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Music & Movement

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Discovery Quarters at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby-Pre-K
Music and Movement:

Reading to babies is an important foundation for early literacy skills! There will be books, movement, songs, and more!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Discovery Quarters
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 9

Reading to babies is an important foundation for early literacy skills! There will be books, movement, songs, and more!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

person doing tai-chi arm motions

Tai-Chi & Meditation

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Event Details:

Start your afternoon strong with the right mind-set. Instructor Brian Thompson, from BNew4Life, teaches gentle Tai-Chi & Meditation to help you stay focused, alert, and an...

Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Start your afternoon strong with the right mind-set.

“I Have a Dream” Collage

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

We’re recreating Martin Luther King Jr.’s iconic and powerful speech– in our own handwriting! 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

We’re recreating Martin Luther King Jr.’s iconic and powerful speech– in our own handwriting! 

Lansing Garden Club

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Community Room at Lansing Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Monthly meetings.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly meetings.

2 boys ages 3-5yrs

Family Storytime

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby-Pre-K
Event Details:

Enjoy books, movement, songs, and more! Kids will learn important things like motor and literacy skills. At the end, Grab and Go crafts will be available to take home.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Enjoy books, movement, songs, and more! Kids will learn important things like motor and literacy skills. At the end, Grab and Go crafts will be available to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Coffee Break Cafe logo with a cup of coffee and coffee beans

Coffee Break Cafe

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Adult Department at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Event Details:

Do you enjoy specialty coffees, teas, and treats? Join us every Wednesday as we sip these delectable concoctions, mingle with like-minded individuals, and catch up on the news usin...

Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Adult Department
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Do you enjoy specialty coffees, teas, and treats? Join us every Wednesday as we sip these delectable concoctions, mingle with like-minded individuals, and catch up on the news using our 10th gen iPads. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

Girl scouts Troop #65732

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Room at Lansing Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Girl Scout Meeting.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Girl Scout Meeting.

Midweek Makers

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity with midweek makers. It will be a fun-filled hour of crafting, where teens can explore their artistic side and create unique projects.

Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity with midweek makers. It will be a fun-filled hour of crafting, where teens can explore their artistic side and create unique projects.

I-PASS Assist logo

I-PASS Assist

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult Department at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Informational Table
Age Group:
Adults Age 18+
Event Details:

The Illinois Tollway's I-PASS Assist program helps income-eligible individuals and families realize the benefits of I-PASS

Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Adult Department
Age Group: Adults Age 18+
Program Type: Informational Table
Event Details:

The Illinois Tollway's I-PASS Assist program helps income-eligible individuals and families realize the benefits of I-PASS

Children reading in indoor tent by the glow of a string of lights

Pajama Storytime

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby-Pre-K
Event Details:

Read good night books and sing lullabies to prepare your little ones for bed.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Read good night books and sing lullabies to prepare your little ones for bed.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

A vision board with pictures of friends and family on a baby blue background.

2025 Vision Boards

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Event Details:

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate is doing 2025 Vision boards! They will guide you through the essential steps to homeownership! Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or repeati...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate is doing 2025 Vision boards! They will guide you through the essential steps to homeownership! Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or repeating.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

Thelma Movie Poster

Lansing Library Cinema

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:15pm
Community Room at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults Age 18+
Event Details:

Lansing Library Cinema provides free movies, drinks, and treats! Come see newly released flicks with us on our 84in 4K TV!Watch the Trailer here!

Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Lansing Library Cinema provides free movies, drinks, and treats! Come see newly released flicks with us on our 84in 4K TV!

Watch the Trailer here!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

Girl Scouts GCNWI Troop #65802

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Quiet Room at Lansing Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Monthly meetings

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Quiet Room
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly meetings

Two women in winter gear, each holding a puppet

Firefly Theater

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Lansing Public Library
Age Group:
Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Family
Event Details:

Spark's Snow Day includes puppets, original music, interactive movement and lots of winter fun for families! The show is ideal for ages 2-7, but has something for all ages to enjoy...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Family
Required
Seats Remaining: 90
Event Details:

Spark's Snow Day includes puppets, original music, interactive movement and lots of winter fun for families! The show is ideal for ages 2-7, but has something for all ages to enjoy.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Historical Society (Family Oral Histories ~ Workshop)

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Stage at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Library Stage
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Wooden tabletop with dice and role playing game accessories

Adventurer's Club

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Brick Room at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults Age 18+
Event Details:

Answer the call of adventure as you defeat monsters, explore dungeons, and find treasure. This is an ongoing mini-campaign spanning three sessions for Basic Fantasy RPG, a tabletop...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Brick Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Answer the call of adventure as you defeat monsters, explore dungeons, and find treasure. This is an ongoing mini-campaign spanning three sessions for Basic Fantasy RPG, a tabletop roleplaying game. New players welcome. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

child age 12-18 months standing holding a ball while parents watch

Music & Movement

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Discovery Quarters at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby-Pre-K
Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Discovery Quarters
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 9

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

person doing tai-chi arm motions

Tai-Chi & Meditation

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Event Details:

Start your afternoon strong with the right mind-set. Instructor Brian Thompson, from BNew4Life, teaches gentle Tai-Chi & Meditation to help you stay focused, alert, and an...

Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Start your afternoon strong with the right mind-set.
2 boys ages 3-5yrs

Family Storytime

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby-Pre-K
Event Details:

Enjoy books, movement, songs, and more! Kids will learn important things like motor and literacy skills. At the end, Grab and Go crafts will be available to take home.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Enjoy books, movement, songs, and more! Kids will learn important things like motor and literacy skills. At the end, Grab and Go crafts will be available to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Coffee Break Cafe logo with a cup of coffee and coffee beans

Coffee Break Cafe

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Adult Department at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Event Details:

Do you enjoy specialty coffees, teas, and treats? Join us every Wednesday as we sip these delectable concoctions, mingle with like-minded individuals, and catch up on the news usin...

Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Adult Department
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Do you enjoy specialty coffees, teas, and treats? Join us every Wednesday as we sip these delectable concoctions, mingle with like-minded individuals, and catch up on the news using our 10th gen iPads. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

Midweek Makers

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Teen Island at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades 6-12
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity with midweek makers. It will be a fun-filled hour of crafting, where teens can explore their artistic side and create unique projects.

Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Teen Island
Age Group: Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity with midweek makers. It will be a fun-filled hour of crafting, where teens can explore their artistic side and create unique projects.

a person using a wood burning kit on a table. with words wood burning 101

Wood Burning 101

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Brick Room at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Event Details:

Want to learn more about the art of pyrography or start a new hobby? Get creative at our library wood burning event! Design and burn your own custom bookmarks in this hands-on work...

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Brick Room
Age Group: Adults Age 18+, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Want to learn more about the art of pyrography or start a new hobby? Get creative at our library wood burning event! Design and burn your own custom bookmarks in this hands-on workshop. All materials provided.

BINGO / Loteria cards

Family Bingo/Loteria

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family
Loteria/Bingo:

Head to the library for a fun night of family BINGO/LOTERIA (Mexican BINGO) and a chance to win a tasty treat!¡Diríjase a la biblioteca para una noche divertida de BINGO/LOTERIA fa...

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Baby-Pre-K, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12, Family
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Head to the library for a fun night of family BINGO/LOTERIA (Mexican BINGO) and a chance to win a tasty treat!

¡Diríjase a la biblioteca para una noche divertida de BINGO/LOTERIA familiar y la oportunidad de ganarse algo delicioso!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergy Alert

Food or drink will be served at this event. Please consult staff at the event regarding ingredients if you have food allergy concerns.

I-PASS Assist logo

I-PASS Assist

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult Department at Lansing Public Library
Program Type:
Informational Table
Age Group:
Adults Age 18+
Event Details:

The Illinois Tollway's I-PASS Assist program helps income-eligible individuals and families realize the benefits of I-PASS

Library Branch: Lansing Public Library
Room: Adult Department
Age Group: Adults Age 18+
Program Type: Informational Table
Event Details:

The Illinois Tollway's I-PASS Assist program helps income-eligible individuals and families realize the benefits of I-PASS