Rock Island, IL: Families can make some holiday memories and enjoy quality time this December with free events at Rock Island Libraries.
Toddler Tales, the Holiday Edition: The library's weekly story times for ages birth to five take a holiday turn in December, with stories about making the good kid list, tales of reindeer and elf helpers, and books about being cheerful and jolly. Each free event includes stories, songs, movement, and activities to develop early learning skills while having fun. 10:30 to 11:15 am, on Tuesdays, Dec. 1, 8 and 15 at the 30/31 Branch; Wednesdays, Dec. 2, 9, and 16 at the Southwest Branch, and Fridays, Dec. 4, 11, and 18 at the Main Library Children's Room.
Southwest Branch Family Crafts: Families can make a craft together each month at the Southwest Branch, with craft times on the second Tuesday and immediately following Saturday of each month. This month's Family Craft is a "Made with My Own Hands" paper wreath, offered at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, Dec. 8 and 10:00 am on Saturday, Dec. 12. The craft is free, and registration is required. To sign up, call the Southwest Branch at 309-732-7338 or click "register" on the library's online calendar.
