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Film Noir: Greatest Hits
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ADULT EVENTS
september
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This month, we are celebrating a windy autumn by making paper fans! While supplies last. Adults.
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This month, we are celebrating a windy autumn by making paper fans! While supplies last. Adults.
Time
Month Long Event (september)
Location
Lincoln Branch 1312 W. Lincoln Ave.
28sep12:15 pmFeaturedYoga with Adriene
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Join us for a free, virtual yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube. Doors open at noon in our spacious auditorium. Please bring your own mat
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Join us for a free, virtual yoga class with one of the top yoga instructors on YouTube. Doors open at noon in our spacious auditorium. Please bring your own mat and blanket. Perfect for a lunchtime break. Adults only.
Time
(Thursday) 12:15 pm
Location
Main Library 107 N.E. Monroe
28sep6:30 pmFeaturedSherlock Holmes Story Society
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This month: “The Adventure of the Reigate Squire” (from The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes)
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This month: “The Adventure of the Reigate Squire” (from The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes)
Time
(Thursday) 6:30 pm
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
TEEN EVENTS
september
sepCraft-to-Go: DIY Paper Lanterns
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Stop by and grab supplies to make a paper lantern! While supplies last. Ages 12 to 18.
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Stop by and grab supplies to make a paper lantern! While supplies last. Ages 12 to 18.
Time
Month Long Event (september)
Location
Lincoln Branch 1312 W. Lincoln Ave.
30sep2:30 pmFeaturedAnime/Manga Club
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This casual group is perfect for new or long-time fans of anime and manga. We will be discussing Chainsaw Man Vol. 3&4 by Tatsuki Fujimoto and watching some manga. Ages
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This casual group is perfect for new or long-time fans of anime and manga. We will be discussing Chainsaw Man Vol. 3&4 by Tatsuki Fujimoto and watching some manga. Ages 11 to 18.
Time
(Saturday) 2:30 pm
Location
Lakeview Branch 1137 W. Lake Ave.
october
octRead a Lincoln, Win a Lincoln
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Celebrate TeenTober by reading Lincoln award nominees! For each Lincoln book you review on Beanstack in October, you’ll earn an entry to win a $5 gift card to your choice
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Celebrate TeenTober by reading Lincoln award nominees! For each Lincoln book you review on Beanstack in October, you’ll earn an entry to win a $5 gift card to your choice of Steam, Google Play, or Amazon! One winner from each location! Grades 9 to 12.
Time
Month Long Event (october)
octCraft-to-Go: STEM Bone Bridge Challenge
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Pick up this STEM kit that comes with a sweet treat. While supplies last. Ages 12 to 18.
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Pick up this STEM kit that comes with a sweet treat. While supplies last. Ages 12 to 18.
Time
Month Long Event (october)
Location
Lincoln Branch 1312 W. Lincoln Ave.
01oct2:30 pmFeaturedJust Craftin’ Around Halloween Workshop
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Join us for a new afternoon craft meet up! This month we’re making several different Halloween decorations. You can choose which craft you want to make or make all of
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Join us for a new afternoon craft meet up! This month we’re making several different Halloween decorations. You can choose which craft you want to make or make all of them! Teens and adults.
Time
(Sunday) 2:30 pm
Location
Lakeview Branch 1137 W. Lake Ave.
03oct4:30 pmFeaturedProject Next Generation STEM Activities
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Project Next Generation Mini Activities will offer participants in middle school and high school a chance to learn new approaches to critical thinking, teamwork, and technological skills. Each ten-week session
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Project Next Generation Mini Activities will offer participants in middle school and high school a chance to learn new approaches to critical thinking, teamwork, and technological skills. Each ten-week session will introduce participants to new and exciting technology. All participants must register at Lincoln Branch or by calling 309-497-2600. Project Next Generation grants are made possible using LSTA grant funds provided to the Illinois State Library by IMLS through the Grants to States Program.
Time
(Tuesday) 4:30 pm
Location
Lincoln Branch 1312 W. Lincoln Ave.
04oct6:30 pmFeaturedSylvia’s Wonders and Oddities
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We all know Halloween is mostly ghostly, but what about all the other things that go bump in the night? Sylvia Shults, paranormal reporter, brings you tales of mummified monks,
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We all know Halloween is mostly ghostly, but what about all the other things that go bump in the night? Sylvia Shults, paranormal reporter, brings you tales of mummified monks, man-eating lions, medical oddities, and other assorted weirdness. Join us for a walk on the dark side. Teens & adults.
Time
(Wednesday) 6:30 pm
Location
Lakeview Branch 1137 W. Lake Ave.
KIDS EVENTS
september
28sep10:30 amFeaturedFall Salt Dough Crafts
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Make your very own fall-inspired ornament or unique creation using salt-dough. Children ages 2 and older with adult supervision required.
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Make your very own fall-inspired ornament or unique creation using salt-dough. Children ages 2 and older with adult supervision required.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
29sep10:30 amFeaturedBusy Bees Storytime
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!
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Join us for a family-friendly storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but children of all ages are welcome!
Time
(Friday) 10:30 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.
30sep10:30 amFeaturedFamily Storytime
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Join us for a weekend storytime the whole family will enjoy! Stories and activities will be geared toward ages birth to 6, but children of all ages are welcome.
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Join us for a weekend storytime the whole family will enjoy! Stories and activities will be geared toward ages birth to 6, but children of all ages are welcome.
Time
(Saturday) 10:30 am
Location
North Branch 3001 W. Grand Pkwy.