Compudopt provides technology access and education to under-resourced youth and their communities. Their programs serve to eliminate limited access to computers, facilitate growth in technical and digital literacy skills and support the future of youth and their communities.

Compudopt will be at the library for a computer distribution drive! They will provide computers to families in need who do not have access to a computer in the home. To qualify families must have a child in k-12 education and not own a computer in the home. Each family who qualifies and is chosen will receive one computer only. Compudopt will distribute either desktops or laptops and do not guarantee one or the other.

This event is free and open to all. Please make sure that your family qualifies to receive a free computer. Click here to register.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

LightBurn is the industry standard software when it comes to laser cutters. A self-guided LightBurn Tutorial will be provided, and attendees will be able to ask a staff member general questions about LightBurn and the rules and requirements for using the laser cutter in the space.

This program will not be strictly guided and is primarily intended for individuals to learn at their own pace. It is first come, first served as supplies are limited and is intended for ages 10 and up.

For additional information, please contact the Tech Desk at [email protected] or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.

Join us for our Alebrije Art Workshop! Patrons will learn about the background of the beautiful Mexican Folk Art followed by a semi-guided painting project. All materials will be provided.

This program is first come, first served as materials will be limited. This workshop is intended for adults.

For additional information, please contact Iris at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2150.

¡Acompáñenos en nuestro evento de Arte Alebrije! Los asistentes aprenderán sobre la historia del bello arte popular mexicano, seguido de un proyecto de pintura semiguiado. Todos los materiales serán proporcionados.

Este programa es por orden de llegada, ya que los materiales serán limitados. Este programa está destinado a adultos y personas mayores.

Para obtener información adicional, comuníquese con Iris en [email protected].

Personal property appraiser Carolyn Law will explain the difference between “antique” and “collectible” and identify the key features that most affect value in each category. She will demonstrate basic techniques of identification and evaluation on a variety of popular antique and collectible items and discuss the various marketplaces where such items are typically bought and sold, the pros and cons of each, and trends in the antiques and collectibles market over time.

Carolyn is owner of Carolyn Law Antiques LLC in Sycamore, Illinois. She is a certified personal property appraiser and antiques researcher specializing in decorative arts and sterling silver.

This program is free and intended for adults. No registration is required.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

Extend the Summer into the Fall with Stone Soup Shakespeare’s A MidSUMMER Night’s Dream!

Please note that this event has moved indoors. It will now be held in the library’s main lobby at 5:30 p.m. While masks are not required, we encourage patrons to wear them.

Stone Soup Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream centers Bottom as our not-so-humble hero. Eager to take centerstage in a community play he falls asleep while rehearsing, and gets whisked away into dreams of love, fairies, and his own transformations. Our cast of five transform just as Bottom does from Athenian craftsmen to lovestruck teenagers to mischievous fairy folk.

With music and opportunities for everyone to join in moments of fun before Bottom awakes from his dream all in time to enjoy madcap mayhem in the final “rude mechanicals” performance.

All ages are welcome, no registration is required. Light refreshments will be provided.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

Whether you’re a veteran yarn worker or someone who wants to learn the craft, everyone is welcome! Bring a project to work on, or simply show up and learn. Enjoy time together with fellow crafters as we exchange patterns and ideas.

This free program is intended for teens and adults. No registration is required.

For more information, please contact Colleen at [email protected].

PowerPoint is presentation software that is part of Microsoft Office. Educators and students often use it to teach something or show what they have learned. PowerPoint can also be used to make a slide show for a special event like a graduation or wedding. In business, presentations are sometimes used to make a sales pitch. This class will show you the basics and give you time to start making your own PowerPoint slide show.

The library will provide laptops for use in this class. It is first come, first served as space is limited. Intended for adults.

For additional information, please contact the Tech Desk at [email protected] or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.

The League of Women Voters, in partnership with WNIJ and DeKalb Public Library, offer a virtual Candidate Forum for the upcoming DeKalb County Board elections.

A moderator from the League of Women Voters will allow candidates to introduce themselves and answer questions about their platform. In this forum candidates for the contested races for Districts 1, 3, and 4 have been invited.

Click here to submit questions in advance.

To attend this virtual meeting please use the below Zoom link.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84982715112

This forum is free and open to all. No registration is required.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

The Epilepsy Support Group is for people with Epilepsy or other seizure disorders and their caregivers, family, and siblings. We will have a general conversation about issues, struggles, and accomplishments participants have experienced. On a quarterly basis we will try to bring in guest speakers to discuss topics such as good sleep hygiene, dieticians to talk about the ketogenic diet, doctors who talk about medical or surgical options, and pharmaceutical representatives to discuss medications.

No registration is required to attend. It is free and open to all.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

The League of Women Voters, in partnership with WNIJ and DeKalb Public Library, offer a virtual Candidate Forum for the upcoming DeKalb County Clerk and Recorder and Illinois State Representative elections.

A moderator from the League of Women Voters will allow candidates to introduce themselves and answer questions about their platform. In this forum candidates for the DeKalb County Clerk and Recorder and for Illinois State Representative for the 76th District have been invited.

Click here to submit questions in advance.

To attend this virtual meeting please use the below Zoom link.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84982715112

This forum is free and open to all. No registration is required.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

The League of Women Voters, in partnership with WNIJ and DeKalb Public Library, offer a virtual Candidate Forum for the upcoming DeKalb County Board elections.

A moderator from the League of Women Voters will allow candidates to introduce themselves and answer questions about their platform. In this forum candidates for the contested races for Districts 8, 10, 11, and 12 have been invited.

Click here to submit questions in advance.

To attend this virtual meeting please use the below Zoom link.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84982715112

This forum is free and open to all. No registration is required.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

The General Book Club will meet to discuss The Essex Serpent by Sarah Perry.

London, 1893. When Cora Seaborne’s husband dies, she steps into her new life as a widow with as much relief as sadness: her marriage was an unhappy one. Seeking refuge, she leaves for coastal Essex, accompanied by her eleven-year-old son. Once there, they hear rumors that the mythical Essex Serpent, a fearsome creature that once roamed the marshes, has returned. When a young man is mysteriously killed on New Year’s Eve, the community’s dread transforms to terror. Eager to investigate, Cora is introduced to parish vicar William Ransome. As they attempt to discover the truth, these seeming opposites find themselves inexorably drawn together in an intense relationship that will change them in ways entirely unexpected.

This book will be available in the library one month before the program. It is also available as an eBook and eAudiobook on Hoopla and Libby.

For additional information, please contact Tristan at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114 or at [email protected].

The Friends of the DeKalb Public Library invite you to the Fall Book Sale! Join us during the library’s opening hours in the lower level for an astonishing selection of great quality hardcovers and paperbacks — children’s and teen’s books, fiction, history, science, art, film, cookbooks, gardening, biographies, mysteries, science fiction, and more. There’s a wide selection of DVDs, audiobooks, and music CD’s. Come back on Sunday for the $5.00 a bag blowout sale.

All proceeds are used for library books, materials, and programs.

Donations of gently used books, DVDs, and CDs are accepted year-round at the circulation desk; please, no textbooks, magazines, LPs or videotapes.

For additional information, contact the Friends at (815) 756-9568, ext.1030 or email [email protected].

The Friends of the DeKalb Public Library invite you to the Fall Book Sale! Join us during the library’s opening hours in the lower level for an astonishing selection of great quality hardcovers and paperbacks — children’s and teen’s books, fiction, history, science, art, film, cookbooks, gardening, biographies, mysteries, science fiction, and more. There’s a wide selection of DVDs, audiobooks, and music CD’s. Come back on Sunday for the $5.00 a bag blowout sale.

All proceeds are used for library books, materials, and programs.

Donations of gently used books, DVDs, and CDs are accepted year-round at the circulation desk; please, no textbooks, magazines, LPs or videotapes.

For additional information, contact the Friends at (815) 756-9568, ext.1030 or email [email protected].

LightBurn is the industry standard software when it comes to laser cutters. A self-guided LightBurn Tutorial will be provided, and attendees will be able to ask a staff member general questions about LightBurn and the rules and requirements for using the laser cutter in the space.

This program will not be strictly guided and is primarily intended for individuals to learn at their own pace. It is first come, first served as supplies are limited and is intended for ages 10 and up.

For additional information, please contact the Tech Desk at [email protected] or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.

The Wild Blue Ukulele Orchestra returns to the DeKalb Public Library to perform an after-hours showcase of music featuring a full range of ukuleles – from the soprano to the UBass! The fully orchestrated arrangements cover a variety of genres and eras and demonstrate the versatility of the instrument. They’ll be adding a few “spooky” arrangements for this performance since we’re getting close to Halloween.

No registration is required. This concert is free and open to all. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. and music will begin at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served!

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

The Friends of the DeKalb Public Library invite you to the Fall Book Sale! Join us during the library’s opening hours in the lower level for an astonishing selection of great quality hardcovers and paperbacks — children’s and teen’s books, fiction, history, science, art, film, cookbooks, gardening, biographies, mysteries, science fiction, and more. There’s a wide selection of DVDs, audiobooks, and music CD’s. Come back on Sunday for the $5.00 a bag blowout sale.

All proceeds are used for library books, materials, and programs.

Donations of gently used books, DVDs, and CDs are accepted year-round at the circulation desk; please, no textbooks, magazines, LPs or videotapes.

For additional information, contact the Friends at (815) 756-9568, ext.1030 or email [email protected].

Join DeKalb Township, Citizen’s Utility Board (CUB) and Community Contacts, Inc. for a presentation on energy savings and energy assistance programs. With continued high energy prices, being energy efficient can lead to savings. During this event, CUB staff will discuss energy saving techniques, how to read your utility bill, ways to avoid scams, and energy efficiency programs. Community Contacts Inc. will share details about the multiple benefits available through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Bring all your utility-related questions!

This free program is open to all. No registration is required.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

LightBurn is the industry standard software when it comes to laser cutters. A self-guided LightBurn Tutorial will be provided, and attendees will be able to ask a staff member general questions about LightBurn and the rules and requirements for using the laser cutter in the space.

This program will not be strictly guided and is primarily intended for individuals to learn at their own pace. It is first come, first served as supplies are limited and is intended for ages 10 and up.

For additional information, please contact the Tech Desk at [email protected] or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.

There are more Medicare insurance options available than ever before. Finding the right plan requires careful consideration, and we know, an educated consumer will make the right choice. We are here to educate you on your Medicare insurance options. Licensed Sales Representative Carol Cherry discusses the different parts of Medicare.

This free workshop is intended for adults and seniors. No registration is required.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

Have you ever wondered what paranormal investigators do? What tools they use? How they analyze the evidence they collect and make sense of it all? Join paranormal investigators Greg Reisner & Jenny Beyerlein of the Spectre Group in Iowa City as they walk you through the process of a typical case and show you the evidence they has collected along the way.

Greg Reisner was born and raised in the DeKalb Sycamore area. He decided to become a paranormal investigator after receiving some strange phone calls in 1996 after the passing of his father. In the past 14 years him and his team, Johnson County Paranormal, have done well over 100 investigations in a variety of locations including restaurants, cemeteries, the Villisca Ax Murder House and more. During this session Greg & Jenny, representing their second Paranormal Team, The Spectre Group, will discuss the evidence they have collected from four high profile locations; Villisca Ax Murder House, Edinburgh Manor, Peoria State Hospital and Morse Mill Hotel.

This event is free and open to all. No registration is required.

For additional information, please contact Isabel at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.

There are more Medicare insurance options available than ever before. Finding the right plan requires careful consideration, and we know, an educated consumer will make the right choice. We are here to educate you on your Medicare insurance options. Licensed Sales Representative Carol Cherry discusses the different parts of Medicare.

This free workshop is intended for adults and seniors.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88397449065?pwd=cDh3ZWg2UE5XaENDUStyemNac3lzZz09

Meeting ID: 883 9744 9065
Passcode: Benefits+1

For additional information or help with registration, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

Whether you’re a veteran yarn worker or someone who wants to learn the craft, everyone is welcome! Bring a project to work on, or simply show up and learn. Enjoy time together with fellow crafters as we exchange patterns and ideas.

This free program is intended for teens and adults. No registration is required.

For more information, please contact Colleen at [email protected].

HOPE Fair Housing is the oldest and largest fair housing organization in the state of Illinois. They will be sharing vital information on the agency and its programs, the Fair Housing Act, History of Fair Housing in the United States, information on Disparate Impact, and more.

Nafia Khan is the Director of Outreach, Events & Fundraising for HOPE Fair Housing Center. Prior to joining HOPE, Nafia worked in the field of Developmental Disabilities for five years, in direct service and advocacy. She has worked in the nonprofit sector for the large part of her career, with experience in both state and local government, most notably for former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn.

This community training is free and open to all. It is intended for adults and no registration is required. Snacks will be provided!

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

Celebrate International Bat Week with a special presentation from Tara Hohoff, project coordinator for the Illinois Bat Conservation Program! Join us for this virtual program to learn more about bats in Illinois, the challenges they face, and how the Illinois Bat Conservation Program is working to help these tiny, but important, critters. All ages are welcome.

Click here to join the Zoom. No registration is required.

For additional information or help with registration, please contact Tristan at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114.

LightBurn is the industry standard software when it comes to laser cutters. A self-guided LightBurn Tutorial will be provided, and attendees will be able to ask a staff member general questions about LightBurn and the rules and requirements for using the laser cutter in the space.

This program will not be strictly guided and is primarily intended for individuals to learn at their own pace. It is first come, first served as supplies are limited and is intended for ages 10 and up.

For additional information, please contact the Tech Desk at [email protected] or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.

Celebrate Día de los Muertos with the DeKalb Public Library by making your very own ofrenda. The Day of the Dead, or in Spanish, el Día de los Muertos, is a Latin-American holiday that celebrates the lives of those who have passed.

Ofrendas (offerings) are brightly decorated shrines that pay tribute to loved ones. They often contain candles, photographs, and the favorite foods of the departed. These are intended to welcome the dead and secure blessings in the future.

In this program patrons will listen to a brief history lesson about Día de los Muertos and build their own ofrendas. All materials will be provided, but patrons are welcome to bring their own decorations (ex. Family photos, etc.) as well.

This program is first come, first served as there are a limited number of supplies. It is intended for all ages.

For additional information, please contact Isabel at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.

Remember the experience of turning off the lights, huddling under a blanket, and watching an old black and white monster movie? Ever tell ghost stories by candlelight? Or around a campfire?

That skin crawling experience is what Familiar Spirits recreates for teens and adults. With a little something extra.

Experience an evening of “supernatural” theatre where the stories are so frighteningly real, the only relief is to scream, that is, after you stop laughing…

This is an interactive performance of chilling stories, eerie history, and inexplicable “supernatural” occurrences.

“William will have you believing in ghosts…with the lights on, he can chill the blood, but when the lights go out, it’s even more scare.” -Courier News (Elgin, IL)

This program is intended for adults and older teens, but younger patrons may attend with parental discretion. No registration is required.

For additional information, please contact Isabel at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the DeKalb Public Library.

Jazz in Progress joins us for an after-hours concert that will feature different styles of big band and modern jazz music in the library’s main lobby!

Jazz in Progress (JIP) organized in 2012 to encourage local musicians to play jazz in support of its mission of musical, charitable, and educational purposes to advance the appreciation, performance, and history of jazz music and its related genres. Its membership includes a variety of talented musicians from the DeKalb County area. The ensemble also honors the practice of inviting local high school and college jazz musicians to sit in with the band, giving young musicians an opportunity to gain more experience in playing jazz music.

JIP is an official 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that puts funds raised back into local community music programs. Past recipients of JIP donations include the DeKalb, Genoa-Kingston, Hinckley-Big Rock, Indian Creek and Sycamore music booster organizations, as well as St. Mary’s-DeKalb and the DeKalb County Community Foundation.

JIP has performed at benefit and fund raising events and venues around the area including the St. Mary’s Lancer Legacy Ball, Sycamore Natural History Museum’s Rockin’ for the Reptiles, Stage Coach Theatre, Sycamore Farmers Market, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Artigras, The House Café, and Oak Crest Senior Proms. The band also has performed with the Celebration Chorale and at many other community and charity events.

This concert is free and open to all. No registration is required. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. and music will begin at 6:30 p.m.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

Family homelessness, in the DeKalb area and nationally, is an issue that gets little attention, yet impacts literally millions of children with and without parents. This forum will delve into the local issue–causes, challenges, resources available, needs–and the national perspective–policies, practices, and predictions.

A short film clip will be shown from the award-winning documentary on the edge: Family Homelessness in America, filmed and produced by Laura Vazquez and Diane Nilan.

The panel–NIU Professor Laura Vazquez, documentary filmmaker; Lesly Wicks, executive director of Hope Haven; Diane Nilan, national activist, filmmaker, and author– will touch on both the local issue and broader national current/proposed policies that impact families.

The panel will discuss the underlying causes of family homelessness and the personal consequences and challenges that face families on a short and long-term basis. Included in topics to be discussed: housing, trauma, education, health care, childcare. Current federal and state responses and pending legislation will be described.

Nilan’s book, Dismazed and Driven – My Look at Family Homelessness in America, covers family homelessness both on a national level and in DeKalb. Her book will be available for purchase with proceeds benefiting Hope Haven.

This panel discussion is free and intended for adults and mature teens. No registration is required.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

This hands-on class introduces Desktop Publishing concepts. Create professional looking documents, flyers, postcards and more by manipulating page elements, text styles and graphics. The class will cover program basics.

This event is first come, first served and space is limited. The library will provide laptops for use in class. It is intended for adults.

For additional information, please contact the Tech Desk at [email protected] or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.

Dr. Greg Ross, former coordinator of The Foreign Language Residence Program at Northern Illinois University would like to cordially invite you to Le Baratin. Come speak French with members of the surrounding francophone community and enjoy the convivial atmosphere of the library. Anyone who speaks French is welcomed! A Bientôt!

This program is free and open to all; no registration is required.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

The first Saturday in November is Book Lovers Day! To celebrate this Holiday, we invite you to join us in 309 Creative where you will be able to create your new favorite bookmark out of a variety of materials, using the laser cutter. Create a personalized one-of-a-kind bookmark that reflects you and what you like to read.

The class is first come, first served as space is limited. It is intended for ages 10 and up.

For additional information, please contact the Tech Desk at [email protected] or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.

Are you thirsty for the history of the famous soft drink, Coca-Cola? Enjoy an afternoon of nostalgia while learning about the history of this beverage.

Long-time employee Dick Volker will present information regarding the history of the company.

This free program is of interest to adults and teens. No registration is required.

For additional information, please contact Isabel at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.

The Epilepsy Support Group is for people with Epilepsy or other seizure disorders and their caregivers, family, and siblings. We will have a general conversation about issues, struggles, and accomplishments participants have experienced. On a quarterly basis we will try to bring in guest speakers to discuss topics such as good sleep hygiene, dieticians to talk about the ketogenic diet, doctors who talk about medical or surgical options, and pharmaceutical representatives to discuss medications.

No registration is required to attend. It is free and open to all.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

This class introduces the Cricut Explore Air Machine and Design Space to new and interested users. This workshop will customize designs to make unique, personalized magnetic decals.

This event is first come, first served and space is limited. It is intended for teens and adults.

For additional information, please contact the Tech Desk at [email protected] or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.

The General Book Club will meet to discuss the nonfiction essay collection The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green.

The Anthropocene is the current geologic age, in which humans have profoundly reshaped the planet and its biodiversity. In this collection of essays adapted from the critically acclaimed podcast of the same name, John Green uses a five-star scale to review aspects of our human-centered planet. The Anthropocene Reviewed is an open-hearted exploration of the paths we forge and an unironic celebration of falling in love with the world.

This book will be available in the library one month before the program. It is also available as an eBook and eAudiobook on Libby. This book club is intended for adults.

For additional information, please contact Tristan at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114.

Today is National Happy Hour Day! To celebrate we invite you to join us in 309 Creative where you will be able to create your new favorite drink coaster out of a variety of materials using the laser cutter. Create a personalized one-of-a-kind drink coaster that reflects you and what you like to drink.

The class is first come first served, as space is limited. It is intended for ages 10 and up.

For additional information, please contact the Tech Desk at [email protected] or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.

Whether you’re a veteran yarn worker or someone who wants to learn the craft, everyone is welcome! Bring a project to work on, or simply show up and learn. Enjoy time together with fellow crafters as we exchange patterns and ideas.

This free program is intended for teens and adults. No registration is required.

For more information, please contact Colleen at [email protected].

This ongoing class introduces the Cricut Cutter and Design Space to new and interested users.

To honor the season, this class will make Holiday themed paper luminaries as table decorations!

The library will provide laptops for use in class. It is first come, first served as space is limited. Intended for adults.

For additional information, please contact the Tech Desk at [email protected] or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.

Dr. Greg Ross, former coordinator of The Foreign Language Residence Program at Northern Illinois University would like to cordially invite you to Le Baratin. Come speak French with members of the surrounding francophone community and enjoy the convivial atmosphere of the library. Anyone who speaks French is welcomed! A Bientôt!

This program is free and open to all; no registration is required.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

Just in time for Thanksgiving! Join us in 309 Creative where attendees will be able to create a Thanksgiving door sign chosen from a handful of templates.

Registration is not required but spots and materials are limited. The class is first come first served. It is intended for ages 10 and up.

For additional information, please contact the Tech Desk at [email protected] or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.

Time to roll up your sleeves and join us for our open art event! Patrons will be able to choose from different medians to create whatever the imagination comes up with. Use paint, beans, yarn, or magazines for this self-guided, relaxing program! This event will be accessible for all motor abilities. Assistance with making an art piece will be available upon request.

This program is intended for adults and seniors.

For additional information, please contact Iris at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 2150.

¡Es hora de arremangarse y unirse a nosotros para nuestro evento de arte! Los asistentes podrán elegir entre diferentes medios para crear lo que se le ocurra a la imaginación. ¡Use pintura, frijoles, hilo, o revistas para este relajante programa autoguiado! Este evento será accesible para todas las habilidades motrices. La asistencia para hacer una obra de arte estará disponible a pedido.

Este programa está destinado a adultos y personas mayores.

Para obtener información adicional, comuníquese con Iris en [email protected].

Traditional Hawaiian music was brought over to the mainland United States during the 1915 Pan Pacific Exposition, where it later fused with jazz, ragtime, and other styles of popular music to evolve to its present form, and prominently features guitar, steel guitar, and ukulele.

Bill Tong and Dean Milano will perform a set of traditional and popular Hawaiian music songs during this afternoon concert.

Bill (guitar, ukulele, vocal) has performed for a Hawaiian music band, A Bunch of Coconuts, from 2008 to 2016, and previously played with Na Mele Aloha from 2005 to 2008. He is a multi-instrumentalist who has performed solo and with various folk, country, old timey, and rock bands for the past 25 years.

Dean (bass, guitar, vocal) has performed solo and with a multitude of bands of many different musical styles for over 50 years.

This program is free and open to all. No registration is required.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

Today is National Cake Day and we all know that no cake is complete without a proper cake topper! Join us in 309 Creative where we will be creating personalized cake toppers that you can use for your next big cake related event.

Registration is not required but spots and materials are limited. The class is first come first served. It is intended for ages 10 and up.

For additional information, please contact the Tech Desk at [email protected] or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2851.

There are more Medicare insurance options available than ever before. Finding the right plan requires careful consideration, and we know, an educated consumer will make the right choice. We are here to educate you on your Medicare insurance options. Licensed Sales Representative Carol Cherry discusses the different parts of Medicare.

This free workshop is intended for adults and seniors. No registration is required.

For additional information, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

Whether you’re a veteran yarn worker or someone who wants to learn the craft, everyone is welcome! Bring a project to work on, or simply show up and learn. Enjoy time together with fellow crafters as we exchange patterns and ideas.

This free program is intended for teens and adults. No registration is required.

For more information, please contact Colleen at [email protected].

There are more Medicare insurance options available than ever before. Finding the right plan requires careful consideration, and we know, an educated consumer will make the right choice. We are here to educate you on your Medicare insurance options. Licensed Sales Representative Carol Cherry discusses the different parts of Medicare.

This free workshop is intended for adults and seniors.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88397449065?pwd=cDh3ZWg2UE5XaENDUStyemNac3lzZz09

Meeting ID: 883 9744 9065
Passcode: Benefits+1

For additional information or help with registration, please contact Samantha at [email protected] or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.