Events

Spark at the Library: Alliteration Poem November 18 | 4–5 p.m. Silly sentences, spectacular sounds, and seriously creative writing! Join Illinois Extension at the Olney Public Library for Spark at the Library and discover the fun of alliteration—using words that begin with the same sound. Participants will play with language and use their creativity to create an alliteration poem of their own. No poetry experience necessary—just bring your imagination!

Spark at the Library: Hand Warmers December 9 | 4–5 p.m. Warm up your creativity at Spark at the Library! Join Illinois Extension at the Olney Public Library for a hands-on activity making hand warmers—a perfect project for chilly winter days. Spend an hour creating, learning, and having fun while making something useful to take home.

Spark at the Library: Musical Instruments January 13 | 4–5 p.m. Turn up the creativity at Spark at the Library! Join Illinois Extension at the Olney Public Library for a hands-on activity exploring musical instruments. Participants will combine creativity, sound, and a little experimentation as they learn through making and play. No musical experience needed—just bring your curiosity!

Spark at the Library: Stained Glass Jar Art February 10 | 4–5 p.m. Add a little color to winter! Join Illinois Extension at the Olney Public Library for Spark at the Library and create your own stained glass-inspired jar art. Experiment with color and design while creating a beautiful project to take home. It’s a fun opportunity to get creative and try something new.

Spark at the Library: Origami March 10 | 4–5 p.m. What can you create with just a piece of paper? Come find out at Spark at the Library! Join Illinois Extension at the Olney Public Library for an afternoon of origami. Learn how simple folds can transform paper into creative shapes and designs while practicing patience, precision, and problem-solving along the way.

Spark at the Library: Plant Holder April 14 | 4–5 p.m. Spring is here, so it’s a perfect time to create something for your plants! Join Illinois Extension at the Olney Public Library for Spark at the Library and make a plant holder to take home. Participants can get creative while working through a fun, hands-on project that combines making, learning, and a little springtime inspiration.