PROGRAM CALENDAR
Children's Programs
Story times and other fun programs are held each month throughout the year.
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Regular Programs:
Online StorytimeJoin us on Facebook every twice a week for a new story with Miss Angela! Every Tuesday & Thursday | 2 pm Free online program. On Facebook. 
Wow It's Wednesday!Grab a STEAM kit from the children's library and then join us on Facebook every Wednesday at 2 pm for an awesome new craft video from Miss Angela! Every Wednesday | 2 pm Free online program. On Facebook. |
Special Programs:
Rex Reader VisitsEveryone loves our library dinosaur, Rex Reader! Rex will be visiting the library to give away goody bags (with FREE books!) on the library lawn! Maybe he'll be dressed up for the upcoming holiday? Be sure to stop by and find out! If you're not able to catch Rex while he's here on December 8, you'll have another opportunity on December 22. Tuesday, December 8 | 10:00 am & 2:00 pm Tuesday, December 22 | 10:00 am Free program. No registration required. 
Hour of CodeWe live in a world surrounded by technology. And we know that whatever field our students choose to go into as adults, their ability to succeed will increasingly depend on understanding how technology works. But only a tiny fraction are learning how technology works. Only 47% of all high schools teach computer science. That’s why the Eureka Public Library is joining in on the largest learning event in history: The Hour of Code, during Computer Science Education Week (December 6-12). More than 100 million students worldwide have already tried an Hour of Code. Our Hour of Code is making a statement that the Eureka Public Library is ready to help kids in our community learn these foundational 21st-century skills. Kids will be able to take home a coding activity (no computers required!) to work on at home. With interactive, hands-on activities, kids will learn computational thinking skills in an approachable way. Learn more about The Hour of Code: http://hourofcode.com/us. The 'Hour of Code™'/'Hora del Código®' is a global initiative by Computer Science Education Week [csedweek.org] and Code.org [code.org] to introduce millions of students to one hour of computer science and computer programming. Wednesday, December 9 | 2:00 pm Free program. No registration required. |
Teen Programs
The library offers several monthly and annual programs for middle-school and high-school aged youth.
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Regular Programs:
EHS Book ClubThe EHS Book Club is on hold until further notice. 
Middle School PapercraftersMS Papercrafters is currently on hold. |
Special Programs:
American Red Cross Babysitting CourseIn-person babysitting classes are currently on hold, but there is an online option! Help your child be the best babysitter on the block by becoming certified through the American Red Cross. Designed primarily for youth ages 11 and older, this online course will prepare students to be better babysitters. Topics include how to provide care for infants and children; how to stay safe; what to do in an emergency; how to choose age-appropriate activities; and how to recognize and handle a variety of behaviors. Students will also learn the basics of starting a babysitting business. The course consists of six interactive modules featuring video, activities, games and tools babysitters can use to build their knowledge and skills and manage their babysitting business. This course, which includes a final exam at the end, takes about 4 hours to complete. Students who successfully complete the course will receive a printable certificate.
Registration is available through the American Red Cross website: |
Adult Programs
Educational and social programs are held throughout the month.
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Regular Programs:
Book ClubJoin us for Book Club the first Thursday of every month! 
Mystery Book ClubJoin us for Mystery Book Club the second Monday of every month! 
Program in a BagDecember's Program in a Bag: Take and Make Holiday Sheet Music Ornament Until we can do in-person programs again, we're launching a new Program in a Bag for adults. Every month there will be a new themed bag with a craft, book list, and other activities! For December we have a Take and Make Holiday Sheet Music Ornament! Pick up starting December 15. *First come, first served. While supplies last.* |
Special Programs:
How to Make a Photo Book [Encore Presentation]Want to send a photo book to loved ones for the holidays? We have an encore presentation of Librarian Debra Blunier's tutorial on how to make your very own keepsake photo book using popular online services! Debra has made more than 40 photo books over the years, so she definitely knows her stuff! In this recorded presentation, she will walk you through all of the steps to make a beautiful book of photos to give as a gift or keep as a walk down memory lane. Saturday, December 5 | 10 am On the EPLD Facebook page 
Pumpkins, Parades & Pies: Eureka's Pumpkin Festival Past [Encore Presentation]Did you miss Librarian Cindy O'Neill's live Zoom presentation? We're so happy to post the recording in this encore presentation! Take a step back in time and view a visual history of the Eureka Pumpkin Festival! The festival, which was held between 1939 and 1961, regularly averaged at least 50,000 attendees from all over Illinois and the Midwest. In 1947 film star and Eureka College alumnus Ronald Reagan and Illinois Governor Dwight Green attended, drawing national attention. Saturday, December 12 | 10 am On the EPLD Facebook page 
Dementia Conversations
EPLD is proud to partner with the Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter on this important program. When someone shows signs of dementia, it’s time to talk. Often, conversations with family about changing behaviors can be challenging and uncomfortable. This program offers tips on how to have honest and caring conversations to address some of the most common issues. Topics covered in the program include: » Going to the doctor » Deciding when to stop driving » Making legal and financial plans Please note: This program will take place online via the Zoom platform, NOT at the Eureka Public Library. Thursday, December 17 | 6:30 pm Free online program. Registration required before 5 pm on Wednesday, December 16. 
Immigration Puzzles: Tips for Documenting Your Ancestor's Journey [Encore Presentation]If you're sad that you missed out on Librarian Cindy O'Neill's genealogy presentation from last month, we will be posting the recording as an encore presentation! You may know where your ancestor immigrated from, but pinpointing exactly when and how can often be a challenge. The recording will go over a review of resources to check and a few case studies from Cindy's own family tree. Saturday, December 19 | 10 am On the EPLD Facebook page |
All-ages Programs
We try to offer monthly programs for everyone in the community!
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Ongoing programs:
Pages of Eureka projectPages of Eureka is a new program to get everyone in the community involved in sharing their stories. We have themed journals for different age groups (children, YA, and adult) that will be in circulation. Patrons are encouraged to check out one of the journals, add up to 5 pages of unique content, and return the journal for the next person to read and then add their own contributions. We are starting out with 12 journals (4 per age group), but hope to add more with additional themes in the coming months! |
Special programs:
Do Good DecemberPick up or print out a 'Do Good December' calendar and try to do a little bit of good every day this month! We'll be posting reminders of each day's prompt on social media with helpful suggestions and resources. Help us add joy and kindness to our community this holiday season!
Download and print: 
Starts Tuesday, December 1 | ||