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Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/1 - 2/28

Multiple Locations

Library Branch: Multiple Locations

Age Group: Children of all ages, Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults, All ages

Program Type: Reading Challenge

Event Details:

Cozy up with some new reads during the winter months to complete the Winter Reading Challenge!

Black History Month Display of Hats in Honor of Mae Reeves

All Day 2/1 - 2/28

Lincoln Branch

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Library Branch: Lincoln Branch

Age Group: All ages

Event Details:

Display of Women Hats will be the focus for the month of February, in honor of Mae Reeves. The first African American woman from Philadelphia whom in 1942, became an entrepreneur by opening her hat shop, called Mae's Millinery. Ms.

Black History Month: Alice's Ordinary People Film Screening

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Main LL2 Auditorium at Main Library

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Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main LL2 Auditorium

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults

Program Type: Movie

Event Details:

Film screening and introduction with Q&A by Director Craig Dudnick. Alice Tregay’s story: ordinary people effecting extraordinary change for human rights. Five decades of fearless activism and the continuing relevance of Dr.

Wonderful Writers Club

Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm

North Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch

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Library Branch: North Branch

Room: North Beehive Storytime Room

Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years)

Event Details:

If you are working on a creative project, a school assignment, or just want to learn more about the craft of writing, the Wonderful Writers Club is here for you. This club is for students in grades 5-8.

AI Workshop

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main LL2 Computer Lab at Main Library

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Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main LL2 Computer Lab

Age Group: Adults

Event Details:

This beginner-friendly AI workshop is designed for adults who want to understand and experiment with today’s everyday artificial intelligence tools in a supportive library environment. No technical background is required—just curiosity.

Propagation Station Craft

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Main 1st Floor Meeting Room at Main Library

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Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Main 1st Floor Meeting Room

Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Join us to create your own Propagation Station! This viral craft allows plant parents and beginners alike to propagate plants in a contained space.

"I Love You 'Alotl'" Axolotl Crafts

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm

North Beehive Storytime Room at North Branch

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Library Branch: North Branch

Room: North Beehive Storytime Room

Age Group: Children of all ages

Event Details:

Need some quick handmade Valentines gifts? Or just a really big fan of axolotls? Join us for some axolotl themed crafts!

Chinese New Year Dumplings

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lakeview Room at Lakeview Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Lakeview Branch

Room: Lakeview Room

Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us at for a festive dumpling-making demonstration in honor of Chinese New Year. Learn about the cultural significance of dumplings and watch step-by-step techniques from our presenter.

Tech Check and Chat

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am

North Seminar Room at North Branch

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Library Branch: North Branch

Room: North Seminar Room

Age Group: Adults

Event Details:

Sip coffee and socialize while learning basic tech skills in a relaxed environment with this new monthly series.

Black History Month: Alma Thomas-Inspired Art

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

McClure Room at McClure Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: McClure Branch

Room: McClure Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Alma Thomas was the first Black woman to have a solo exhibition at the Whitney Museum of American Art. Her abstract art is influenced by nature and it will be our inspiration as we create paintings in her style. All supplies provided.

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All Day	This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Crafts to Go 01/02/2025 @ 9:00am–12/30/2025 @ 6:00pm Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years) Main Library This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth to 5 years)" group This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Age Group: Early Learners (Birth to 5 years), Grade School (6 to 12 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Pick up a craft kit at the Information Desk to take home. While supplies last. Ages 5 to 12. Preschool craft kits also available for ages 2 to 5.
	This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Crafts to Go: DIY Bird Feeder Kit 07/05/2025 @ 10:00am–07/19/2025 @ 6:00pm Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Lakeview Branch This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Stop by the Lakeview Branch for a DIY bird feeder kit. Take it home, decorate, assemble, and enjoy the birds it brings to your backyard this summer. While supplies last.
					This event is in the "Adults" group Unplug Illinois: Mason Jar Lid Sun Catchers 07/11/2025 @ 9:00am–07/12/2025 @ 6:00pm Adults McClure Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: McClure Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Trying to figure out what to do with all that unplugged time on July 12? Pick up a sun catcher kit and add a little joy to your living space. While supplies last.
10 am						This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Bookmark of the Month: Embroidered Flowers 10:00am–11:30am Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults McClure Branch This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Create this month's bookmark of the month using beginner embroidery skills.
11 am			This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Drop In Teen Art Lab: Buttons! 11:00am–1:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Main Library This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 2nd Floor Community Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Have you ever wanted to make your own buttons? Here’s your chance! We will have the pin-back button making machine and supplies to make buttons. Feel free to bring your own (appropriate) images, too! Teens ONLY. Bring a friend!			This event is in the "Children of all ages" group Unplug Illinois: Storywalk Picnic 11:30am–2:30pm Children of all ages McClure Branch This event is in the "Children of all ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: McClure Branch Room: McClure Outside Age Group: Children of all ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Unplug from your electronic devices to celebrate Unplug Illinois.
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1 pm					This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group 🌟🌙 Moon & Stars CD Craft 🌙🌟 1:30pm–3:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Main Library This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Main 1st Floor Meeting Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years), Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us to make a gorgeous Moon and her Stars upcycled craft out of CDs! We will have a few designs to choose from for varying skill levels, so bring your creativity and we'll bring everything else 😁 Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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4 pm		This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Pokemon Club 4:00pm–6:00pm Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Lincoln Branch This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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, Book Club Event Details: Join us for our monthly Pokémon Club. Now at Lincoln Branch! During each club session you can play Pokémon TCG, work on a Pokémon craft or coloring page, and join in for some light hearted trivia while meeting fellow Pokémon fans.			This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group DIY Self-Care Craft Kit 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Lincoln Branch At Capacity Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group At Capacity Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Come build your very own self-care kit! Learn how to make a body scrub and lip balm with other self care items to take home and enjoy. Registration is required. This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Fire Sharpie Coasters 4:00pm–5:00pm Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Lakeview Branch At Capacity Registration Required This event is in the "Grade School (6 to 12 years)" group This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group At Capacity Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Room Age Group: Grade School (6 to 12 years), Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Do you enjoy being creative and setting things on fire as much as we do? This simple craft will allow you to be creative with sharpies by designing your own reusable ceramic coaster and then you can set it on fire to seal the design in.
5 pm				This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Character Keychains 5:30pm–6:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Lincoln Branch This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Lincoln Branch Room: Lincoln Hot Air Balloon Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Make a keychain inspired by characters from games like Five Nights at Freddy's, The Legend of Zelda and Minecraft. Visit the Lincoln Branch or call (309) 497-2600 to reserve your spot.
6 pm			This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Catching on to Crochet 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens (13 to 18 years) Lakeview Branch This event is in the "Teens (13 to 18 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Lakeview Branch Room: Lakeview Storytime Room Age Group: Teens (13 to 18 years) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: This monthly drop-in teen crochet group is great for all skill levels. Grades 8-12.

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