Are YOU smarter than a Maroa-Forsyth 5th Grader? Probably not - unless you know how to research using databases! This week, Forsyth Public Library staff went into the MFGS 5th grade classrooms to teach them how to research their subject using the new Illinois State Library databases. These databases provide accurate, age-appropriate information including articles, encyclopedia entries and even e-books for all levels - from elementary students through adults.
Would you like to explore the database options available FREE just using your FPL library card? Head to https://www.forsythlibrary.com/o/fpl/page/databases to see all of the options available.
Next week, our 5th grade friends will visit FPL to take a tour and find books on their topic. We're looking forward to their Wax Museum presentations here in the library later this spring!
It's been said that books are like dreams you hold in your hand. Come let them take you anywhere at Story Time with Miss Kelsey. Everyone will do some dreaming through our whimsical stories, activities and craft. You're all invited to wear your jammies and bring a blanket, as well.
This week's activities at the Forsyth Public Library:
2024 was an AMAZING year at Forsyth Public Library - and we can't wait to show you what we have planned for 2025! Kicking off this month, be sure to check out our Adult True Crime Club on Jan 21 and Crafternoon Delight crafting time on the first and third Mondays of each month. Team Trivia is back on Jan 23 and every Saturday morning is a family-friendly drop-in from 10 AM - 12 PM. There's always something to do at FPL!
Family Game Night
Tuesday, January 14 - 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
All Are Welcome!
Grab the family and join us for Family Game Night at the library. We'll have lots of games, such as Tetra Tower, Trash Pandas, Slamwich, and many more to choose from. Come let your competitive side out and have a good time! We’ll have something for all ages and skill levels.
Calling all Freida McFadden fans! This week, FPL's Food for Thought Book Club will be discussing Never Lie and we'd love to have you join us on Thursday, January 9 at 6 PM (note: new later time) for a light meal and a lively discussion. No registration is required - just stop in!
Have you thought about joining one of our Book Clubs but weren't sure if you could fit something else into your calendar? Please remember - it's a book club, not a life-long commitment! You're more than welcome to pop in when there's a title or author that you're particularly interested in and then opt out if your schedule gets too busy. We won't judge!
Come play Hide 'n Seek with Frosty and his Friends!
Community Watch will not be held this month. Join us Tuesday, February 4 at 4:00 p.m. in the Community Room for our first meeting of 2025. Thank you!
Make Your Own Puzzle Drop-in
Saturday, January 11 - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
All Ages Welcome!
Stop in, grab a blank 16 piece puzzle, have a seat and use our markers, crayons and pencils to draw or write whatever you like. Take it apart and put it together again or slip it into an envelope and give it to a favorite person. You can even write a special note
on the back!
Available while supplies last so come in early!
The weather has calmed and the roads are passable. Come on in and see us!
Adult True Crime Club
Tuesday, January 21 - Age 18+
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
The True Crime Club won’t be just another book club. We’re looking for out-of-the-box ideas on all things criminal, such as watching & discussing documentaries, solving murder mysteries in-house, and, of course, reading now & then.
Anyone 18+ who enjoys a good mystery is welcome to attend. We’d love your input!
Come shake, rattle and roll with us during Story Time with Miss Kelsey on Friday, January 10. January the 8th is the birthday of the King of Rock 'n Roll, Elvis Presley, so let's celebrate with some cool stories, activities and a craft that just might make you wanna dance. It's gonna be a rockin' good time had by all.
This week's activities at the Forsyth Public Library:
Due to the weather, Forsyth Public Library is closed Monday, January 6. Stay safe!
It's important to be weather ready this winter. Head to FPL to get stocked up before the snow starts falling!
Just a few of the NEW books available at Forsyth Public Library this week!
Happy 2025 from FPL!
Need help planning a trip in 2025? Whether you're staying in the US or traveling out of the country, Hoopla has loads of travel guides to assist you in your quest. All you need is your library card to get things moving.
It's a brand new year and just about everyone has some goals or plans they'd like to accomplish. Let the library help you by stopping in for our 2025 Inspiration Board Drop-in. Inspiration boards can be a way to visualize your goals, using favorite quotes, drawings, even clippings from old magazines. Come get inspired with us.
Crafternoon Delight
1st and 3rd Monday of the Month in the Program Room
1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Need a quiet place to get your craft on? Bring everything you need for whatever you’re creating into the library. Two Mondays a month Crafternoon Delight provides a peaceful place for you to work. Whether it’s crocheting, drawing, painting, jewelry making - basically anything crafty - simply bring the supplies and equipment you need in order to get things done with limited interruption. You might even meet a fellow crafter to share ideas with.
You bring the project, we'll provide the space!
