Programs and events
Warm Up with a Good Book! Winter Reading Program for Adults & Teens
January 2-February 28
Cozy up and read this winter with our Winter Reading Challenge for Teens & Adults! Pick up a reading log from the Library and earn a raffle entry for every 10 hours you spend reading. Four prize baskets are up for grabs! Whether you like novels, audiobooks, or graphic novels, every hour counts.
Raffle tickets can be submitted at the Library for your choice of 4 different prize baskets.
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Libraries Are Magic! Take Your Child to the Library Day
Saturday, February 7 | 10 am-12 pm
Help us celebrate "Take Your Child to the Library Day" and join us for some magical crafts and activities!
All ages. No registration required.
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Teens Teach Tech
Saturday, February 21 | 10 am-12 pm
Need help with your phone, tablet, or computer? Want to learn how to use social media, download apps, or troubleshoot a tech issue?
Stop by for free one-on-one help from local high school volunteers from the Mahomet-Seymour Interact Club. Bring your device and your questions.
All ages welcome. No registration required. Drop in anytime between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm.
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Kids Programs and events
Storytime
Tuesdays (February 3, 10, 17, 24):
Baby Storytime (ages 0-18 months) | 9:30-9:50 am
Toddler Storytime (ages 18 months-3 years) | 10-10:30 am
Wednesdays (February 4, 11, 18, 25):
Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5 years) | 10-10:30 am
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Growing Readers: Parent-Child Book Club
Tuesday, February 3 | 6-7 pm
Help the Library grow a community of readers with this parent-child book club for kids in grades 3-6 and their adult caregiver(s). In February, we'll discuss The Wild Robot by Peter Brown. Pizza and refreshments will be provided. Please register adults and children separately.
Grades 3-6 and adult caregiver. Please register.
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Elementary Explorers: Art Club
Wednesday, February 4, 11, 25 | 3:30-4:30 pm
Wednesday, February 18 | 1:30-2:30 pm
Join us every Wednesday for a fun, one-hour after school program! Activities will rotate monthly. We’ll usually meet from 3:30-4:30 pm, but we’ll move it up to 1:30-2:30 pm on early dismissal days.
Grades K-5. No registration required. 
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Preschool Playdate
Fridays (February 6, 13, 20, 27) | 10-11 am
Enjoy open-ended play time every Friday! Each session will feature a different assortment of toys and activities.
Ages 3-5 (younger siblings welcome). No registration required.
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Little Groovers
Thursday, February 12 & 26 | 10-10:30 am
Join us for a fun-filled music and movement program designed for toddlers and preschoolers ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Children will sing, dance, and move to a variety of exciting songs that engage their imaginations, enhance motor skills, and encourage social interaction.
Ages 2-5. No registration required.
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School's Out! Monday Movie Matinee: The Wild Robot
Monday, February 16 | 2 pm
Join us for a special movie on the big screen at the Library! Snacks will be provided. This month's movie is The Wild Robot.
Recommended for ages 5 and up. No registration required.
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Cartoon Club
Thursday, February 19 | 3:30-5 pm
Are you a cartoon fanatic? Join our Cartoon Club, a club for discussing cartoons instead of books! We’ll watch two episodes of a cartoon, and then discuss it in the same way a book club would. The cartoon we'll watch this month is Amphibia.
Grades 3-8. No registration required.
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Adults Programs and events
Teen After Hours Yappin' Hours: PowerPoint Party
Friday, February 13 | 5:30-8 pm
Calling all students in grades 6-12 who love to yap about anything and everything! The Library is hosting an after-hours powerpoint party for teens! You’ll have 30 minutes and free use of the library’s iPads to craft a brilliant slideshow presentation on the topic of your choice. Then, each participant will get 5 minutes to present their slideshow to a captive audience. Pizza and refreshments will be provided!
Grades 6-12. Registration required.
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Adults Programs and events
Paint Your Partner
Wednesday, February 4 | 6:30-8 pm
Grab your sweetheart, or your friend, and join us for a lighthearted evening of creativity and laughter! We’ll take on the viral Paint Your Partner challenge where you’ll paint a portrait of each other (no experience required). We’ll provide the supplies, snacks and mocktails. Just bring your sense of humor!
Adults. Registration required.
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Cookbook Club
Thursday, February 5 | 6:30-7:30 pm
Explore new recipes, share cooking tips, and enjoy delicious food together! This book club is perfect for adults who enjoy cooking and sharing food together. All experience levels are welcome. Choose a recipe from the selected cookbook to make and share with the group. This month's cookbook is There's Always Room at the Table by Kaleb Wyse.
Adults. Registration required.
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Tuesday Night Book Club
Tuesday, February 10 | 6:30-8 pm
Connect with fellow book lovers! Join us at the Library on the second Tuesday of each month as we discuss that month’s great read. This month, come ready to discuss James by Percival Everett.
Adults. No registration required.
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Keys to Homeownership: Learn How to Buy a House
Thursday, February 12 & 26 | 6:30-7:30 pm
Buying a home can feel hard, but it doesn’t have to be! Join local real estate agent Kurtis Decker with eXp Realty and special guests to learn how the process works. Each class will cover a different step, from getting a loan to closing day. Ask questions, meet local experts, and feel ready to buy your first (or next) home.
February 12: Get Financially Ready to Buy or Sell with Confidence
February 26: Ace Your Home Inspection Contingencies with Ease
Adults. Registration recommended.
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Murder Mystery Dinner: A Poisonous Promenade
Saturday, February 14 | 6 pmat the Farm Credit Building
Rent a tux, break out the Aqua Net and a strapless gown, and return to high school. This year’s murder mystery is set at Prom! Interact with the jock, the nerd, the stoner, the popular girl and more as you navigate a mystery pulled from all your favorite teen movies. Join us for “A Poisonous Promenade.”
Adults. Ticket ($55) required.
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Medicare 101
Tuesday, February 24 | 6:30-7:30 pm
Learn the basics of how Medicare works, what the different parts cover, and how to choose the right plan for your needs. Perfect for those approaching age 65, already on Medicare, or helping a loved one navigate their options. Presented by 360 Benefits Group
Adults. Registration required.
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