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Special Events

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Last Friday of the month

3:30 PM

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Pokémon Club is coming to the library!

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Calling all Trainers, collectors, and curious newcomers. Bring your cards to play, trade (if you’d like), and connect with other Pokémon fans. Each meetup will include a mix of TCG play, Pokémon games, and a themed activity or craft.

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No cards? No problem. We’ll have some available to use.

No registration needed, just drop in and join the fun!

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Saturday, May 16, 2026

11:30 AM

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Get ready to wiggle, bop, and glow at our Kids Rave Dance Party, featuring black lights, neon decorations, bubbles, balloons, and toddler-friendly dance music. This playful dance party is designed especially for toddlers through age 5, with older siblings welcome to join the fun.

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The Chilton Public Library is proud to introduce Bridging Generations, a year-long initiative designed to bring together children, teens, adults, and seniors through programs that celebrate connection, learning, and shared stories. This series of in-person events and take-home activities invites families and community members of all ages to discover new skills, honor traditions, and create meaningful memories together.

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Through cooking, crafts, storytelling, and interactive experiences, Bridging Generations highlights the importance of intergenerational relationships. When we learn side by side — whether it’s a grandparent teaching a favorite recipe, a child sharing a new trend, or families exploring together — we strengthen our community and preserve the stories, traditions, and creativity that connect us across time.

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Each month, the library will host a featured event alongside free Take-Home Activity Kits, making it easy for families to participate in ways that fit their schedules. From “Cooking Across Generations” to creative projects and shared storytelling, these activities provide opportunities for everyone to learn from one another and celebrate the unique perspectives that each generation brings.

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This program is made possible thanks to the support of the Chilton Area Community Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region.

Upcoming Events:

 

Wednesday, April 8 at 1:30 PM

Rich Baumann, Singer, Songwritter, Storyteller

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This event is part of the library’s Bridging Generations initiative, made possible through support from the Chilton Area Community Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region.

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The library has a variety of Take and Makes available for checkout. 
Please visit the library or call 920-849-4414 to find out what kits are available.
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Enjoy free, live online conversations with bestselling, award-winning, and highly acclaimed authors—plus access to recorded replays. Events are held two to three times per month and include audience Q&A.

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Register & watch here: https://libraryc.org/chiltonlibrary

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FAQ 

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How do I register?
Register through our Author Talks page: https://libraryc.org/chiltonlibrary

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Where do I find the link to watch?
After you register, you’ll get a confirmation email with the watch link. You’ll also receive reminder emails before the event; calendar saves include the watch link, too.

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Will the talk be recorded?
Yes. Recordings are posted about 24 hours after the live event—find them under Past Event Recordings on our LSC page.

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Is there Closed Captioning (CC)?
Yes—live and replay. Click the CC icon in the video player. Auto-translate subtitles are available under Settings → Subtitles/CC → Auto-Translate.

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Where do the talks take place?
All talks are streamed through your browser—no Zoom required. You can watch on any device with internet access.

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Cost & audience
All events are free and open to the public. Many talks are great for adults and older teens.

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The Creative and Compassionate Art of Seeing Others Deeply with David Brooks
Leading Cultural and Political Commentator and Bestselling Author of The Road to Character
Tuesday, January 13th 2026 at 1:00 PM CST

 

Nature, Art, and Service as Medicine with Journalist Julia Hotz
Journalist and Award-Winning Author of The Connection Cure
Tuesday, January 20th 2026 at 1:00 PM CST

 

Secrets and Second Chances with Liz Moore
New York Times Bestselling and Award-Winning Author of The God of the Woods and Long Bright River
Wednesday, January 28th 2026 at 6:00 PM CST

 

Swashbuckling Heroines and High Seas Adventures with Novelist Vanessa Riley
Award-Winning Author of Island Queen and Murder in Westminster
Thursday, February 5th 2026 at 6:00 PM CST

 

Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart
Award-Winning Author and Professor of Philosophy
Thursday, February 12th 2026 at 1:00 PM CST

 

Smithson’s Gamble: The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch
A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution Collaboration
Tuesday, February 24th 2026 at 1:00 PM CST

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