage Farm All Day 7/1–8/21 Family This event is in the "Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Room: Byron Forest Preserve: Heritage Farm Age Group: Family Event Details: Stroll the paved path and enjoy a story! This StoryWalk® is located at the Heritage Farm. Look for the red barn on River Road and park in the lot there. Current book: "Is This the Bus for Us?" by Harriet Ziefert. Leo and his sisters watch the various buses pass, some filled with farm animals, some filled sea creatures, as they wait for the right one to take them to the park.
	This event is in the "Family" group "The Legend of Rock, Paper, Scissors" StoryWalk®-Jarrett Prairie Center All Day 7/1–8/21 Family This event is in the "Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Room: Byron Forest Preserve: Indigo Trail StoryWalk Age Group: Family Event Details: Walk the trail and enjoy a story! The Indigo Trail is located at the Byron Forest Preserve near the Jarrett Prairie Center. Park in the lot by the Jarrett Prairie Center and look for the storyWalk® sign between the playground and the Jarrett Prairie Center. Walk along the prairie past the playground. The story starts near the woods. Current book: "The Legend of Rock, Paper, Scissors by Drew Daywalt. From the Kingdom of the Backyard, Rock searches for an adversary that might best him, meanwhile Paper and Scissors set off on their own quests for competitors.
			August Program Registration Opens-7:00 AM All Day Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Event Details: Registration for August programs opens today at 7:00 AM. Wondering about future programs? Programs open on the 15th at 7:00 AM on the month prior to the program. (August programs open July 15, September programs open August 15th, etc.)
9 am				This event is in the "Baby-Toddler" group Baby & Toddler Time-Wednesday July Session 9:30am–10:15am Baby-Toddler Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Baby-Toddler" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Baby-Toddler Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Join Miss Cathy for songs, rhymes, parachute, and playtime. For ages birth-36 months, with adult. This registration covers all 3 weeks of the July 2025 session. Baby & Toddler Class will be on break during August and resume in September. Disclaimer(s) Multiple Sessions This program is offered on more than one day/time; please register for one day/time only. This event is in the "Preschool" group Sandtastic Storytime-Wednesday 9:30am–10:30am Preschool Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Activity Room Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Stories, songs and movement, followed by kinetic sand play and toytime. For ages 3 years-entering K. Children attend without an adult. If your child needs extra support, please contact Julie.	This event is in the "Baby-Toddler" group Baby & Toddler Time-Thursday July Session 9:30am–10:15am Baby-Toddler Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Baby-Toddler" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Baby-Toddler Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Join Miss Cathy for songs, rhymes, parachute, and playtime. For ages birth-36 months, with adult. This registration covers all 3 weeks of the July 2025 session. Baby & Toddler Class will be on break during August and resume in September. Disclaimer(s) Multiple Sessions This program is offered on more than one day/time; please register for one day/time only. This event is in the "Preschool" group Sandtastic Storytime-Thursday 9:30am–10:30am Preschool Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Activity Room Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Stories, songs and movement, followed by kinetic sand play and toytime. For ages 3 years-entering K. Children attend without an adult. If your child needs extra support, please contact Julie.	This event is in the "Adult" group Abstract Doormat Kit 9:00am–5:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Age Group: Adult Program Type: Take Home Kit Event Details: It's time to spruce up your entryway with this abstract doormat craft kit! Everything that you need is included as well as step-by-step instructions and inspiration photos! No registration is required! First come, first served.
10 am		This event is in the "Family" group Dog Storytime for Families 10:00am–10:45am Family Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Family" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Activity Room & Meeting Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Take your stuffed dog through our stuffed pet care course, complete with agility, vet & grooming stations. Plus a dog themed search and find, art and activity stations! Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults (Register Children Only) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. All children, except for infants should register. Adults do not need to register.	This event is in the "Adult" group Needles & Hooks 10:00am–12:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Classroom 2 Age Group: Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts Bring your own project to work on. Enjoy camaraderie and conversations! No registration required.			This event is in the "Adult" group Friday Trivia 10:00am–11:30am Adult Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Games & Gaming Registration Required From movies to books to useless information, that's what trivia is all about. Here is your chance to show what you know! Join us the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month in the Meeting Room.
11 am				This event is in the "Grade School" group Water Bead Slide-Wednesday 11:00am–12:00pm Grade School Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Activity Room Age Group: Grade School Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Indoor water play meets engineering in this class for grade schoolers! Construct a slide for water beads. For youth entering 1st-5th grade in fall 2025. Youth attend without an adult. If your child needs extra support, please contact Julie.	This event is in the "Grade School" group Water Bead Slide-Thursday 11:00am–12:00pm Grade School Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Activity Room Age Group: Grade School Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Indoor water play meets engineering in this class for grade schoolers! Construct a slide for water beads. For youth entering 1st-5th grade in fall 2025. Youth attend without an adult. If your child needs extra support, please contact Julie.
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1 pm			This event is in the "Teen" group Global Treats for Teens 1:00pm–2:00pm Teen Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Creative Studio Age Group: Teen Program Type: Cooking & Food Registration Required Event Details: Let's explore treats from around the world! We ordered several boxes of treats from Snackcrate which assembled candy and snacks from different countries and regions, so we will experiment with tasting other foods. Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy or other allergens. This event is in the "Adult" group Bridge 1:00pm–4:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Classroom 1 Age Group: Adult Program Type: Games & Gaming Meet up at the library and play bridge! Attend one day or two. No registration required.		This event is in the "Adult" group Bridge 1:00pm–4:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Classroom 1 Age Group: Adult Program Type: Games & Gaming Meet up at the library and play bridge! Attend one day or two. No registration required.
2 pm		This event is in the "Teen" group Summer Teen Time 2:00pm–4:00pm Teen This event is in the "Teen" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Teen Department & Creative Studio Age Group: Teen Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming Event Details: Join our summer Teen Time in our teen department! Come hang out with friends, make crafts and play video games in a space that was created just for YOU! Come anytime between 2-4 pm- no registration required.	This event is in the "Teen" group Summer Teen Time 2:00pm–4:00pm Teen This event is in the "Teen" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Teen Department & Creative Studio Age Group: Teen Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming Event Details: Join our summer Teen Time in our teen department! Come hang out with friends, make crafts and play video games in a space that was created just for YOU! Come anytime between 2-4 pm- no registration required.	This event is in the "Teen" group Summer Teen Time 2:00pm–4:00pm Teen This event is in the "Teen" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Teen Department & Creative Studio Age Group: Teen Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming Event Details: Join our summer Teen Time in our teen department! Come hang out with friends, make crafts and play video games in a space that was created just for YOU! Come anytime between 2-4 pm- no registration required. This event is in the "Teen" group Teen Dungeons & Dragons 2:00pm–4:00pm Teen Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Classroom 2 Age Group: Teen Program Type: Games & Gaming Registration Required Event Details: Join our summer D&D group, which is open to new and experienced players! The two Dungeon Masters alternate weeks, so it would be best to pick one D&D campaign and come every other week, so you stay with one DM and epic journey!	This event is in the "Teen" group Summer Teen Time 2:00pm–4:00pm Teen This event is in the "Teen" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Teen Department & Creative Studio Age Group: Teen Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming Event Details: Join our summer Teen Time in our teen department! Come hang out with friends, make crafts and play video games in a space that was created just for YOU! Come anytime between 2-4 pm- no registration required.	This event is in the "Teen" group Teen Outdoor Extravaganza 2:00pm–4:00pm Teen Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Room: Blackhawk Meadow Park Age Group: Teen Program Type: Outdoor Fun Registration Required Event Details: Meet at the Blackhawk Meadow Park (2920 E Mill Rd) in Byron for an outdoor extravaganza! There will be giant Jenga, games of bags, Nerf guns and water balloons for some serious outside fun! Snacks will be provided. Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy or other allergens.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Family" group Cancelled Dog Days of Summer Storytime 6:00pm–6:45pm Family Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Family" group Cancelled Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Activity Room & Meeting Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Take your stuffed dog through our stuffed pet care course, complete with agility, vet & grooming stations. Plus a dog themed search and find, art and activity stations! Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults (Register Children Only) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. All children, except for infants should register. Adults do not need to register. Multiple Sessions This program is offered on more than one day/time; please register for one day/time only.		This event is in the "Adult" group Wednesday Night Readers 6:30pm–7:30pm Adult Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Byron Public Library District Room: Classroom 1 Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: From the celebrated author of The Nightingale and The Four Winds comes Kristin Hannah's The Women - at once an intimate portrait of coming of age in a dangerous time and an epic tale of a nation divided.

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