Prize Drawing at the Byron Library

SUBMITTED PHOTO Tempo
Congratulations to Patricia Pirnat, who found the first of five golden tickets to win a $25 gift card in the Byron Library’s adult summer reading club! There are four more tickets waiting to be found, so keep reading!

Byron Public Library District announces programs
Each month the Byron Public Library schedules events, classes and activities geared towards youth and adults. Please register for all programs by calling 815-234-5107.
Prize Drawing at the Byron Library – The Byron Public Library District is pleased to announce the opportunity for a lucky drawing winner to obtain a voucher for two free tickets to Hamilton: The Exhibition. The exhibition on Chicago’s Northerly Island opened on May 28 and will continue through August 28. The drawing will take place on Wednesday, June 26 at 1:00 pm at the beginning of the library program, Yesterday Once More. Drop your name and contact information in daily at BPLD for increased chances to win!
Bilingual Kids – Session 1-Tuesdays: June 11-25, Session 2-Tuesdays: July 9-23,
10:00-10:45am, Ages: Entering 1st and 2nd grade. Bienvenidos! Listen to bilingual stories, play hands-on games, and learn the basics of Spanish. Register for one or both sessions; session 1 participation is not required to attend session 2. Please visit Byron.evanced.info/signup or call 815-234-5107 to register.
Library Madness – Wednesdays or Thursdays, June 12-August 1 (no class July 3 or 4), 11 am-noon, Ages: Entering 1st-6th grade. Building, making & creating for grade schoolers. New for summer: Pick the day/week that works for you! Each week requires a separate registration. Please visit Byron.evanced.info/signup or call 815-234-5107 to register.
Tween/Teen Scene – 1:30-2:30pm, Ages: 10-14 years. Each class requires a separate registration. Please visit Byron.evanced.info/signup or call 815-234-5107 to register.
Ice Cream Fest: Tuesday, June 18
Fairy Gardens: Tuesday, June 25
Engineering Challenge- Waterslides: Tuesday, July 9
Pizza Mania: Tuesday, July 16
Read & Play @ the Park – Monday, June 17, 10:00-11:00am, Ages: 4-9 years. Messy crafts, stories, games, and parachute play. Join us for summertime fun at Blackhawk Meadow Park. Dress for mess, wear tennis shoes and bring a water bottle. Please register through the Byron Park District.
Yesterday Once More: Music performed by Renee Christine Hein – Wednesday, June 26, 1:00-2:00pm, Join us for an entertaining tribute to the songs that defined the decades. Hits from the 40’s to the 70’s will bring you back to those special moments that have lasted a lifetime. She will serve up her altered renditions of favorites like “Unforgettable” (I’m Forgetful) and more song parodies to keep the fun rolling! Please visit Byron.evanced.info/signup or call 815-234-5107 to register.
Coffee with a Cop – Friday, June 28, 9:30-10:30am. Join your neighbors and officers for coffee and a conversation. No agenda or speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the police chief here in Byron. No registration is required!
Cut Your Cable Cord – Monday, July 15, 6:30-7:30pm. Michael Gershbein of Very Smart People will ehlp you navigate the complex world of streaming video services and devices and show you how to cut the cable cord, or at least lower your monthly cable bill. Netflix, Hulu, Roku, Apple TV, Smart TVs, and more – discover which combination is right for you! A Roku is now available for checkout at the Byron Library. Please visit Byron.evanced.info/signup or call 815-234-5107 to register.
Available at www.byron.lib.il.us – Getting ready to take your driver’s test? How about your permit, cdl or motorcycle test? The Byron Public Library District has the help you need. Log in to the Library website and click on Driving Test.