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Featured Events

Oct

21

2025
  • Tuesday

  • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

  • Meeting Room

  • Adults
Illinois Libraries Present: Beyond the Screen: A “Wicked” Conversation with Marissa Bode
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Illinois Libraries Present: Beyond the Screen: A “Wicked” Conversation with Marissa Bode

Prepare for a magical evening as Illinois Libraries Present virtually welcomes actress Marissa Bode. Bode made her feature film debut as Nessarose in Academy Award-winning blockbuster, Wicked. Join us to explore Bode’s early inspirations and performances, leading up to her portrayal of Nessarose in Wicked. Bode will also share personal stories and insights from her time on stage, the challenges and rewards of being part of an iconic production, and what the future holds for her career. Register to watch from home on Zoom or on the big screen in our Meeting Room. To watch from home, please register at least two days before the event. Illinois Libraries Presents will now take up to two business days to approve registrations. Virtual registrations will close at 5 pm on the day of each event. Those who register to watch events from home after this cutoff time will receive a recording to watch after the live event ends. These terms apply only to those who wish to view from home. Registrants who wish to watch this event in the library may register and attend as usual.Register here to get the Zoom link!https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_voTEN80zQ_6K64dJas8EeQ

Oct

23

2025
  • Thursday

  • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

  • Meeting Room

  • Adults
Time Warp Game Show
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Time Warp Game Show

A trivia game show crafted specifically for senior citizens! Register as a team or individually and test your knowledge on classic movies, TV shows, music, and more! Space is limited, register starting September 1 at 9am.

Oct

28

2025
  • Tuesday

  • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

  • Meeting Room

  • Adults
Ghost Stories From Around the World
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Ghost Stories From Around the World

Famous writers have tackled the suspense and thrill of ghosts and shadows throughout the ages. Join National-award winning actress/storyteller/playwright Megan Wells as she brings to life a "tour" of Bradbury, Stoker, and Stevenson peppered with folklore well-seasoned through the oral tradition.

Oct

30

2025
  • Thursday

  • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

  • Meeting Room

  • Adults
Illinois State Treasurer iCash Event
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Illinois State Treasurer iCash Event

The Illinois State Treasurer is holding more than $5 billion in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. The State holds these lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner or their heirs. Do you have any unclaimed funds? Staff from the Treasurer’s Office will be on hand to help you find out. Drop in prior to 6:30PM to ensure you get a turn.

Nov

03

2025
  • Monday

  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

  • Not Specified

  • Adults
Introduction to Ancestry Library Edition
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Introduction to Ancestry Library Edition

Want to dig into your family history but don’t know where to begin? Learn how to uncover your family's story with Ancestry Library Edition, a rich source of historical birth, death, marriage records and census data. Library staff will demonstrate how to access, search, and save genealogical records from this database.

Nov

04

2025
  • Tuesday

  • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

  • Meeting Room

  • Adults
Scrapbook Class: Cards for Veterans
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Scrapbook Class: Cards for Veterans

Just in time for Veterans Day, come make three cards to send to veterans with our local scrapper, Mary Beth Sexton. Space is limited, register starting Nov. 1 at 9am.