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HAVE YOU HEARD? The Champaign Public Library is celebrating its 150-year anniversary this year! Yearlong festivities include anniversary-themed events and activities - be sure to join in the fun! |
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STARTING IN MARCH, we are replacing the existing bamboo flooring in our lobby. The project begins on Monday, March 2 and continues through Wednesday, April 22. The Library Café, Robeson Pavilion rooms, and lobby restrooms will be inaccessible during this timeframe. Have questions? Give us a call at 217.403.2000.
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Tuesdays at Ten | Mini Wellness Series + The History of Champaign Public Library |
IN MARCH, historian Fred Christensen will present his last two fascinating talks on Travel and Tourism in Victorian Times (3/3 & 3/10), and after that you can learn about the benefits of massage therapy and Pilates in a Mini Wellness Series (3/17 & 3/24). Finally, join us for a special program about the rich 150-year History of Champaign Public Library (3/31). No fees. No registration. Just socializing and learning something new! |
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Virtual Visit with Pulitzer-Prize winning author |
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LOOKING FOR fun activities on Friday evenings? Look no further! Join us from 6–8 pm for Unbooked, which includes activities like Trivia, Card Games, Bingo, and Puzzle Peace!
3/6 · Bingo
3/13 · Trivia
3/20 · Puzzle Peace
3/27 · Card Games |
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Wed., Mar. 18, from 6–7 pm | LEARN HOW to use the Cricut machine available in The Makerspace at the Douglass Branch. Sign up starting Mar. 2 » |
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LIKE TO WRITE? This month, local mystery author Molly MacRae will return and share insights on
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Thu., Mar. 12, at 6 pm | QUESTIONS about tax planning? Join wealth advisor and certified financial planner Daly Andersson to learn about the many ways you can tax-optimize your financial planning.
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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, President of Clanin Creative (3/3), and Nicole Havelka, Founder of Defy the Trend (3/26).
Business Resources »
Career Resources » |
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Get Free Help with Your Taxes |
LOOKING FOR free tax assistance? Sign up to meet with IRS-certified volunteers at the library through April 16. Contact Stevick Senior Center at 217.359.6500 to make an appointment. Presented in partnership with the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program. Read more » |
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Tue., Mar. 17, from 6 am–7 pm | DID YOU KNOW? The Library is a universal voting site. On Election Day, the library will open at 6 am for voting. Early voting will be available from March 9–16 in the Quiet Study Room located on the 2nd floor of the library. |
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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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Drop-in Hours in The Studio
Thursdays and Fridays from 5–8 pm
On Friday evenings, beginner-friendly crafts for all ages are available to create at your own pace!
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JOIN US for family-friendly fun on Friday evenings at Unbooked Kids at the library! Drop in from 6–8 pm for rotating crafts and activities for kids. |
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DIY Kids
Wednesdays at 4 pm
@ Douglass Branch
Hands-on activities include Slime Time, Tech Toys, March Madness, and Plastic Cup Stacking Challenge. |
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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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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.
*Does not meet Mar. 12 through 20. |
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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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Friday Night Jam Sessions
Fri., Mar. 27, from 6–8 pm
Fourth Fridays
@ Douglass Branch
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Yarn & Shenanigans
Mon., Mar. 2 & 16 at 6 pm
Douglass Branch |
Coffee and a Craft | Beaded Plant
Thu., Mar. 12, at 2 pm
Douglass Branch |
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 taught by college instructors. Gale Courses start Mar. 18, Apr. 15, & May 13. |
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Pajama Storytime
Tue., Mar. 3 & 17, at 6:30 pm at Douglass Branch |
Saturday Storytime Saturdays at 9:45 &
10:30 am |
Make & Take for Preschoolers
Thursdays at 10 am |
Sensory-Friendly Storytime
Tue., Mar. 10, at 6:30 pm |
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Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime
11:15 am
For infants to age 6.
3/25 · Main Library
3/30 · 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. |
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