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Great Authors at the Library: Ben Clanton |
Wednesday, April 22, at 6:30 pm | CELEBRATE National Library Week with NYT bestselling children's author Ben Clanton, the author and illustrator of the popular Narwhal and Jelly series. In addition to a family-friendly presentation + drawing activity 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 Narwhal and Jelly Book Club Kit before the event!
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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!
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Ride MTD for Free with Your Library Card |
IN HONOR OF National Library Week, we're partnering once again with Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District and The Urbana Free Library for our “Read + Ride with MTD” campaign. Ride MTD for free Apr. 19–25 by showing your Champaign or Urbana library card!
Plan your trip at mtd.org » |
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Fantastic Foam & More Science Show! |
Sat., Apr. 25, at 3 pm | LOVE SCIENCE? Join us for Absolute Science's Fantastic Foam & More Show and have a chance to participate in fun and fascinating science experiments! |
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"Penny for Your Thoughts" Live Broadcast |
Wed., Apr. 22, 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 and interviews Library Director Brittany Millington and others in honor of National Library Week occuring April 19–25. |
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Virtual Visit with Bestselling Author Cristina Henríquez |
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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!
4/3 · Bingo
4/10 · Trivia
4/17 · Puzzle Peace
4/24 · Card Games |
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Celebrating National Volunteer Week! |
THANK YOU to all of our wonderful volunteers for their time and dedication to the library. As we celebrate National Volunteer Week (April 19–25), we want to recognize the impact of their contributions. This past year, 278 community members and 35 groups helped the library with their combined efforts totaling 10,244 hours!
We would like to also express our appreciation for our Library, Foundation, and Friends Board members, as well as the dedicated volunteers who work in our FriendShop Bookstore. |
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Wed., Apr. 15, from 6–7 pm | LEARN HOW to use the Bernina sewing machines available in The Makerspace at the Douglass Branch. Sign up starting Apr. 1 » |
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Wed., Apr. 29, from 6:30–8 pm | LEARN HOW to use the Bernina sewing machines available in The Studio. Sign up starting Apr. 1 » |
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Thu., Apr. 23, at 6 pm | QUESTIONS about wills? Join attorney Roaa M. Al-Heeti to learn about the fundamentals of estate planning, including wills, trusts, and more. Attend in person or sign up for the Zoom link to attend online.
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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 (4/9), Shachar Meron, partner at Bluegreen Branding (4/28) and licensed esthetician Tristin Waldrop (4/30).
Business Resources »
Career Resources » |
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We also offer Specialty Tech workshops. This month you can learn the basics of 3D printing at the library and create your own customized keychain (4/27, 6:30 pm). Sign up online or by calling 217.403.2000. |
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WE ARE CURRENTLY replacing the existing bamboo flooring in our lobby. We expect the project to be finished on April 22. The Library Café, Robeson Pavilion rooms, and lobby restrooms are inaccessible during this timeframe. Questions? Call us at 217.403.2000.
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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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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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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
Stop by from 4–5 pm on Wednesdays for fun do-it-yourself activities. For school-aged kids. |
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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
EVERY DAY after school, middle and high school students can stop by the Main Library in The Studio for activities and fun. On early-out days, activities start at 1 pm.
*Does not meet Apr. 3. |
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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., Apr. 24, from 6–8 pm
Fourth Fridays
@ Douglass Branch
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Yarn & Shenanigans
Mon., Apr. 6 & 20 at 6 pm
Douglass Branch |
Coffee and a Craft | Paper Flowers
Thu., Apr. 9, at 2 pm
Douglass Branch |
Project READ Tutoring
Fridays at 9:30 am |
Project READ Introduction to Tutor Training
Fri., Apr. 10, at 10 am
Sign up » |
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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 Apr. 15, May. 13, & Jun. 17. |
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Cover-to-Cover and Table Talk Joint Book Discussion
Harlem Rhapsody by Victoria Christopher Murray
Thu., Apr. 23, at 6:30 pm, at Douglass Branch |
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Pajama Storytime
Tue., Apr. 7 & 21, 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., Apr. 14, at 6:30 pm |
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Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime
11:15 am
For infants to age 6.
4/27 · Douglass Branch
4/29 · 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. |
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