December at the library
through december 19
through december 19
through december 19
We are helping collect supplies for local families this year, and we need your help!
The Danvers Food Pantry is currently looking for toilet paper, paper towels, body wash, and non-perishable food items. If you are in the position to give to others this year, please bring your items to the library, and we'll drop them at the Danvers Food Pantry.
12.13—23
through december 19
through december 19
We have some wrapping supplies donated by our awesome community, and now we are able to share them with all of you!
We will have a table set up with wrapping supplies for you to wrap your holiday gifts. No registration necessary, just stop while we're open December 13—23rd.
This program will be available while supplies last. If you have holiday wrapping supplies that you're no longer using, and would like to donate them to our wrapping station, please bring them by the library, and we'll put them to use!
12.15 @6:30 p.m.
through december 19
12.15 @6:30 p.m.
Join McLean County Museum of History Librarian, Bill Kemp, for an overview of local Underground Railroad history on Monday, December 15th at 6:30 p.m. at the library.
Too often this key chapter in U.S. history has been obscured by legend and lore. Bill will separate fact from fiction and delve into real stories of freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad passing through McLean County.
Advanced registration is required and you must do so by calling or emailing the library.
309-963-4269
12.23 @1 p.m.
12.30 @6:30 p.m.
12.15 @6:30 p.m.
Join us for G is for Grinch Story Time on Tuesday, December 23 @1 p.m. at the library!
We'll start with a few activities and songs and then settle in for a couple of interactive stories.
This is a free activity at the library and is intended for preschool-aged children. Registration is required so that we can prepare the adequate amount of materials.
You may register by contacting the library at 309-963-4269, emailing danvers.tl.rsa@gmail.com, or stopping by the library.
12.23 @2—5 p.m.
12.30 @6:30 p.m.
12.30 @6:30 p.m.
Do you need help wrapping your gifts this year due to unforeseen difficulties or a physical limitation? We can help!
Simply bring your wrapping supplies and gifts to the library on Tuesday, December 23rd, and our Christmas elves will help you wrap them.
While advanced registration is not required, priority will be given to those who have registered for a certain timeslot. We will try to accommodate walk-ins if time allows.
You may register in advance for a timeslot by contacting the library at danvers.tl.rsa@gmail.com or calling 309-963-4269.
12.30 @6:30 p.m.
12.30 @6:30 p.m.
12.30 @6:30 p.m.
Our book club is currently full. If you have previously attended a Bookworms meeting, you are officially a Bookworm and do not need to worry about this. Please let us know if you would like for the library to form a new book club and get your name added to the list.
Bookworms will meet this month on December 30 at 6:30 p.m. in the library as we discuss The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan.
January at the library
1.5 @6 P.M.
1.13 @9:30 A.M.
1.13 @9:30 A.M.
Get the year started off right with Yoga!
We'll have 2 yoga classes in January on the 5th and 26th at 6 p.m. at the Danvers Baptist Annex building.
This is a beginner-friendly class for adults. Please bring a mat and wear clothing appropriate for group exercise.
Advanced registration is required and you may do so by emailing the library at danvers.tl.rsa@gmail.com.
1.13 @9:30 A.M.
1.13 @9:30 A.M.
1.13 @9:30 A.M.
Join us for U is for Unicorn Story Time on Tuesday, January 13 at 9:30 a.m. at the library!
We'll start with a few activities and songs and then settle in for a couple of interactive stories.
This is a free activity at the library and is intended for preschool-aged children. Registration is required so that we can prepare the adequate amount of materials.
You may register by contacting the library at 309-963-4269, emailing danvers.tl.rsa@gmail.com, or stopping by the library.
1.15 @6:30 p.m.
1.13 @9:30 A.M.
1.15 @6:30 p.m.
The Historians, Reading Throughout the Ages, will emerge in January 2026. Each year, we’ll explore a different century by reading texts written during the time period and modern texts that take place within it.
In 2026, we’ll travel back to the 16th century, where the death of the Renaissance and the birth of the Protestant Reformation intertwine.
The Historians meet on the third Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m.
This book club will be limited to 10 people, and advanced registration will be required for each meeting with priority registration offered at each monthly meeting.
Registration for The Historians book club open now.
1.20 @6-8 p.m.
1.20 @6-8 p.m.
1.15 @6:30 p.m.
On Tuesday, January 20th from 6—8 p.m., Jenna Smith from the Illinois Extension will be at the Danvers Township Building for Sourdough 101.
Uncover the secrets behind turning simple ingredients—flour, water, and salt — into flavorful, crusty loaves, with the help of wild yeasts and bacteria in this hands-on workshop.
You’ll gain a better understanding of the entire sourdough breadmaking process and you’ll take home your own jar of sourdough starter to feed, nurture, and bake with for years to come.
This class is for adults and advanced registration is required as registration is limited. This class costs $5/person and is due at the time of registration. If you do not pay at the time of registration, your spot is not guaranteed.
Please register by contacting the library at danvers.tl.rsa@gmail.com.
1.26 @6 P.M.
1.20 @6-8 p.m.
1.26 @6 P.M.
Get the year started off right with Yoga!
We'll have 2 yoga classes in January on the 5th and 26th at 6 p.m. at the Danvers Baptist Annex building.
This is a beginner-friendly class for adults. Please bring a mat and wear clothing appropriate for group exercise.
Advanced registration is required and you may do so by emailing the library at danvers.tl.rsa@gmail.com.
1.27 @1 P.M.
1.20 @6-8 p.m.
1.26 @6 P.M.
Join us for W is for Whale Story Time on Tuesday, January 27 at 1 p.m. at the library!
We'll start with a few activities and songs and then settle in for a couple of interactive stories.
This is a free activity at the library and is intended for preschool-aged children. Registration is required so that we can prepare the adequate amount of materials.
You may register by contacting the library at 309-963-4269, emailing danvers.tl.rsa@gmail.com, or stopping by the library.
JANUARY 27
JANUARY 27
JANUARY 27
Welcome to Bookworms! We are a monthly book club that meets the last Tuesday of the month. Join us on that last Tuesday of the month from 5:30-6:30 p.m. for social hour and/or 6:30-7:45 p.m. for the book discussion!
Our book club is currently at capacity and is not looking for new members. Questions about Bookworms? Email us at danvers.tl.rsa@gmail.com
February at the library
Feb. 2-27, 2026!
Registration opening January 19th.
Log your books starting February 2nd.
Anyone can participate in our reading program as long as the books are checked out from Danvers Township Library. Each participant will receive a raffle ticket for each book read that week (up to 5), and they’ll then decide where they want to place their tickets. We’ll have jars that represent each prize donated, and participants will put their tickets in the jars for the prize that they hope to win. At the end of each week, we’ll draw for that prize!
Thank you, Sponsors! Because of them, you could win:
Massage Envy $100 gift card
HoneyDoo Boutique $15 gift card
We'll add more as the prizes come in!