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Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Library Board
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The Library Board of Trustees generally meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM in the meeting room at Dundee Library.  The Board is elected by the taxpayers to ser...

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Library Board
Event Details:

The Library Board of Trustees generally meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM in the meeting room at Dundee Library.  The Board is elected by the taxpayers to serve in a volunteer capacity.  Meetings are open to the public.

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Storytime with Miss Rachel @ RO

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Randall Oaks Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Storytime with Miss Rachel at RO:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles while learning some early literacy tips. All ages, but best for 2-6.

Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles while learning some early literacy tips. All ages, but best for 2-6.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

storytime setup

Storytime with Ms. Lisa @ RO

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Randall Oaks Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles all while learning some early literacy tips with Ms. Lisa. All ages, but best for 2-6. No need to register, just show...

Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles all while learning some early literacy tips with Ms. Lisa. All ages, but best for 2-6. No need to register, just show up to the Randall Oaks library!

Puzzle Swap

Puzzle Swap at RO

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Randall Oaks Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Bring in gently used puzzles to swap with fellow puzzle enthusiasts! 500-piece minimum. Join us after the exchange as we play BINGO for a chance to win a brand new puzzle.  &n...

Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Bring in gently used puzzles to swap with fellow puzzle enthusiasts! 500-piece minimum. Join us after the exchange as we play BINGO for a chance to win a brand new puzzle.   

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Hello Baby Storytime

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Family
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime geared towards our littlest patrons! This lapsit storytime will focus on singing, rhymes, and parent interaction to help develop early literacy skills. Ages...

Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime geared towards our littlest patrons! This lapsit storytime will focus on singing, rhymes, and parent interaction to help develop early literacy skills. Ages 0-24 months with caregiver, siblings are welcome. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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Storytime with Miss Rachel @ RO

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Randall Oaks Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Storytime with Miss Rachel at RO:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles while learning some early literacy tips. All ages, but best for 2-6.

Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles while learning some early literacy tips. All ages, but best for 2-6.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Pride Movie Night: The Mitchells vs. The Machines (Rated PG)

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Movies & Music
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Let's celebrate Pride Month with an awesome movie! Popcorn provided. The Mitchells vs. The Machines (Rated PG) A quirky, dysfunctional family's road trip is upended when they...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Movies & Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Let's celebrate Pride Month with an awesome movie! Popcorn provided.

The Mitchells vs. The Machines (Rated PG)

Kawaii Needle Felt @ RO

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Randall Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Teen
Event Details:

Learn to make a Kawaii Needle Felt animal. Grades 4-8  

Register
Required
Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth, Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn to make a Kawaii Needle Felt animal. Grades 4-8  

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Book Club at the Adult Activities Center

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs & More
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This month we will be discussing Coronation Year by Jenniffer Robson.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs & More
Event Details:

This month we will be discussing Coronation Year by Jenniffer Robson.

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Storytime with Ms. Lisa @ RO

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Randall Oaks Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles all while learning some early literacy tips with Ms. Lisa. All ages, but best for 2-6. No need to register, just show...

Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles all while learning some early literacy tips with Ms. Lisa. All ages, but best for 2-6. No need to register, just show up to the Randall Oaks library!

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Code Club: Digital Pixel Art

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Craft Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.M./Maker
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Learn to utilize Python coding to create your own fun pixel images! Registrants must have basic computer skills (right/left click, drag and drop, typing, etc.) in order to particip...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: S.T.E.M./Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn to utilize Python coding to create your own fun pixel images! Registrants must have basic computer skills (right/left click, drag and drop, typing, etc.) in order to participate. Grades 4-8. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

First Aid 101

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Randall Oaks Library
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Any time you are on an adventure, its good to know some First Aid basics! This will be taught by a certified instructor. Walk away with a needed skill, and some new knowledge in cu...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Any time you are on an adventure, its good to know some First Aid basics! This will be taught by a certified instructor. Walk away with a needed skill, and some new knowledge in cuts, broken bones, and burns. 

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Storytime with Miss Rachel @ RO

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Randall Oaks Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Storytime with Miss Rachel at RO:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles while learning some early literacy tips. All ages, but best for 2-6.

Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles while learning some early literacy tips. All ages, but best for 2-6.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Horror Book Club

Horror Book Club

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Craft Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs & More
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

We will be reading Such Sharp Teeth by Rachel Harrison. "During a night out, Rory Morris is attacked. She survives, but she’s unnaturally strong, has an aversion to silver, and ...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs & More
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

We will be reading Such Sharp Teeth by Rachel Harrison.

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Storytime with Ms. Lisa @ RO

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Randall Oaks Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles all while learning some early literacy tips with Ms. Lisa. All ages, but best for 2-6. No need to register, just show...

Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles all while learning some early literacy tips with Ms. Lisa. All ages, but best for 2-6. No need to register, just show up to the Randall Oaks library!

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Crochet Basics 2

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.M./Maker
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

*Prerequisite: You must already know how to create a starting chain and complete rows of single crochet stitches.    Expand your crochet skills by learning the double ...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: S.T.E.M./Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

*Prerequisite: You must already know how to create a starting chain and complete rows of single crochet stitches.   

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Code Club: Design a Shark Game

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Craft Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.M./Maker
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Looking to celebrate Shark Week? Come CHOMP down on some block coding skills and design a fin-tastic game! Registrants must have basic computer skills (right/left click, drag and d...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: S.T.E.M./Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Looking to celebrate Shark Week? Come CHOMP down on some block coding skills and design a fin-tastic game!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Smokey Bear

Smokey Bear Survival Camp at RO

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Randall Oaks Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.M./Maker
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Learn about how YOU can prevent forest fires, explore basic survival skills, and navigate a map all while celebrating Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday! Grades K-6 

Register
Required
Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: S.T.E.M./Maker
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Learn about how YOU can prevent forest fires, explore basic survival skills, and navigate a map all while celebrating Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday! Grades K-6 

I Love Me: Drumming Circle

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Movies & Music
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

The “I Love Me” programs are focused on self-care and self-love. Immerse yourself in drumming vibrations and cultivate a mindset of self-love and community. Learn about the benefit...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Movies & Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

The “I Love Me” programs are focused on self-care and self-love. Immerse yourself in drumming vibrations and cultivate a mindset of self-love and community.

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Storytime with Miss Rachel @ RO

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Randall Oaks Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Storytime with Miss Rachel at RO:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles while learning some early literacy tips. All ages, but best for 2-6.

Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles while learning some early literacy tips. All ages, but best for 2-6.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Beginner Punch Needle: Patches

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Corner 68 at Dundee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Punch your own patches! Choose from beginner designs or create your own and learn how hand tuft using a punch needle. Supplies will be provided. 

Register
Required
Library Branch: Dundee Library
Room: Corner 68
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Punch your own patches! Choose from beginner designs or create your own and learn how hand tuft using a punch needle. Supplies will be provided. 

storytime setup

Storytime with Ms. Lisa @ RO

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Randall Oaks Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles all while learning some early literacy tips with Ms. Lisa. All ages, but best for 2-6. No need to register, just show...

Library Branch: Randall Oaks Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, flannel stories, dancing, and bubbles all while learning some early literacy tips with Ms. Lisa. All ages, but best for 2-6. No need to register, just show up to the Randall Oaks library!