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Kids' Day at the Libr
 
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FRIDAY, JUNE 26 • 11 A.M.–2 P.M.
The annual Swedish Days Kids' Day will be held at the Library with fun-filled games, activities, treats, music, crafts, and more! Activities will take place in the parking lot and inside the building. Hosted by the Geneva Chamber of Commerce.
 
Parking lot and drive up closed for kids day. Friday, June 26. Library open.
 
Swedish Heritage
 
by Helene Tursten
An Elderly Lady is Up to No Good
Maud is an irascible 88-year-old Swedish woman with no family, no friends, and no qualms about a little murder. This funny story collection by Helene Tursten, author of the Irene Huss investigations, features two never-before translated stories that will keep you laughing all the way to the retirement home.
 
by Carolyne Larrington
The Norse Myths
An exhilarating introduction to the vivid, violent, boisterous world of the Norse myths and their cultural legacy from Tolkien to Game of Thrones.
 
by Nathaniel Ian Miller
The Memoirs of Stockholm Sven
In 1916, Sven Ormson leaves a restless life in Stockholm to seek adventure in Svalbard. Still, when an avalanche nearly kills him, leaving him disfigured, Sven flees even further, to an uninhabited fjord. There, with the company of a loyal dog, he builds a hut and lives alone, testing himself against the elements.
 
by Melvin Burgess
Loki
Born within the heart of a fire in the hollow of a tree trunk, Loki arrives in Asgard as an outsider. He is a trickster, an unreliable narrator, the god of intelligence and politics. Despite his cleverness and sparkling wit, Loki struggles to find his place among the old patriarchal gods of supernatural power and is constantly at odds with the god of thunder, Thor.
 
by Christoffer Carlsson
Blaze Me a Sun
A serial killer in a small Swedish town commits his first murder the same night the prime minister is assassinated. A thrilling and profoundly poignant novel by one of the country’s top criminologists, hailed as the best crime writer in Sweden.
 
Looking for more? Explore additional fiction and nonfiction titles celebrating Swedish Days.
 
For Music History Lovers
 
An unfinished journey. African american music in its pivotal decades.
MONDAY, JUNE 22 • 1:30–2:45 P.M.
Join us for this multimedia program in which Clarence Goodman takes us on a 400-year journey, illuminating the rich tapestry of African American music.
 
Join the summer fun!
 
Summer Reading Challenge. Geneva Public Library District. Play Along June 1 to July 31.
Make reading the highlight of your summer! Join the Summer Reading Challenge, track your reading, and earn exciting prizes all summer long.
 
Accept the Challenge
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Pick Up Your Prizes Today!
 
Summer Reading Challenge prizes.
Have you earned 10, 20, 30, or even 40 points during your Summer Challenge?
 
Stop by the Library to pick up your prize! Plus, for every 10 points earned, you'll also receive a drawing ticket to enter for the grand prize basket of your choice.*
 
*Prizes available while supplies last.
 
For the Foodies
 
Red, white, and blue scones.
SATURDAY, JUNE 27 • 1–2 P.M.
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a demonstration featuring “Red, White, and Blue Scones,” an original recipe created by Bill the Baker for this milestone. Samples will be provided during the program.
 
Celebrate Pride Month
 
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   This Pride Month, we're highlighting local organizations and resources that support LGBTQIA+ individuals, families, allies, and friends. Discover groups offering advocacy, education, community connections, support services, and more.
Belong Fox Valley. Community programs, events, and support for LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies. To promote inclusivity and acceptance. Learn more at www.belongfoxvalley.org.
LGBTQ Plus Source. A research database with LGBTQIA Plus articles, publications, videos, and historical sources. Access this database at gpld.org/databases.
P Flag. Geneva and Tri Cities. Monthly support groups and educational resources for LGBTQIA Plus members, families, and allies. Learn more at Genevatricities.pflag.org.
Youth Outlook. Find support groups, drop in centers, and resources for LGBTQIA Plus youth and families. Learn more at youth-outlook.org.
 Want to explore more? Visit our Pride Month page instead.
 
Explore, Learn, and Connect.
 
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TUESDAY, JUNE 23 • 6:30–7:30 P.M.
by Liane Moriarty
Big Little Lies
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 • 4–5:30 P.M.
THURSDAY, JUNE 25 • 10–11:30 A.M.
by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
The Bewitching
THURSDAY, JUNE 25 • 7–8 P.M.
The Wicked Bargain
by Gabe Cole Novoa
The Wicked Bargain
All Ages Fun!
 
Baby signing.
TUESDAY, JUNE 23 • 9:30–10:30 A.M.
Curious how you can help your baby communicate before they speak? Join us for Sign Language for Babies led by a professional ASL interpreter!

READ WITH US
TUESDAY, JUNE 23 • 4–4:45 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 • 9:30–10 A.M.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 • 10:30–11 A.M.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 • 6:30–7 P.M.
BABY STORYTIME (BIRTH TO
24 MONTHS W/CAREGIVER)
TUESDAY, JUNE 30 • 7–8 P.M.

EXPLORE WITH FRIENDS
SATURDAY, JUNE 20 • 9 A.M.–2 P.M.
MONDAY, JUNE 22 • 10:30–11:15 A.M.
REFRIGERATOR
ART CLUB (ALL AGES)
TUESDAY, JUNE 23 • 7–8 P.M.
 
 
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