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New Hire Orientation

9:00am–3:30pm
Nancy Huntley Computer Classroom
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Nancy Huntley Computer Classroom
Purpose of Meeting

New Hire Meeting

Toddler Time

10:30am–11:00am
Toddlers
Carnegie North
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Carnegie North
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime

Read, write, talk, sing, and play with us! Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Join us on Tuesdays this spring for Toddler Time!

Cricut Class: Floral Pop-Up Card

3:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Collaboratory
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: CoLab
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this class we'll show you how to create a floral pop-up card from decorative cardstock using our Cricut machines--just in time for Mother's Day! 

Mobile Branch at Brandon Dr.

3:45pm–4:30pm
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Lincoln Library’s Mobile Branch is a bookmobile that brings books, digital resources, internet access, and programs directly to the community.

Black Authors Book Club

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
DeFrates Room
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: DeFrates Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Book Club

Join us for our book club, discussing books by Black authors. We are creating this space for all readers to share & learn about the Black experience, and books that reflect that perspective.

Civil Civics America 250: Building Consensus in the Modern Age of Mass Media

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 21+
Multipurpose Room
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 21+
Program Type: Discussion
Event Details:

Building Consensus in the Modern Age of Mass Media

Mobile Branch at UIS

12:15pm–1:00pm
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Lincoln Library’s Mobile Branch is a bookmobile that brings books, digital resources, internet access, and programs directly to the community.

Mobile Branch at LLCC

1:30pm–2:15pm
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Lincoln Library’s Mobile Branch is a bookmobile that brings books, digital resources, internet access, and programs directly to the community.

Mobile Branch at Downtown YMCA

5:30pm–7:00pm
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Lincoln Library’s Mobile Branch is a bookmobile that brings books, digital resources, internet access, and programs directly to the community.

AFSCME 3738 Meeting

5:30pm–7:30pm
Multipurpose Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Purpose of Meeting

Meeting for Local AFSCME 3738

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Pre-K, Children
Carnegie North
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Carnegie North
Age Group: Pre-K, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime

Read, write, talk, sing, and play with us! Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years! Children and their grownups will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning.

Mobile Branch at Indian Hills Park

9:15am–10:00am
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Lincoln Library’s Mobile Branch is a bookmobile that brings books, digital resources, internet access, and programs directly to the community.

Mobile Branch at White Oaks Mall

10:30am–11:15am
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Lincoln Library’s Mobile Branch is a bookmobile that brings books, digital resources, internet access, and programs directly to the community.

Mobile Branch at Lindbergh Park

11:45am–12:30pm
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Lincoln Library’s Mobile Branch is a bookmobile that brings books, digital resources, internet access, and programs directly to the community.

Mini Chess Tournament

10:00am–2:00pm
Multipurpose Room
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Purpose of Meeting

Mini Chess Tournament for all ages and skill levels. 3 games, more games possible if time permits. Bring your own chess set.

More than a Color: The Marginalization of African American Beauty

3:00pm–4:00pm
Carnegie North
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Carnegie North
Purpose of Meeting

This presentation takes participants on a walk-through history telling the stories of some women whom many may not know.

Mobile Branch at Kerasotes YMCA

10:00am–11:30am
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Lincoln Library’s Mobile Branch is a bookmobile that brings books, digital resources, internet access, and programs directly to the community.

Lincoln Library Spice Club

05/04/2026 @ 10:00am–05/09/2026 @ 5:00pm
Adults
Reference Desk
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Reference Desk
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Make and Take
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ever wanted to expand your cooking skills? Ever wanted to try something new and bold but haven't been sure how to start? Look no further than Spice Club!

Terrain Design 101

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Collaboratory
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: CoLab, Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Workshop

Get hands-on and learn a new skill at the Lincoln Library.

Join us on an exciting journey into creating miniature landscapes, where passion and craftsmanship come together.

Yoga Beginners to Advanced

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Carnegie North
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Carnegie North
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Everyone ages 13 and up is welcome in this community yoga class. We will focus on breathing, stretching and honoring our bodies. Just bring a mat and comfy clothes! 

Mobile Branch at St. John's Lutheran Church

11:00am–12:00pm
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Lincoln Library’s Mobile Branch is a bookmobile that brings books, digital resources, internet access, and programs directly to the community.

Podcasting 101

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Collaboratory
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: CoLab
Registration Required
Event Details:

An introductory class about podcasting! How to decide on a topic, what equipment and software you need to get started, how to decide on a topic, and where and how you can publish it.

Teen Beads & Boba

5:30pm–6:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Multipurpose Room
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Social
Event Details:

Social

Connect with friends at the Lincoln Library.

Come join us for Teen Beads and Boba! We will be using perler beads to make pixel art and having boba as a treat! For grades 6-12 (Ages 11-18).

Stitchuation

6:00pm–7:30pm
DeFrates Room
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: DeFrates Room
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.