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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults

Lecture Series

Enjoy a local expert discussing a topic of interest.

Event Details:
Join us as we hear from ____ as she shares an overview of how different cultures and religions handle death.  ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Job Macabre: Joe from Springfield Junkaway

10:30am - 12:30pm
Multipurpose Room
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults

Lecture Series

Enjoy a local expert discussing a topic of interest.

Event Details:
Join us as we hear from Joe as he talks about the work he and his crew do in and around Springfield. With over 20 years of experience, Joe should have plenty of stories to tell, and he'll share some of them with us. What's it like cleaning up after a...
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intro to Cricut and Cricut Design Space

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Nancy Huntley Computer Classroom
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Nancy Huntley Computer Classroom
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:
Learn the basics of using the Cricut Design Space software to create your own projects for cutting with the Library's Cricut cutting machines! We'll go over how to design cutting projects with Design Space and the different types of materials that ca...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Stitch-uation

6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeFrates Room
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: DeFrates Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Social
Event Details:
Join the Stitch-uation! Bring your craft of choice for a time, a place, and a supportive space to work on your projects. Crafters of all kinds and all skill levels are welcome. We have knitting, crocheting, embroidery, quilting, sewing, and more...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 21+" group.
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: DeFrates Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 21+
Program Type: Lecture Series

Lecture Series

Enjoy a local expert discussing a topic of interest.

Event Details:
This is a live virtual event that you can attend over Zoom. If you would like to view it live from home, please register by clicking here: https://bit.ly/ILP_StephenGrahamJones, and they will email you a link to the Zoom event. You may also use that ...
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Foil transfer art

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Make and Take

Make and Take

A craft program with projects to take home.

Event Details:
Create a fun, colorful work of art with a few simple supplies! We'll use markers, foil, and water to create a watercolor print on cardstock.  ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Space on the Big Screen: Moonfall

1:45pm - 4:00pm
Carnegie North
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Carnegie North
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 120
Event Details:
Some Science Fiction likes to lean a bit heavier to the Fiction side, but there's nothing wrong with that! Join Lincoln Library as we show 2022's action-packed sci-fi disaster Moonfall! ...
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Kids' craft: Tissue Paper Trees

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Make and Take

Make and Take

A craft program with projects to take home.

Event Details:
Make a colorful autumn tree!  Celebrate one of the best parts of fall - the vibrant colors. Using colorful tissue paper and glue, we'll create beautiful autumn trees on cardstock!  ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults

Lecture Series

Enjoy a local expert discussing a topic of interest.

Event Details:
Join us as we hear from Heather Calcara, Outreach Liaison for the Illnois Attorney General, as she helps us learn to identify and avoid online scams.  ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Saturday Crafternoon: Paper Pumpkin Luminaries

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Multipurpose Room
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:
For this month's Saturday Crafternoon, we'll be constructing paper luminaries in the shape of pumpkins that are perfect for Halloween or fall decor! All supplies will be provided; as supplies are limited, please register in advance to reserve your sp...
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Group

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Social

Social

Connect with friends at the Lincoln Library.

Event Details:
Make a difference at the library! Work with other teens to tell us what the library can do to better help you. Plan programs that you think would be fun. Make friends. Eat pizza! ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 21+" group.
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 21+
Program Type: Lecture Series
Event Details:
This is a live virtual event that you can attend over Zoom. If you would like to view it live from home, please register by clicking here: https://bit.ly/ILP_GraceLin, and they will email you a link to the Zoom event. You may also use that form to su...
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Book Club: Legend

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Social, Book Club

Book Club

Discuss your latest read with friends.

Event Details:
Meet new people, eat pizza, and discuss cool books! October's selection is Legend by Marie Lu. Grab a copy from the library, or get the ebook or audio through Libby, Axis 360, or Hoopla. Plot summary What was once the western United S...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults

Lecture Series

Enjoy a local expert discussing a topic of interest.

Event Details:
Join us as we hear from a representative from the Hispanic Women of Springfield, as they speak to us about the traditions of El Dia de los Muertos. ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Job Macabre: Sangamon County Coroner

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults

Lecture Series

Enjoy a local expert discussing a topic of interest.

Event Details:
Join us as we hear from Sangamon County Coroner Jim Allmon as he discusses his work examining dead bodies, determining cause of death, and discovering who killed Grandma.   ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults

Lecture Series

Enjoy a local expert discussing a topic of interest.

Event Details:
Join us to find out about the various health insurance options available for you and your family under the ACA. Jillian Wieland with Get Covered Illinois will be here to answer all of your questions and provide resources to help you get covered. ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Stitch-uation

6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeFrates Room
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: DeFrates Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Social
Event Details:
Join the Stitch-uation! Bring your craft of choice for a time, a place, and a supportive space to work on your projects. Crafters of all kinds and all skill levels are welcome. We have knitting, crocheting, embroidery, quilting, sewing, and more...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults

Lecture Series

Enjoy a local expert discussing a topic of interest.

Event Details:
Join us as we hear from Dr. Ruby Davis, the owner of the first female Black-owned funeral home in Springfield, Ruby Funeral Services & Creamatories, Inc. She will share her story with us and talk about her journey to where she is today, as well a...
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Group

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Social

Social

Connect with friends at the Lincoln Library.

Event Details:
Make a difference at the library! Work with other teens to tell us what the library can do to better help you. Plan programs that you think would be fun. Make friends. Eat pizza! ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Book Club: The Cruel Prince

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club

Book Club

Discuss your latest read with friends.

Event Details:
Meet new people, eat pizza, and discuss cool books! November's selection is The Cruel Prince by Holly Black. Grab a copy from the library, or get the ebook or audio through Libby, Axis 360, or Hoopla. Plot summary Jude was seven when her p...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: DeFrates Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults

Lecture Series

Enjoy a local expert discussing a topic of interest.

Event Details:
Join us as Daniel Parriott from Butler Funeral Homes presents "Let Us Have Peace: Final Resting Places of the Presidents". This presentation "takes the audience on a unique tour of America, sharing the intriguing, often untold stories behind our pres...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Stitch-uation

6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeFrates Room
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: DeFrates Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Social
Event Details:
Join the Stitch-uation! Bring your craft of choice for a time, a place, and a supportive space to work on your projects. Crafters of all kinds and all skill levels are welcome. We have knitting, crocheting, embroidery, quilting, sewing, and more...
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Group

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Social

Social

Connect with friends at the Lincoln Library.

Event Details:
Make a difference at the library! Work with other teens to tell us what the library can do to better help you. Plan programs that you think would be fun. Make friends. Eat pizza! ...