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Sun., May 17, from 12–3 pm | YOU’RE INVITED to an all-ages community celebration to kick off the Join the Party! Summer Reading Challenge (May 15–Aug 15). Enjoy live music by David Howie, DJ Silkee, crafts, and giveaways, plus you can sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge. Join the party and read! |
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Sun., May 3, at 2 pm | CELEBRATE A NEW EXHIBITION, “The Art Connection: Schools to Library,” with kids, teens, and art teachers from Centennial High School, Central High School, and International Prep Academy Middle School. This series showcases artwork by 150 students from Champaign Unit 4 schools each year. The artwork will be on display through October in the FriendShop on the lower level and in the Children’s area on the first floor. |
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Sun., May 3, from 2–5 pm | ARE YOU READY to be inspired by the next generation of business leaders? Don't miss this chance to support area high school students as they pitch their business ideas for a chance to win $5,000 to help turn their business idea into reality. |
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Virtual Visit with Bestselling Author R.F. Kuang |
Wed., May 20, at 7 pm | ENJOY A Virtual Visit with R.F. Kuang as she shares insights on her latest novel, Katabasis, which will soon be adapted into a television series. Sign up to get the Zoom link. |
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Sat., May 23, at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm | DON'T MISS this exciting show presented by Absolute Science that will that takes ordinary bubbles into the realm of the extreme! |
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LOOKING FOR fun activities on Friday evenings? Look no further! Join us from 6–8 pm for Unbooked, which includes activities like Trivia, Card Games, Bingo, and Puzzle Peace!
5/1 · Bingo
5/8 · Trivia
5/15 · Puzzle Peace
5/22 · Card Games
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Wed., May 20, from 6–7 pm | LEARN HOW to use the Glowforge machine available in The Makerspace at the Douglass Branch. Sign up starting May 1 » |
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Sat., May 30, from 12–4 pm | EXPERIENCE THE WONDER and beauty of live butterflies in an indoor tent! Presented by Absolute Science, you will enjoy seeing live butterflies flying, eating, and more! |
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LIKE TO WRITE? This month, writers can connect and share feedback with one another at Writers Lounge (5/6). Later in the month, writers are encourgaed to share their poetry, spoken word, and flash fiction at our next Open Mic Night (5/20). Find details about our Writer’s Workshop series on our website. |
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Money Matter$ | Get Started in Real Estate Investing |
Thu., May 21, at 6 pm | QUESTIONS about real estate investing? Nick Ward, president and owner of Joel Ward Homes Inc., will share how to build wealth through real estate. 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? This month's workshops feature local experts Scott Clanin, President of Clanin Creative (5/7), and Technology Librarian Susan Winkler (5/28).
Business Resources »
Career Resources » |
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Sat., May 2, from 9 am–6 pm | STOP BY FOR FREE COMICS at the Main Library or Douglass Branch, and enjoy a presentation by local comic book artist Stacey Robinson at 1 pm. Costumes welcome! For all ages. |
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The Main Library and Douglass Branch will be closed May 25. Book returns and the E-Library 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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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. |
Teen Lounge | Early Edition
5/4, 5/21, & 5/22 from 1:30–4:30 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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Puzzle Race
Sun., May 10, from 1–3 pm
Gather up a team of four of your most dexterous friends and compete against other teams to see who can finish a 500 piece puzzle the fastest!
Sign up to compete » |
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Friday Night Jam Sessions
Fri., May 22, from 6–8 pm
Fourth Fridays
@ Douglass Branch
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Yarn & Shenanigans
Mon., May 4 & 18 at 6 pm
Douglass Branch |
Coffee and a Craft | Gemstone Bracelets
Thu., May 14, 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 May 13 and June 17. |
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Cover-to-Cover Book Club:
Medicine River by Mary Annette Pember
Thu., May 14, at 1:30 pm |
Table Talk Book Club:
Meeting to select titles for the next season
Tue., May 12, at 6:30 pm |
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Pajama Storytime
Tue., May 5 & 19, 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., May 12, at 6:30 pm |
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Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime
11:15 am
For infants to age 6.
5/27 · 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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