We are a community connection to reading, life-long learning, and personal enrichment for a changing and diverse population.
We are a community connection to reading, life-long learning, and personal enrichment for a changing and diverse population.
Tiny Canvas Art competition: (ages 10 & up)
April 1st-April 15th: Stop in the library and paint a tiny canvas.
April 17th-29th: Vote on your favorite tiny canvas with nonperishable food or monetary donations for the Jamieson Community Center's food pantry.
Winners for the adult and young adult categories will be announced on May 2nd.
Celebrate Free Comic Book Day with New York Times bestselling author and illustrator, Jarrett J. Krosoczka! Perfect for the entire family, this live, virtual drawing workshop is sure to inspire the inner artist in everyone.
Saturday, May 6 @ 10am | Zoom
Register here: bit.ly/DrawwithJarrettKrosoczka
“Queer Eye” star and ice skating superfan, Jonathan Van Ness, talks with his idol, Olympic Gold Medalist Kristi Yamaguchi. They’ll chat figure skating, fabulous style, and whatever else comes up!
Wed, May 17 @ 7pm | Zoom
Register here: https://bit.ly/OnBeingFabulous
Join WCPL and WIAR (and some furry friends) at the library for an evening of DIY pet toys and pet supply drive and donation!
Join us for an evening with "the next Toni Morrison," Jesmyn Ward, as she discusses how her literary vision and personal experiences address urgent questions about racism and social injustice.
Tues, June 6 @ 7pm | Zoom
UPDATE: This is a rescheduled event.
Register here: https://bit.ly/ILPJesmynWard
Join us in making beautiful floral suncatchers and bookmarks! Adult Craft @ 4pm in the Board Room of the library! This event will count towards your Summer Reading Program!
Join us for a special evening with Robin Wall Kimmerer as she shares her unique perspective on the interconnectedness of humans and nature and the importance of recognizing and respecting the gifts of the earth.
Wed, June 21 @ 7pm | Zoom
Register here: https://bit.ly/ILP_RobinWallKimmerer
Catherine Lambrecht has judged Family Heirloom Recipe contests at the Illinois State Fair since 2009. This presentation offers an opportunity to follow the judging experience and hear the wonderful histories behind family recipes passed down for generations, such as settling family disputes, dueling pasta salads, and more. This event will count toward the Adult 2023 Summer Reading Program!
Join us at the library to celebrate your voice with Fox Ellis, master storyteller, who will demonstrate sharing our personal stories, narratives, and memoirs.
RSVP at the library or call 309-734-3166!