National Library Week
National Library Week
April 19th – 25th
All Libraries
Please view each of our locations’ programs below. Call us or email us with questions or concerns.
Illinois Libraries Presents: Voice, Culture, and Human Connection
Illinois Libraries Presents: Voice, Culture, and Human Connection
Thursday, April 16th
7:00 P.M.
https://bit.ly/ILPCristinaHenríquez
Join critically acclaimed, bestselling author, Cristina Henríquez, for a compelling conversation about her work. Henríquez’s newest book, The Great Divide, is a moving exploration of the people who lived, loved, and labored during the construction of the Panama Canal. Named a New York Times’ Editors’ Choice selection and TIME Magazine “100 Must-Read Books of 2024,” The Great Divide explores history and adversity in a place very special to her – her father’s homeland of Panama.
Henríquez has also authored The Book of Unknown Americans, The World in Half, and Come Together, Fall Apart, all to significant acclaim. Her fiction has appeared in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The New York Times, and The Best American Short Stories 2018, and she is a recipient of the 21st Century Award given by The Chicago Public Library Foundation. She is a graduate of Northwestern University and the Iowa Writer’s Workshop, and lives in the Chicago suburbs with her family. Carmen Álvarez will join Henríquez as moderator. Álvarez is an advocate for libraries and Latinx representation in the publishing industry. Her work has appeared in Glamour, Elle, and Vogue and she has a social media presence surpassing 180k followers across platforms.
Illinois Valley Road Trip!
Illinois Valley Road Trip!
All April
Area –Wide Libraries in LaSalle, Bureau, and Putnam Counties will be participating once more. Travel to see the libraries in the region. In honor of America 250 there will be a side quest. Prizes will be given out to patrons who participate in this event. Stay tuned for more information.
Holidays
Holidays
We will be closed Wednesday, December 24th through Friday, December 26th for the Holidays
We will be closed Wednesday, December 31st through Friday, January 2nd for the Holidays.
Hennepin
Spring Book Sale
Spring Book Sale
Thursday, April 23rd – 25th
We will have our doors open for our annual spring book sale. Items on tables only are for sale. Donations accepted.
Owen Lovejoy Tour
Owen Lovejoy Tour
Saturday, April 18th
10:00 A.M.
Take a tour of the Owen Lovejoy Museum in Princeton, IL. Please call the Hennepin Library Headquarters 815-339-2038 ext 1 ahead of time to be included in the tour. There is a $5 fee for taking the tour.
National Cheeseball Day!
National Cheeseball Day!
Friday, April 17th
Stop by the library for National Cheeseball day!
Cricut Makerspace
Cricut Makerspace
April 7 – 10
During Library Hours
Come in to learn how to use the Cricut Maker. Crafty Adults welcome! Call ahead to schedule your appointment. Wine Board Trays
Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt
Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt
Friday, April 3rd
7:30 P.M. At the library
8:00 P.M. Easter Egg Hunt
Meet at the library first to take photos with the Easter Bunny. Head over after at the Walter Durley Boyle Park for the Egg Hunt. Age 0 – Grade 3. Rain date will be Saturday, April 4th
Sourdough Bread Day
Sourdough Bread Day
Wednesday, April 1st
All Day
Stop by the library for National Sourdough Bread Day.
Cherry Coal Mine Museum Tour
Cherry Coal Mine Museum Tour
Saturday, March 28th
10:00 A.M.
Call Hennepin Library ahead to get a head count. We will be meeting at the Museum 100 S. Main St. Cherry, IL
OSF King Care-A-Van
OSF King Care-A-Van
Friday, March 27th
9-12
Now featuring virtual visits! Meet with a trusted OSF OnCall provider using advanced Technology. Our services: Health Screenings,, health care navigation, technology assistance, and more. No Appointment needed. Some services are free of charge, including health screenings). Paid services are billed similar to a traditional office visits. Ask your care team for more information. osfoncall.org/kingcav
Guided VR Experiences
Guided VR Experiences
Starting March 26th – April 17th
Patrons can come in during library hours and explore Virtual Reality Experiences with our new devices: Meta and Merge VR.
The Journey Back: Mobile Virtual Reality Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center
The Journey Back: Mobile Virtual Reality Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center
Public Viewing Monday April 20th – Saturday, May 2nd
During Library Hours
Returning for a second year! Discover the power of virtual reality to enhance Holocaust education through 360-degree immersive technology. “Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience. 5 films will be featured.
Granville
Stories Without Barriers: Free Audiobooks Through NLS
Stories Without Barriers: Free Audiobooks Through NLS
Tuesday, April 21st, 6:00 p.m.
Representatives from the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS) will present an informational program highlighting free, accessible audiobook services available to eligible individuals. The program is designed for those who experience temporary or permanent visual or physical challenges that make reading standard print difficult, as well as for caregivers, family members, and service providers. Participants will learn how eligible patrons can receive free access to audiobooks, a simple, easy-to-use audiobook player, and audiobook materials provided at no cost through NLS.
This program is free and open to the public and is in celebration of National Library Week.
Indie Lens Pop-Up: The Librarians
Indie Lens Pop-Up: The Librarians
Tuesday, April 21st, 1:00 p.m.
Presented through Independent Lens as part of the Indie Lens Pop-Up series, The Librarians explores the growing national debate over intellectual freedom and the role of public libraries in American democracy. When Texas lawmakers begin reviewing lists of challenged books, librarians find themselves on the front lines of an intensifying cultural conflict. The film examines mounting pressure on libraries, particularly around materials addressing race and LGBTQIA+ themes, while placing today’s controversies in historical context. The 84-minute screening will be followed by a facilitated discussion with representatives from the Humankind Initiative in Ottawa. The discussion, expected to last approximately 30 minutes, will offer attendees an opportunity to reflect on the film’s themes and engage in thoughtful dialogue about education, public institutions, and the freedom to read.
This program will be offered both in person and virtually. Those planning to attend virtually are encouraged to register in advance at: https://shorturl.at/XDBc6. The program is free and open to the public and is in celebration of National Library Week.
Square foot Garden
Square foot Garden 17th 10-11 w/ Emily Hansen Ext program
Titanic Culinary Journey
Titanic Culinary Journey
Tuesday, April 14th, 6:00 p.m.
Delve into letters written by first-class Titanic passengers to loved ones at home, describing lavish luncheon feasts and other delicacies served onboard. Explore the striking differences between first-, second-, and third-class menus—how dining varied by class, which foods remain familiar today, and which seem surprising by modern standards. The meals enjoyed by passengers and crew offer revealing glimpses into daily life during the Edwardian era and the social structures of the time. The presentation also highlights stories of Titanic passengers with Illinois ties, connecting global history to local lives.
This program will be presented in hybrid style, with in-person and virtual options. To attend virtually, please register via Zoom: https://shorturl.at/ybM9Q. The program is free and open the public.
Docs & Dialogue: Earth Days: The Seeds of a Revolution
Docs & Dialogue: Earth Days: The Seeds of a Revolution
Tuesday, April 14th, 1:00 p.m.
In 1969, Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson enlisted 25-year-old activist Denis Hayes to organize a national environmental teach-in. Just four months later, on April 22, 1970, more than 20 million Americans participated in demonstrations nationwide, the largest single-day mass protest in U.S. history, demanding action to protect the environment. That grassroots movement helped spark a wave of landmark environmental legislation in the early 1970s, including the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and Safe Drinking Water Act. Earth Days traces the origins of modern environmentalism through the voices of its pioneers, exploring both the movement’s groundbreaking achievements and its missed opportunities. The film offers an engaging reflection on humanity’s complex relationship with the natural world and the enduring legacy of environmental activism. The film is 1 hour and 30 minutes, not rated, and made possible through Kanopy. This program is free and open to the public.
Indie Lens Pop-Up: The Tallest Dwarf
Indie Lens Pop-Up: The Tallest Dwarf
Tuesday, April 7th, 1:00 p.m.
The Tallest Dwarf follows filmmaker Julie Forrest Wyman as she searches for her place in the little people community and unpacks rumors of dwarfism in her own family. Through intimate stories, creative collaborations, and archival history, the film delves into identity and medicine, asking whether society should change people or the structures that limit them. The film is 60 minutes, not rated, and is made possible through Independent Lens.
Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together – Adults
Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together – Adults
Tuesday, March 31st, 5:00 p.m.
Adults, ages 19 and older, are invited to a hybrid community book club that brings readers together to explore the American Revolution through shared reading, conversation, and film. Each month, participants will watch a preview from the PBS documentary The American Revolution by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, along with additional short videos connected to the featured book, before taking part in an informal discussion.
The featured title for this session is “The Notorious Benedict Arnold,” by Steve Sheinkin. This fast-paced, engaging biography explores the complex story behind America’s most infamous traitor, who was also once one of its most effective Revolutionary War heroes. Drawing on firsthand accounts and vivid battle scenes, the book portrays Arnold as reckless, ambitious, and deeply flawed, tracing his rise as a daring military leader and the political rivalries that ultimately led to his betrayal of the Patriot cause. Widely praised for its clarity and narrative drive, the book offers adult readers a nuanced and compelling look at the moral tensions and personal decisions that shaped the Revolutionary era.
The program runs approximately 45–60 minutes and is free and open to the public. To register virtually, please visit: https://shorturl.at/FalKH. Copies of the book are available at the Granville Branch.
Citizen Science Month @ the Library
Citizen Science Month @ the Library
April 1st to April 30th
April is Citizen Science Month, and the Library invites the community to take part in hands-on projects that contribute to 2.5 Million Acts of Science, a national America250 initiative celebrating civic participation and discovery. Citizen science empowers everyday people to support real scientific research by observing and sharing information about the world around them.
Featured projects include Stream Selfie, which helps document the health of local streams through shared photos; Globe at Night, an international effort to measure and raise awareness of light pollution; and iNaturalist, a global platform for recording plants and wildlife to help scientists monitor biodiversity. Information on how to participate in all three citizen-science projects is available at the Library. All projects are free and open to the public and are suitable for adults and families alike.
Putnam
Books and Brunch
Books & Brunch
First Saturday of the month during library hours. Food, Books, and Friends.
Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together
Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together is a community book club that explores the American Revolution through shared reading, discussion, and film. The adult group, open to participants ages nineteen and older, will meet on Tuesday, February 24th, at 5:00 p.m. at the Granville Branch, with a virtual option available via Zoom.
This month’s selection is “Founding Faith: Providence, Politics, and the Birth of Religious Freedom in America,” by Steven Waldman. In Founding Faith, Waldman debunks myths from both the left and the right about America’s religious origins, revealing how the Founders crafted a new model of liberty that protected faith by keeping government out of it. Through vivid accounts from the colonies to the early presidencies, he shows how this delicate balance between belief and freedom shaped the nation.
Before the discussion, participants will watch a 26-minute preview from the upcoming 2025 PBS documentary “American Revolution,” by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. The preview explores religion and religious diversity in the 18th century, offering insight into how faith helped shape the nation’s early history.
Copies of the book will be available at the Granville Branch beginning in January. For more information, please contact the Library at 815-339-2038. To participate via Zoom, please register via Zoom: https://shorturl.at/L6uCA.
Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation, and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
Docs & Dialogues: Free for All: The Public Library
Docs & Dialogues: Free for All: The Public Library
Thursday, April 23rd, 4:00 p.m.
Free for All: The Public Library tells the story of the quiet revolutionaries who made a simple idea happen. From the pioneering women behind the “Free Library Movement” to today’s librarians who service the public despite working in a contentious age of closures and book bans, meet those who created a civic institution where everything is free, and the doors are open to all. The film is 1 hour and 25 minutes, not rated. The program is free and open to the public and is in celebration of National Library Week.
Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together – Youth
Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together – Youth
Thursday, March 26th, 5:00 p.m.
Youth, ages 8 through 14, are invited to a hybrid community book club that brings readers together to explore the American Revolution through shared reading, conversation, and film. Each month, participants will watch a preview from the PBS documentary The American Revolution by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, along with additional short videos connected to the featured book, before taking part in an informal discussion.
The featured titles for this session are “Ben’s Revolution: Benjamin Russell and the Battle of Bunker Hill,” by Nathaniel Philbrick and “Forge,” by Laurie Halse Anderson. Ben’s Revolution brings the opening days of the American Revolution to life through the eyes of a young boy caught up in the Battle of Bunker Hill, while Forge follows a teenage soldier enduring the brutal winter at Valley Forge and the personal cost of fighting for independence.
The program runs approximately 45–60 minutes and is free and open to the public. To register virtually, please visit: https://shorturl.at/u8coq. Copies of the book are available at the Condit Branch.
Citizen Science Month @ the Library
Citizen Science Month @ the Library
April 1st to April 30th
April is Citizen Science Month, and the Library invites the community to take part in hands-on projects that contribute to 2.5 Million Acts of Science, a national America250 initiative celebrating civic participation and discovery. Citizen science empowers everyday people to support real scientific research by observing and sharing information about the world around them.
Featured projects include Stream Selfie, which helps document the health of local streams through shared photos; Globe at Night, an international effort to measure and raise awareness of light pollution; and iNaturalist, a global platform for recording plants and wildlife to help scientists monitor biodiversity. Information on how to participate in all three citizen-science projects is available at the Library. All projects are free and open to the public and are suitable for adults and families alike.
Docs & Dialogue: Ship of Dreams: Titanic Movie Diaries
Docs & Dialogue: Ship of Dreams: Titanic Movie Diaries
Thursday, April 9th, 4:00 p.m.
This documentary explores the enduring legacy of James Cameron’s Titanic through rare, personal reflections from cast members and devoted fans. Actors read from their 1997 diaries for the first time in 25 years, offering an intimate behind-the-scenes look at the making of the blockbuster film. Titanic superfans also share their deep connection to the ship’s history and the movie, showcasing remarkable collections of costumes and memorabilia that celebrate this cultural phenomenon. The film is 1 hour and 34 minutes, not rated and made possible through Kanopy. The program is free and open to the public.
Docs & Dialogue: Will’s Book: Shakespeare’s First Folio
Docs & Dialogue: Will’s Book: Shakespeare’s First Folio
Thursday, April 16th, 4:00 p.m.
This fascinating film tells the story of one of the greatest rescues in cultural history. In 1623, two former colleagues of William Shakespeare—John Heminges and Henry Condell—undertook the extraordinary task of preserving their friend’s work by collecting his plays into a single volume known as the First Folio.
The First Folio preserved 18 plays that had never been printed before, including Macbeth, Twelfth Night, and The Tempest. It was also the first book to organize Shakespeare’s plays by genre and includes an engraved portrait believed to be one of the most authentic likenesses of the playwright. Presented by Shakespearean scholar Emma Smith, the film explores Heminges’ and Condell’s fear that Shakespeare’s words might fade after his death. Featuring performances by Mark Rylance, Stephen Fry, Roger Allam, and others, the documentary brings to life the enduring legacy of Shakespeare’s work and the remarkable effort that saved it. The film is 58 minutes, rated PG, and is made possible through Hoopla.
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Homework Helpers
Students are welcome to work on homework at the library during library hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Make your own Christmas card(s)
Make your own Christmas card(s)
Tuesday, December 9th
During Library Hours
March all month long- find a shamrock in a book you check out and win a prize!
March all month long- find a shamrock in a book you check out and win a prize!
McNabb
Docs & Dialogue: Banned Together
Docs & Dialogue: Banned Together
Wednesday, April 22nd, 5:00 p.m.
Banned Together is a powerful documentary that follows three teenagers fighting to reinstate 97 books removed from their school libraries. What begins as a local challenge quickly grows into a national
movement, as the students confront book bans, curriculum censorship, and the forces shaping public education today.
Featuring banned authors, First Amendment advocates, legal scholars, and elected officials, the film offers an urgent look at who decides what young people are allowed to read, and why it matters. The film is 1 hour and 32 minutes, not rated, and is made possible through Kanopy. The program is free and open to the public and is in celebration of National Library Week.
Bee Kind: Stories & Seed Bombs
Bee Kind: Stories & Seed Bombs
Wednesday, April 8th, 4:00 p.m.
This hands-on program celebrates bees and other pollinators through storytelling and a creative activity. Participants will create pollinator seed bombs using clay, soil, and seeds, offering a fun and meaningful way for the community to learn about and support a healthier environment. This program is geared to youth ages 5 and older and is free and open to the public.
Docs & Dialogue: Shade Grown Coffee
Docs & Dialogue: Shade Grown Coffee
Wednesday, April 1st, 5:00 p.m.
Shade Grown Coffee is an inspiring documentary that explores how cultivating coffee beneath native tropical trees can strengthen local communities, slow deforestation, and protect critical wildlife habitat, all while giving your daily cup a better aftertaste. The film takes viewers inside the coffee-making journey, from harvesting ripe cherries to brewing the perfect cup, and features passionate farmers, roasters, and baristas from around the world who are working toward a more sustainable future. Made for coffee enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, this film invites viewers to better understand their role as consumers and to savor their next cup of coffee with deeper appreciation, and greater purpose. The film is 1 hour and 15 minutes, is rated G, and made possible through Kanopy. The program is free and open to the public.
Citizen Science Month @ the Library
Citizen Science Month @ the Library
April 1st to April 30th
April is Citizen Science Month, and the Library invites the community to take part in hands-on projects that contribute to 2.5 Million Acts of Science, a national America250 initiative celebrating civic participation and discovery. Citizen science empowers everyday people to support real scientific research by observing and sharing information about the world around them.
Featured projects include Stream Selfie, which helps document the health of local streams through shared photos; Globe at Night, an international effort to measure and raise awareness of light pollution; and iNaturalist, a global platform for recording plants and wildlife to help scientists monitor biodiversity. Information on how to participate in all three citizen-science projects is available at the Library. All projects are free and open to the public and are suitable for adults and families alike.
Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together – Teens
Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together – Teens
Wednesday, March 25th, 5:00 p.m.
Teens ages 13 through 19 are invited to a hybrid community book club that brings readers together to explore the American Revolution through shared reading, conversation, and film. Each month, participants will watch a preview from the PBS documentary The American Revolution by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, along with additional short videos connected to the featured book, before taking part in an informal discussion.
The featured title for this session is “The World Turned Upside Down,” by Tim Grove, a compelling account of the Siege of Yorktown, the final major battle of the American Revolution, told through multiple perspectives. Grove follows the intersecting lives of American, French, and British figures, including George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, Marquis de Lafayette, and British General Charles Cornwallis, as well as an enslaved man who became a spy. By blending military leadership with civilian experience, the book reveals how the events at Yorktown permanently altered the course of the war and the lives of those involved.
The program runs approximately 45–60 minutes and is free and open to the public. To register virtually, please visit: https://shorturl.at/uvd2o. Copies of the book are available at the McNabb Branch.
Docs & Dialogue: Upstream, Downriver
Docs & Dialogue: Upstream, Downriver
Wednesday, April 8th, 5:00 p.m.
Fresh water. Imagine a day without it. It sustains life – our food, communities, and economies – yet nearly half of U.S. rivers, lakes, and streams are so polluted they are unsafe for people or wildlife. While the 1972 Clean Water Act made major progress in reducing pollution, it has not kept pace with modern threats such as toxic chemicals, agricultural runoff, microplastics, and climate change. These impacts continue to fall disproportionately on disadvantaged communities and threaten drinking water and watershed health nationwide. Upstream, Downriver is a documentary that follows community activists fighting for water justice and equity, weaving their stories with the history, and unfinished work, of the Clean Water Act. From rural Alabama to the Nez Perce Tribe in Idaho, the film highlights the ongoing struggle to ensure clean water for everyone. The film is 54 minutes, not rated and made possible through Kanopy. The program is free and open to the public.
Splash of Color: Watercolor Workshop
Join us for a fun, hands-on art activity where participants will create unique Valentine’s Day–themed artwork using watercolors and the wax-resist technique. No experience is necessary — just bring your creativity and enjoy experimenting with color and texture to make a heartfelt masterpiece. This program is free and open to the public, and all supplies will be provided.
Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together
Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together is a community book club that explores the American Revolution through shared reading, discussion, and film. The adult group, open to participants ages nineteen and older, will meet on Tuesday, February 24th, at 5:00 p.m. at the Granville Branch, with a virtual option available via Zoom.
This month’s selection is “Founding Faith: Providence, Politics, and the Birth of Religious Freedom in America,” by Steven Waldman. In Founding Faith, Waldman debunks myths from both the left and the right about America’s religious origins, revealing how the Founders crafted a new model of liberty that protected faith by keeping government out of it. Through vivid accounts from the colonies to the early presidencies, he shows how this delicate balance between belief and freedom shaped the nation.
Before the discussion, participants will watch a 26-minute preview from the upcoming 2025 PBS documentary “American Revolution,” by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. The preview explores religion and religious diversity in the 18th century, offering insight into how faith helped shape the nation’s early history.
Copies of the book will be available at the Granville Branch beginning in January. For more information, please contact the Library at 815-339-2038. To participate via Zoom, please register via Zoom: https://shorturl.at/L6uCA.
Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation, and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
Homework Helpers
Students are welcome to work on homework at the library during library hours on Wednesdays.
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Mother Nature
Mother Nature
Thursday, April 9th
12:30 P.M.
Join Michelle Gibbons for an enchanting performance thatbrings the timeless figure of Mother Nature to life, drawing on ancienttraditions that honored the earth as a powerful, nurturing force. Through vividstorytelling, she will share captivating tales about the importance ofprotecting our planet, its animals, and every part of the natural world wedepend on. Her portrayal reminds audience that our connection to the Earth isboth ancient and essential- one that thrives only when we care for it.
Luck, Laughter, and a Dash of Leprechaun Magic
Luck, Laughter, and a Dash of Leprechaun Magic
Thursday, March 12th
12:30 P.M.
Bring unforgettable charm to your St. Patrick’s Day season with historical presenter, Michelle Gibbons’ whimsical portrayal of a lively female leprechaun, complete with laughter, lore, and a dash of mischief. Her engaging program blends the true history of St. Patrick’s Day with fascinating tales of leprechaun origins, plus hilarious stories from her life as a leprechaun and the chaos that ensues when everyone tries to catch her before she disappears with the pot of gold.
From Royalty to Reality: Princess Diana’s Journey to Empathy
From Royalty to Reality: Princess Diana’s Journey to Empathy
Tuesday, November 18th @ 12:30 P.M.
Even decades after her passing, Lady Diana Spencer, the People’s Princess, remains an icon of grace, compassion, and timeless elegance. From her enchanting royal wedding to Prince Charles in 1981, witnessed by over 750 million people worldwide, to her philanthropic endeavors and unwavering dedication to her family, Diana captivated hearts across the globe.
Step into the captivating world of royalty with historical presenter, Michelle Gibbons, as she brings the indomitable spirit of Princess Diana to life. Through Michelle’s portrayal, audiences will delve in Diana’s remarkable journey-from her noble charity work and royal duties under the watchful eye of Queen Elizabeth II, to her profound love for her children and the enduring legacy she left behind.
Join us as we pay tribute to the extraordinary life and timeless legacy of the People’s Princess, Princess Diana of Wales.