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SUMMARY:RPL's Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 - 5)
DESCRIPTION:Meet new friends\, listen to stories\, and get moving in this fun\, interactive story time to strengthen social\, fine motor\, and early literacy skills. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease always check the online calendar via RPL’s website\, as programs may be canceled without notice due to unplanned absence/illness or unavoidable schedule conflicts/changes. Songs\, rhymes\, and activities support this storytime. Shared books count toward 1\,000 Books Before Kindergarten\, 300 Books Before Third Grade\, and other RPL reading programs such as our Summer Reading Challenge. Meet in the Friends of RPL Community Room at East Branch.
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/rpls-preschool-storytime-ages-3-5/2025-01-02/
LOCATION:Rockford Public Library – East Branch\, 6685 East State Street\, Rockford\, IL\, IL\, 61108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125855
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SUMMARY:RPL's Tunes and Tales Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join RPL for this active Storytime! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Montague Crew will read stories\, sing songs\, and have your child up and dancing at this fun\, active story time. \nWhere: Montague branch\, Connie Lane Room
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/rpls-tunes-and-tales-storytime/2025-01-07/
LOCATION:RPL: Montague Branch\, 1238 South Winnebago Street\, Rockford\, IL\, 61102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Alignment Rockford’s Ready to Learn Space Story Time (Ongoing)
DESCRIPTION:Join Alignment Rockford for family story-time and activities for children from 4:00 PM-5:00 PM at the Irving Avenue Strong Neighborhood House\,\n312 Irving Avenue\, in Rockford. All children will receive a free book to take home!
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/alignment-rockfords-ready-to-learn-space-story-time-november-12-26/2025-01-07/
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SUMMARY:RPL's Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 - 5)
DESCRIPTION:Meet new friends\, listen to stories\, and get moving in this fun\, interactive story time to strengthen social\, fine motor\, and early literacy skills. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease always check the online calendar via RPL’s website\, as programs may be canceled without notice due to unplanned absence/illness or unavoidable schedule conflicts/changes. Songs\, rhymes\, and activities support this storytime. Shared books count toward 1\,000 Books Before Kindergarten\, 300 Books Before Third Grade\, and other RPL reading programs such as our Summer Reading Challenge. Meet in the Friends of RPL Community Room at East Branch.
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/rpls-preschool-storytime-ages-3-5/2025-01-09/
LOCATION:Rockford Public Library – East Branch\, 6685 East State Street\, Rockford\, IL\, IL\, 61108\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T183000
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CREATED:20241203T161517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T161517Z
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SUMMARY:FREE Event! Dino-Mite Fun for Little Explorers\, January 9
DESCRIPTION:The YWCA of Northwestern Illinois is pleased to host an interactive\, dinosaur-themed event full of fun books\, cookies\, and surprises for your little ones on January 9\, 2025\, from 5:30-6:30 PM (doors open at 5:15)\, at the YWCA 4990 East State Street\, in Rockford. This free event is perfect for children ages 3-5 (and younger). Take home a free book courtesy of United Way of Rock River Valley. \nReserve your spot by January 2\, 2025. Limited availability. Scan the QR Code below to register.
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/free-event-dino-mite-fun-for-little-explorers-january-9/
LOCATION:YWCA Northwestern Illinois\, 4990 East State St.\, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T110000
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CREATED:20250106T224514Z
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SUMMARY:Durand Village Library: The Shapes of States
DESCRIPTION:The original 13 colonies\, how did those crazy shapes and sizes come to be? Part 1 of a four-part series on The Shapes of the States. A fascinating story! FREE
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/durand-village-library-the-shapes-of-states/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125855
CREATED:20240510T155003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T155003Z
UID:10000139-1736853300-1736856000@unitedforliteracy.info
SUMMARY:RPL's Tunes and Tales Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join RPL for this active Storytime! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Montague Crew will read stories\, sing songs\, and have your child up and dancing at this fun\, active story time. \nWhere: Montague branch\, Connie Lane Room
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/rpls-tunes-and-tales-storytime/2025-01-14/
LOCATION:RPL: Montague Branch\, 1238 South Winnebago Street\, Rockford\, IL\, 61102\, United States
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T185248Z
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SUMMARY:Alignment Rockford's Ready to Learn Space Story Time\, October 8 & 22
DESCRIPTION:Join Alignment Rockford for family story time and activities for children on Tuesday\, October 8\, from 4:00 pm-5:00 pm at the Irving Avenue Strong Neighborhood House\,\n312 Irving Avenue\, in Rockford. All children will receive a free book to take home!
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/alignment-rockfords-ready-to-learn-space-story-time-october-8/2025-01-14/
LOCATION:Irving Avenue Strong Neighborhood House\, 312 Irving Avenue\, Rockford\, United States
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SUMMARY:Durand Library: Basket Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Watch a fun demonstration of how to make charming baskets from clothesline. Brenda Kinney will bring her sewing machine and show you how to use it! FREE
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/durand-library-basket-demonstration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T101500
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SUMMARY:RPL's Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 - 5)
DESCRIPTION:Meet new friends\, listen to stories\, and get moving in this fun\, interactive story time to strengthen social\, fine motor\, and early literacy skills. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease always check the online calendar via RPL’s website\, as programs may be canceled without notice due to unplanned absence/illness or unavoidable schedule conflicts/changes. Songs\, rhymes\, and activities support this storytime. Shared books count toward 1\,000 Books Before Kindergarten\, 300 Books Before Third Grade\, and other RPL reading programs such as our Summer Reading Challenge. Meet in the Friends of RPL Community Room at East Branch.
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/rpls-preschool-storytime-ages-3-5/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Rockford Public Library – East Branch\, 6685 East State Street\, Rockford\, IL\, IL\, 61108\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T193000
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SUMMARY:Trinity Day Care Presents Family Literacy Night\, January 16
DESCRIPTION:Trinity Day Care is excited to invite you and your little ones to a FREE fun-filled evening of food\, stories\, and creativity! \nDate: Thursday\, January 16\, 2025\nTime: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\nLocation: Anderson Hall at Trinity Lutheran Church \nWhat to Expect: \n\nFree Dinner\nStorytime with engaging tales\nFun activities to take home and enjoy\n1 Free Book per Child!\n\nThis event is perfect for kids ages 3-8. It’s a great opportunity for families to bond and enjoy an evening of laughter and learning! \nIMPORTANT: \n\nSpace is limited\, so registration is required!\nCall Trinity Day Care at 815-986-5437 to sign up today!\nParents must be present for the entire evening.\n\nCome join us for a night of fun and fellowship – we can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/trinity-day-care-presents-family-literacy-night-january-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T120000
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SUMMARY:RPL's Tunes and Tales Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join RPL for this active Storytime! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Montague Crew will read stories\, sing songs\, and have your child up and dancing at this fun\, active story time. \nWhere: Montague branch\, Connie Lane Room
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/rpls-tunes-and-tales-storytime/2025-01-21/
LOCATION:RPL: Montague Branch\, 1238 South Winnebago Street\, Rockford\, IL\, 61102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125855
CREATED:20241105T143742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T171125Z
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SUMMARY:Alignment Rockford’s Ready to Learn Space Story Time (Ongoing)
DESCRIPTION:Join Alignment Rockford for family story-time and activities for children from 4:00 PM-5:00 PM at the Irving Avenue Strong Neighborhood House\,\n312 Irving Avenue\, in Rockford. All children will receive a free book to take home!
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/alignment-rockfords-ready-to-learn-space-story-time-november-12-26/2025-01-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125855
CREATED:20240510T184325Z
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SUMMARY:RPL's Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 - 5)
DESCRIPTION:Meet new friends\, listen to stories\, and get moving in this fun\, interactive story time to strengthen social\, fine motor\, and early literacy skills. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease always check the online calendar via RPL’s website\, as programs may be canceled without notice due to unplanned absence/illness or unavoidable schedule conflicts/changes. Songs\, rhymes\, and activities support this storytime. Shared books count toward 1\,000 Books Before Kindergarten\, 300 Books Before Third Grade\, and other RPL reading programs such as our Summer Reading Challenge. Meet in the Friends of RPL Community Room at East Branch.
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/rpls-preschool-storytime-ages-3-5/2025-01-23/
LOCATION:Rockford Public Library – East Branch\, 6685 East State Street\, Rockford\, IL\, IL\, 61108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125855
CREATED:20250107T152412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T152412Z
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SUMMARY:Durand Library: New France in the Midwest
DESCRIPTION:New France in the Midwest. Learn how the French explorers got here\, what they did\, how they interacted with Native Americans\, and when and how this area passed to England.
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/durand-library-new-france-in-the-midwest/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125855
CREATED:20240510T155003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T155003Z
UID:10000141-1738062900-1738065600@unitedforliteracy.info
SUMMARY:RPL's Tunes and Tales Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join RPL for this active Storytime! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Montague Crew will read stories\, sing songs\, and have your child up and dancing at this fun\, active story time. \nWhere: Montague branch\, Connie Lane Room
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/rpls-tunes-and-tales-storytime/2025-01-28/
LOCATION:RPL: Montague Branch\, 1238 South Winnebago Street\, Rockford\, IL\, 61102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125855
CREATED:20241008T184819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T185248Z
UID:10000807-1738080000-1738083600@unitedforliteracy.info
SUMMARY:Alignment Rockford's Ready to Learn Space Story Time\, October 8 & 22
DESCRIPTION:Join Alignment Rockford for family story time and activities for children on Tuesday\, October 8\, from 4:00 pm-5:00 pm at the Irving Avenue Strong Neighborhood House\,\n312 Irving Avenue\, in Rockford. All children will receive a free book to take home!
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/alignment-rockfords-ready-to-learn-space-story-time-october-8/2025-01-28/
LOCATION:Irving Avenue Strong Neighborhood House\, 312 Irving Avenue\, Rockford\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125855
CREATED:20240510T184325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T184325Z
UID:10000403-1738232100-1738234800@unitedforliteracy.info
SUMMARY:RPL's Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 - 5)
DESCRIPTION:Meet new friends\, listen to stories\, and get moving in this fun\, interactive story time to strengthen social\, fine motor\, and early literacy skills. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease always check the online calendar via RPL’s website\, as programs may be canceled without notice due to unplanned absence/illness or unavoidable schedule conflicts/changes. Songs\, rhymes\, and activities support this storytime. Shared books count toward 1\,000 Books Before Kindergarten\, 300 Books Before Third Grade\, and other RPL reading programs such as our Summer Reading Challenge. Meet in the Friends of RPL Community Room at East Branch.
URL:https://unitedforliteracy.info/event/rpls-preschool-storytime-ages-3-5/2025-01-30/
LOCATION:Rockford Public Library – East Branch\, 6685 East State Street\, Rockford\, IL\, IL\, 61108\, United States
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