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Kid Librarian

All Day 10/1 - 12/31
Children of all ages
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: Children of all ages
Event Details:

Calling all students at Elise Ford Allen, C.T. Vivian, Annie Jo Gordon, Harold B. Dawson, Trewyn and Whittier! Want to be Lincoln Branch's next Kid Librarian?

Take-out a Book! ~ Uber Reads

All Day 11/1 - 11/23
Adults
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the display table for "Take-out a Book ~ Uber Reads" or call 309-497-2600 to place your order and pick-up a mystery book in a bag.  A valid library card is required!

Sir Mix-A-Lot for America's Libraries

All Day 11/1 - 11/26
All ages
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: All ages
Event Details:

OMG, Becky! Look at her BOOKS!  Come in and check-out this fun display of BIG BOOKS that you can check-out! And take home a copy of the song "I Like Big Books And I Cannot Lie".  You other readers can't deny!     

Teen Craft to Go: Straw Weaving Bookmark or Bracelet

All Day 11/1 - 11/30
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This month, we will have craft kits for tweens and teens to make their own Straw Weaving Bookmark or Bracelet. A limited number of kits are available so get one while supplies last!

Slime Lab

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Lincoln Branch
At Capacity
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join us for another amazing slime lab and this month we're making Icee slime! Call 309-497-2600 or register online to reserve your spot. 

Thanksgiving

11/27/2024 @ 6:00pm - 11/29/2024 @ 6:00pm
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual
Description:

All locations will close at 6pm on Wed, Nov 27, and remain closed through Fri, Nov 29.

Hair Braiding Workshop

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Lincoln Branch
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to braid? Skilled braiding expert Lacy Simmons will provide a short educational presentation and assist in hands-on practice. All materials will be provided. Registration is required.  

Teen Craft To Go: Pom-Pom Christmas Ornament

All Day
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

In December we will have craft kits for tweens and teens to make their own Colorful Pom-Pom Christmas Ornament. A limited number of kits are available so get one while supplies last!

Embroidery Hoop Ornament - craft to go for adults!

All Day 12/1 - 12/31
Adults
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This month, pick up an embroidery hoop ornament craft kit to complete at home! While supplies last. 

Sunday Movie Matinee: Inside Out 2

2:00pm - 4:00pm
All ages
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Enjoy a free showing of the movie "Inside Out 2." Popcorn will be provided. 

Budding Bookworms

10:30am - 11:15am
Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us with your budding bookworm as we learn about the world through songs, stories and crafts.

Teen Candle Making

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join us to make your own candle - choose your scents, melt the wax, even design your own candle label! Call 309-497-2600 or register online to reserve your spot. 

Adult Computer Time

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Calling All Senior Citizens to join us in the Computer Lab for a fun lesson to enhance your knowledge by learning basic computer skills.  For more information please call 309-497-2600. 

Cocoa and Crafts Night

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Children of all ages
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Children of all ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie
Event Details:

Stay warm and cozy at the Lincoln Branch Library!

DIY: Holiday-Scented Bath Salts

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Lincoln Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

'Tis the season for a warm, cozy bath! Come create a jar of peppermint bath salts (or other scent of your choice) for yourself or as a gift. Register online or call 309-497-2600. 

 

3D Pen Catapults

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Lincoln Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn how to use a 3D pen and use one to make your very own catapult. Ages 10+. Call 309-497-2600 or register online to reserve your spot. 

Build a Gingerbread House

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Lincoln Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Get into the holiday spirit by building a gingerbread house with us! We supply everything you need to make a fantastic, festive treat. Register online or call 309-497-2600. 

Winter Snowglobe Craft

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Come make your very own custom snowglobe using a glass jar! We will be using modeling clay and glitter to make our own wintery snowscapes. Be sure to register online as spots will be limited.

Slime Lab

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Lincoln Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room
Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years)
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for another amazing slime lab. This month we're making snow slime! Call 309-497-2600 or register online to reserve your spot. 

Christmas Eve

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual

Christmas Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual

New Year's Eve

2:00pm - 11:45pm
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch, Multiple Locations, Off Site, Virtual

Closed for New Year's Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Lakeview Branch, Lincoln Branch, Main Library, McClure Branch, North Branch
Description:

Happy New Year! All locations will be closed on Jan 1, 2025

Valentines for Seniors

All Day
Adults
Lincoln Branch
Library Branch: Lincoln Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make this Valentine’s Day special for seniors in our community at Southside Manor. Stop by the Lincoln Branch to make a card between January 2 – February 3, 2025.