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Saturday, June 13, from 12–3 pm, Douglass Park | YOU’RE INVITED to an all-ages community celebration in honor of this year's Juneteenth Emancipation Day Celebration. Performers will include Afro D & Global Soundwaves, Perfect Time Dance Academy, and the Active Senior Choir. Presented in partnership with the Champaign Park District. |
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Forging Liberty Exhibition |
Thursday, June 18–Sunday, June 21 | CELEBRATE America's 250th anniversary with a special visit to the library to view a rare exhibition featuring 21 authentic founding-era documents and artifacts that trace America's path from protest to independence, revolution, and nationhood. Admission to the
Presented by the Champaign County History Museum at the Historic Cattle Bank and part of Champaign County's America 250 commemoration. |
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Thursday, June 4, 6 pm | ARE YOU passionate about helping others and interested in starting a nonprofit? Join us for an informative workshop led by Caitlyn Kurtz, Center for Nonprofit Excellence Director at the Community Foundation of East Central Illinois. |
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Saturday, June 20, at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm | READY FOR some yo-yo fun? World yo-yo champion Mark Hayward returns this summer for a fun-filled day of yo-yo hijinks, tricks, and tips! |
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Wednesday, June 17, from 6–7 pm | LEARN HOW to use the Cricut machine available in The Makerspace at the Douglass Branch. Sign up starting Jun 1 » |
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Saturday, June 27, at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm | GET READY to see some next level rope jumping! David Fisher, also known as the Rope Warrior, returns to showcase his amazing and mind-blowing jump rope tricks. |
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Wednesday, June 24, from 6:30–8 pm | LEARN HOW to use the Glowforge machines available in The Studio. Sign up starting Jun 1 » |
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Money Matter$ | First-time Homebuyer Programs |
Thursday, June 18, at 6 pm | QUESTIONS about buying your first home? Andrew Bill from Motto Mortgage will give attendees an overview of the numerous assistance programs for first-time buyers. Attend in person or sign up for the Zoom link to attend online.
Presented in partnership with Motto Mortgage. Part of the Money Matter$ series. |
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Business & Career Workshops |
NEED HELP with your job search or business venture? This month's workshops will feature tips from communication expert Bill Whitman (6/23), and Career Librarian Cat Purcell (6/25).
Business Resources »
Career Resources » |
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We also offer Specialty Tech workshops. This month you can learn the basics of how to utilize the free online Canva platform to create videos (6/1, 6:30 pm). |
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Wednesday, June 17, at 4 pm | JOIN US to learn about the history of the Library Friends followed by a presentation from local author Robert Sampson. Interested in becoming a member of the Friends? Join the Friends » |
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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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Sat., June 6, at 3 pm | GET READY to sing, dance, and jump with grammy-nominated children's music duo Wendy & DB! |
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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 3 pm
@ Douglass Branch
Stop by from 3–4 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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Club Fred
Mon., Tues. & Thurs. from 4–5 pm at the Douglass Branch
Hang out with us this summer for games, activities, and more! |
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Friday Night Jam Sessions
Fri., June 26, from 6–8 pm
Fourth Fridays
@ Douglass Branch
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6/5 · Bingo
6/12 · Trivia
6/19 · Puzzle Peace
6/26 · Card Games |
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Yarn & Shenanigans
Mon., June 1 & 15 at 6 pm
Douglass Branch |
Coffee and a Craft | Fabulous Keychains
Thu., June 11, at 2 pm
Douglass Branch |
Project READ Tutoring
Fridays at 9:30 am
Project READ Introduction to Tutoring
Fri., June 5, at 10 am
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Pajama Storytime
Tue., June 2 & 16, at 6:30 pm at Douglass Branch |
Saturday Storytime Saturdays at 9:45 &
10:30 am |
Take & Make for Preschoolers
Thursdays at 10 am |
Sensory-Friendly Storytime
Tue., June 9, at 6:30 pm |
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Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime
11:15 am
For infants to age 6.
6/29 · 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. |
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