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Monday to Thursday 9am–9pm Friday 9am–6pm Saturday 9am–5pm • Sunday 1–5pm
NEWS Library Closed
Christmas: Dec. 24 & 25 New Year: Dec. 31 & Jan. 1.
Legends and Lore of Winter Monday, Dec. 16, 7:00pm
Join Chad Lewis as he shares bizarre tales for the darkest days of the year. (In person/online)
Wild Ones - Citizen Science in Your Backyard Tuesday, Jan. 7, 7:00pm
Enjoy nature and deepen your knowledge of native plants in your yard, local park, or forest preserve. (In person/online)
Family History Finders Wednesday, Jan. 8, 1:30pm
Explore your family history with us! You will get tips from the library staff and group members. (In person)
Charisma and Character The Life of Cary Grant Wednesday, Dec. 18, 7:00pm Reminisce about the holiday traditions of the “Golden Age” of radio with Steve Darnall. (In person/online)
Wednesday, Jan. 8, 7:00pm
Jim Gibbons will discuss Grant’s unstable childhood, pursuit of fame, and his success in films. (In person/online)
Craft + Connect
Byte-Sized Tech
Thursday, Dec. 19, 6:30-8:30pm
Thursday, Jan. 9, 1:30-3:00pm
Bring your work-in-progress and connect with others who love to create. (In person)
We will share tips on how to use your technology with ease and answer basic questions. Drop in, bring your device, login, and password. (In person)
Illinois Libraries Present Experience Little Women: The Musical (2022)
Senior Connections - The Women by Kristin Hannah
Dec. 20-22
Register to receive a special link to watch Little Women: The Musical (2022). (Online)
Friday, Jan. 10, 10:30am
The Library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Book Butler
Film Friday
Friday, Dec. 20, 2:00pm - Elf (PG) Friday, Jan. 3, 3:00pm - Twisters (PG-13)
Watch a movie at the Library! Snacks and covered drinks are welcome. (In person)
Great Books - The Art of Living by Epictetus Saturday, Dec. 21, 10:00am
We’ll automatically put new books by your favorite authors on hold for you -no phone call needed! Just fill out the form and select which authors you’d like to read. We’ll do the rest!
Stay Crafty!
Pick up a new Stay Crafty kit every month at the First Floor Help Desk. While supplies last, limit 2 per person, please.
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (In person) Click on the event to register. All events require registration.