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All Day 12/24 - 12/25
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Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 11:45pm
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Craft Corner: Paper Bag Snowflakes

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lobby Community Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Kids & Families, Sustainability
Age Group:
Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Craft Corner:

Craft Corner is an all-ages, intergenerational program that brings the community together to create projects throughout the year. With a focus on using different materials and upcy...

Event Details:

Join us to make stunning, reusable 3-D snowflakes out of flat bottomed paper bags (like grocery or lunch sacks). All materials provided, as well as instructions so you'll be able t...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby Community Space
Age Group: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Kids & Families, Sustainability
Required
Seats Remaining: 9

Craft Corner

Craft Corner is an all-ages, intergenerational program that brings the community together to create projects throughout the year. With a focus on using different materials and upcycling when possible, each craft is designed to appeal to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your family or neighbors for some hands-on fun! If you'd like, you can even bring your own materials to make the planned craft or create something uniquely your own.

Event Details:

Join us to make stunning, reusable 3-D snowflakes out of flat bottomed paper bags (like grocery or lunch sacks). All materials provided, as well as instructions so you'll be able to turn your next grocery run into a winter delight.

The Terraformers

Earth Lounge: An Environmental Book Discussion: "The Terraformers"

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults
Earth Lounge: An Environmental Book Discussion:

Explore the curiosities and complexities of nature, environmentalism, and sustainability through fiction and nonfiction literature on the third Wednesday of every other month. ...

Event Details:

In The Terraformers by Annalee Newitz Destry's life is dedicated to terraforming Sask-E. As part of the Environmental Rescue Team, she cares for the planet and its burgeoning eco-s...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability
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Seats Remaining: 31

Earth Lounge: An Environmental Book Discussion

Explore the curiosities and complexities of nature, environmentalism, and sustainability through fiction and nonfiction literature on the third Wednesday of every other month. Learn more about library-led book discussions »

Event Details:

In The Terraformers by Annalee Newitz Destry's life is dedicated to terrafo

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Vegetable Gardening 101

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Sustainability
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Interested in learning how to start growing vegetables but feeling intimidated? Join certified urban farmer Chamika Moore in this workshop to learn the basics of how to begin growi...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Sustainability
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Seats Remaining: 37
Event Details:

Interested in learning how to start growing vegetables but feeling intimidated? Join certified urban farmer Chamika Moore in this workshop to learn the basics of how to begin growing seeds indoors for a successful spring vegetable garden.

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VIRTUAL: Earth Lounge: Discussion Hour

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Program at Virtual
Program Type:
Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an open discussion on climate change and other environmental topics. You are invited to share an article, book, podcast, or film related to environmental issues that yo...

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for an open discussion on climate change and other environmental topics. You are invited to share an article, book, podcast, or film related to environmental issues that you'd like to discuss.

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual Program

After you register (below), you will receive an email with a specific Zoom link to join the event.

By registering, you agree to library policy and understand that no conduct is permitted that may reasonably be expected to create a disturbance or otherwise interfere with the safe use and enjoyment of the library and program by others. All times are listed in Central time.

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Conversations About AI: Deepfakes

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Creative Studio at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Careers & Businesses, Civic Learning, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Sustainability
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join Creative Technology Specialist Kay and Health & Wellness Specialist Claire for a discussion of the social and ethical issues surrounding deepfakes, including the Digital V...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Careers & Businesses, Civic Learning, Digital Learning, Equity & Anti-Racism, Multicultural, Sustainability
Event Details:

Join Creative Technology Specialist Kay and Health & Wellness Specialist Claire for a discussion of the social and ethical issues surrounding deepfakes, including the Digital Voice and Likeness Protection Act and other new Illinois legislation

Disclaimer(s)

Masks Encouraged

Masks for everyone age 2+ are encouraged while attending this program.

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Film Screening and Discussion: Farming While Black

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Veterans Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an exclusive screening and discussion of Farming While Black, a feature-length documentary film that examines the historical plight of Black farmers in the United State...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Veterans Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability
Event Details:

Join us for an exclusive screening and discussion of Farming While Black, a feature-length documentary film that examines the historical plight of Black

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Earth Lounge: An Environmental Book Discussion: "The Backyard Bird Chronicles"

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults
Earth Lounge: An Environmental Book Discussion:

Explore the curiosities and complexities of nature, environmentalism, and sustainability through fiction and nonfiction literature on the third Wednesday of every other month. ...

Event Details:

The Backyard Bird Chronicles begins in 2016, when author Amy Tan grew overwhelmed by the state of the world: Hatred and misinformation became a daily presence on social media, and ...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability
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Seats Remaining: 31

Earth Lounge: An Environmental Book Discussion

Explore the curiosities and complexities of nature, environmentalism, and sustainability through fiction and nonfiction literature on the third Wednesday of every other month. Learn more about library-led book discussions »

Event Details:

The Backyard Bird Chronicles begins in 2016, when author Amy Tan grew overwhelmed by the state of the world: Hatred and misinformation becam

Sew Simple: Introduction to Hand Sewing

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Middle School Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Sustainability
Age Group:
Middle School
Event Details:

Learn the basics of hand sewing! Stop in to learn how to sew patches and buttons onto clothing.

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Middle School Space
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Students Grades 6-8, Sustainability
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Learn the basics of hand sewing! Stop in to learn how to sew patches and buttons onto clothing.

Seed to Sprout: Start Your Own Garden

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Middle School Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Students Grades 6-8, Sustainability
Age Group:
Middle School
Event Details:

Learn how to germinate seeds to start your own garden.

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Middle School Space
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Students Grades 6-8, Sustainability
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Learn how to germinate seeds to start your own garden.

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Earth Lounge: An Environmental Book Discussion: "A darker wilderness: Black nature writing from soil to stars"

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults
Earth Lounge: An Environmental Book Discussion:

Explore the curiosities and complexities of nature, environmentalism, and sustainability through fiction and nonfiction literature on the third Wednesday of every other month. ...

Event Details:

 A darker wilderness: Black nature writing from soil to stars is a vibrant collection of personal and lyric essays in conversation with archival objects of Black history ...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability
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Seats Remaining: 32

Earth Lounge: An Environmental Book Discussion

Explore the curiosities and complexities of nature, environmentalism, and sustainability through fiction and nonfiction literature on the third Wednesday of every other month. Learn more about library-led book discussions »

Event Details:

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Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 5:00pm - 11:45pm
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Scheduled library closing; all library buildings close at 5 pm

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Earth Lounge: An Environmental Book Discussion: "Walkaway"

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults
Earth Lounge: An Environmental Book Discussion:

Explore the curiosities and complexities of nature, environmentalism, and sustainability through fiction and nonfiction literature on the third Wednesday of every other month. ...

Event Details:

In Walkaway by Cory Doctorow, Hubert, Seth, and their ultra-rich heiress friend Natalie are getting a little old to hang out at the "Communist parties, " techno-raveups in abandone...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability
Required
Seats Remaining: 32

Earth Lounge: An Environmental Book Discussion

Explore the curiosities and complexities of nature, environmentalism, and sustainability through fiction and nonfiction literature on the third Wednesday of every other month. Learn more about library-led book discussions »

Event Details:

In Walkaway by Cory Doctorow, Hubert, Seth, and their ultra-rich heiress fr

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Earth Lounge: An Environmental Book Discussion: "How far the light reaches: a life in ten sea creatures"

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Older Adults
Earth Lounge: An Environmental Book Discussion:

Explore the curiosities and complexities of nature, environmentalism, and sustainability through fiction and nonfiction literature on the third Wednesday of every other month. ...

Event Details:

In How far the light reaches: a life in ten sea creatures, Sabrina Imbler profiles ten of the ocean's strangest creatures, drawing astonishing connections between their lives ...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: High School, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Authors & Books, Equity & Anti-Racism, Sustainability
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Seats Remaining: 32

Earth Lounge: An Environmental Book Discussion

Explore the curiosities and complexities of nature, environmentalism, and sustainability through fiction and nonfiction literature on the third Wednesday of every other month. Learn more about library-led book discussions »

Event Details:

In How far the light reaches: a life in ten sea c

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