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An Imposter Among Us

December 15, 2020December 15, 2020 Youth Services

I think we’ll all agree that 2020 has been pretty SUS so far! Join us in playing “Among Us” in this outer space game of deduction and mystery. Who is the imposter? Can you stop them before they destroy the Read More …

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October is Fire Safety Month!

October 12, 2020October 12, 2020 Youth Services

Watch Ms. Patty’s special storytime, featuring Clifford the Big Red Dog, and then come to WNPL to pick up a free Fire Safety Bag donated by the Gurnee Fire Department! Throughout the month of October, stop by the Youth Services Read More …

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Virtual STEAM Ahead: Drawing Classes

June 12, 2020June 12, 2020 Youth Services

Calling all artists in grades 2-12!  As part of our summer reading program,  WNPL welcomes back popular art teacher Christine Thornton! This summer, she will teach two upcoming virtual classes: “How to Draw Dragons” Thursday, June 18 Dragons can be friendly Read More …

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Confronting Racism and Social Injustice with Kids

June 3, 2020June 3, 2020 Youth Services

Perhaps now more than ever, the news is full of stories and images that are challenging for adults to process, let alone for children to understand. Parents and caregivers have many difficult jobs, but talking about hard things with kids Read More …

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Little Barbarian by Rento Moriconi

June 13, 2019 Youth Services

Who doesn’t love a picture book that completely tells its story in pictures?  Throw in the cute shape of the book itself, charming watercolor illustrations and an intriguing plot, and you have The Little Barbarian by Renato Moriconi.  The title Read More …

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