Dementia Caregiver Support Group
2025-03-04 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
New in 2025! First Tuesday beginning in March!
Contact Beth, Dementia Navigator 815-625-4790 Ext. 3977 To Sign Up
Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for caregivers, family and friends of persons with dementia to:

Develop a support
Exchange practical information on caregiving challenges and possible solutions.
Talk through issues and ways of coping.
Share feelings, needs and
Learn about community resources

Visit alz.org/Illinois to learn more about caregiver programs and resources.

OSF Health Checks
2025-03-05 | Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton Street, Walnut, 61376, United States
OSF will be at the Walnut Library Wednesday, March 5th offering these services and resources at no charge. Stop into the library and take advantage of this convenient health check.

Celebrate Dr. Seuss
2025-03-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton Street, Walnut, 61376, United States
Help Walnut Public Library celebrate Dr. Seuss on Saturday, March 8th at 10:00. Click the link to register today!

A Leprechaun's Toddler Time
2025-03-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton Street, Walnut, 61376, United States
Walnut Public Library Invites you to join us!
Wednesday, March 12, 2025 @ 10am
Story: Ten Lucky Leprechauns
Music with Mr. Larkin
Leprechaun Craft
Fine Motor: counting and sorting
Large Motor: Leprechaun’s Trail
Sensory Bin
Leprechaun Photo Spot
Be sure to wear green!

Job Search Assistance
2025-03-17 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-24 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-26 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-31 10:00 - 16:00 | Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton Street, Walnut, 61376, United States
MARCH EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
3-17, 3-19, 3-24, 3-26 & 3-31
10 AM – 4 PM
Job Search Assistance

Resume Writing
Job Searching
Inventorying your skills
Completing job applications

for more information contact: marcia_obenhaus@best-inc.com
(815) 379-2159
This service is provided at no charge through a grant obtained by Business Employment Skills Team (BEST, Inc.)

Happy Birthday Toddler Time
2025-03-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton Street, Walnut, 61376, United States
Happy Birthday Toddler Time
Wednesday, March 26th at 10 am
Books about having a Birthday
Cupcake Decorating
Birthday Party Dramatic Play
Sensory Table Sprinkles
Making Birthday Cards
Join us at the walnut Library to celebrate all things BIRTHDAY!!

History of American Pies-Catherine Lambrecht
2025-03-27 13:00 - 14:30 | Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton Street, Walnut, 61376, United States
ILLINOIS ROAD SCHOLARS AND WALNUT PUBLIC LIBRARY PRESENTS: CATHERINE LAMBRECHT HISTORY OF AMERICAN PIES…AND ILLINOIS IS WELL REPRESENTED!
THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2025 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM AT WALNUT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
THIS IS AN INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP THAT INCLUDES:

CATHERINE DEMONSTRATING HOW
SHE MAKES A PIE CRUST.
SAMPLINGS OF ATTENDEES PIES THEY MAKE AND BRING TO THE PROGRAM.
RECIPE DISCUSSION AND TRADING
AMONGST CATHERINE AND
ATTENDEES.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
CALL THE LIBRARY: 815-379-2159

SafeSitter Course
2025-04-01 09:00 - 15:00 | Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton Street, Walnut, 61376, United States
SAFESITTER Learn the skills to be a Safe, Prepared and Fun Babysitter!
The Walnut Public Library is offering a SAFESITTER course on Monday, April 21st from 9am-3pm
This course teaches students in 6-8 grades the skills every sitter should know, including pediatric first-aid and CPR.
Class size is limited/Registration Required by April 1st
Class Fee: $70 Must be paid prior to class
Please bring a cold lunch to the course
Register here
COURSE CONTENT:
Safety Skills Students learn how to prevent unsafe situations and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies.
Child Care Skills Students learn tips to manage behavior that will help them stay in control of themselves and the children in their care. Students also learn the ages and stages of child development, as well as practice diapering.
First Aid & Rescue Skills Learning skills such as choking rescue and CPR is often students’ favorite part of the class. Students also learn a system to help them assess and respond to injuries and illnesses.
Life & Business Skills The ability to screen jobs, discuss fees, and greet employers will set students up for success now and in the future. Students practice these skills through various role plays.

Dementia Caregiver Support Group
2025-04-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton Street, Walnut, 61376, United States
New in 2025! First Tuesday beginning in April!
Contact Beth, Dementia Navigator 815-625-4790 Ext. 3977 To Sign Up
Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for caregivers, family and friends of persons with dementia to:

Develop a support
Exchange practical information on caregiving challenges and possible solutions.
Talk through issues and ways of coping.
Share feelings, needs and
Learn about community resources

Visit alz.org/Illinois to learn more about caregiver programs and resources.

OSF Health Checks
2025-04-02, 2025-05-07 09:00 - 11:30, 2025-06-04 09:30 - 11:30 | Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton Street, Walnut, 61376, United States
OSF will be at the Walnut Library Wednesday, April 2nd offering these services and resources at no charge. Stop into the library and take advantage of this convenient health check.

April Job Search Assistance
2025-04-09 15:00 - 16:00 | Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton Street, Walnut, 61376, United States
APRIL EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
Job Search Assistance

Resume Writing
Job Searching
Inventorying your skills
Completing job applications

for more information contact: marcia_obenhaus@best-inc.com
(815) 379-2159
This service is provided at no charge through a grant obtained by Business Employment Skills Team (BEST, Inc.)

Dementia Caregiver Support Group
2025-05-06 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-06-03 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-05 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-02 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-07 13:00 - 14:00 | Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton Street, Walnut, 61376, United States
Register here!
Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for caregivers, family and friends of persons with dementia to:

Develop a support
Exchange practical information on caregiving challenges and possible solutions.
Talk through issues and ways of coping.
Share feelings, needs and
Learn about community resources

Visit alz.org/Illinois to learn more about caregiver programs and resources.

Children's Business Fair
2025-07-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Walnut Liberty Square, Walnut, IL, 61376, United States
Walnut Public Library is excited to announce our 3′ annual Children’s Business Fair! This event is for all of those creative and hard-working kids looking to sell their creations, treats and expand their service business.
Register here!

OSF Health Checks
2025-08-06 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-10-01 09:30 - 11:30 | Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton Street, Walnut, 61376, United States
OSF will be at the Walnut Library Wednesday, August 6th offering these services and resources at no charge. Stop into the library and take advantage of this convenient health check.

Kids Watercolor Class with Dorian!
2025-08-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton Street, Walnut, 61376, United States
KIDS WATERCOLOR CLASS
AGES 5 – 11 YEARS
JOIN US AT THE WALNUT PUBLIC LIBRARY ON
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8TH AT 2 PM FOR A WATERCOLOR CLASS WITH DORIAN WOODBURY
$10 per child and you take home your watercolor palette
Registration is required for this event
Register here
For more information contact the Walnut Library

Watercolor Class with Dorian!
2025-08-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton Street, Walnut, 61376, United States
Join us at the Walnut Public Library for a watercolor class with Dorian Woodbury
Saturday, August 9th at 10 am
Ages 12 and up
$10 per person and you will take home your own watercolor palette
You must register for this event
Register here
For more information contact the Walnut Library

Bureau County Electronics Recycling Event
2025-10-01 08:00 - 17:00
The next Bureau County Electronics Recycling Event will be held on Saturday, October 25th at the Bureau County Highway Department, 595 Elm Place invPrinceton, Illinois from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm. Noon (or when semi-trucks fill to capacity).
LOCATION:
Bureau County Highway Department
595 Elm Place
Princeton, IL 61356
Vehicle line-up will start on West Elm Street. You can read the event guidelines below. If you have any questions about our Electronics Recycling Event please contact
recycling@bureaucounty-il.gov.
Event Guidelines
Event will continue whether rain or shine
Proof of Bureau County residency required (driver’s license, voters ID card, recent utility bill).
TOTAL limit of SEVEN (7) items
Only Bureau County residentially generated electronic items are accepted. No businesses or
institutions.
Also, large volumes of dismantled or de-manufactured listed items will not be accepted.
Volunteers will help unload items.
DO NOT LEAVE ITEMS OUTSIDE OF THE COLLECTION SITE – 24 Hour Surveillance Cameras WILL
BE ONSITE.

Items Accepted
Air Fryer / Microwave
Boom Box / Stereos / Speakers
Box Fan / Space Heater / D-Humidifier
Cable / Satellite Receiver / TV
Calculator
Camera / Camcorders
Laptop / Monitor / Copier / Scanner / Fax Machine /
Typewriter / CPU Desktop
CD / VCR / DVD / DVR / Record / I-Pad / Digital Music Players
Christmas Lights / Electric Power Tools / Power Cord
Clocks / Radios
Coffee Maker
Computer Mice / Speaker / Keyboard / Printer
E-Reader / Tablet
Pizza Maker / Toaster / Toaster Oven / Electric Tea Kettle
Digital Converter Boxes / Landline Phones
Vacuum Cleaner / Irons
Video Games Consoles / Handheld Electronics
Items NOT Accepted
Refrigerators / Freezers / Stoves*
Washing Machines / Dryers*
Dishwashers / Blenders
Air Conditioners / Water Heaters
Smoke Detectors / Batteries
Fluorescent Bulbs
* White goods are major home appliances and WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED!
Questions?
If you have any questions, please email us at Recycle@bureaucounty-il.gov!
IMPORTANT: Computers often contain highly personal information, so BEFORE dropping off any computer or memory device for recycling, it is
strongly recommended to ERASE the hard drive

MEDICARE And MUFFINS
2025-11-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Walnut Public Library, 101 Heaton Street, Walnut, 61376, United States
Walnut Public Library
Saturday November 1st
10:00 AM
Learn about the 2026 changes to medicare.
This meeting is only for educational purposes.
