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1 event,Costume Swap (All Ages) Hayner Library KidsSpace at Alton Square Mall Costumes can be expensive! Let’s help each other out, reduce waste, and have some fun with a community swap! We can’t wait to see the spooky and creative costumes you bring. How to Donate: Bring any size or style of new or gently used […] |
1 event,If you love true crime and murder mysteries, this is your night! Team up with other teens to examine clues, dive into case files, and solve the mystery. Can you figure out whodunnit before anyone else? |
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The Old Bakery Beer Company, 400 Landmarks Boulevard, Alton Thursday, September 3 Social Hour: 6:00 p.m. Book Discussion: 7:00 p.m. Book Club Selections – September – The Bright Years by Sarah Damoff We’d love for you to join us for a drink and a discussion of our book club selections. Our social hour starts at 6:00 […] |
2 events,Search high and low around the KidsSpace library to find hidden clues. It’s a great way to explore the library, practice observation skills, and have fun along the way. Drop in and start your hunt! Join us for a Friday full of awesome activities: crafts, snacks, video games, and plenty of time to chill and hang out with other teens. Come relax, create, and connect! |
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1 event,All locations of The Hayner Public Library District will be closed on Sunday, September 6, and Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. |
1 event,All locations of The Hayner Public Library District will be closed on Sunday, September 6, and Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. |
3 events,Costume Swap (All Ages) Hayner Library KidsSpace at Alton Square Mall Costumes can be expensive! Let’s help each other out, reduce waste, and have some fun with a community swap! We can’t wait to see the spooky and creative costumes you bring. How to Donate: Bring any size or style of new or gently used […] Stop by and ask for your Make-or-Take Craft. Crafts will be available while supplies last. Do you love science, art, or just making cool stuff with your hands? Stop by the Hayner Library at Alton Square Mall TeenSpace to pick up a kit and get creative! Supplies are limited, so grab yours while they last. |
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Want to help shape the programs and events at Hayner Library? Now’s your chance! The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is looking for creative, fun, and motivated teens to share their ideas and help plan programs that teens want to attend. Whether it’s gaming nights, book clubs, crafting, or something totally new, your voice matters! Join […] |
2 events,Branching Out 2026 Genealogy Classes On the second Thursday of each month, library staff presents a discussion of a genealogy research topic. On the third Thursday, we gather around the fireplace, and each of us gets a chance to share family stories, photos, and projects. We learn from each other and have some laughs too! […]
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Visions of the Alton Piasa – Dr. Mark J. Wagner, Emeritus Professor of Anthropology, SIU Carbondale Hayner Library at Alton Square Mall Performance Room (Upper Level) Thursday, September 10, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. The “Alton Piasa,” or “Piasa Bird,” was a very large Native American painting located on the Mississippi River bluffs near Alton, […] |
2 events,Join us for a fun, interactive story time at Lucy Haskell's Playhouse. Bring your little ones and enjoy stories, songs, and smiles, in a charming historic setting. No registration is required . Join us for a Friday full of awesome activities: crafts, snacks, video games, and plenty of time to chill and hang out with other teens. Come relax, create, and connect! |
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Come explore, play, and have fun! This program is perfect for young children, birth to 4, and their caregivers. Toys, games, and activities will be provided. Enjoy a cup of coffee and connect with other caregivers while your child plays. We kindly ask that you help your child clean up when they’re finished. No registration […]
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Art in the Afternoon: Mary Frances Judge Genealogy & Local History Library Monday, September 14, 2:00 p.m. A native of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Mary Frances Judge now calls Alton home. Judge is an artist with a timeless perspective, piercing vision, and a compassionate spirit. Her paintings fascinate with their rich textures and color, and grab viewers’ […] Dive into the world of comics with other teens! Each month, we’ll read a comic (available on our Comics Plus database) and geek out together, sharing favorite moments, characters, and twists. Plus, you get to help pick the next comic for the club! Call Megan at (618) 433-2872 to find out this month’s title and […] |
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Join the carefree sounds of summer with UKE 66! Rick and Karen Maxson form the core of this ukulele band which has performed for audiences across the Midwest, West Coast, Japan, Mexico, and Hawaii. In Hawaii, they earned first place in both group (2019-2020) and solo categories, as well as Best Original Music (2019) at […] |
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Join us for an Overcooked adventure on the Nintendo Switch. Work together to beat challenging levels while preparing dishes like soup, burgers, pizza, and more. Teamwork is key. Can your crew handle the heat?
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September is National Suicide Awareness Month, and Hayner Library will welcome a representative from the A.R.C. Angels Foundation to present their program “Before It’s Too Late,” recommended for parents, guardians, and caretakers. This program focuses on how adults can recognize warning signs, generational barriers, how to be trusted individuals whom teens can go to for help, […] |
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What should we do when we are feeling a little anxious? Licensed Clinical Psychologist Dr. Shannon Walker will be joining us to discuss ways to calm down when worries pile up in your head. We will also read a story about a little boy who stands up to the “What-If Monster” who’s been hanging around […] Branching Out 2026 Genealogy Classes On the second Thursday of each month, library staff presents a discussion of a genealogy research topic. On the third Thursday, we gather around the fireplace, and each of us gets a chance to share family stories, photos, and projects. We learn from each other and have some laughs too! […]
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Adult Puzzle Race Challenge Hayner Library at Alton Square Mall Multipurpose Room Thursday, September 17, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. If you are at least nineteen years old and enjoy solving puzzles, gather a group of four people and sign up for the Hayner Library Adult Puzzle Race Challenge! Each team will receive a 500-piece […] |
2 events,Beginner or advanced, express your creativity and have fun making art at Jacoby Arts Center. Supplies will be provided. Wear clothes that can get messy! Space is limited, so please call (618) 433-2881 to reserve your spot. Join us for a Friday full of awesome activities: crafts, snacks, video games, and plenty of time to chill and hang out with other teens. Come relax, create, and connect! |
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1 event,Search high and low around the KidsSpace library to find hidden clues. It’s a great way to explore the library, practice observation skills, and have fun along the way. Drop in and start your hunt! |
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1 event,Do you love trying new projects and getting creative? Join our monthly teen craft program! Each month, we’ll explore a new, exciting craft that’s all about having fun, expressing yourself, and showing off your skills. Come hang out, make something awesome, and meet other creative teens! |
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1 event,Join us once a month for a fun movie on the big screen. We’ll have snacks available, but feel free to bring your favorites. After the movie, we’ll hang out and chat about what we watched: what you liked, what you didn’t, and what you’d change (or keep the same). |
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Writers Circle From the novice to the experienced, join us for a writing prompt to get creativity flowing and receive constructive feedback from your peers in a guided group discussion. The focus genre of our Writers Circle changes every month. Please call 1-800-613-3163 to register for this program. Please note: the July and August Writers […] |
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Wednesday, September 30, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Introduction to Healing Touch Gain insights into a soothing heart-centered practice that promotes balance in physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. Participants will learn the Self-Chakra Connection technique, which helps to open, connect, and balance energy centers, enhancing the flow of energy throughout the body. This […]
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Hayner Library has partnered with AARP to provide monthly tech classes throughout 2026! These classes cover an array of tech topics, from AI and smartphones to estate planning and online shopping. Join us for these upcoming dates to learn more about technology and how to make it work for you: Wednesday, July 29, 12:00 p.m. […] LEGO builders unite! Bring a friend and join other teens for an afternoon of creative LEGO fun. Build incredible designs, show off your skills, and compete for a chance to win a prize! |
6 events,Do you have Hayner Library materials that got lost under the couch or in the trunk of your car? Food for Fines is an excellent opportunity to return those items to the library and avoid the accrued fines. From October 1 through October 31, patrons with overdue Hayner Library items can pay their fine with […] Hayner Library is happy to announce our participation in the Illinois Heartland Library System's eighth annual Library Crawl. There are nearly 200 libraries in this year's crawl! Participating in the Library Crawl is easy. Pick up an IHLS Library Crawl passport from any Hayner Library location, have your passport stamped by at least five participating […] Hayner Library at Alton Square Mall and Downtown Library Thursday, October 1 – Saturday, October 31, 2026 Join us for our 2026 Adult Fall Scavenger Hunt! Hayner Library patrons ages eighteen and older can enter to win fun prizes by participating in a scavenger hunt around town and playing themed word games! Patrons will receive […] TeenTober is a nationwide, month-long celebration of reading, creativity, skill-building, and all things teen! To celebrate, we’re hosting a TeenTober Bingo Challenge packed with fun activities throughout the entire month. Complete reading challenges and activities to earn Bingo prizes. Participants can earn up to five Bingo prizes, plus a chance to win one of three […] Enjoy stories, songs, and a fun themed craft. This story time is for children ages 3-5.
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Alton City Hall, 101 East 3rd St., Alton Thursday, October 1, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Join us for the special opening event of the “Journey to Freedom: Illinois’ Underground Railroad” exhibit at Alton City Hall. Heather Feezor from Looking for Lincoln will share some background on the individuals highlighted in the exhibit and […] |
4 events,Hayner Library is happy to announce our participation in the Illinois Heartland Library System's eighth annual Library Crawl. There are nearly 200 libraries in this year's crawl! Participating in the Library Crawl is easy. Pick up an IHLS Library Crawl passport from any Hayner Library location, have your passport stamped by at least five participating […] Hayner Library at Alton Square Mall and Downtown Library Thursday, October 1 – Saturday, October 31, 2026 Join us for our 2026 Adult Fall Scavenger Hunt! Hayner Library patrons ages eighteen and older can enter to win fun prizes by participating in a scavenger hunt around town and playing themed word games! Patrons will receive […] We’ll gather at the start of the StoryWalk trail and experience a story in the fresh air, surrounded by nature. We look forward to sharing this special time with you! Who doesn’t love a good spooky movie in October? Join us every Friday night for a spooky movie and plenty of buttery popcorn! Gather with fellow teens for an evening of thrills, chills, and fun as we watch a different scary movie each week. This event is for teens only. Please call Megan at (618) […] |
3 events,Hayner Library is happy to announce our participation in the Illinois Heartland Library System's eighth annual Library Crawl. There are nearly 200 libraries in this year's crawl! Participating in the Library Crawl is easy. Pick up an IHLS Library Crawl passport from any Hayner Library location, have your passport stamped by at least five participating […] Hayner Library at Alton Square Mall and Downtown Library Thursday, October 1 – Saturday, October 31, 2026 Join us for our 2026 Adult Fall Scavenger Hunt! Hayner Library patrons ages eighteen and older can enter to win fun prizes by participating in a scavenger hunt around town and playing themed word games! Patrons will receive […]
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Genealogy & Local History Library Saturdays, October 3 and October 17, 2026, 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Two session workshop) A good obituary tells us a bit about the deceased—more than just when they were born and died, but how they lived. An exceptional obituary reveals their personality and priorities; it draws us into their […] |