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MARCH PROGRAMS

Monday Night Movies
NOTE EARLIER TIME!
March 2, 4:00 pm The Great Outdoors (Universal Pictures, 1988) PG
March 9, 4:00 pm Under the Tuscan Sun (Walt Disney Pictures, 2003) PG-13
March 16,4:00 pm The Parent Trap (Walt Disney Pictures, 1961) G
March 23, 4:00 pm Now and Then (New Line Cinema, 1995) PG-13
March 30,4:00 pm Stand by Me (Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc., 1986) R
Please call the Circulation Desk if you would like more information about a particular movie night: 815-875-1331, ext 200. All movies are free and open to all.

Preschool Storytime/Craft
Tuesday, March 3, 10:30 am Lion with cupcake liner lion magnet craft
Tuesday, March 10, 10:30 am Pancakes with craft/activity TBA
Tuesday, March 17, 10:30 am Treasure TBA
Tuesday, March 24, 10:30 am with craft/activity TBA
Tuesday, March 31, 10:30 am with craft/activity TBA

Tuesday, March 3 Take-n-Make DIY Leprechaun Gnome Ornament Kits available starting March 3, while supplies last.

Wednesday, March 4, 5:30–7:30 pm Chess Club with Erik Czerwin. All ages and levels welcome.

Wednesday, March 4, 6 pm Chicks with Sticks (and Roosters Too!) (Knitting and Crochet Group) Experienced and novice knitters and crocheters are welcome to join in this social crafting time.

Thursday, March 5, 5:30 pm PPL Gardening Group 3rd Annual Seed Swap Patrons do not need to bring donated seeds in order to attend, but it is helpful for us to receive as many donations as possible so as we restock our “free little seed library” for the year.  Seed donations may be dropped off in the days prior to the event (and we will organize/package them) or donations can also be brought that evening.  The ages for this event are first grade and up but children under the age of 12 should be accompanied by an adult. 

Friday, March 6, 3:30–4:30 pm Read with a Dog Meet therapy dog Cash and choose a story to read with him! In the Youth Services area. (All ages welcome)

Tuesday, March 10, 5:30 pm Indoor Edible Gardens Indoor gardening is becoming more and more popular, come out and learn from our local Master Gardener. This program is presented by the Illinois Extension Office.

Wednesday, March 11, 5:30–7:30 pm Chess Club with Erik Czerwin. All ages and levels welcome.

Wednesday, March 11, 5:30 pm Music Jam Musicians of all levels are invited to attend, or just come to enjoy the performance!

Thursday, March 12, 1–2:30 pm Princeton Caregiver Support Group Altzheimer’s caregiver support group

Thursday, March 12, 3:30–5:30 pm Youth Dungeons & Dragons Junior high and high school. Meets on 2nd and 4th Thursdays. New players are welcome–check at the Youth Services desk for player sheets and more information.

Thursday, March 12, 6–7:30 pm Page Turners Book Club will discuss The Shadows We Hide by Allen Eskens. If you would like to order a copy, you may place a hold on PrairieCat, call (815-875-1331, ext 200), or stop into the library.

Friday, March 13, 3:30–4:30 pm Read with a Dog Meet therapy dog Cash and choose a story to read with him! In the Youth Services area. (All ages welcome)

Tuesday, March 17, 6:30 pm Covered Bridge Chorus 4-part acapella/barbershop performance


Wednesday, March 18 LAST DAY TO TURN IN THIS YEAR’S FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEMBERSHIP in order to participate in the Friends Book Sale Member Preview Night on March 25.

Wednesday, March 18, 5:30–7:30 pm Chess Club with Erik Czerwin. All ages and levels welcome.

Wednesday, March 18, 6:30–7:30 pm Blood Pressure & Glucose Checks In Home Care Connections will be sponsoring free Blood Pressure & Glucose Checks in the Café.

Friday, March 20, 3:30–4:30 pm Read with a Dog Meet therapy dog Cash and choose a story to read with him! In the Youth Services area.

Tuesday, March 24, 3:30–6:30 pm ImpactLife Blood Drive REGISTER ONLINE HERE Walk-ins are also welcome.

Wednesday, March 25, 5:30–7:30 pm Chess Club with Erik Czerwin. All ages and levels welcome.

FRIENDS OF THE PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY USED BOOK SALE
Wednesday, March 25, 4 pm–6:30 pm Members Preview
Thursday, March 26, 10 am –7 pm
Friday, March 27, 10 am –5 pm
Saturday, March 28, 10 am – 2 pm

Thursday, March 26, 3:30–5:30 pm — Youth Dungeons & Dragons Junior high and high school. Meets on 2nd and 4th Thursdays. New players are welcome–check at the Youth Services desk for player sheets and more information.

Thursday, March 26, 6–7:30 pm Logan High School Local History Presentations Each year David Gray’s 8th grade social studies students research an element of local history. A select number of Mr. Gray’s students will be presenting their history projects at the library!

Friday, March 27, 3:30–4:30 pm Read with a Dog Meet therapy dog Cash and choose a story to read with him! In the Youth Services area. (All ages welcome)