News & Programs

Wednesday, April 30 at 2 pm Shhh… we’re reading. Bring your own book or find one on our shelves for an hour of silent reading. Beverages and chatting are welcome.  

Wednesday, April 23, 5:30 pm Do you get calls, emails, or texts asking for personal information and are unsure what’s legit? You’re not alone! Wanda Moucha, Vice President and Deb Griffith, Senior Vice President from First National Bank and Trust will be here to explain the different ways scammers try to steal your information, common tricks they use and what … Read More

Friday, April 18, 3:30-5:30pm Hanging with your Peeps! Come create silly and edible Peep scenery as well as indulge in other Peep-related activities with a variety of treats. For grades 6-12.  

Friday and Saturday, April 11 & 12 during open hours. Stock up on gently used books, cds, and dvds & help support the library.  

Wednesday, April 9 5:30-6:30 pm Saving seeds is not difficult, and if you haven’t done it yet, now is the time to start! Amateur horticulturist and self-reliance expert, Michael Goodwin will be here to share the process of seed gardening and saving.

Stop in for a chance to win one of three drawing prizes. Rockton Businesses are celebrating with us! Show your Library Card at participating stores below for a special discount! After the Vine…10% off bottle purchases Buckets n Blooms…$10 off a $40 or more houseplant purchase in store Dee Dees…Free mini treat with purchase of a drink The Gem Shop…15% … Read More

Thursday, April 3 3:30-4:30 pm Come in & have fun creating a masterpiece. LEGOS provided by the library. Open to ages 7-13.  

Meet new friends by reading, watching, and discussing a different manga or anime each month. Optional craft provided. March 28, 3:30 to 5:30.

Bring your own book or find one from the library shelves for an hour of quiet reading. Beverages and chatting welcome. Saturday, March 15, at 11 am and Wednesday, March 26, at 2 pm.

Friday, March 21 3:30-5:30pm Come celebrate the luck of the Irish with an adorable + yummy gnome treat. All materials provided. Sign up at the library by March 17. For grades 6-12.

Wednesday, Mar.5+19 at 6 pm A group for knitters and crocheters. Share your skills, ideas, and projects. All experience levels welcome.  

Join us Friday, March 14, from 3:30 to 5:30 for The Princess and the Frog (rated G). Bring a friend! Popcorn provided.

Thursday, March 6 3:30-4:30 pm Come in & have fun creating a masterpiece. LEGOS provided by the library. Open to ages 7-13.  

Join others who like anime and manga every month. Meet new friends while reading, watching, and discussing anime. February 21, 3:30-5:30

An hour of fun exploration of robotics for kids ages 10 and up on February 20 from 4 to 5 pm.

Wednesdays, February 5 and 19, at 6:00. All experience levels welcome!

3:30 pm – 5:30 pm Join us in taste-testing America’s favorite cookie: Oreos! We will taste a variety of Oreo flavors and play Oreo related games. For grades 6-12

Survey We are seeking community input to help plan our future. All responses are strictly confidential and will only be shared in a summary report. No information will be shared that identifies respondents. The survey report will be used to plan future collections, services, and programs. Even if you do not have a library card, we welcome your input. If … Read More

Join us Friday, February 14th for heart cookie decorating. For grades 6-12 from 3:30-5:30pm.

Intro to Fruit Tree Pruning February 11, 1-2:30pm Register at go.illinois.edu/pruning2025 or call 815-986-4357

Friday, February 7, 3:30-5:30pm Join us for a showing of Groundhog Day, rated PG. Popcorn will be served.

Join us Friday, January 10, at 3:30 for Chaos Walking. Rated PG-13. Popcorn will be served.

Wednesday, January 8, at 5:30. Ann from Creative Memories will teach you how to preserve your memories. All materials provided to create an 8″x 8″ album. Bring 10-15 photos to the event. Register by January 4. $5 fee.

Happy New Year! We will close at 12pm on Tuesday, December 31. We will be closed on Wednesday, January 1.

Monday, December 16th from 4-5pm Teen Writer’s Club

December Library Listings are here! For the PDF version go to our Newsletter page.

November  29-December  21 Create a unique holiday gift by purchasing a book for Talcott’s Collection. Stop by our Adopt-A-Book display and choose a book to donate to the library as a gift for a loved one. You will receive an official certificate of adoption to present to them and a bookplate will be placed in the book with your names. … Read More

We are closing early at 5:30pm on Wednesday, November 27th and we will be closed Thursday, November 28th.

We will be closed Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25. Happy Holidays!

Thursday, Nov.21 4-5 pm Join us for an hour of fun as we explore and learn the basics of robotics. Open to ages 10 and up.  

Saturday, Nov.16 at 11 am Wednesday, Nov.27 at 2 pm Shhh…We’re reading. Bring your own book or find one on our shelves for an hour of silent reading. Beverages and chatting are welcome.  

Friday, Nov.15 3:30-5:30 pm Get ahead of the holiday rush, we’re making Dried Citrus Ornaments. All materials provided. Register at the library by November 11. For grades 6-12.  

Friday, Dec.20 3:30-5:30 pm Let it snow! We’re making snow scene ornaments. All materials provided. Register at the library by Dec.16. For grades 6-12.  

Join us for a showing of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Snacks will be provided. Rated PG-13. Friday November 8 at 3:30pm  

Join us for a presentation of various learning opportunities for adults 50 and older. Thursday, November 7 at 1pm  

November’s Library Listings are here! For the PDF version go to our Newsletter page.

Calling all preschool monsters, witches and ghosts…Talcott Free Library will be your host! Wear your costume and come join the fun as we Trick or Treat down Main Street (weather permitting) or inside the Library!  

Shhh…We’re reading. Bring your own book or find one on our shelves for an hour of silent reading. Beverages and chatting are welcome. Saturday, October 18 11am-12pm.

Teens join us for our new Anime Club. This Friday, October 18 3:30-5:30pm

New this fall at Talcott: STEM Club. Open to kids ages 10 and older. Join us Thursday, October 17, from 4 to 5 pm

Monday, October 14th the library will open at 1pm due to in-service staff training.

See the full PDF here: https://www.talcottfreelibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2024-octoberFINAL.pdf

New this fall at Talcott: STEM Club. Open to kids ages 10 and older. Join us Thursday, September 19, from 4 to 5 pm for an informational meeting–a parent is required to attend this meeting only.