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A welcoming social hour for adults experiencing early-stage Alzheimer’s, dementia, or memory loss and their care partners, with an optional activity and visits from registered therapy dogs.
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A welcoming social gathering for adults experiencing early-stage Alzheimer’s, dementia, or memory loss and their care partners, with an optional cornhole activity and visits from registered therapy dogs.

A welcoming social gathering for adults experiencing early-stage Alzheimer’s, dementia, or memory loss and their care partners, with an optional cornhole activity and visits from registered therapy dogs.
A welcoming social gathering for adults experiencing early-stage Alzheimer’s, dementia, or memory loss and their care partners, with an optional cornhole activity and visits from registered therapy dogs.

Creative crafts, refreshments, and familiar singalongs celebrate Carl Sandburg’s local legacy in a welcoming gathering for people living with dementia and their care partners. Registration is required.

Creative crafts, refreshments, and familiar singalongs celebrate Carl Sandburg’s local legacy in a welcoming gathering for people living with dementia and their care partners. Registration is required.
Creative crafts, refreshments, and familiar singalongs celebrate Carl Sandburg’s local legacy in a welcoming gathering for people living with dementia and their care partners. Registration is required.

A welcoming, dementia-friendly gathering pairs fall harvest crafts with reminiscence about favorite treats from years past, creating a gentle social experience for participants and their care partners.

A welcoming, dementia-friendly gathering pairs fall harvest crafts with reminiscence about favorite treats from years past, creating a gentle social experience for participants and their care partners.
A welcoming, dementia-friendly gathering pairs fall harvest crafts with reminiscence about favorite treats from years past, creating a gentle social experience for participants and their care partners.

Children practice reading aloud to gentle, registered therapy dogs in a relaxed, nonjudgmental setting. The low-pressure sessions support literacy skills, confidence, and positive associations with reading.

Children practice reading aloud to gentle, registered therapy dogs in a relaxed, nonjudgmental setting. The low-pressure sessions support literacy skills, confidence, and positive associations with reading.
Children practice reading aloud to gentle, registered therapy dogs in a relaxed, nonjudgmental setting. The low-pressure sessions support literacy skills, confidence, and positive associations with reading.

Memoir writing students share personal stories in a public reading at the library. The all-ages gathering offers a welcoming opportunity to listen to emerging personal narratives and connect through storytelling.

Memoir writing students share personal stories in a public reading at the library. The all-ages gathering offers a welcoming opportunity to listen to emerging personal narratives and connect through storytelling.
Memoir writing students share personal stories in a public reading at the library. The all-ages gathering offers a welcoming opportunity to listen to emerging personal narratives and connect through storytelling.

Young readers build confidence and fluency by reading a chosen book aloud to a certified therapy dog in a calm, one-on-one 15-minute session; advance registration is required.

Young readers build confidence and fluency by reading a chosen book aloud to a certified therapy dog in a calm, one-on-one 15-minute session; advance registration is required.
Young readers build confidence and fluency by reading a chosen book aloud to a certified therapy dog in a calm, one-on-one 15-minute session; advance registration is required.

Adult caregivers can connect, share experiences, and find peer support around the challenges of caring for loved ones. The gathering takes place in a Madison County public library.

Adult caregivers can connect, share experiences, and find peer support around the challenges of caring for loved ones. The gathering takes place in a Madison County public library.
Adult caregivers can connect, share experiences, and find peer support around the challenges of caring for loved ones. The gathering takes place in a Madison County public library.

Build reading confidence in a relaxed library setting by reading aloud to Freya, a certified therapy Springer Spaniel who listens without judgment. Bring a favorite book or choose one from the shelves.

Build reading confidence in a relaxed library setting by reading aloud to Freya, a certified therapy Springer Spaniel who listens without judgment. Bring a favorite book or choose one from the shelves.
Build reading confidence in a relaxed library setting by reading aloud to Freya, a certified therapy Springer Spaniel who listens without judgment. Bring a favorite book or choose one from the shelves.

Build reading confidence by sharing a favorite book with Freya, a certified therapy Springer Spaniel who listens patiently while young readers practice aloud without fear of mistakes.

Build reading confidence by sharing a favorite book with Freya, a certified therapy Springer Spaniel who listens patiently while young readers practice aloud without fear of mistakes.
Build reading confidence by sharing a favorite book with Freya, a certified therapy Springer Spaniel who listens patiently while young readers practice aloud without fear of mistakes.

Children practice reading aloud in a relaxed 15-minute session with a certified therapy dog, supporting literacy, confidence, and a positive connection with books. Registration is required.

Children practice reading aloud in a relaxed 15-minute session with a certified therapy dog, supporting literacy, confidence, and a positive connection with books. Registration is required.
Children practice reading aloud in a relaxed 15-minute session with a certified therapy dog, supporting literacy, confidence, and a positive connection with books. Registration is required.

A free, welcoming peer gathering for people living with dementia and the loved ones who support them, with space to share experiences, find connection, and build community. Open to all ages, with older adults especially welcomed.

A free, welcoming peer gathering for people living with dementia and the loved ones who support them, with space to share experiences, find connection, and build community. Open to all ages, with older adults especially welcomed.
A free, welcoming peer gathering for people living with dementia and the loved ones who support them, with space to share experiences, find connection, and build community. Open to all ages, with older adults especially welcomed.

Develop personal stories through an eight-week Thursday writing course focused on memoir craft, reflection, and shaping lived experience into compelling narratives in a supportive library setting.

Develop personal stories through an eight-week Thursday writing course focused on memoir craft, reflection, and shaping lived experience into compelling narratives in a supportive library setting.
Develop personal stories through an eight-week Thursday writing course focused on memoir craft, reflection, and shaping lived experience into compelling narratives in a supportive library setting.

Peer-led support and shared resources for people living with dementia and for caregivers supporting loved ones. Meets twice monthly in a welcoming YMCA setting for conversation, guidance, and community connection.

Peer-led support and shared resources for people living with dementia and for caregivers supporting loved ones. Meets twice monthly in a welcoming YMCA setting for conversation, guidance, and community connection.
Peer-led support and shared resources for people living with dementia and for caregivers supporting loved ones. Meets twice monthly in a welcoming YMCA setting for conversation, guidance, and community connection.

Adult genealogy enthusiasts watch a recorded learning session on DNA for Native American genealogy, then discuss research methods and family history in a monthly library meetup.

Adult genealogy enthusiasts watch a recorded learning session on DNA for Native American genealogy, then discuss research methods and family history in a monthly library meetup.
Adult genealogy enthusiasts watch a recorded learning session on DNA for Native American genealogy, then discuss research methods and family history in a monthly library meetup.

Young readers build fluency, confidence, and enjoyment through a relaxed 15-minute read-aloud with certified therapy dog Hayley; advance registration and a parent or guardian waiver are recommended.

Young readers build fluency, confidence, and enjoyment through a relaxed 15-minute read-aloud with certified therapy dog Hayley; advance registration and a parent or guardian waiver are recommended.
Young readers build fluency, confidence, and enjoyment through a relaxed 15-minute read-aloud with certified therapy dog Hayley; advance registration and a parent or guardian waiver are recommended.

Children build reading confidence during supportive 15-minute read-aloud sessions with a gentle therapy dog, practicing literacy skills in a safe, encouraging environment without criticism or correction.

Children build reading confidence during supportive 15-minute read-aloud sessions with a gentle therapy dog, practicing literacy skills in a safe, encouraging environment without criticism or correction.
Children build reading confidence during supportive 15-minute read-aloud sessions with a gentle therapy dog, practicing literacy skills in a safe, encouraging environment without criticism or correction.

Young readers build literacy skills and confidence by reading aloud in a relaxed 15-minute session with Tucker, a certified therapy dog. Advance registration and a parent or guardian waiver are recommended.

Young readers build literacy skills and confidence by reading aloud in a relaxed 15-minute session with Tucker, a certified therapy dog. Advance registration and a parent or guardian waiver are recommended.
Young readers build literacy skills and confidence by reading aloud in a relaxed 15-minute session with Tucker, a certified therapy dog. Advance registration and a parent or guardian waiver are recommended.

Get one-on-one job search support from a career advisor, with help for employment seekers using public computers. This adult drop-in program offers practical guidance in a welcoming library setting.

Get one-on-one job search support from a career advisor, with help for employment seekers using public computers. This adult drop-in program offers practical guidance in a welcoming library setting.
Get one-on-one job search support from a career advisor, with help for employment seekers using public computers. This adult drop-in program offers practical guidance in a welcoming library setting.

Develop personal storytelling skills in a weekly adult writing workshop focused on memoir, memory, and life experience. The eight-week course offers structured practice in a welcoming library setting.

Develop personal storytelling skills in a weekly adult writing workshop focused on memoir, memory, and life experience. The eight-week course offers structured practice in a welcoming library setting.
Develop personal storytelling skills in a weekly adult writing workshop focused on memoir, memory, and life experience. The eight-week course offers structured practice in a welcoming library setting.

Casual, drop-in chess play with library boards ready for friendly matches, new opponents, or observing games in progress. All ages and skill levels are welcome for a relaxed community meetup.

Casual, drop-in chess play with library boards ready for friendly matches, new opponents, or observing games in progress. All ages and skill levels are welcome for a relaxed community meetup.
Casual, drop-in chess play with library boards ready for friendly matches, new opponents, or observing games in progress. All ages and skill levels are welcome for a relaxed community meetup.