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Great Authors at the Library: Suzanne Selfors |
Tuesday, April 8, at 6:30 pm | CELEBRATE National Library Week with acclaimed children's author Suzanne Selfors, who wrote the bestselling Wedgie & Gizmo series. In addition to a family-friendly presentation in the evening, we are also partnering with Champaign Unit 4 Schools for visits to two elementary schools. Stop by either branch to pick up your free Wedgie & Gizmo Book Club Kit before the event! Meet the Author! An Evening with Suzanne Selfors » |
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IN HONOR OF National Library Week, we will continue our “Read + Ride with MTD” partnership with Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District and The Urbana Free Library. Show your Champaign or Urbana library card to ride MTD for free Apr. 6-12!
Plan your trip at mtd.org » |
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LIKE TO WRITE? Celebrate National Poetry Month with Poetry Roundtable, Part I with author Corey Van Landingham (4/2), and Part II with local poet Jim O'Brien (4/16). These informal roundtables will provide the opportunity to write, share, and discuss poetry as a group. Find details about our Writer’s Workshop series and annual contest on our website. |
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CELEBRATE National Poetry Month with Michael J. La Due. Drawing from more than 30 years as a poet, Michael J. La Due will talk about the art of poetry and read from his work (4/3). |
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Thank You, Library Volunteers! |
EACH SPRING during Volunteer Appreciation Week, we like to recognize our volunteers, celebrating their amazing dedication and commitment. This past year 209 community members and 36 groups generously helped the library. Their contributions total 8,762 hours!
We also extend our gratitude to our Library, Foundation, and Friends Board members, as well as the dozens of helpers who work in our FriendShop Bookstore. |
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Wednesday, Apr. 9, at 9 am | TUNE IN with Brian Barnhart, host of the WDWS radio show, “A Penny for Your Thoughts,” while he broadcasts live from the library. He'll be interviewing Library Director Brittany Millington and others in honor of National Library Week. |
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THIS MONTH you can enjoy social media sensation Alexis Nikole Nelson, a forager and outdoor educator who uses her TikTok account (@alexisnikole) and Instagram page (@blackforager) to celebrate all the edible plants hiding in plain sight. She peels back historical layers on African American and Indigenous food traditions that have traditionally been repressed and empowers those living in food deserts with greater self-sufficiency. Sign up to get the Zoom link.
Presented in partnership with Illinois Libraries Present, a coalition of 200 public libraries |
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QUESTIONS ABOUT RETIREMENT? Hear from Vice President of Financial Planning Specialist CFP©, Dries Durnez, and Financial Planner, John Frerichs, as they discuss key topics and considerations surrounding saving and investing for retirement.
Presented in partnership with Busey Bank. |
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Tuesdays at Ten | Out in the Garden |
LOVE TO GARDEN? So do we! In this month’s Tuesdays at Ten series, enjoy learning from local experts who will share gardening tips and tricks, plant information, and much more. No fees. No registration. Just socializing and learning something new!
Tuesdays at 10 am
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Looking for a job? Launching a business? |
NEED HELP with your job search or business venture? Local experts leading workshops this month include Scott Clanin, owner of Clanin Creative (4/1 & 24), and Anne Craig, Senior Director at CARLI (4/15).
4/1 · Navigating Google’s Latest Updates for Business Growth, 2 pm
4/1 · Business & Career Help, drop in 5–7 pm, Douglass Branch
4/2 · Career Help, drop in 11 am–1 pm
4/10 · SBDC Office Hours, drop in 12–3 pm
4/11 · Professional Headshot Sessions, 11 am–1 pm (registration required)
4/15 · Grant Writing Basics, 6 pm
4/24 · Career Lunch & Learn: Resume Workshop, 12 pm
4/24 · Email Marketing Essentials, 2 pm
Business Resources »
Career Resources » |
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TECH QUESTIONS? This month’s Getting Started with Tech series (Tuesdays at 2 pm) includes exploring your E-library (4/1 & 4/8), learning how to take pictures with your device (4/15), finding podcasts (4/22) and getting started with typing skills (4/29). Sign up online or give us a call at 217/403-2000. We are happy to help! |
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We also offer Specialty Tech workshops. This month you can Design a Poster using Adobe Illustator (4/21). Sign up online or by calling 217/403-2000. |
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The Main Library and Douglass Branch will be closed April 20. Book returns and the E-Library are always open! |
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Tue., Apr. 1, from
6 am - 7 pm
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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
FOR ALL AGES
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Studio Weekend Hours
• Saturdays, 9 am–6 pm
• Sundays, 12–6 pm
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The Studio | Thursday Night Drop-in Hours
Thursdays from 5–7 pm
For all ages |
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Helping Parents with Emergency Childcare
Sun., Apr. 6, at 2 pm
STOP BY to hear from Crisis Nursery staff for a National Child Abuse Prevention Month presentation. Part of the Growing Together series for parents. |
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Yarn & Shenanigans
Mon., Apr. 7 & 21, at 6 pm
Douglass Branch |
Coffee and a Craft | Rock Painting
Thu., Apr. 10, at 2 pm
Douglass Branch |
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Project READ Tutoring
Fridays at 9:30 am |
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LOOKING FOR something exciting to do after school? Teens are invited to stop by for activities and fun.
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Joint Discussion: Table Talk & Cover-to-Cover Book Clubs: James: A Novel by Percival Everett
Thu., Apr. 10, at 6:30 pm |
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Pick up your Wedgie & Gizmo Book Club Kit through April 8. You’ll get a FREE BOOK plus fun activities! |
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DIY Kids
Wednesdays at 4 pm
Douglass Branch
>> Poetry, Tech Toys, Straw Woven Bookmark, Sock Bunny, and Pom Pom Keychain
Family Fun Night
Thursdays at 6:30 pm
>> Who-o-o Knows, Paint a Flower Garden, Wildlife Adventure, and Mini Gardens |
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Make & Take for Preschoolers
Thursdays at 10 am
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Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime
11:15 am
4/28 · Douglass Branch
4/30 · Main Library |
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WHAT’S NEW? New Releases hit the shelves every week on Tuesday mornings. Reserve your copy now 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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