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April Book Discussion: An American Sunrise

In this stunning collection, Joy Harjo finds blessings in the abundance of her homeland and confronts the site where the Mvskoke people, including her own ancestors, were forcibly displaced. From her memory of her mother’s death, to her beginnings in the Native rights movement, to the fresh road with her beloved, Harjo’s personal life intertwines with tribal histories to create a space for renewed beginnings. NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment of the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.

DIY Kites

Teens-- Make your own functional kite. Friday, May 13th from 2:30-3:30PM.

Small Animal Care and Craft

4H will be at the library to discuss how to properly care for your small pets (dogs, cats, gerbils, etc). A pet craft will follow. Friday, May 20th from 3:30-4:30PM.

Jessamine Chan & Emily Maloney

Warren County Public Library is joining libraries across the state of Illinois to host Chicagoland authors Jessamine Chan and Emily Maloney. Together they will discuss the systems of power that impact our lives, our families, and our finances, through the lens of their acclaimed books, The School for Good Mothers and Cost of Living. The event will be held virtually on Wednesday, May 25 at 7 p.m. To register, visit https://bit.ly/ILP_JessamineEmily

May Book Discussion: Lost Apothecary

In eighteenth-century London, hidden away from the mainstream, was a secret apothecary shop. Almost like a speakeasy, this store wasn’t for everyone; in fact, there was a specific audience searching for these magical elixirs. Women would seek out Nella’s concoctions to use against oppressive men in their lives. However, things spiral out of control with one mistake, leaving a tangled mess that will take years to clean up. This story will take you down the rabbit hole of both suspenseful revenge and the solidarity of sisterhood with every page turned.

Niabi Zoo Presents: Ocean Adventures

The creatures of the sea have bizarre shapes and forms. Through the use of preserved specimens, participants can interact with sea horses, coral, sea stars, shark teeth, a squid beak, an eel skull and more! We are directly connected to the oceans by the Mississippi River. Learn about our impact on the oceans and how […]

Gardening Series: Poisonous Plants

Bill Wallace, Master Gardener with the University of IL- Extension Service, will discuss the world of “poisonous” plants. A plant can be medicinal, deadly, or both depending on its use. Learn more about these families of plants that can do both harm and good.  

Big Bang Bubbles!

A highly skilled bubbleologist will dazzle you with fire, bubble fog, and a nearly perfect cube bubble!

Celebration Poppers

Our Crafty Fridays Series continue during Summer Reading! Points awarded for attending a craft. Learn to make a simple device that will shoot pom poms into the air (or at each other). Craft will take place in the Teen Area.