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Explore the intersecting worlds of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in this hands-on program for kids in kindergarten through fourth grade. STEAM Club meets from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. every Monday school is in session, beginning September 9, at the Galena Public Library. Light snacks will be served. Sign up at tinyurl.com/gplsteam24

Who was Dr. Mudd and why was he sentenced to life in prison at Fort Jefferson after the Assassination of Lincoln? Follow the assassination, escape, trial, conviction, sentencing, and hanging of John Wilkes Booth and others in July 1865, and the recent efforts to have Dr. Mudd’s good name restored. Taught by Dr. Gordon Dammann.… Continue reading Highland Lifelong Learning: The Assassination of Lincoln and the Saga of Dr. Mudd

Welcome Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. The recipient of a Newbery Honor, a Printz Honor, a Carnegie Medal, an NAACP Image Award, and multiple Coretta Scott King honors, Reynolds' beloved and award-winning titles include Stamped (with Ibram X. Kendi), Stuntboy, the Track… Continue reading Raise Your Voice with Jason Reynolds (virtual)

Fifth through twelfth graders are invited to drop in and play board games, card games, and video games with friends! Snacks will be provided.

For youth in 4th-6th grade. Meets from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. every Thursday school is in session, beginning September 5. Tweens will get a chance to socialize with a new activity each week. Activities will include science experiments, arts and craft projects, gaming and more. Light snacks will be served. Transportation is available from… Continue reading Tween Time

Learn about fair housing laws, tenant rights, and landlord expectations and responsibilities. Presented by Josue Fernandez an educator with Consumer Credit Council Northern Illinois. Register to attend virtually here: https://bit.ly/3WuyUmY

Discover how retailers entice shoppers to make impulse purchases and how to avoid going overboard on your holiday shopping. Presented by Josue Fernandez an educator with Consumer Credit Council Northern Illinois. Register to attend virtually here: https://bit.ly/3LY4Hrs