NEA Big Read Book Discussion: Interior Chinatown
Join us at the library on Thursday, April 27 @ 5:30 pm to discuss this year's NEA Big Read book, Interior Chinatown by Charles Yu! BOOKS AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!
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Adult Program
ILP: Drawing Comics with Jarrett J. Krosoczka
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
ILP: On Being Fabulous with Jonathan Van Ness & Kristi Yamaguchi
“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
Craft for a Cause
Join WCPL and WIAR (and some furry friends) at the library for an evening of DIY pet toys and pet supply drive and donation!
ILP: Navigate Your Stars: A Conversation with Novelist Jesmyn Ward
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
Adult Craft: Flower Press Suncatchers
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!
ILP: Braiding Sweetgrass and the Honorable Harvest: A Conversation with Robin Wall Kimmerer
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
Family Heirloom Recipes from the Illinois State Fair with Catherine Lambrecht
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!
Celebrate Your Voice with Fox Ellis
Join us at the library to celebrate your voice with Fox Ellis, master storyteller, who will demonstrate sharing our personal stories, narratives, and memoirs.
Rules of the Road Refresher Course
RSVP at the library or call 309-734-3166!