Join local historian Andrew Kercher in diving into the thrilling and chaotic "Bone Wars" of the 1870s, when rival paleontologists Othniel Marsh and Edward Cope raced to uncover the biggest and best-preserved dinosaur fossils across the American West. Their fierce competition led to the discovery of dozens of new species, from Triceratops to Stegosaurus, and laid the foundations of modern paleontology, even as their feud became one of science's most notorious rivalries.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
Learn how to stitch a complex design in a cuff bracelet using pony beads and thread! You can take home your project after!
They're heeeere...Fishflies are invading the Ira Township Library - in the best possible way! All ages are invited to stop in and create their own multi-media fishfly to display on our wall. Since these critters only live for one day, they make it count - and remind us to do the same. Come make something beautiful that celebrates the things you cherish most in life.
Explore the art of weaving and create your own colorful woven designs! Come learn about the history of loom weaving while making beautiful, textured pieces you can display. Please register, as supplies are limited.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
Join us for an evening of fun and relaxation at the Ira Township Library's Diamond Painting Club! Work on a wide variety of diamond painting projects as you enjoy the company of friends both new and old. Beginners welcome, registration requested.
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
Come celebrate the spirit of Independence Day with us by making some vivid chalk artwork. We'll learn some new techniques and create something you'll be excited to put on display for everyone to see. Registration is requested.
Join local historian Andrew Kercher in exploring the fascinating history of archaeology, from the treasure hunters and antiquarians of the 18th and 19th centuries to the scientific excavations and cutting-edge technologies used today! Learn about key discoveries, famous sites, terrible missteps and the ever-evolving methods that reveal how humanity has uncovered its own story buried beneath the Earth.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
Whether you just started penning your first short story or have seven novels under your belt, all authors are welcome to join our writing group. Come gain valuable feedback on your work and learn to effectively critique others in a supportive environment. Find inspiration and exchange writing tips with your peers at our monthly meetings. Please register, as space is limited.
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5.
Try your hand at Diamond Painting or bring your own w.i.p. (work-in-progress) and join us for friendship and crafting support from other crafters. Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross-stich, color, or something else entirely, all crafts are welcome!
Come join us on the second Tuesday of each month to engage in a lively discussion surrounding the current month's book selection! Please call to find out this month's title.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
Travel around the world through unique snacks and candy. Each month we will discuss and rate fun food from a new country at a different library branch. Food allergens might be present. All participates will be asked to sign a wavier
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5.
Stomp, chomp, and roar into reading with
Jurassic Joel's Magic Show!
Dinosaur-themed books of all sorts are brought to life with amazing magic, wacky stunts, and lots of audience participation.
Power up the Nintendo Switch for a night of gaming fun! Race in Mario Kart, build in Minecraft, and battle it out in Super Smash Bros. Stop by to challenge friends, try different games, and see who takes the win.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
Unearth your curiosity as we dig into the incredible science that's all around us!
Harness the power of pressure and energy with our Toilet Tornado!
Experiment with physical vs. chemical changes with our Disappearing Polymer!
Observe the effects of physical explosions, angles, and trajectory with our Hydro-Cannon!
And more!
If you didn't already love science, you'll really 'dig it' after experiencing Science Heroes!
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5.
Get ready to yell "Bingo!" Join us for a lively afternoon of classic fun at the Ira Township Library. Test your luck, enjoy some light refreshments, and compete for exciting prizes. Registration is kindly requested, as prizes are limited.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
Join us for an evening of fun and relaxation at the Ira Township Library's Diamond Painting Club! Work on a wide variety of diamond painting projects as you enjoy the company of friends both new and old. Beginners welcome, registration requested.
Hop the Knight Bus, pop through the Floo Network, or apparate directly to the library anytime on July 31 to grab a special treat and help us celebrate Harry Potter's birthday! Fantastic hand-decorated cookies made by our very own house elf will be available while supplies last, along with coloring pages and fun stickers. And, if you haven't yet entered our 'Journey to Hogwarts' raffle, be sure to drop your ticket in by today: we'll be pulling the winner on August 1st! Sponsored by the Friends of the Ira Township Library and the M29 Diner.
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5.
Build, create, grow! Join the Ira Library LEGO Club as we craft themed creations featuring animals, buildings, vehicles, and more. Your favorite LEGO builds will remain on display in the library until the next month's club!
Upcoming themes:
August - Land of the Dinosaurs
September - Ancient Egypt
Put your engineering skills to the test in this hands-on STEM challenge! Design and build a structure to protect a raw egg from a high fall. After your first drop, you'll have a chance to improve your design and try again. Can your egg survive?
Best suited for ages 6-12. Registration is requested, as space and supplies are limited.
Join us at the Ira Township Library for a fun blend of stories, crafts, and movement activities! Whether your child loves stories or is just discovering the joy of books, Storytime offers a welcoming space to build imagination, early skills, and connections with others.
Choose from a variety of colors, patterns, and styles to make a stand-out piece of string art that will be a beautiful addition to your home décor. Registration is requested, as supplies are limited.
Play is serious business! Through play, children develop their imaginations, vocabularies, and physical dexterity. Through play with others, they learn social skills like sharing and communicating. And in a playgroup, they can make new friends (and parents can, too). Join us every Friday morning at the Ira Township Library for a fun and educational playtime! Best suited for ages 0-5.
Try your hand at Diamond Painting or bring your own w.i.p. (work-in-progress) and join us for friendship and crafting support from other crafters. Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross-stich, color, or something else entirely, all crafts are welcome!