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Monday, November 18 3:30-5 pm Students in grades 4 - 8 are welcome to come and hang out as we explore a different anime/manga fandom every month. Register here! [...]

Wednesday, November 6 6:30–7:15 pm Join Spark the Firefly and all her friends as they welcome a new season. Watch the changing leaves, gather acorns with a silly squirrel and experience all the sights and sounds of Fall in Firefly Grove. The Harvest Moon includes puppets, original music, interactive movement and lots of fall fun for families!… [...]

Monday, October 21 3:30-5 pm Students in grades 4 - 8 are welcome to come and hang out as we explore a different anime/manga fandom every month. Register here! [...]

Dame Maggie Smith passed away on September 27, 2024. Check out some of our favorite movies that she was best known for.     [...]

Thursday, October 17 4-5 pm You see bento in anime all the time, but what if The Obento Lady could teach you how to make one? In this small group foodie workshop, participants learn the rules of bento-making before making one to take home. Each participant receives a bento box, a pair of chopsticks, and… [...]

Thursday, October 17 • 10-10:30 am Czwartek, 17 października Explore the Polish language with songs, stories, games, and rhymes! This program introduces young children to Polish in a casual setting. Presented by Language Labs. Register for each date separately. Poznaj język polski za pomocą piosenek, opowieści, gier i rymowanek! Prezentowane przez Language Labs. Registration is required. [...]

Have craft supplies you no longer need? Looking for some creative inspiration? Join us for a Craft Supply Swap! Drop off those unneeded but usable supplies, and pick up some new-to-you  materials. Here’s how it works: New or gently used craft supply donations will be ONLY accepted at the library from Monday, September 30  – Saturday, October 5… [...]

Thursday, October 10 6–7 pm Join the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) to learn about your energy choices and ways to decarbonize your home! CUB will dive into ways renters and homeowners can access energy efficiency and cost saving programs. During this presentation, you will receive information on: -Understanding your utility bills; -Your energy choices; -Energy… [...]

Thursday, October 3 6:30-8 pm Did you know over 98% of Illinois is privately owned? That leaves only 2% of the State’s Resources left for the public to enjoy. That doesn’t mean that all the wildlife is on just that meager 2%, generalist species have adapted to urban and suburban living. There may be opportunities… [...]

Did you know the State Treasurer is holding 2.5 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans? The State holds these lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner or their heirs. Property is returned at no cost with the proper identification. A representative from the Illinois State Treasurer's Office will help you… [...]