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Ongoing Programs

In addition to the programs featured here, we also do special events for Teen Tech Week, Teen Read Week, Children’s Book Week, National Library Week and National Library Card Month…as well as other programs throughout the year. For current events, check out our Events calendar.

Adult Summer Reading 2013

This summer, kids aren’t the only ones who will be reading for fun and prizes!

Each branch of the Jasper County Public Library, located in Rensselaer, DeMotte and Wheatfield, is inviting adults to participate in our “Groundbreaking Reads” Summer Reading Programs.

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Location: DeMotte, Rensselaer, Wheatfield

Adult Wii Bowling

Wear your tennis shoes and join us for Wii Bowling at the Rensselaer Library the first Friday of the month at 2 p.m. All Adults are welcome from beginner to "Professional" Wii bowling enthusiast. Come and have fun playing and getting healthy in a social setting. Registration required. Limit 10.

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Location: Rensselaer

After School Program

Grades K-3

Stop in at the DeMotte Library on the 4th Thursday of every month from September to April (excluding December) to enjoy snacks, books, activities, and crafts based around a theme.

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Location: DeMotte

Basic Computer Classes

Every month one location at the Jasper County Public Library offers computer classes ranging from computer basics to advanced programs like excel and power point. The location and teachers vary from month to month.

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Location: DeMotte, Rensselaer, Wheatfield

Big Library Read

What is Big Library Read?

Big Library Read is a pilot program in which libraries worldwide offer a single eBook to their patrons.

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Book Buddies

Grades 3-5

Kids in grades 3-5 are invited to join us at the Rensselaer Library for our “Book Buddies” Book Club meetings, held every three months.

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Location: Rensselaer

Book Discussions at Wheatfield

Wheatfield's monthly book discussion group.

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Location: Wheatfield

Bookies of DeMotte

You are invited to come to DeMotte Library's book discussions. These discussions are held at two separate times - 2:00 pm OR 7:00 pm.

Both meetings will be held on the same day and discussing the same book. Read on for upcoming titles. (Calendar runs from June to June. New titles will be announced after the June meeting.)

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Location: DeMotte

Books For Bucks - DeMotte Summer Reading 2013

This summer at the DeMotte Library, reading will earn young adults the chance to win cash prizes!

“Books for Bucks” is back, and kicks off with online registration the week of May 13. Books for Bucks is open to teens entering grades 5-12, and all you have to do to participate is stop in the library, pick up a reading record sheet and read!

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Location: DeMotte

Books For Bucks - Wheatfield Summer Reading 2013

Teens, this summer, reading can earn you cash!

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Location: Wheatfield