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Short Story Contest, Awards Ceremony, & Reading |
DO YOU WRITE? Entries are due by November 6 for the eighth annual Short Story Contest. The three top stories will be read aloud at the Awards Ceremony & Reading and published on the library's website. The grand prize includes yearlong memberships to MasterClass (for access to online writing courses) and to Scrivener (an online tool for organizing and writing) plus a headshot for your author portfolio! Get contest details on our website. Read more »
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Opening Reception for “The Art Connection” |
Sunday, November 8, at 2 pm | CELEBRATE A NEW EXHIBITION, “ The Art Connection: Schools to Library,” with kids, teens, and art teachers from Barkstall Elementary School, Central High School, and Edison Middle School. This series showcases artwork by 150 students from Champaign Unit 4 schools each year. The artwork will be on display through February in the FriendShop on the lower level and in the Children’s area on the first floor. |
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DID YOU KNOW the night sky looks different from South America? Learn why as astronomer David Leake takes you on a virtual tour of several mountaintop astronomical observatories in Chile and highlights current research underway using the latest technology.
Tuesdays at Ten
No fees. No registration. Come socialize and learn something new! |
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Sign Up Opens Nov. 1 for the Young Entrepreneur Program |
INTERESTED IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP? The Young Entrepreneur Program (YEP) engages, educates, and empowers area high school students as they learn how to turn their ideas into a viable business. The program runs from February through early May 2027 and is free and open to all area high school students!
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Wednesday, November 18, from 6–7 pm | LEARN HOW to use the Glowforge machine available in The Makerspace at the Douglass Branch. Sign up starting November 2 » |
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Money Matter$ | Investing in Your Future with Liberal Studies |
Thursday, November 19, at 6 pm | QUESTIONS about getting a college degree? Roxana Elmi, Coordinator for Recruitment and Admissions in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Illinois, will lead this month’s session and explore how the Bachelor of Liberal Studies can help adult learners finish their degree, build flexible career skills, and make a meaningful investment in their future. Attend in person or sign up to get the Zoom link to attend online.
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Thursday, November 12, at 2 pm | ENJOY CRAFTING? Swing by the Douglass Branch on the second Thursday of each month and make a new craft! |
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Business & Career Workshops |
NEED HELP with your job search or business venture? Local experts leading workshops and drop-ins this month include Lauren Gramly, Director of the Small Business Development Center (11/12), and Scott Clanin, President of Clanin Creative (11/16).
Business Resources »
Career Resources » |
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JOIN US at the Douglass Branch on Wednesday at 4 pm for our weekly do-it-yourself activity. This month, kids can make their own galaxy jar and learn about yarn weaving. |
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In November, designer and educator Liza Wynette will teach attendees how to use Adobe Illustrator to create an illustration (11/30, 6:30–8:30 pm). Sign up to reserve your spot at champaign.org/events. Part of the Specialty Tech series. |
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Virtual Visit with Author Dr. Eve L. Ewing |
Thursday, November 12, at 7 pm | JOIN US for a virtual visit with Dr. Eve L. Ewing, acclaimed author, educator, and poet whose work explores race, education, identity, and community. Sign up to get the Zoom link » |
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LOOKING FOR fun activities on Friday evening? Stop by the library on Fridays from 6–8 pm for Unbooked!
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JOIN US for family-friendly fun on Friday evenings at Unbooked Kids! Drop in from 6–8 pm for rotating crafts and activities each week. |
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Both locations will be closed Friday, November 6, for staff training, and Thursday, November 26, for Thanksgiving Day. |
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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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Make & Take Craft
Thursdays at 10 am |
Stop by Thursday mornings between 10 and 11 for a craft you can make and take home. For preschool children with their caregiver or parent. |
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Club Fred meets on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 4–5 pm
@ Douglass Branch
Join us after school for
games, activities, and more! |
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Fall Reading Challenge
The Fall Reading Challenge has begun! We invite infants through Grade 12 students to read to win! Sign up » |
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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.
*Does not meet Nov. 6 or Nov. 25–27. |
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Yarn & Shenanigans
Mon., Nov. 2 & 16, at 6 pm
@ Douglass Branch |
Project READ Tutoring
Fridays at 9:30 am
*No meeting on Nov. 6 or 27. |
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Gale Courses Start Monthly |
NEW SESSIONS start each month for 375 online Gale Courses. Whether you would like to learn a language, explore new software, or master the guitar, there’s something for everyone. Sessions run for six weeks and are taught by college instructors.
Gale Courses start Nov. 11 & Dec. 16. |
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Table Talk Book Club:
The Dust Bowl Orphans by Suzette D. Harrison
Thu., Nov. 10, at
6:30 pm
@ Douglass Branch
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Baby Storytime
Mondays at 9:30, 10, & 10:30 am
Thursdays at 10:30 am @ Douglass Branch
Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays at 9:30, 10, and 10:30 am
Fridays at 10:30 am @ Douglass Branch
Sensory-Friendly Storytime
Tue., Nov. 10, at
6:30 pm
Pajama Storytime
Tue., Nov. 3 & 17, at 6:30 pm
@Douglass Branch
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays at 9:30 & 10:30 am
Saturday Storytime
Saturdays at 9:30 &
10:30 am
Mother Goose on the Loose Storytime
Douglass: Last Monday of the month at 11:30 am
Main Library: Last Wednesday of the month
at 11:30 am |
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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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