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Tuesday, July 21, from 6–8 pm, YOU’RE INVITED to a special party to celebrate 150 years since Champaign Public Library was founded! Enjoy refreshments, socializing with friends, and a presentation about the history of the library. For all ages.
The FriendShop Bookstore will also have special open hours from 1–4 and 5–8 pm, with the Tag Bag Sale starting a day early this month. |
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Hands-on Science & Discovery Stations! |
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Wednesday, July 15, from 6–7 pm | LEARN HOW to use the Bernina sewing machines available in The Makerspace at the Douglass Branch. Sign up starting July 1 » |
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Magician Kayleigh Rodgers Returns! |
Saturday, July 25, at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm | GET READY to be amazed by Iowa’s youngest magician, Kayleigh Rodgers as she dazzles you with an array of astounding tricks! |
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Unbooked | In Concert with Ryan Byfield and Nuclei |
Friday, July 31, from 6–8 pm | JOIN US for an evening of live music at Unbooked: In Concert at the Library, with Ryan Byfield and Nuclei. Ryan Byfield is a Caribbean artist from the island of Jamaica. He and his band Nuclei perform original as well as cover material. His music can be found on all streaming platforms. |
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Wednesday, July 22, from 6:30–8 pm | LEARN HOW to use the Bernina sewing machines available in The Studio. Sign up starting July 1 » |
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Time for Kids, Teens & All Ages to create something special! |
STOP BY this summer to create something new in The Makerspace at Douglass Branch and in The Studio. Enjoy drop-in hours during the week for kids, teens, and all ages—plus open hours on weekends.
Drop-in Hours for Club Fred at the Douglass Branch, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 4–5 pm. Teens and school-age children (with their caregiver or parent) are invited to stop by for activities, games, and crafts.
Saturday Drop-in Hours in the Makerspace at Douglass – 1st & 3rd Saturdays, 12–3 pm. For all ages.
Kids in the Studio – Wednesdays, 2–4 pm. School-age children are invited to stop by with their parent or caregiver for crafting. (Through July 29)
Teens in the Studio – Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2–4 pm. Middle and high school students, including fifth-grade graduates, are invited to drop by. (Through July 30)
Thursday and Friday Night Drop-in Hours in The Studio – Thursdays + Fridays, drop in 5–8 pm. For all ages. |
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LIKE TO WRITE? This month, writers will have another opportunity to connect and share tips with other writers at the Writers Lounge (7/1). Later in the month, writers can learn how to apply final edits and prepare for the querying and publishing process in the workshop Editing Your Manuscript led by local author Ekta Garg (7/15). Find details about our Writer’s Workshop series on our website. |
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Money Matter$ | Money Talks: The Hidden Drivers of Spending |
Thursday, July 16, at 6 pm | QUESTIONS about personal finance? Jaelyn Vickery, founder of Dimensional Wealth, will discuss how habits, behaviors, and emotions drive spending cycles and financial stress, and then provide the behavioral tools needed to break through feeling stuck. 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 (7/14), Sarah Michaels, Director of Environmental Health for Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (7/14), Shari Fox, founder of Fox Philanthropic Advisors (7/28), and Adam Zec, owner of MyStandard (7/30).
Business Resources »
Career Resources » |
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Closing out the month, join instructor Liza Wynette for Intro to Procreate and learn how to create fantasy maps (7/27, 6:30–8:30 pm) |
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Both locations will be closed on Saturday, July 4. 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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Sat., July 11, at 3 pm | Enjoy a performance by Kindie music artist Little Miss Ann! |
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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., July 24, from 6–8 pm
Fourth Fridays
@ Douglass Branch
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7/3 · Bingo
7/10 · Trivia
7/17 · Puzzle Peace
7/24 · Card Games
7/31 · In Concert |
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Yarn & Shenanigans
Mon., July 6 & 20 at 6 pm
Douglass Branch |
Coffee and a Craft | Rip-Art Creations
Thu., July 9, at 2 pm
Douglass Branch |
Project READ Tutoring
Fridays at 9:30 am
*Does not meet July 3 |
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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 Jul. 15, Aug. 12, & Sep. 16. |
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Pajama Storytime
Tue., July 7 & 21, 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., July 14, at 6:30 pm |
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Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime
11:15 am
For infants to age 6.
7/27 · Douglass Branch
7/29 · 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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