Step back in time at Homestead Sundays at Chippewa Nature Center (CNC) for a free, family-friendly afternoon, Sundays June 2-August 25 from 1-5 pm. Visit  the pigs, sheep, cows and chickens that call the Homestead Farm home in the summer. Explore the cabin, one-room schoolhouse and timber frame barn, and learn how life was different […]

Join us each Monday for our Summer Monday Movie Matinees at the Library! Embark on thrilling adventures with your family with films perfect for all ages. From daring quests to magical journeys, these films promise excitement and fun for everyone! Learn more: MOVIE NIGHT June 10th - "Lightyear" (2022) - The definitive origin story of […]

Introducing sensory friendly movies at the library, where every person is welcome to enjoy a movie in our theater. Our Sensory Friendly Movies are shown without previews, with the volume down and the lights on. In this judgment-free environment, it’s ok to talk, sing, walk around, and even dance! Wheelchair access is available with seating […]

Sanford Lake has had a show on the Fourth for over 22 years. However, since 2021, the launch location for the fireworks has changed to the County Park on the southwest corner of Sanford Lake. Both the County Park and Village Park will have food trucks available starting at 5 p.m. The fireworks will then […]

Join us every Friday morning, June – August, to hear award-winning children’s books read aloud in the Children’s Garden. Included with admission or purchase of an annual admission card. This is a drop-in event. Registration is not required. Daily admission rates are $15 for adults, $5 for students, and children 3 and under are admitted […]