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SUMMARY:YA Spooky Movie Night
DESCRIPTION: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) 433-2872 to register for this program.
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/ya-spooky-movie-night/2026-10-16/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T160000
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CREATED:20260929T165843Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Halloween Party
DESCRIPTION:Spooky season has arrived! If you love all things spooky\, join us for our Teen Halloween Party! Come dressed in your Halloween best and enjoy a frightfully fun afternoon with games\, activities\, treats\, and more. Please keep costumes fun and appropriate for everyone—no excessive gore or weapons (real or prop)\, and please be respectful of others. Please call Megan at (618) 433-2872 for more information.
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/teen-halloween-party-2/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261019T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T170032Z
CREATED:20260929T170000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T170032Z
UID:10009560-1792425600-1792429200@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:The Real Influence (Grades 6-12)
DESCRIPTION:Social media affects all of us whether we realize it or not. Some social media can have a positive impact on our social and mental well-being\, while other aspects of social media can have lasting and devastating  effects. In this live learning experience\, Lauren from A.R.C. Angels will discuss harmful aspects of social media such as addiction\, negative health effects\, cyberbullying\, and being mindful of what we post. This program also encourages young people to think outside of the box as we discuss realistic scenarios and how to handle crises.
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/the-real-influence-grades-6-12/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T110000
DTSTAMP:20260914T162928Z
CREATED:20260914T162928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T162928Z
UID:10008823-1792576800-1792580400@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Hayner Senior Social Club: The Planning Process
DESCRIPTION:Hayner Library at Alton Square Mall Performance Room (Upper Level)\nWednesday\, October 21\, 2026\, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. \nThe Hayner Senior Social Club is designed to be a welcoming place where seniors can foster connections with others and form friendships. The club will offer a variety of activities that will ensure there’s something for everyone. We want to extend an invitation to the seniors in our community to join us for a meeting to start the planning process. \nPlease call Sharon at (618) 462-0677\, ext. 2855\, to register for this program.
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/hayner-senior-social-club-the-planning-process/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T170304Z
CREATED:20260929T170252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T170304Z
UID:10009561-1792598400-1792602000@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Crafting Creations
DESCRIPTION:Love trying new projects and getting creative? Join our 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!
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/crafting-creations-4/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260914T162928Z
CREATED:20260914T162928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T162928Z
UID:10008824-1792692000-1792699200@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Jest Murder Mystery: The Haunted Hunter
DESCRIPTION:Hayner Library at Alton Square Mall Performance Room (Upper Level)\nThursday\, October 22\, 2026\, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nJoin the Jest Murder Mystery crew for a Ghostbuster-themed murder mystery featuring an eclectic group of detectives. You could step into the shoes of Sherlock Holmes\, Miss Garble\, or even one of the Hardly Boys! This evening promises to be filled with fun and intrigue. Let’s collaborate to solve this mystery!  Light refreshments will be available during this show. \nLimited seating is available. Please call 1-800-613-3163 to register for this program.
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/jest-murder-mystery-the-haunted-hunter/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T183000
DTSTAMP:20260929T164919Z
CREATED:20260929T164919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T164919Z
UID:10009547-1792771200-1792780200@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:YA Spooky Movie Night
DESCRIPTION: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) 433-2872 to register for this program.
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/ya-spooky-movie-night/2026-10-23/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T170401Z
CREATED:20260929T170401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T170401Z
UID:10009563-1793203200-1793206800@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Teen Lego Challenge
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/teen-lego-challenge-9/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T154458Z
CREATED:20260929T154458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T154458Z
UID:10009449-1793289600-1793293200@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Once Upon a Story Time & Songs
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Halloween season for a magical family library event! Children and caregivers are invited to step into an enchanted world where\, once upon a dream\, a gentle\, daydreaming princess and a powerful\, spell-casting sorceress come to life through a captivating story time and song performance with Enchanted Events. After the show\, families can capture the moment with a photo. Costumes are welcome\, and all ages are encouraged to attend an afternoon of storytelling and music. Don’t miss this spellbinding celebration at your library!
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/once-upon-a-story-time-songs/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T165105Z
CREATED:20260929T165105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T165105Z
UID:10009549-1793635200-1793638800@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Comic Chaos Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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\npick the next comic for the club! Please call Megan at (618) 433-2872 for more information.
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/comic-chaos-book-club/2026-11-02/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T110000
DTSTAMP:20261008T194107Z
CREATED:20260914T162927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T194107Z
UID:10008816-1793786400-1793790000@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Self-Care with Eileen Wolfington: Drum Circle
DESCRIPTION:Hayner Library at Alton Square Mall Performance Room (Upper Level)\nWednesday\, November 4\, 2026\, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. \nDrum Circle\nForge new friendships while experiencing a sense of calm and relaxation. Playing drums and other percussion instruments can help alleviate feelings of anxiety\, depression\, and stress. Participants will enjoy the  rhythm\, find relaxation\, and respond by playing along. No musical experience is necessary; drums and percussion instruments will be provided. Please call 1-800-613-3163 to register for this program.\nPlease call 1-800-613-3163 to register for this program.
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/self-care-with-eileen-wolfington-an-introduction-to-aztec-culture-music-and-dance-2/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T180000
DTSTAMP:20260929T165606Z
CREATED:20260929T165606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T165606Z
UID:10009556-1793808000-1793815200@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Teen Crime Stoppers
DESCRIPTION: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?
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/teen-crime-stoppers-6/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261106T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T170531Z
CREATED:20260929T170531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T170531Z
UID:10009565-1793980800-1793984400@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:YA Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Friday full of awesome activities: crafts\, video games\, and plenty of time to chill and hang out with other teens. Relax\, create\, and connect!
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/ya-fridays-2/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T190000
DTSTAMP:20260914T162926Z
CREATED:20260914T162926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T162926Z
UID:10008833-1794333600-1794337200@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Barry Cloud: Common Threads – A Showcase of the Best Songs from 1970s Songwriters
DESCRIPTION:Hayner Library at Alton Square Mall Performance Room (Upper Level)\nTuesday\, November 10\, 2026\, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nSinger-songwriter Barry Cloud will showcase beloved songs and their backstories from the iconic musical decade of the 1970s. This show will highlight some of the decade’s finest songwriting\, featuring artists such as David Crosby\, Cat Stevens\, Joni Mitchell\, Paul Simon\, Jim Croce\, Stephen Stills\, and the Eagles. \n Please call 1-800-613-3163 to register for this program.
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/barry-cloud-common-threads-a-showcase-of-the-best-songs-from-1970s-songwriters/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T170531Z
CREATED:20260929T170531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T170531Z
UID:10009566-1794585600-1794589200@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:YA Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Friday full of awesome activities: crafts\, video games\, and plenty of time to chill and hang out with other teens. Relax\, create\, and connect!
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/ya-fridays-2/2026-11-13/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260914T162925Z
CREATED:20260914T162925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T162925Z
UID:10008834-1794594600-1794600000@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Upon a Midnight Dreary: A Night with Edgar Allan Poe
DESCRIPTION:Hayner Library at Alton Square Mall Performance Room (Upper Level)\nFriday\, November 13\, 2026\, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nJoin us as we welcome Howie Hirshfield in his long-running role as Edgar Allan Poe for a night of history and literature. Poe will recount his life and final days and share selections from some of his most well-known pieces\, closing with a reading from The Raven. We will end the night with a question-and-answer session and photo opportunities. \nPlease call 1-800-613-3163 to register for this program
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/upon-a-midnight-dreary-a-night-with-edgar-allan-poe/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260914T162925Z
CREATED:20260914T162925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T162925Z
UID:10008835-1794664800-1794668400@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Forest Park Owls: Hunting and Feeding
DESCRIPTION:Hayner Library at Alton Square Mall Performance Room (Upper Level)\nSaturday\, November 14\, 2026\, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. \nMark H.X. Glenshaw is an award-winning naturalist who has closely observed and documented the lives of Great Horned Owls in Forest Park.  Mark has learned many of the owls’ hunting perches and has observed and documented many predatory attempts\, as well as the owls feeding themselves and their many owlets. His engaging and educational talk will cover these hunting and feeding behaviors\, and he will use many of his photos and videos to illustrate the amazing behaviors of these beautiful birds. \nPlease call 1-800-613-3163 to register for this program. \n 
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/forest-park-owls-hunting-and-feeding/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T170304Z
CREATED:20260929T170252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T170304Z
UID:10009562-1795017600-1795021200@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Crafting Creations
DESCRIPTION:Love trying new projects and getting creative? Join our 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!
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/crafting-creations-4/2026-11-18/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T170531Z
CREATED:20260929T170531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T170531Z
UID:10009567-1795190400-1795194000@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:YA Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Friday full of awesome activities: crafts\, video games\, and plenty of time to chill and hang out with other teens. Relax\, create\, and connect!
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/ya-fridays-2/2026-11-20/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261124T190000
DTSTAMP:20260929T164422Z
CREATED:20260929T164422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T164422Z
UID:10009541-1795543200-1795546800@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Jared Hennings Trio: Frank Sinatra
DESCRIPTION:Frank Sinatra was an actor\, producer\, and big band singer. From jazz standards and ballads to show tunes\, Ol’ Blue Eyes could sing anything. The Jared Hennings Trio will dive into some of Sinatra’s beloved favorites\, including Fly Me to the Moon\, My Way\, New York\, New York\, and The Best Is Yet to Come\, just to name a few. Please call 1-800-613-3163 to register for this program.
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/jared-hennings-trio-frank-sinatra/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T180000
DTSTAMP:20260929T165606Z
CREATED:20260929T165606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T165606Z
UID:10009557-1796227200-1796234400@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Teen Crime Stoppers
DESCRIPTION: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?
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/teen-crime-stoppers-6/2026-12-02/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T170531Z
CREATED:20260929T170531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T170531Z
UID:10009568-1796400000-1796403600@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:YA Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Friday full of awesome activities: crafts\, video games\, and plenty of time to chill and hang out with other teens. Relax\, create\, and connect!
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/ya-fridays-2/2026-12-04/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T165105Z
CREATED:20260929T165105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T165105Z
UID:10009550-1796745600-1796749200@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Comic Chaos Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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\npick the next comic for the club! Please call Megan at (618) 433-2872 for more information.
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/comic-chaos-book-club/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T170401Z
CREATED:20260929T170401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T170401Z
UID:10009564-1796832000-1796835600@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Teen Lego Challenge
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/teen-lego-challenge-9/2026-12-09/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T170531Z
CREATED:20260929T170531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T170531Z
UID:10009569-1797004800-1797008400@www.haynerlibrary.org
SUMMARY:YA Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Friday full of awesome activities: crafts\, video games\, and plenty of time to chill and hang out with other teens. Relax\, create\, and connect!
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/ya-fridays-2/2026-12-11/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261215T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261215T193000
DTSTAMP:20261009T131449Z
CREATED:20260914T162929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T131449Z
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SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED: Connie Martin Presents: Pre-Civil War Quilts: Secret Codes to Freedom on the Underground Railroad
DESCRIPTION:Hayner Library at Alton Square Mall Performance Room (Upper Level)\nTuesday\, December 15\, 2026\, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\n\nJoin Connie Martin as she tells the stories passed down to her great-grandmother\, Lizzie\, of how her family survived the antebellum period through trials and tribulations\, and how they used quilts that contained hidden codes and secret messages to assist abolitionists\, white and Black\, in guiding enslaved people to freedom through the Underground Railroad to Canada. \nDuring this presentation\, Martin shares eighteen different quilt patterns in replica quilts and refers to a book her mother\, Dr. Clarice Boswell\, wrote about their family called Lizzie’s Story: A Slave Family’s Journey to Freedom. Martin tells the history of the Underground Railroad\, safe routes\, and shares the history of key abolitionists that have been passed down to her\, a sixth-generation descendant of captured enslaved Africans forced into slavery in America. \nConnie Martin earned a Bachelor of Arts from Illinois State University and a Master of Arts degree from Aurora University. A retired middle school language arts teacher of thirty-two years\, she honored Black History every February by teaching African American famous firsts and honoring those individuals who contributed to improving life for all people. Martin has been on the roster of the Illinois Humanities Road Scholar Speakers Council since 2021. \nPlease call 1-800-613-3163 to register for this program. \n 
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/connie-martin-presents-pre-civil-war-quilts-secret-codes-to-freedom-on-the-underground-railroad/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Teen Holiday Wrapping Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Tired of boring and pricey holiday wrapping? Join us for our first-ever Holiday Wrapping Extravaganza! Just bring your gifts and your hands; we’ll provide the rest! We’ve got wrapping paper\, gift bags\, tissue paper\, tags\, and gift boxes ready for you. Enjoy a cozy holiday movie and great company while you wrap your presents. Want to bring your own wrapping supplies? That’s totally fine—come wrap\, chat\, and make new friends! Please call Megan at (618) 433-2872 for more information.
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/teen-holiday-wrapping-extravaganza-2/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
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SUMMARY:Teen Ugly Sweater Party
DESCRIPTION:Calling all teens! Put on your favorite ugly sweater or make your own\, and join us for music\, games\, crafts\, cookies\, and good company. This event is all about spreading holiday cheer and having fun. Please call Megan at (618) 433-2872 for more information.
URL:https://www.haynerlibrary.org/registration/teen-ugly-sweater-party-2/
LOCATION:Performance Room at Alton Square Mall\, 225 Alton Square Mall\, Alton\, IL\, 62002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Teens
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