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Cookbook Club

Do you love to cook, but need some inspiration? If so, Cookbook Club is for you. Make a recipe that goes along with the monthly theme and bring it to the library to share (along with a copy of the recipe).

March-Brunch
April-Salads
May-Cinco de Mayo

If you have any questions or would like to request accessibility accommodations, please contact Karan via email at kstorlie@rlalibrary.org.
Graphic Novel Book Club
Ages 10-14 - Passionate about art and storytelling? You’ve found the right place! Join other tweens in discussing a different graphic novel each month.There will be snacks and an activity related to the book. Copies will be available for checkout at circulation approximately one month before each meeting date.

Spring Books:
- March: Salt Magic by Hope Larson and Rebecca Mock
- April: Be Prepared by Vera Brosgol
- May: Squire & Knight by Scott Chantler
If you have any questions or would like to request accessibility accommodations, please contact Hannah via email at hhageman@rlalibrary.org.
Feel-Good Art

We all have hectic, fast-paced lives, so come to this program to relieve stress while painting, doodling, and making abstract art.

March: Made Up Maps
April: April Showers
May: Shadow Flowers

If you have any questions or would like to request accessibility accommodations, please contact Nichole via email at nwatson@rlalibrary.org.
Preschool Storytime
Ages 3-6 - Each storytime is created with age appropriate stories, music, movement, and a craft. All of our storytimes help get your child ready to read and help build their language skills.

If you have any questions or would like to request accessibility accommodations, please contact Julie via email at jbachinger@rlalibrary.org.
Bunny Bookmarks
Ages 9-14 - Spring into reading by creating bunny bookmarks made from soft felt! Your new fuzzy friend will be there to greet you each time you open a book. Materials will be provided.

If you have any questions or would like to request accessibility accommodations, please contact Sarah via email at sscheckel@rlalibrary.org or Stephanie at sgarcia@rlalibrary.org.
Beginning ESL/ Clases básicas de inglés

Come in for a beginner ESL class to start your journey learning English. Students will learn the basics for reading, writing, and speaking with basic vocabulary to describe family, home, food and other simple phrases. See calendar each week for location.

OPTION A: February 27 - March 19
OPTION B: April 2 - May 7
OPTION C: May 14 - June 18

Venga a una clase de ESL para principiantes para comenzar su viaje de aprendizaje de Inglés. Los estudiantes aprenderán lo básico para leer, escribir y hablar con vocabulario básico para describir la familia, el hogar, la comida y otras frases sencillas.
Intermediate ESL / Clases intermedias de inglés

Drop in for a 6-week session to start or continue your journey learning English. Students will learn more advanced reading, writing, and speaking skills with simple phrases for shopping, introductions, and getting around. See calendar for each location.

OPTION A: February 27 - March 19
OPTION B: April 2 - May 7
OPTION C: May 14 - June 18

Participe en una sesión de 6 semanas para empezar o continuar aprendiendo inglés.
En estas clases se aprenderá a leer, escribir y hablar con frases sencillas para ir de
compras, presentarse y desplazarse.

Opción A: Feb. 27 - Mar. 19
Opción B: Abr. 2 - Mayo 7
Opción C: Mayo 14 - Jun. 18
Tween Craft: Ceramic Painting
Ages 10-14 - It’s time to paint! Tweens are invited to paint a ceramic item of their choice. Be sure to dress for a mess.

If you have any questions or would like to request accessibility accommodations, please contact Hannah via email at hhageman@rlalibrary.org.
Teen Zone Arcade
Come unleash your gaming prowess, connect with friends, and explore a library of different games all within the Teen Zone! New Games will be rotated monthly. Snacks provided.

If you have any questions or would like to request accessibility accommodations, please contact Nick via email at nrodriguez@rlalibrary.org.
Library Board Meeting - Committee of the Whole
Special Library Board Meeting - Committee of the Whole

This Special Library Board Meeting will be held in the library's Meeting Room unless noted otherwise. All meetings will also be available online to allow for remote/virtual participation. Agendas and minutes can be found at http://www.rlalibrary.org/index.php/about/library-board/board-agendas-and-minutes

COVID safety precautions have been put in place in accordance with current, local mitigation guidelines. Please "click here" to read important safety reminders. To request accessibility accommodations, please contact us ahead of time at 847-546-7060 or adultservices@rlalibrary.org.

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Accessibility Hour

Join us on the 2nd Sunday of every month for an hour designated for individuals with sensory, autism, or other accessibility needs.
Our trained staff will provide personalized assistance and accommodate your requirements, including assistive technology, quiet spaces, and more.

Looking to get more out of the library without leaving the comfort of your couch?

The Round Lake Area Public Library is happy to present you with more options for home use using your devices.

Our FREE Digital Libraries Include:

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Each platform offers a wide variety of downloadable material that can be borrowed with your library card.
If you're looking mostly for e-books and e-audiobooks, Overdrive (Libby on mobile) is a good place to start.
Looking for a comic book, movie or more e-materials? Hoopla even has music!
And if you love reading magazines, RBDigital and Flipster offer a wide-range of magazines with an unlimited download number.

For more info on these platforms, click here.

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QUICK PICKS PODCAST

Readers advisory, but so much more! Books of all genres, videogames, board games, audiobooks, music, movies, TV shows, and all the media the library has to offer! In each episode, we'll feature multiple items in different categories that we recommend and why. Brought to you by the Round Lake Area Public Library, in Round Lake, Illinois, but to be enjoyed by adults and mature teens everywhere.