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Turkey Hideout STEM

2026-11-24 13:00:00 2026-11-24 13:45:00 America/Chicago Turkey Hideout STEM Design and build a structure to keep a turkey safe from becoming Thanksgiving dinner! This event is for children in Grades Preschool-2. Reddick Library - Community Room

Tuesday, November 24
1:00pm - 1:45pm

Add to Calendar 2026-11-24 13:00:00 2026-11-24 13:45:00 America/Chicago Turkey Hideout STEM Design and build a structure to keep a turkey safe from becoming Thanksgiving dinner! This event is for children in Grades Preschool-2. Reddick Library - Community Room

Reddick Library

Community Room

Design and build a structure to keep a turkey safe from becoming Thanksgiving dinner! This event is for children in Grades Preschool-2.

This event does not require prior registration; however, signing up will allow you to receive event reminders and notifications if the event is rescheduled or canceled.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Games and Activities |

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Children's Department
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Homeschool Art
Mon, Oct 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reddick Library - Community Room
We will be painting ghosts and black cats! Funding for this event was provided in part by the Illinois Arts Council and the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation.
Escape the Study Room Game - Werewolf-inator Lab
Tue, Oct 27, All day
Children's Department
You are working in the lab late one night and must finish the experiments before the full moon rises in 45 minutes. Walk in or reserve a room in advance to play the game and win a prize!
Ready, Set, Read!
Tue, Oct 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
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Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages 3-5 years.
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Tue, Oct 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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LEGO Club
Tue, Oct 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Use library LEGO pieces and display your build in the Children’s Department. This month’s theme is “Creepy”. This event is for children of all ages.
Escape the Study Room Game - Werewolf-inator Lab
Wed, Oct 28, All day
Children's Department
You are working in the lab late one night and must finish the experiments before the full moon rises in 45 minutes. Walk in or reserve a room in advance to play the game and win a prize!
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.
Escape the Study Room Game - Werewolf-inator Lab
Thu, Oct 29, All day
Children's Department
You are working in the lab late one night and must finish the experiments before the full moon rises in 45 minutes. Walk in or reserve a room in advance to play the game and win a prize!
No Tricks, Just Treats
Thu, Oct 29, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join us for a story and Halloween fun. We’ll have activities and create a snack. Costumes are welcome but not required. This event is for children in Preschool-2nd Grade.
Halloween Trivia
Thu, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join us for some Halloween trivia. Groups of 1-4 people will answer as many questions correctly as they can for a chance to win prizes. Halloween costumes are encouraged. Registration is required.
Escape the Study Room Game - Werewolf-inator Lab
Fri, Oct 30, All day
Children's Department
You are working in the lab late one night and must finish the experiments before the full moon rises in 45 minutes. Walk in or reserve a room in advance to play the game and win a prize!
Escape the Study Room Game - Werewolf-inator Lab
Sat, Oct 31, All day
Children's Department
You are working in the lab late one night and must finish the experiments before the full moon rises in 45 minutes. Walk in or reserve a room in advance to play the game and win a prize!
Trick or Treat at the Library
Sat, Oct 31, All day
Children's Department
Drop in any time during open hours to trick-or-treat and make a spooktacular craft. This event is for children and teens of all ages.
The Loop Group
Sat, Oct 31, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join fellow fiber artists for some craft time and conversation. Limited assistance and supplies may be available. All experience levels are welcome.
Escape the Study Room Game - Werewolf-inator Lab
Sun, Nov 01, All day
Children's Department
You are working in the lab late one night and must finish the experiments before the full moon rises in 45 minutes. Walk in or reserve a room in advance to play the game and win a prize!
Monthly Kit: Dried Sage
Mon, Nov 02, All day
Reddick Library
This month’s kit contains recipes and a sample of dried ground sage. Kits are available while supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of November 2nd.
Story Time @ the Woodland
Mon, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Nell's Woodland
Join us at Nell’s Woodland for a nature themed story time. Enjoy stories, music and a craft followed by a short hike through the park. This event is for children of all ages. Registration is required.
Monthly Kit: Dried Sage
Tue, Nov 03, All day
Reddick Library
This month’s kit contains recipes and a sample of dried ground sage. Kits are available while supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of November 2nd.
Ready, Set, Read!
Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join us for themed stories, songs, and a craft. Stay and play after the craft if you have time. This event is for children ages 3-5 years.
Pumpkin Guts Slime
Tue, Nov 03, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Come make stretchy, stringy slime with real pumpkin guts. This event is for children in Grades 3-6. Registration is required.
Monthly Kit: Dried Sage
Wed, Nov 04, All day
Reddick Library
This month’s kit contains recipes and a sample of dried ground sage. Kits are available while supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of November 2nd.
Shake, Rattle, Read!
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Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.
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Wed, Nov 04, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Play with a variety of toys, do some coloring, and read books in a low light, low sound environment. This event is for children of all ages and abilities. Registration is required.
Monthly Kit: Dried Sage
Thu, Nov 05, All day
Reddick Library
This month’s kit contains recipes and a sample of dried ground sage. Kits are available while supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of November 2nd.
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Thu, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Monthly Kit: Dried Sage
Fri, Nov 06, All day
Reddick Library
This month’s kit contains recipes and a sample of dried ground sage. Kits are available while supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of November 2nd.
The Loop Group
Sat, Nov 07, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join fellow fiber artists for some craft time and conversation. Limited assistance and supplies may be available. All experience levels are welcome. This event is for adults.
Manga Club
Sat, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reddick Library - Conference Room
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Girls Who Code Club - (Not Just for Girls)
Sat, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Department
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Board of Trustees Meeting
Mon, Nov 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
The public is invited to attend the monthly board of trustees meeting.
Ready, Set, Read!
Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join us for themed stories, songs, and a craft. Stay and play after the craft if you have time. This event is for children ages 3-5 years.
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Wed, Nov 11, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.
Wednesday Evening Book Group
Wed, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reddick Library - Conference Room
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Reddick Library - Community Room
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Reddick Library - Community Room
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Reddick Library - Community Room
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Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
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Reddick Library - Community Room
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Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
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Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
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Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Mon, Nov 16, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
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Reddick Library - Community Room
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Dungeons & Dragons
Mon, Nov 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
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Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Tue, Nov 17, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Ready, Set, Read!
Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join us for themed stories, songs, and a craft. Stay and play after the craft if you have time. This event is for children ages 3-5 years.
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Tue, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Reddick Library - Conference Room
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Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Wed, Nov 18, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Wed, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.
Nintendo Switch Tournament
Wed, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Come and join us for a Mario Kart tournament with our Nintendo Switch 2. Registration is required for this event. This event is for children in Grades 3-6.
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Thu, Nov 19, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
World Traveler's Book Club
Thu, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Travel the world through stories during this monthly book club for children in Grades K-3.
Food for Thought Book Club - "Half Baked Harvest Quick & Cozy" by Tieghan Gerard
Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
New members are always welcome to join. Participants will be asked to make a recipe out of the cookbook prior to each meeting and discuss their opinion of the results. This event is for adults
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Fri, Nov 20, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Gamer's Lounge
Fri, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
It’s Friday, time to hang out and play games! We will have board and card games ready for you. You can also bring your own Switch or take a turn on our Switch 2. This event is for Grades 7-12.
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Sat, Nov 21, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Dinosaur Discovery
Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Celebrate Dinovember with us! Join us for a variety of dinosaur-themed activities, crafts, and snacks. Dino-wear is encouraged but not required. This event is for children and teens of all ages.
The Loop Group
Sat, Nov 21, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join fellow fiber artists for some craft time and conversation. Limited assistance and supplies may be available. All experience levels are welcome. This event is for adults.
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Sun, Nov 22, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Mon, Nov 23, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Tue, Nov 24, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Ready, Set, Read!
Tue, Nov 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages 3-5 years.
Turkey Hideout STEM
Tue, Nov 24, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Design and build a structure to keep a turkey safe from becoming Thanksgiving dinner! This event is for children in Grades Preschool-2.
Yappers Book Club
Tue, Nov 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Reddick Library - Conference Room
Need a place to study or somewhere to hang out with friends? Bring schoolwork, a project, or a book to read for fun! This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.
LEGO Club
Tue, Nov 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Use library LEGO pieces and display your build in the Children’s Department. This month’s theme is “Grateful”. This event is for children of all ages.
Library Closes at 5pm
Wed, Nov 25, All day
Reddick Library
Reddick Library will close at 5pm.
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Wed, Nov 25, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Wed, Nov 25, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.
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