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Adult Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/5 - 3/14
DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Reading Challenge, Virtual / Online Options
Age Group:
Adults

Adults, read books from a selection of categories between January 5th and March 14th to complete the challenge!

Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Reading Challenge, Virtual / Online Options
Event Details:

Adults, read books from a selection of categories between January 5th and March 14th to complete the challenge!

Event Graphic for Puzzle Exchange on 1/17/2025

Puzzle Donations Accepted

All Day 1/11 - 1/16
DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Community / Social
Age Group:
All Ages

Do you have a puzzle collection that's just sitting on a shelf, waiting to be solved? Why not share the fun and donate them to your local library for a community puzzle exchange!

Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community / Social
Event Details:

Do you have a puzzle collection that's just sitting on a shelf, waiting to be solved? Why not share the fun and donate them to your local library for a community puzzle exchange!

children listening to a story

Preschool Storytime

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Woodruff Annex (A) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Children

Join Ms. Kelly for stories, music, and rhymes at a fun storytime for ages 3-6. 

Preschool Storytime will be repeated at the Tuesday Family Storytime.

 

Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A)
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Kelly for stories, music, and rhymes at a fun storytime for ages 3-6. 

Preschool Storytime will be repeated at the Tuesday Family Storytime.

 

TS Special Giving Paws Edition

Teen Scene Special Giving Paws Edition

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:30pm
Woodruff Annex (A+B) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community / Social, Food & Beverage, Computers & Technology, Movie
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Teen Scene is a place where students can hang out, eat their own snacks, and socialize. 

Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A+B)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community / Social, Food & Beverage, Computers & Technology, Movie
Event Details:

Teen Scene is a place where students can hang out, eat their own snacks, and socialize. 

The Crafters Collective

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Woodruff Annex (A+B) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community / Social
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your latest craft project and work on it alongside others the second Monday evening every month. No registration required - join us when you can!

Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A+B)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community / Social
Event Details:

Bring your latest craft project and work on it alongside others the second Monday evening every month. No registration required - join us when you can!

children listening to a story

Family Storytime

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Woodruff Annex (A) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
Youth, Infants & Toddlers, Preschool, Children

Join Ms. Kelsie for stories, music, and rhymes at a fun storytime for all ages. 

This program will be a repeat of the Preschool Storytime on Mondays.

 

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A)
Age Group: Youth, Infants & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Kelsie for stories, music, and rhymes at a fun storytime for all ages. 

This program will be a repeat of the Preschool Storytime on Mondays.

 

Teen Scene K-Pop Edition

Teen Scene Special K-Pop Edition

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:30pm
Woodruff Annex (B) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Community / Social, Food & Beverage, Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Join us today for some K-pop-inspired activities, crafts, and treats! Feel like dancing? Learn some new moves from visiting international dancer Paige Eacker. K-pop not your vibe?

Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (B)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community / Social, Food & Beverage, Computers & Technology
Event Details:

Join us today for some K-pop-inspired activities, crafts, and treats! Feel like dancing? Learn some new moves from visiting international dancer Paige Eacker. K-pop not your vibe?

K-Pop Characters

Pop Into K-Pop!

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Woodruff Annex (A) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community / Social
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens

Explore the World of K-Pop at the Library!
Join us for a fun-filled program featuring dancing, crafts, Korean snacks, and more as we dive into the exciting world of K-Pop!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A)
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community / Social
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the World of K-Pop at the Library!
Join us for a fun-filled program featuring dancing, crafts, Korean snacks, and more as we dive into the exciting world of K-Pop!

Photo of a woman knitting

Knitting for Beginners

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Woodruff Annex (A) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community / Social, Presenters
Age Group:
Adults

Learn basic knitting skills in this four-week series led by Debbie Foote. This series is perfect for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills. Please register to attend all four sessions. Materials are included. 

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community / Social, Presenters
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn basic knitting skills in this four-week series led by Debbie Foote. This series is perfect for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills. Please register to attend all four sessions. Materials are included. 

Teen Scene

Teen Scene Crafty Wednesday

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:30pm
Woodruff Annex (A+B) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community / Social, Food & Beverage, Computers & Technology, STEAM / Science
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Teen Scene is a place where students can hang out, eat their own snacks, and socialize. Teens will have an opportunity to complete a craft on Wednesdays.

Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A+B)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community / Social, Food & Beverage, Computers & Technology, STEAM / Science
Event Details:

Teen Scene is a place where students can hang out, eat their own snacks, and socialize. Teens will have an opportunity to complete a craft on Wednesdays.

CCDP Common Read

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Woodruff Annex (B) at DeWitt District Library
Purpose of Meeting:

This meeting is a book discussion event to discuss Amanda Ripley's book, High Conflict. There are usually anywhere between 12 and 18 people who attend these book discussions. Light...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (B)
Purpose of Meeting

This meeting is a book discussion event to discuss Amanda Ripley's book, High Conflict. There are usually anywhere between 12 and 18 people who attend these book discussions. Light refreshments (cookies and lemonade) will be served.

babies reading with parents

Baby Storytime

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Woodruff Annex (A) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
Infants & Toddlers

Join Ms. Kelly to share early literacy activities and playtime with your little ones. Enjoy songs, rhymes, short stories, and an opportunity to make new friends! Ages 0-2.

 

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A)
Age Group: Infants & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Kelly to share early literacy activities and playtime with your little ones. Enjoy songs, rhymes, short stories, and an opportunity to make new friends! Ages 0-2.

 

Teen Scene

Teen Scene

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:30pm
Woodruff Annex (A+B) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Community / Social, Food & Beverage, Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Teen Scene is a place where students can hang out, eat their own snacks, and socialize.

Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A+B)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community / Social, Food & Beverage, Computers & Technology
Event Details:

Teen Scene is a place where students can hang out, eat their own snacks, and socialize.

Event Graphic for Puzzle Exchange on Saturday, 1/17/2026

Puzzle Exchange and Sale

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Woodruff Annex (A+B) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Community / Social
Age Group:
All Ages

Today's the day to get new puzzles! If you've donated puzzles for this exchange, please bring your tickets with you. One puzzle = 1 ticket. 

Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A+B)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community / Social
Event Details:

Today's the day to get new puzzles! If you've donated puzzles for this exchange, please bring your tickets with you. One puzzle = 1 ticket. 

children listening to a story

Preschool Storytime

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Woodruff Annex (A) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Children

Join Ms. Kelly for stories, music, and rhymes at a fun storytime for ages 3-6. 

Preschool Storytime will be repeated at the Tuesday Family Storytime.

 

Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A)
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Kelly for stories, music, and rhymes at a fun storytime for ages 3-6. 

Preschool Storytime will be repeated at the Tuesday Family Storytime.

 

children listening to a story

Family Storytime

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Woodruff Annex (A) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
Youth, Infants & Toddlers, Preschool, Children

Join Ms. Kelsie for stories, music, and rhymes at a fun storytime for all ages. 

This program will be a repeat of the Preschool Storytime on Mondays.

 

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A)
Age Group: Youth, Infants & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Kelsie for stories, music, and rhymes at a fun storytime for all ages. 

This program will be a repeat of the Preschool Storytime on Mondays.

 

Teen Scene Karaoke

Teen Scene Special Karaoke Edition

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:30pm
Woodruff Annex (A+B) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Community / Social, Food & Beverage, Computers & Technology, Performance
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Teen Scene will have the usual space to hang out. In addition, we will have karaoke! Come show off your musical talent and have fun listening to your friends perform!

Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A+B)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community / Social, Food & Beverage, Computers & Technology, Performance
Event Details:

Teen Scene will have the usual space to hang out. In addition, we will have karaoke! Come show off your musical talent and have fun listening to your friends perform!

Photo of a woman knitting

Knitting for Beginners

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Woodruff Annex (A) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community / Social, Presenters
Age Group:
Adults

Learn basic knitting skills in this four-week series led by Debbie Foote. This series is perfect for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills. Please register to attend all four sessions. Materials are included. 

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community / Social, Presenters
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn basic knitting skills in this four-week series led by Debbie Foote. This series is perfect for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills. Please register to attend all four sessions. Materials are included. 

girl painting on an easel

Preschool Picasso

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Woodruff Annex (A+B) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community / Social
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

Let your child’s creativity shine in our fun, hands-on Preschool Picasso Program! Through painting, sculpting, and imaginative crafts, children explore colors, textures, and self-expression — all while developing fine motor skills

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A+B)
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community / Social
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let your child’s creativity shine in our fun, hands-on Preschool Picasso Program! Through painting, sculpting, and imaginative crafts, children explore colors, textures, and self-expression — all while developing fine motor skills

Teen Scene

Teen Scene Crafty Wednesday

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:30pm
Woodruff Annex (A+B) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community / Social, Food & Beverage, Computers & Technology, STEAM / Science
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Teen Scene is a place where students can hang out, eat their own snacks, and socialize. Teens will have an opportunity to complete a craft on Wednesdays.

Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A+B)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community / Social, Food & Beverage, Computers & Technology, STEAM / Science
Event Details:

Teen Scene is a place where students can hang out, eat their own snacks, and socialize. Teens will have an opportunity to complete a craft on Wednesdays.

babies reading with parents

Baby Storytime

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Woodruff Annex (A) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
Infants & Toddlers

Join Ms. Kelly to share early literacy activities and playtime with your little ones. Enjoy songs, rhymes, short stories, and an opportunity to make new friends! Ages 0-2.

 

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A)
Age Group: Infants & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Kelly to share early literacy activities and playtime with your little ones. Enjoy songs, rhymes, short stories, and an opportunity to make new friends! Ages 0-2.

 

Teen Scene

Teen Scene

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 2:45pm - 4:30pm
Woodruff Annex (A+B) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Community / Social, Food & Beverage, Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Teen Scene is a place where students can hang out, eat their own snacks, and socialize.

Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A+B)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community / Social, Food & Beverage, Computers & Technology
Event Details:

Teen Scene is a place where students can hang out, eat their own snacks, and socialize.

Photo of the SS Eastland Disaster

SS Eastland: Titanic of the Great Lakes

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Educational, Presenters
Age Group:
Adults

Although few have heard of it, anyone who hears the story could never forget it. The SS Eastland was the greatest loss of life in a maritime disaster on the Great Lakes when she flipped onto her side in the Chicago river in 1915.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Presenters
Registration Required
Event Details:

Although few have heard of it, anyone who hears the story could never forget it. The SS Eastland was the greatest loss of life in a maritime disaster on the Great Lakes when she flipped onto her side in the Chicago river in 1915.

children listening to a story

Preschool Storytime

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Woodruff Annex (A) at DeWitt District Library
Program Type:
Storytimes & Early Learning
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Children

Join Ms. Kelly for stories, music, and rhymes at a fun storytime for ages 3-6. 

Preschool Storytime will be repeated at the Tuesday Family Storytime.

 

Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: DeWitt District Library
Room: Woodruff Annex (A)
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Kelly for stories, music, and rhymes at a fun storytime for ages 3-6. 

Preschool Storytime will be repeated at the Tuesday Family Storytime.