Upcoming Events

We are all about bringing together people who love to read and who want to build a community focused on discovering and celebrating the literature of Black Writers.  

Join us for an hour of fun at storytime! Enjoy exciting stories and a hands-on craft or activity. For preschool-age children. Groups included.

Join the Lincoln Branch for a fun spring break Shrinky Dink craft! Create your very own keychains and/or pair of earrings! We bring the supplies, you bring your creativity. Sign up online or by calling us at 309-497-2600.

SUPA EPIC PARTY TIME!

Love drawing but don't love paying for art supplies? Join our Teen Digital Art club where we have brand new drawing tablets for you to learn and use. Polish your digital art skills and learn just how fun this hobby can be!

This casual group is perfect for new or long time fans of anime and manga. We will be watching anime and enjoying snacks. 

Do you want to improve your green thumb or just make gardening easier?  Technology may be the answer.  Join us in this introductory lecture to learn about different types of gardening tech.

Tuesday Teen Workshop is an after school program for neighborhood teens. We will be doing crafts, games, and projects all with a STEM focus. Please call us at 309-497-2600 to register as space is limited.

Thursday Stem Club is an after school program for neighborhood middle schoolers. We will be doing crafts, games, and projects all with a STEM focus. Please call us at 309-497-2600 to register as space is limited.

Design your very own shoe charms to customize your crocs! Visit the Lincoln Branch or call (309) 472-2600 to register. 

Friday After School Crafts is an after school program for neighborhood grade schoolers. We will be doing crafts, games, and projects. Please call us at 309-497-2600 to register as space is limited.

Come join in on the fun with Sip & STEM with 3D Pens.  3D pen art is an interesting combination of art and technology that can be used to create masterpieces.  Learn about this fun new technology and sip!

Welcome in the spring season by painting your very own glass votive candle holder! We will be using special glass paint to make our very own designs and try our hand at faux mosaic styles to create pieces you'll love.

Tuesday Teen Workshop is an after school program for neighborhood teens. We will be doing crafts, games, and projects all with a STEM focus. Please call us at 309-497-2600 to register as space is limited.

Thursday Stem Club is an after school program for neighborhood middle schoolers. We will be doing crafts, games, and projects all with a STEM focus. Please call us at 309-497-2600 to register as space is limited.

Learn the basics of how to use a 3D pen and create your own 3D easter egg! For ages 10+. Visit the Lincoln Branch or call (309) 497-2600 to reserve your spot. 

Friday After School Crafts is an after school program for neighborhood grade schoolers. We will be doing crafts, games, and projects. Please call us at 309-497-2600 to register as space is limited.

Love drawing but don't love paying for art supplies? Join our Teen Digital Art club where we have brand new drawing tablets for you to learn and use. Polish your digital art skills and learn just how fun this hobby can be!

Annual Great Easter Egg Hunt!  Join in on the egg hunt to find colorful eggs with treats!

Our special guest the Easter Bunny will delight you with exciting hops and fun giveaways.  

This casual group is perfect for new or long time fans of anime and manga. We will be watching anime and enjoying snacks. 

Curious about AI?  Want to know more about Chat GPT?  This lecture will introduce some of the basic ideas around artificial intelligence.