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Save the Date: Volunteer Fair

Do you have spare time? Are you looking for ways to be active in the community? If so, then stop by the Volunteer Fair on Saturday, Apr. 25, 10 a.m.-noon. Teens, adults, families, and retirees can connect with local organizations to learn more about their volunteer opportunities. Note: No registration is required to attend.

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Teens: Learn about volunteer opportunities at IPPL!

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Save your seat for a Sunday Afternoon Concert

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Buy a brick for the Reading Garden

Programs & Classes

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Apr
9

Snacks from Around the World

4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Location: Meeting Room 2 - 2nd Floor

Apr
9

White Toner T-Shirt

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Location: Maker Studio

Ages 8–12.

Apr
9

Crime Readers Book Discussion: The Fury

7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Location: Keshav Sanghani Meeting Room- 2nd Floor

Apr
10

AARP Tax-Aide

9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Location: Keshav Sanghani Meeting Room- 2nd Floor

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Visit places around the state with a Museum Pass.

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We are an official Passport Acceptance Facility, accepting DS-11 applications for new passports. 

Library of Things. Tools, technology, & more to try: Yes, you can borrow that!

Explore our Library of Things collection.

 

Archaeology of Illinois: The Deep History of the Prairie State Exhibit

Archaeology Mobile Exhibit

For a limited time, view the Archaeology of Illinois: The Deep History of the Prairie State exhibit. View an exhibit that offers a concise look at where and how people lived in Illinois over the past 12,500 years. Drop by the second floor to view the exhibit now through Thursday, Apr. 16. This exhibit is brought to you by the Illinois Prairie Research Institute.

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