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Fundraising—More Than Just Asking for Money |
Thu., July 18, at 9 am | FUNDRAISING IS MORE than just asking for money—it involves strategy, planning, engaging, and communicating. Learn how a sound advancement/development plan can result in success for you and your organization. Presenter Jon Salvani is currently Associate Dean for Advancement and the Chief Advancement Officer for the College of Fine and Applied Arts at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He also serves on several local and national volunteer leadership boards. Part of the Start & Grow Your Nonprofit series. |
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Wed., July 10, at 6 pm | ENJOY PAINTING? Learn how to paint with watercolors from local artist (and library staff member!) Rachel Ferrier who will show you how to create simple watercolor landscapes. Sign up starting July 1. |
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Studio Drop-in Hours for Kids, Teens, & All Ages |
HAVE YOU EXPLORED The Studio? Enjoy drop-in hours dedicated to kids, teens, and all ages—plus open hours on weekends (Saturdays, 9–6, and Sundays, 12–6). The Studio includes a makerspace, computer lab, gaming area, and recording studios. Time to try creating something new! Kids in the Studio – Wednesdays, 2–4 pm. School-age kids are invited to stop by for crafting (through July 24). Teens in the Studio – Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2–4 pm. Middle and high school students are invited to drop by (through July 25). Teen Week in the Studio – Monday–Friday, 2–4 pm. Teens are welcome to attend one or all days (July 29–Aug 2). Thursday Night Drop-in Hours – Thursdays, drop in 5–7 pm. For all ages. You can also Book-a-Librarian for one-on-one assistance or reserve equipment (like a Glowforge laser cutter, Cricut machine, or recording booth) for your next Studio visit. |
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THIS MONTH experts from the Alzheimer’s Association will walk us through important topics related to healthy living, Alzheimer’s, and dementia, at Tuesdays at Ten (10 am):
Tuesdays at Ten | Alzheimer’s & Dementia
7/9 · Ten Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s
7/16 · Dementia Conversations
7/23 · Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body
7/30 · Empowering the Caregiver: Caring for a Loved One with Dementia
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LIKE TO WRITE? This month Julie Navickas will lead a hands-on workshop on How to Write a Book Series (7/17). Interested in connecting with other local writers? Gain feedback and writing tips—and build a sense of community—at the next Writers Lounge (7/3). |
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READ FOR THE STARS! SUMMER SERIES
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Live Music for Kids—and More |
ENJOY FUN ACTIVITIES, performances, and celebrations at our Read for the Stars! Summer Series, including music by Grammy-nominated musicians.
Read for the Stars! Summer Series
7/6 · Wendy & DB | Live Music for Kids!, 3 pm 7/13 · Hands-on Science & Discovery Stations, 12–4 pm 7/20 · BIG, Bang, Bubbles Show, 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm 7/27 · Little Miss Ann | Live Music for Kids!, 3 pm 8/3 · Wild Weather with Mr. Science, 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm 8/4 · Read for the Stars! Summer Reading Finale, 12–3 pm 8/10 · Jeanie B | Live Music for Kids!, 3 pm |
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TECH QUESTIONS? Our Getting Started workshops introduce computers, tablets, and more. We provide the equipment and materials—all you need to do is show up! This month includes an introduction to iPhones and iPads (7/9), digital file storage (7/15), and Android phones and tablets (7/16), plus workshops on E-Library resources: Ebooks, Audiobooks, & Magazines (7/23) and Movies, Music, & More (7/30). Sign up online or give us a call at 217/403-2000. |
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Business & Career Workshops |
LOOKING FOR A JOB or changing careers? Starting a business or nonprofit? We can help! Shannon McFarland will share her expertise in communications and content strategy, as part of the Telling Your Story summer series (7/9 & 23). Instructors also include Jon Salvani from the U of I College of Fine and Applied Arts (7/18), Scott Clanin from Clanin Marketing (7/24), and Kevin Martlage from Nextier Advisors (7/25).
JULY HIGHLIGHTS:
Douglass Branch
7/2 • Business & Career Help, drop in 5–7 pm
7/9 • Telling Your Story: Branding & Positioning Power, 12 pm
7/23 • Telling Your Story: Insights & Mindful Leadership, 12 pm
Main Library
7/3 · Career Help, drop in 11 am –1 pm
7/18 • Fundraising: It’s More Than Just Asking for Money, 9 am
7/24 • Getting Started on Canva, 10 am
7/25 · Career Lunch & Learn: Embracing a Career Change, 12 pm
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FriendShop Bookstore Sales |
DURING JULY, get a free book coupon with any purchase at the FriendShop Bookstore. This friendly shop is open to everyone and includes more than 20,000 used books, movies, and audiobooks. Most items are $2 or less. And the best part? All the money you spend goes right back to the library. Open Wednesday through Sunday, from 1–4 pm.
FriendShop Monthly Sales
7/10–14 · Half-Price Sale for Members
7/24–28 · Tag Bag Sale, take home a bag of books for just $1
Joining the Library Friends is easy. We appreciate your support! |
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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
FOR ADULTS
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Yarn & Shenanigans
Mon., July 1, 15, & 29, at 6 pm
@ Douglass Branch |
Coffee and a Craft | Crochet for Beginners
Thu., July 11, at 2 pm
@ Douglass Branch |
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Studio Workshop | Intro to Glowforge
Wed., July 24, at 6:30 pm
Learn how to use the Glowforge machines available in The Studio. Sign up starting July 1 » |
Project READ Tutoring
Fridays, drop in 9:30–11:30 am |
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Gale Courses Start Monthly |
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Cover-to-Cover Book Club: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
Thu., July 11, at 1:30 pm |
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Teens in the Studio
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2–4 pm
Middle and high school students, including fifth-grade graduates, are invited to drop by (through July 25).
Teen Week in the Studio
Monday–Friday, 2–4 pm. Teens are invited to drop in and try something new (July 29–Aug 2). |
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DIY Kids
Wednesdays at 3 pm
@ Douglass Branch
HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES include Paper Cup Stacking, Tech Toys, Pool Noodle Structures, Tissue Paper Suncatcher, and Plastic Bag Jump Rope. |
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BRING YOUR CHILD to the library for shared songs, stories, and activities designed to build early literacy skills. We offer 10 storytimes each week!
Make & Take for Preschoolers
Thursdays at 10 am |
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Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime
For infants to age 6. Meets at 11:15 am:
7/29 · Douglass Branch
7/31 · Main Library |
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WHAT’S NEW? New Releases hit the shelves on Tuesday morning. Reserve your copy or give us a call at 217/403-2000. We’ll let you know when your hold items are ready for pickup! |
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LIBRARY CLOSED
Both locations will be closed on Thursday, July 4. Book returns are always open. |
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