Photo on a Tote Bag (or t-shirt)

St. Patrick's Day Treasure Hunt

Sat, Mar 15, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.

Sat, Mar 15, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Follow the rainbow through the Youth Services Department and solve the riddle along the way. When you are finished, stop by the Youth Services Desk for a prize from the “Pot of Gold”.

March Minecraft Club (Session B)

Sat, Mar 15, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick only Friday (Session A), Saturday (Session B) or Saturday, (Session C) to attend in March.

This event is full

March Minecraft Club (Session C)

Sat, Mar 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Play and create with friends during Minecraft Club. Pick only Friday (Session A), Saturday (Session B) or Saturday, (Session C) to attend in March.

This event is full

St. Patrick's Day Treasure Hunt

Sun, Mar 16, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Follow the rainbow through the Youth Services Department and solve the riddle along the way. When you are finished, stop by the Youth Services Desk for a prize from the “Pot of Gold”.

St. Patrick's Day Treasure Hunt

Mon, Mar 17, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.

Mon, Mar 17, 9:30am - 9:30pm

Follow the rainbow through the Youth Services Department and solve the riddle along the way. When you are finished, stop by the Youth Services Desk for a prize from the “Pot of Gold”.

Mon, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.

Monday Matinee Movie

Mon, Mar 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Enjoy an afternoon movie in the Lee Maternowski Room. Popcorn will be served!

Mon, Mar 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

ESL classes for adults

Graphic Novel Book Club

Mon, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Kids Korner A/B

Discuss books, movies, and everything in between!

Tue, Mar 18, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for fun, simple science activities and much more! Each week will be a different theme and activity.

Supported Chair Yoga

Tue, Mar 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Join certified group exercise fitness expert, Susan Heaton for this class.

Tue, Mar 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Tue, Mar 18, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for fun, simple science activities and much more! Each week will be a different theme and activity.

Symphony Seekers: The Carnival of the Animals

Tue, Mar 18, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Let's Investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!

Registration is now closed

Tue, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Hear how animal movements can be depicted with music and then move along with different musical challenges.

Wed, Mar 19, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.

Wed, Mar 19, 10:00am - 11:30am

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

ESL Wednesday Mornings

Art Class - Ceramic Painting with Color Me Mine

Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.

Book Bites

Wed, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Get a taste of appetizing books with this book club. Pizza, snacks and drinks provided. Find copies of the book at the Youth Services Desk.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Paint your very own ceramic bowl with Color Me Mine. Finished bowls will be available to pick up at the library. A $15 no-show fee for materials is applicable.

This event is full

LEGO Club (session 2)

Wed, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Design, create, build, and have fun... with Legos! Registration is required and limited to EGVPL cardholders.

Thu, Mar 20, 10:00am - 10:30am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a Polish-English story time that includes stories and rhymes. Recommended for ages 0 - 5.

10 Steps to a Smarter Tax Return

Thu, Mar 20, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Let's Investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!

Registration is now closed

Android 101

Thu, Mar 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

Unlock your Android’s full potential. Learn how to navigate settings, master gestures, and troubleshoot common issues. Make your Android work the way you want it to!

This event is full

Thu, Mar 20, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Instead of just “doing” your taxes, take steps to manage your tax bill now and in the future.

Messy Play

Fri, Mar 21, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

Come to the library for hands-on experiences that may include some mess and will always include fun!

This event is full

Mock Monarch Award Celebration

Fri, Mar 21, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Vote for our EGVPL Monarch winner and come celebrate!

Gaming Group

Fri, Mar 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

This program will offer modded Minecraft and Roblox play for experienced gamers, and Feed the Beast to learn new skills and enhance your Minecraft play. Use of Roblox requires an existing account.

The Snowed Inn Adult Winter Reading Wrap-Up Party

Sat, Mar 22, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.

Sublimation Mug

Sat, Mar 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Maker Space

Dive into the craft of sublimation and make a personalized mug using the Cricut mug heat press.

This event is full

Sun, Mar 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Winter is over, and so is our Adult Winter Reading Program. Time for one last farewell party at The Snowed Inn.

Lyle the Crocodile

Mon, Mar 24, 11:00am - 11:45am

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Join us for GreatWorks Theatre’s production of the beloved picture book, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile.

Story to Stage

Mon, Mar 24, 11:00am - 11:45am

Join us for our Story to Stage program featuring Greatworks Theatre production of Lyle the Crocodile. Pick up a Lyle Crocodile kit to enjoy together as a family, then come see the staged performance!

Registration is now closed

Mon, Mar 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

ESL classes for adults

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Tue, Mar 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Magician Trent James

Tue, Mar 25, 11:00am - 11:45am

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

If you’re looking for a fast paced, mindboggling magic show that’s filled with humor, you’ve found it! Join us and be amazed by Trent James during this ticketed event.

Magician Trent James

Tue, Mar 25, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

If you’re looking for a fast paced, mindboggling magic show that’s filled with humor, you’ve found it! Join us and be amazed by Trent James during this ticketed event.

Tiempo del cuento

Tue, Mar 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Vengan a explorar un nuevo tema cada mes con libros y experiencias interactivas. Come explore a new theme each month through books and interactive experiences. All language abilities are welcome.

Tue, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Knitting and Crochet Circle

Wed, Mar 26, 10:00am - 11:30am

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

ESL Wednesday Mornings

STEAM Stackers

Wed, Mar 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Children will take part in a series of age-appropriate STEAM activities while interacting with hundreds of gigantic blocks in this phenomenally fun program!

STEAM Stackers

Wed, Mar 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Children will take part in a series of age-appropriate STEAM activities while interacting with hundreds of gigantic blocks in this phenomenally fun program!

Wed, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Maker Space

Join us for a casual get-together where you can work on your knitting or crochet projects. Meet other crafters, work on your own project, or pick a new pattern to try.

Twinkle Toons

Wed, Mar 26, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Join Miss Dianne for this special event. You will watch cartoons under the stars.This event will also feature well-known Pixar friends, a snack and a craft.

This event is full

Cancelled

The Pixar Predicament: An Animation Adventure Escape Room

Thu, Mar 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Join us for a Polish-English story time that includes stories and rhymes. Recommended for ages 0 - 5.

Sarah Jayne Lane

Thu, Mar 27, 10:30am - 11:15am

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Favorite indie-kid rocker, Sarah Jayne Lane, will be here to perform her mix of kid tunes combined with her original kindie tracks for a jamming good time!

Thu, Mar 27, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

You’ll need to work together during this animation adventure to escape from cartoon chaos. Will you make it back to the EGVPL or be trapped forever in a digital dreamscape?

The Pixar Predicament: An Animation Adventure Escape Room

Thu, Mar 27, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

You’ll need to work together during this animation adventure to escape from cartoon chaos. Will you make it back to the EGVPL or be trapped forever in a digital dreamscape?

This event is full

The Pixar Predicament: An Animation Adventure Escape Room

Thu, Mar 27, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

You’ll need to work together during this animation adventure to escape from cartoon chaos. Will you make it back to the EGVPL or be trapped forever in a digital dreamscape?

This event is full

The Pixar Predicament: An Animation Adventure Escape Room

Thu, Mar 27, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

You’ll need to work together during this animation adventure to escape from cartoon chaos. Will you make it back to the EGVPL or be trapped forever in a digital dreamscape?

Thursday Evening Tech Help

Thu, Mar 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Hero Quest One-shot

Fri, Mar 28, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Venture into a perilous dungeon, battle monstrous creatures, overcome traps, and retrieve valuable artifacts! Test your skills and courage to complete a challenging quest during this One-shot program.

Act of Kindness - Project Linus

Sat, Mar 29, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.

Vinyl Decals

Sat, Mar 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Maker Space

Master the Cricut and design personalized glass decals in this beginner-friendly workshop.

This event is full

Sat, Mar 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Come join us for a volunteer project as we make no-sew fleece blankets to provide comfort for children and teens through Project Linus. Feel free to drop-in and bring a friend along!

Mon, Mar 31, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.

Mon, Mar 31, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.

Women of Space Exploration

Mon, Mar 31, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

ESL classes for adults

Pisanki/ Polish Folk-Art

Mon, Mar 31, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Kids Korner A/B

Learn to decorate eggs using a traditional Polish folk-art style with the help of local artist, Krystyna Jaroć. Family members are welcome to attend, but eggs are limited to registered children.

This event is full

Mon, Mar 31, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Women have been involved in getting people to space for decades. Learn about several historic, though largely unknown, trailblazers.

April Fool's Antics

Tue, Apr 01, 10:00am - 9:00pm

Search around the Youth Services Department and find our April Foolery! Tell a librarian and win a punny prize!

Tue, Apr 01, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for fun, simple science activities and much more! Each week will be a different theme and activity.

Tue, Apr 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Tue, Apr 01, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for fun, simple science activities and much more! Each week will be a different theme and activity.

Tue, Apr 01, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Let's Investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!

Registration is now closed

Uke Jam

Tue, Apr 01, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Hang out and learn a song on the ukulele. All experience levels are welcome! Ukuleles are provided by the library.

Registration opens Friday, March 21 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 02, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.

Wed, Apr 02, 9:30am - 9:30pm

Search for kites of all sizes, colors, and patterns during this springtime scavenger hunt. When you participate, you will be entered in a raffle to win a kite to take home and fly!

Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:30am

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

ESL Wednesday Mornings

Wed, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.

Jr TAG

Wed, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

volunteering

Embroidery Fun

Wed, Apr 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Kids Korner A/B

In this introductory class, we will learn about embroidery supplies and tools, work on fine motor skills, and create fun spring design.

Registration opens Friday, March 21 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 03, 9:30am - 9:30pm

Search for kites of all sizes, colors, and patterns during this springtime scavenger hunt. When you participate, you will be entered in a raffle to win a kite to take home and fly!

Thu, Apr 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a Polish-English story time that includes stories and rhymes. Recommended for ages 0 - 5.

Adult Book Discussion

Thu, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

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Managing Passwords and Accounts

Thu, Apr 03, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Let's Investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!

Registration is now closed

Thu, Apr 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Secure your accounts, simplify your logins! This program teaches best practices for managing passwords, so you can stop struggling with resets and keep your information safe.

Fri, Apr 04, 9:30am - 6:30pm

Search for kites of all sizes, colors, and patterns during this springtime scavenger hunt. When you participate, you will be entered in a raffle to win a kite to take home and fly!

SWOOP!

Fri, Apr 04, 10:00am - 10:40am

Kids Korner A/B

Discovery Museum will be here for a special early childhood STEM class!

Registration opens Friday, March 21 2025 at 9:00am

SWOOP!

Fri, Apr 04, 11:00am - 11:40am

Kids Korner A/B

Discovery Museum will be here for a special early childhood STEM class!

Registration opens Friday, March 21 2025 at 9:00am

Gaming Group

Fri, Apr 04, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Darlene Greaves Conference Room

This program will offer modded Minecraft and Roblox play for experienced gamers, and Feed the Beast to learn new skills and enhance your Minecraft play. Use of Roblox requires an existing account.

Registration opens Friday, March 21 2025 at 9:00am

Sat, Apr 05, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.

Sat, Apr 05, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Search for kites of all sizes, colors, and patterns during this springtime scavenger hunt. When you participate, you will be entered in a raffle to win a kite to take home and fly!

Tiempo del cuento

Sat, Apr 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

Vengan a explorar un nuevo tema cada mes con libros y experiencias interactivas. Come explore a new theme each month through books and interactive experiences. All language abilities are welcome.

Art Showcase

Sat, Apr 05, 11:00am - 2:00pm

-Art Opening on April 5 from 11:00 am-2:00 pm -Art Display from Mead Jr High and Grove Jr High the whole month of April

Sun, Apr 06, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Search for kites of all sizes, colors, and patterns during this springtime scavenger hunt. When you participate, you will be entered in a raffle to win a kite to take home and fly!

Mon, Apr 07, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.

Mon, Apr 07, 9:30am - 9:30pm

Search for kites of all sizes, colors, and patterns during this springtime scavenger hunt. When you participate, you will be entered in a raffle to win a kite to take home and fly!

Mon, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Bond with your little one and meet new friends at a lap-sit storytime full of bounces, tickles, songs, and giggles.

Mon, Apr 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

ESL classes for adults

Canvas Kids: April Blossoms

Mon, Apr 07, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Color a t-shirt during National Library Week! Stop at the Youth Reference desk to get a shirt and use our supplies to make your own wearable art. Limit 1 per person, while supplies last.

Mon, Apr 07, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a two-session art class where kids can craft colorful projects inspired by flowers, rain, and the beauty of spring!

Registration opens Friday, March 21 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 08, 9:30am - 9:30pm

Search for kites of all sizes, colors, and patterns during this springtime scavenger hunt. When you participate, you will be entered in a raffle to win a kite to take home and fly!

Tue, Apr 08, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for fun, simple science activities and much more! Each week will be a different theme and activity.

Tue, Apr 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Tue, Apr 08, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for fun, simple science activities and much more! Each week will be a different theme and activity.

Tue, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Color a t-shirt during National Library Week! Stop at the Youth Reference desk to get a shirt and use our supplies to make your own wearable art. Limit 1 per person, while supplies last.

EGVPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Tue, Apr 08, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Let's Investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!

Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Board Meeting

Wed, Apr 09, 9:30am - 10:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.

Wed, Apr 09, 9:30am - 9:30pm

Search for kites of all sizes, colors, and patterns during this springtime scavenger hunt. When you participate, you will be entered in a raffle to win a kite to take home and fly!

Wed, Apr 09, 10:00am - 11:30am

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

ESL Wednesday Mornings

Wed, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Korner A/B

Attention little learners! Grab your grown-up and get moving in an interactive storytime filled with music and play.

Art Class - Paint and Swipe

Wed, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Color a t-shirt during National Library Week! Stop at the Youth Reference desk to get a shirt and use our supplies to make your own wearable art. Limit 1 per person, while supplies last.

Wed, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Learn how to paint a field of cacti or a fun group of cats without using a brush.

Pajamas and Pancakes

Wed, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Kids Korner A/B

Get cozy and join us for a Pajamas and Pancakes Storytime! Come in your favorite pajamas!

Registration opens Friday, March 21 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 10, 9:30am - 9:30pm

Search for kites of all sizes, colors, and patterns during this springtime scavenger hunt. When you participate, you will be entered in a raffle to win a kite to take home and fly!

Thu, Apr 10, 10:00am - 10:30am

Kids Korner A/B

Join us for a Polish-English story time that includes stories and rhymes. Recommended for ages 0 - 5.

Thu, Apr 10, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Color a t-shirt during National Library Week! Stop at the Youth Reference desk to get a shirt and use our supplies to make your own wearable art. Limit 1 per person, while supplies last.

Thursday Evening Tech Help

Thu, Apr 10, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Kids Korner A/B

Let's Investigate with STEM! This class combines a little bit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a whole lot of fun! Hands-on activities for inquisitive minds!

Registration is now closed

Thu, Apr 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Drop-in technology help. Got a technology question? Our librarians are here to help!

Medicare 101

Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

David Wylly from Medicare Solutions Network will discuss what Medicare covers, what it doesn't, and your potential out-of-pocket exposure. Learn about cost-saving strategies for the future.

Fri, Apr 11, 9:30am - 6:30pm

Search for kites of all sizes, colors, and patterns during this springtime scavenger hunt. When you participate, you will be entered in a raffle to win a kite to take home and fly!

Messy Play

Fri, Apr 11, 10:00am - 10:45am

Kids Korner A/B

Come to the library for hands-on experiences that may include some mess and will always include fun!

Registration opens Friday, March 21 2025 at 9:00am

Fri, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Color a t-shirt during National Library Week! Stop at the Youth Reference desk to get a shirt and use our supplies to make your own wearable art. Limit 1 per person, while supplies last.

Family Boardgame Night

Fri, Apr 11, 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Enjoy a night of family fun with board games, snacks, and music!

Registration opens Friday, March 21 2025 at 9:00am

Sat, Apr 12, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Drop by the library to make a simple craft on your own or with the help of a parent/caregiver. The craft will be available in Youth Services, while supplies last.

Sat, Apr 12, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Search for kites of all sizes, colors, and patterns during this springtime scavenger hunt. When you participate, you will be entered in a raffle to win a kite to take home and fly!

Storytime with Clifford

Sat, Apr 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Join us for a storytime with Clifford and Emily Elizabeth, then make sure you “STAY” to take a picture with the big, red dog!

Sun, Apr 13, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Search for kites of all sizes, colors, and patterns during this springtime scavenger hunt. When you participate, you will be entered in a raffle to win a kite to take home and fly!