This document contains announcements for various events at the Byron Public Library District in Byron, IL during the month of March. There are many activities for children and families including story times, book clubs, craft programs and a trip to Lego Land. Adults can participate in trivia nights, computer classes, recipe club and more. The library is located at 100 S. Washington St. in Byron and has hours of operation from 9am to 8pm Monday through Thursday and 9am to 5pm Friday and Saturday.

1. 100 S. Washington St.Byron, IL 61010815-234-5107Fax: 815-234-5582www.byron.lib.il.us

2. HoursMonday 9 - 8Tuesday 9 - 8Wednesday 9 - 8Thursday 9 - 8Friday 9 - 5Saturday 9 - 5

3. MANGA ETCETERAMarch 203:00-4:00 p.m.6th-8th gradeCome to the library to discuss your favorite manga and for a fun Japanese-inspired activity.Pick up your copy of Hikaru no Go, Vol. 1 at the circulation desk.

4. Senior TriviaFirst & Third Friday of Each Month9:30 – 11:00 a.m.90 minutes of fast paced trivia!Join a team and win prizes for your trivia knowledge.

5. Speed ScrabbleWhen: Monday, March 22Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Who: Adults 21 and over

6. Library Bridge ClubMondays 1-3pmBeginners and lifelong bridge players: Get together with other card enthusiasts to learn and practice.

7. Write and illustrate your own story! Young AuthorsWho: 1st – 5th gradersWhen: Saturday, March 20Time: 10:00am—11:30am

8. Children’s Author Signing Saturday, March 2010:00-11:00 amJude McCanse, local Rockford author will make an appearance at Young Authors to talk about her new children’s book, “The Disappearance of Dawn”.

9. Art AcademyWednesdays4:00-5:00March 10-March 24Grades K – 2New session starts in March! To register your child please call:Byron Public Library District815-234-5107

10. Saturday ScrapsK – 4th gradersMarch 6 10:00-11:305th – 8th gradersMarch 20 12:30-2:00To register, please call:Byron Public Library District815-234-5107

11. Lego Land Trip Schaumburg, ILMarch 30 9:00am-4:00pm$25 per person (Lunch not included)If you enjoy Lego's and want to see more, join us on a Spring Break trip to the suburbs. We will visit Lego Land Discovery Centre at the Streets of Woodfield and have a late lunch at Moretti’s before heading home.

12. March Story HoursMarch 11, 18, 25ThursdaysToddlers ages 24 – 36 months9:30 – 10:15 am, 11:00 – 11:45Preschool ages 3 – 59:30 – 10:30, 11:00 – 12:00, & 1:00 – 2:00

13. Baby BoogiesPlaytime for babies ages 7 – 23 monthsMarch 9-23Tuesdays10:30am – 11:15amRegistration Required*Ages will vary: class is designed for babies who are crawling or walking.

14. ChessMarch 6th and March 27th2:00 – 3:00pmFor adults, children and families. Learn from experts or just play!

15. Toy & Stuff DriveSkip the garage sale! Drop your stuff off at the library! We are looking for the following things to incorporate in our programs:Gently used toys with washable surfaces (balls, blocks, musical toys or noisy toys)Recyclables/ Craft SuppliesStuffed monsters, scary animals, mad scientist stuff for our summer reading program.

16. Getting Your Garden ReadyMarch 27th10:00-11:00Learn gardening techniques from a Master! Margo Ackland, a U of I Extension Master Gardener, will help you determine what kind of garden is best for you and the plants that will thrive there.

17. Cartoons & CerealSaturday morning cartoonsand cereal…all ages welcome!March 27th9:30 – 11:00

18. Boy’s Book ClubApril 76:30-7:30p.m.3rd-5th grade Not your typical book club… an hour of hands-on activities that relate to the book.Pick up your copy of Dragonwingsat the circulation desk.

19. Mother-DaughterBook Club Saturday, March 131:00-2:00 pmGrades 3-5

20. Mother-Daughter Book ClubSaturday, March 132:00-3:00 p.m.Grades 6-8

21. Wednesday Night ReadersWednesday, March 17, 20106:30-7:30 p.m.

22. Photo PreservationWednesday, March 31st 6:30-7:30Tips and tricks for preserving film or digital photos!

23. Heart Smart For WomenFebruary 9 – April 28Tuesdays, 12:00- 1:00A 12-week program that provides information and support for women of all ages to increase and maintain physical activity, make dietary improvements, and overcome obstacles.

24. Mouse SkillsFriday, March 12 10:00-11:00 Learn how to do basic functions using the mouse.

25. Read to a Lab!Thursday, March 11th5:00-6:001st—4th gradesDid you know that dogs like books too? Come and show off your reading skills with friendly black labs. Call to reserve your dog.

26. Recipe ClubFriday, March 12 12:00-1:30 Come with a dish and the recipe, try new foods, and learn about food blogging.

27. Starlight StoriesMonday, March 156:45-7:30 A family story time with sing-along songs and finger plays. Children age 2-5 and families welcome.

28. E-mail BasicsTuesday, March 16 1:30-2:30 Learn how to set up and manage your email account.

29. Computer BasicsWednesday, March 241:30 – 3:00 p.m.Sign up required.Learn computer functions and manage files and folders.

30. The Princess and The FrogWednesday, March 17 6:00-7:30 Come in and watch it on our big screen. Refreshments served. All ages welcome.

31. Lucky Library Reading ClubMarch 17- April 14 For adult readers: Starting St. Patrick’s Day, read 3 books in 4 weeks and enter the drawing for prizes. Tons of small prizes awarded to our Lucky Readers!

32. Fancy Nancy PartyFriday, March 19 3:30-4:30 Grades K-2Ooh la la! Join us for a splendiferous time making gorgeous tiaras and monogrammed accessories. R.S.V.P. please.

33. StampingEaster & Spring cardsMake a homemade card to give to someone special.When: Thursday, March 18Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Call to registerAll Supplies Provided