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Your public library wants to resource you with high-quality, engaging events that promote learning and equip our community to dream up new possibilities. On this page you will find helpful information about all kinds of upcoming programs. To sign up for an event that requires registration, visit the events calendar page by clicking here, stop by the library, or call 815-786-8308. To inquire about an event, a recurring program, or our video archives, or to suggest an event, please call 815-786-8308 ext.210. Click here to see our cancellation & refund disclaimer.

Upcoming

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wall of Thankfulness 
November 1st - 30th
William Faulkner once wrote, “Gratitude is a quality similar to electricity: it must be produced and discharged and used up in order to exist at all.” Here at the Sandwich Public Library, we invite the community to practice gratitude together by making something beautiful. From Nov. 1st-30th we will cover our entryway wall with those things for which we are thankful. Here’s how you can participate: Come to the library, write what you’re grateful for on a “thankfulness leaf,” and give it to a staff member. Then we’ll add it to our “wall of thankfulness.” Come by before Thanksgiving to see what our community is grateful for!  

Holiday Blood Drive
Tuesday, November 28th | 2:30pm-6:30pm
Registration is Required by November 27th. Walk-ins are welcome, but will be first-come, first-serve basis. 
Give someone a second chance at life during this holiday season. Come join us for our Holiday Blood Drive! All donors will be entered to win a Holiday Basket. 

2nd Annual Scrabble Tournament
Tuesday, November 28th | 6:00pm-7:45pm
Registration Required by November 28th at 4pm
Who will be crowned this year’s SPLD Scrabble champion? Play against other word lovers in a head-to-head tournament to find out! The winner will receive a new Scrabble set. Refreshments provided.

Holiday Movie Marathon
Wednesday, December 6th | 2:00pm-7:45pm
No registration is required. All Ages
Kicking off our "It's the Season of Magic" Month! Bring a blanket and join us for a Holiday Movie Marathon! When a man inadvertently makes Santa fall off his roof on Christmas Eve, he finds himself magically recruited to take his place. Watch how this man goes from modern day toy-maker, to the big man in the big red suit. Hot cocoa and cookies will be provided.

Tis the Night of Magic 
Friday, December 8th | 6:00pm-7:30pm
No Registration Required. All Ages.
Join us for a Holiday extravaganza at the Sandwich Public Library! Prepare food for reindeer, meet the Grinch, snap a pic with Old Saint Nick. Enjoy festive lights, a heartwarming movie, delicious treats, and enter to win a fabulous gift basket. It's a night of joy, laughter, and holiday magic – don't miss it!

Paint an Ornament 
Wednesday, December 13th | 6:00pm-7:00pm
Registration is Required. All Ages.
Our 2nd addition to our "It's the Season of Magic" Month! Come and join us for our Paint an Ornament night! We will be gathering in our big meeting room, to paint some ornaments. While we watch some classic holiday movies and drink some cocoa. Hot cocoa and cookies will be provided!

Holiday Cookie Decorating 
Wednesday, December 20th | 6:00pm-7:00pm
Registration is Required. All Ages.
As a part of our "It's the Season of Magic" Month! Come and join us for our Holiday Cookie Decorating night! We will be gathering in our big meeting room, to decorate some cookies. While we watch some classic holiday movies and drink some cocoa. All materials will be provided!

Renko Animal Shelter Adoption Event
Saturday, January 6th | 11:00am-1:00pm
A magical gathering of souls seeking companionship and love! Come out and see over a dozen adorable cats/kittens that are looking for their FUR-ever home. Our last event was successful at getting one kitten a home! 

Chakras & Crystals
Saturday, January 6th and 20th I 2pm-3pm
Come and join Natural Collective LLC as they provide you with a deeper understanding of the energetic properties of crystals and how they relate to the chakra system. In this class, we will embark on a journey through the seven main chakras, which are energetic centers within our subtle body. We will explore how these chakras correspond to different aspects of our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Through this exploration, you will gain insight into the interconnectedness of these energy centers and their influence on our overall balance and vitality. Registration is Requested, but not Required

Craft Night: Perler Bead Creations!
Tuesday, January 9th | 5:30pm-7:00pm
Come and make perler bead creations using our patterns or you can even design an original piece! All creations will be ironed by a staff member after the program. They will be available for pickup up on Friday, January 12th! This event is for ages 16+. Registration is Required. 

Tech Class w/ Steve Goodwin 
Tuesday, January 9th I 1:30pm-2:30pm
Having Technology problems? Come join us for this recurring program every month so you can develop the tools you need for everyday technology. Be able to identify and fix all internet, router, phone issues. Network management & accessory help, along with every tech skill that adults need. There is no "too small" or "too big" of a question to ask this tech enthusiast!  
Join us every 2nd Tuesday of the Month! Walk-ins are available from 1:30-1:50pm, and we also offer 20-minute private sessions that can be reserved in advance. These private sessions will be 1:50-2:10pm and 2:10-2:30pm. You can register online or in person at the library. 

Basics of Starting a Business
Wednesday, January 17th I 6:00-7:00pm
Registration is Requested, but not Required.
Come and join us for the 2-part workshop on learning how to start your own business!
Unfortunately, it is projected that over 50% will fail within five years. There are barriers to be overcome and challenges to be met if you are planning to start your own business. This 2 part workshop presented by the IL Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Waubonsee Community College will help you understand how to minimize your risks and take the next steps to business ownership.

You will learn:
-How to identify barriers
-How to know if you are ready to start your own business
-How to create a winning business plan
-The process for registering and incorporating your business

Handouts:
-Start-up Checklist
-Business financing options
-Top 10 Mistakes
-Sample Business Plan (from Bplans.com

Basics of Starting a Business
Tuesday, January 30th | 6:00pm-7:00pm
Registration is Requested, but not Required.
Come and join us for the 2-part workshop on learning how to start your own business!
Unfortunately, it is projected that over 50% will fail within five years. There are barriers to be overcome and challenges to be met if you are planning to start your own business. This 2 part workshop presented by the IL Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Waubonsee Community College will help you understand how to minimize your risks and take the next steps to business ownership.

In this second part of the 2-part workshop, you will learn:

What You Need to Know about Money and Starting a Business
Whether you are just starting your business, or are an established business owner, getting a better understanding of business finance is critical to having a successful business. This workshop presented by the IL Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Waubonsee Community College will help you better manage the financial aspects of your business and create the financial portion of your business plan.

You will learn:
-How to use financial data to make better business decisions
-How to use the provided template to create a financial forecast for your business plan
-What are financial statements, and what do they tell you about your business
-Business risks caused by poor financial management

Handouts:
-Business financing options
-Forecasting template and example

Discover Your Spirit Guide
Saturday, February 3rd and 20th | 2:00pm-3:00pm 
Please come and join Natural Collective LLC in this basic spirit guide class that is designed to provide a foundational understanding of spirit guides and their role in our lives. In this class, you will learn about the different types of spirit guides, how to connect with them, and how they can assist you on your spiritual journey.

Craft Night Presents: Fairy Jars
Tuesday, March 12th I 5:00pm-7:00pm
Welcome Spring with a pop of color and whimsy! During this craft session, we will decorate mason jars with magic and other effects to make homes for our tiny friends. You will go home with one Fairy Jar. Registration is Required, Spaces are limited. $5 Participation Fee. 

Chainmail Workshop
Tuesday, March 26th | 5:00pm-7:00pm
Want to unravel the secrets of chainmail? Come and join us for a thrilling workshop where you’ll learn to weave each individual ring into a masterpiece. Registration is Required. $10 Class Fee. Ages 15 years and older. 

Cancellation & Refund Disclaimer

  • If an event is cancelled by the library, a full refund will be made to all paid registrants.
  • If a paid registrant is unable to attend an event, a refund will be made only if the registrant cancels their registration with the library in the time frame set for that particular event. Unless otherwise specified, the cancellation deadline is 24 hours prior to the event, but each event may have its own specific cancellation deadline.
  • If a paid registrant does not attend an event and does not cancel their registration before the cancellation deadline, no refund will be made. Thank you for understanding.
  • If registering for a paid event online, your registration is not complete until payment has been made. If you pay with a credit card, your registration will be complete. If you choose to pay with cash or check, your registration is not final until payment has been made. We reserve the right to register someone else in your place if payment has not been made by the start of the event. Additionally, if you (1) register for a paid event online, (2) do not finalize your registration with payment before the event begins, (3) fail to attend the event, and if (4) we are not able to fill your spot with another paying registrant, you will not be permitted to attend another paid event until you have paid the registration fee for the prior event. If you are a Sandwich Public Library District cardholder, a fine with the registration amount will be placed on your card.
  • When a patron registers for a paid event, they agree to abide by this disclaimer.

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