20+ JOB RESOURCES + WIN A CHROMEBOOK |
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Monday, Sep. 15, from 5:30–7:30 pm | LOOKING FOR A JOB? Thinking about changing careers? Stop by the Community Job Fair for an opportunity to meet with local employers, learn about career resources available at the library, and enter the drawing for a chance to win prizes, including a Chromebook. Participants include Champaign MTD, FedEx, New American Welcome Center, and more. Spanish and French interpreters will be available. Part of the Get that Job! series.
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Made possible with support from the Library Friends. |
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SIGN UP for a library card during September and you’ll get a free drink of your choosing at the Library Café—in addition to the library tote and free book from the FriendShop Bookstore! You can also pose with our giant library card when you sign up! Don't forget to tag us on social media! Sign up » |
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New Storytimes at the Library! |
Join us for new storytimes starting in September!
Pajama Storytime (birth to 5 years)
First & Third Tuesdays of the month at 6:30 pm, at Douglass Branch, starting September 2
Saturday Storytimes (birth to 5 years)
Saturdays at 9:45 am and 10:30 am, at Main Library, starting September 6
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Other Storytimes:
Baby Storytime (birth to 18 months)
Mondays at 9:45 am, 10:15 am, and 10:45 am,
at Main Library
Thursdays at 10:30 am, at Douglass Branch
Toddler Storytime (18 to 36 months)
Tuesdays at 9:45 am, 10:15 am, and 10:45 am,
at Main Library
Fridays at 10:30 am, at Douglass Branch
Preschool Storytime (3 to 5 years)
Wednesdays at 9:45 am and 10:30 am, at Main Library
Sensory-Friendly Storytime
Third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm, at Main Library
Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime (birth to 6 years)
Last Monday of the month at 11:15 am,
at Douglass Branch
Last Wednesday of the month at 11:15 am,
at Main Library |
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Fall Reading Challenge Starts September 1 |
DO YOUR KIDS like to win prize books? The Fall Reading Challenge for Kids & Teens (9/1–12/15) starts soon. We invite infants through Grade 5 students to be DINO-MITE READERS! Middle and high school students can also read to win. Sign up starting September 1 » |
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Unbooked | Puzzle Peace + Puzzle Pop-up Sale in the FriendShop |
LOOKING FOR fun activities on Friday evenings? Look no further! Join us Fridays from 6–8 pm for Unbooked, which includes activities like Trivia, Card Games, Bingo, and Puzzle Peace.
9/5 · Bingo9/12 · Trivia9/19 · Puzzle Peace9/26 · Card GamesThis month, find lots of great puzzles and puzzle-themed books at the Friendshop Bookstore's special Puzzle Pop-Up Sale!
Both Unbooked | Puzzle Peace and the
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Join us for Drop-in Hours in The Studio on Thursdays and Fridays from 5–8 pm. On Friday evenings beginner-friendly crafts for all ages are available to create at your own pace! Please ensure school-age kids and younger are accompanied by a caregiver or parent. |
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Thu., Sep. 18, at 6 pm | QUESTIONS about solar energy for your home? Illinois Extension Educator Karla Griesbaum will share the basics of solar energy, options for homeowners, and considerations when deciding about Solar Energy for the Home. |
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Business & Career Workshops |
NEED HELP with your job search or business venture? Local experts leading workshops this month include Scott Clanin, owner of Clanin Creative (9/9 & 25), Sarah Michaels, Director of Environmental Health at the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (9/16), and Nicole Havelka, Burnout Recovery Coach (9/25).
Business Resources »
Career Resources » |
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LIBRARY CLOSED
The Main Library and Douglass Branch will be closed on Monday, September 1. Book returns are always open. |
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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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DIY Kids
Wednesdays at 4 pm
@ Douglass Branch
Hands-on activities include slime time, tech toys, Nazca lines, and musical instruments. |
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Family Fun Night
Thursdays at 6:30 pm
Stop by on Thursday evenings for games, crafts, STEAM activities, and more, especially for families with school-aged kids. |
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Unbooked Kids
Fridays from 6–8 pm
Drop in for rotating crafts and activities for children that are sure to inspire wonder and imagination! |
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Teen Lounge
Every day after school from 3–4:30 pm
LOOKING FOR something exciting to do after school? Middle and high school students can stop by the library for activities and fun. Meets at Main Library in The Studio. On early-out days, activities start at 1 pm. |
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Club Fred
Mon., Tues. & Thurs. from 4–5 pm at the Douglass Branch
Hang out with us after school for games, activities, and more! |
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Teens, you can read and win prizes! The Fall Reading Challenge for Teens begins September 1. Sign up » |
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Tuesdays at Ten
Tuesdays at 10 am
Join presenter Fred Christensen for a six part history series about the Santa Fe Trail. |
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Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns Tue., Sep. 16, at 7 pm Sign up »
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Yarn & Shenanigans
Mon., Sep. 15, at 6 pm
Douglass Branch |
Coffee and a Craft | Black Glue Art
Thu., Sep. 11, at 2 pm
Douglass Branch |
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Project READ Tutoring
Fridays at 9:30 am |
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Gale Courses Start Monthly |
NEW SESSIONS start each month for 375 online Gale Courses. Learn about real estate investing, start a pet sitting business, or take an introduction to natural health and healing—there’s something for everyone. Sessions run six weeks and are taught by college instructors. Gale Courses start September 17, October 15, and November 12. |
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Table Talk Book Club
Dream Count by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Tue., Sep. 9, at 6:30 pm, at Douglass Branch |
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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
For infants to age 6.
9/24 · Main Library
9/29 · Douglass Branch |
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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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