This Week at RVDL
Thursday, April 7th
This Week at RVDL
Morning Yoga with Dassah
Fridays
Starting at 9 AM
"Morning is an important time of day, because how you spend your morning can often tell you what kind of day you are going to have." ~Lemony Snicket
Start your day at the library with Dassah!
*Kid friendly!
Blood Drive
Saturday, April 9th
from 10 to 1:00 PM
To register and appointment, please follow this link: https://login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/100934
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 9th
From 1:30 to 3:00 PM
Join RVDL Saturday, April 9th from 1:30 to 3:00 PM for a super fun Easter Egg Hunt! The hunt will take place rain or shine as it will be held inside of the library. There will be candy or prizes in every egg! Registration is required to attend. If you have any questions or if you would like to register, please call 309-523-3440, stop by the library, or register on our events calendar online at www.rivervalleylibrary.org. Hope to see you there!
Story Time
Every Monday
from 10 to 11 AM
Start your Mondays with a story! Story Times take place every Monday Morning. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and play!
Macrame with Michelle
Monday, April 11th
From 6:00 to 7:45 PM
Program is Full. Please call RVDL at (309) 523-3440 if you would like to be placed on a waitlist
Macrame is making a comeback, and we are excited to learn more!
Michelle Rhoades owner of Dizzy Daizy Creations from Durant, IA will be here to show us the ropes as we create hanging plant holders.
For more information about Michelle and her business visit dizzydaizycreations.com.
Robotics Club
Every Monday from 3 to 4 PM
&
Every Other Thursday (April 7th & 21st) from 6 to 7 PM
Great for kindergarten and up, all skill levels are welcome! Join us for an opportunity to try some coding and programming. You may even be able to defeat various robotics challenges!
Yoga
Every Tuesday
from 5:30 to 6:30 PM
This class is for all levels of experience. The instructor has 15 years of teaching Yoga and is a Registered Nurse who is committed to keeping students safe. We will look at strength, flexibility, relaxation and FUN. All are welcome!
Bunco with The Friends of River Valley District Library
Wednesday, April 13th
From 12 to 3:00 PM
Join the Friends of River Valley District Library for a fun day of Bunco!
Paint Your Own Piggy Bank
Wednesday, April 13th
From 4:30 to 5:30 PM
*Program is full
April 9th through 16th is National Money Smart Week! Let's get the kids on the path to saving by decorating their own piggy banks! Join RVDL on Wednesday, April 13th from 4:30 to 5:30 to paint and adorn ceramic piggy banks and learn about saving money!
Register on our online calendar, or call us at (309) 523-3440
Quilting by the River
Second Thursday of each month
starting at 1PM
Fourth Thursday of each month
from 6:00 to 7:45 PM
Join us upstairs in the community room to work on your quilting projects!
Teen Cosplay
Thursday, April 14th
From 6 to 7:45 PM
Ages 12 +
Dress as your favorite character and come on down to RVDL to show off your costume! There will be fun games and plenty of treats! No costume? No Problem! Come hang and enjoy the other activities we will have available!Dungeons and Dragons
Friday, April 15th & 29th
From 4 to 7:45 PM
Join RVDL every other Friday from 4-7:45 for the beloved fantasy tabletop roleplaying game, Dungeons and Dragons.
Games and More
Friday, April 15th
From 1 to 3 PM
For Adults who like to play games. We have card games, board games, puzzles, dominoes and much more.
Lego Club
Saturday, April 16th
From 11 to 12 PM
*We will meet on the third Saturday of April
Young Lions Roar - Poetry Workshop with Aubs
Saturday, April 16th
From 3 to 6:00 PM
To register for this program, register online on our events calendar, call us at (309) 523-3440, or stop in to register in person!
Closed for Easter
Monday, April 18th
We will be closed in observance of Easter. Happy Holidays!
Stitching and more
Every Wednesday (Besides the second)
from 5 to 8 PM
Join us at RVDL to work on your crafts!
Aztec Dance - Xochitl-Quetzal - Mexico's Ancient Culture and Living Tradition
Saturday, April 23rd
from 6 PM to 7PM
This program was made possible through IL Humanities Road Scholars Grant.
To register for this program, register online on our events calendar at www.rivervalleylibrary.org, call us at (309) 523-3440, or stop in to register in person!
Tales on the Trail at Dorrance Park
Sunday, April 24th
From 1 to 3 PM
Read a book while hiking the trails at Dorrance Park. There will be 3 stories on the trail. Other activities will be available by the playground for families to participate in.
Brought to you by: River Cities Rotary, Riverdale Interact, River Valley District Library, and Cordova District Library
Pinterest Night
Monday, April 24th
Starting at 6:30 PM
Join us for a fun night of crafts!
To register, call us at (309) 523-3440 or Stop by to sign-up in person!
An Evening with Nick Offerman and Jeff Tweedy
Wednesday, April 27th
From 7 to 8 PM
Join us for actor/humorist/woodworker Nick Offerman in conversation with musician/hiking buddy Jeff Tweedy, in this free virtual program!
This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration of public libraries offering high-quality events. Illinois Libraries Present is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office of 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.
Zoom Event Registration Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gQffphYOSVyMkn26Fd4QKg
OR
Story Share: Kids Tell Their Own Tales
Thursday, April 28th
From 4:30 to 5:30 PM
Join RVDL for a Story Share for kids! Whether sharing a story you created with the "Make Your Own Book" grab and go craft, a story from your last awesome vacation, or a crazy story you completely made up, we want to hear it! Snacks, drinks, and prizes will be provided! We can't wait to hear what you have to say!
To register for this program, register online on our events calendar, call us at (309) 523-3440, or stop in to register in person!
Blue Suede Book Club
Thursday, April 28th
From 6 to 7:45 PM
Deep dark secrets, violent mobsters, racketeering, loan sharking, gambling, extortion, family betrayal, and a daring procecution. All of this happening in our own back yard!
Join us as we discuss how the son of a mobster helped the FBI bring down one of Chicago's murderous crime families!
Stop by RVDL to reserve your Copy of
Operation Family Secrets by Frank Calabrese, Jr (with Keith & Kent Zimmerman and Paul Pompian)
Maifest Bus Trip
Saturday, April 30th
from 7:30 AM to 5 PM
Bus Leaves RVDL parking lot at 7:45AM and anticipated return time is 5PM.
There is a parade, food truck fare, cultural dance troupes, shopping, beer, wine, chocolate, and of course Maipole Dancers!
$40 per person after March 15th
Reserve your seat at the circulation desk today!
Fantastic Fiction
River Valley District Library
Library Hours
Monday-Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sunday: Closed
Email: rivervalley5@mchsi.com
Website: https://www.rivervalleylibrary.org
Location: 214 South Main Street, Port Byron, IL, USA
Phone: (309)523-3440
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RiverValleyLibrary/
Twitter: @RiverValleyLib