The Anne West Lindsey District Library is a proud recipient of the Project Next Generation grant. This grant enables us to offer S.T.E.M. and S.T.E.A.M. programming to those in junior high and high school. Please make sure to review our Teen & Young Adult Program Policies and Expectations before signing up for a program.
The library has received the PNG grant award again for 2024-2025!
March PNG Programs
S.T.E.A.M. Work Makes the Dream Work :
- March 3rd: Lego Building
- March 5th: ASL
- March 10th: Cricut Stickers and Buttons
- March 12th: Crochet Club
- March 17th: Gardening
- March 19th: ASL
- March 24th: Polymer Clay
- March 26th: Fake Cake Decorating
- March 31st: Perler Beads
If you need more information, you can look at our libraries calendar – or email troland@awlindsey.com for questions.
A little about the grant:
“PNG programs encourage personal growth and the educational development of at-risk middle to high school students through the use of mentors, technology and library based group projects. The goal of PNG is to bridge the digital divide by making recent technologies accessible to students who have limited access to computers. In a similar manner, the program strives to provide positive role models and offers a safe and friendly environment . The mentors involved with the program foster the development of self-confidence and pride in their students by helping them gain the knowledge and skills necessary for future educational and professional success.”
Funding for Project Next Generation is provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services to the Secretary of State/Illinois State Library under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).