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SUMMARY:Wild Times Exotics
DESCRIPTION:Come pet and hold a variety of exotic animals from Wild Times Exotics. This educational program is part of our special summer reading presentations. All ages are welcome and sign up is not required.
URL:https://www.chesterpubliclibrary.com/event/wild-times-exotics/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Ages 0-5,Ages 10+,Ages 5-10,Family Friendly,Special Presentation,Summer Reading
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T210000
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SUMMARY:D-Day Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:The library will be showing the film “Saving Private Ryan” in honor of D-Day. \nPopcorn is provided. Feel free to bring a lidded beverage and any additional snacks.
URL:https://www.chesterpubliclibrary.com/event/d-day-movie-night/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Movie,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T140000
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SUMMARY:Cancelled Local Author: Bruce Leonard
DESCRIPTION:  \nCANCELLED\nSorry this event has been cancelled.  \nThe library is pleased to welcome author and editor Bruce Leonard to our Adult Summer Reading Program for a book signing and Q&A. \nBruce Leonard earned a B.A. in English with a creative-writing emphasis from UCLA. He has been a travel writer\, an editor\, an owner of a bakery\, and a guinea pig for the U.S. Government. He frequently visits Paducah\, Kentucky\, the quilt capital of the world\, where he created Hadley Carroll. He is grateful for the thousands of enthusiastic readers brought into his life by Hadley\, and he hopes the series continues for many more novels. \nHe is also the author of Hard Exit\, an award-winning hardboiled mystery that takes place primarily in Malibu and is narrated by grieving private-eye Jack Drake. \n-bio from author’s website (https://bruceleonardwriter.com/authors-bio) \nThe first book of the Hadley Carroll Series Quilt City Murders is available to check out at the Chester Public Library\, and available for purchase on Amazon.
URL:https://www.chesterpubliclibrary.com/event/local-author-bruce-leonard/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Book Discussion,Special Presentation,Summer Reading,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T101303
CREATED:20250515T203911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T203911Z
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SUMMARY:Sherry Norfolk: Interactive Storyteller
DESCRIPTION:Listen to Sherry Norfolk’s dynamic storytelling in this highly interactive\, fun-filled program. Enlivened with character voices\, sound effects and audience participation. 
URL:https://www.chesterpubliclibrary.com/event/sherry-norfolk-interactive-storyteller/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Ages 0-5,Ages 10+,Ages 5-10,Family Friendly,Special Presentation,Summer Reading
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T101303
CREATED:20250531T203904Z
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UID:10001072-1750266000-1750269600@www.chesterpubliclibrary.com
SUMMARY:History Presentation: Why Juneteenth?
DESCRIPTION:Explore the history and significance of Juneteenth at this special history presentation.
URL:https://www.chesterpubliclibrary.com/event/history-presentation-why-juneteenth/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Special Presentation,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T233000
DTSTAMP:20260430T101303
CREATED:20250520T185457Z
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SUMMARY:Leonardo: Music for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Bring your dancing shoes and best air guitar moves it’s time to go ROCKIN’ with LEONARDO. He is a Parents’ Choice Award winning family musician from Chicago strumming nationwide on his electric orange guitar. He performs a humorous high energy concert that entertains\, educates\, and empowers all little rockers. Get ready to sing along to familiar hits and some movin’ and groovin’ original songs!  
URL:https://www.chesterpubliclibrary.com/event/leonardo-music-for-kids/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Ages 0-5,Ages 10+,Ages 5-10,Family Friendly,Special Presentation,Summer Reading
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T101303
CREATED:20250531T205252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T202353Z
UID:10001073-1750510800-1750518000@www.chesterpubliclibrary.com
SUMMARY:Local Author: Rhett Rinne
DESCRIPTION:The library is pleased to welcome R.L. Rinne for a signing of his book Quest for the Scroll. His book received an award by the 2023 American Writing Awards contest in the Religious Fiction category. \nQuest for the Scroll follows Magnus\, a student of Saint Martin of Tours. He is protecting a sacred scroll from those wanting to use it for their gain. “From the hallowed ground of Tours to the mist-shrouded shores of Britannia\, Magnus’s path is fraught with peril. He finds solace in the gentle heart of Cynde\, an innkeeper’s daughter whose spirit shines amidst the encroaching shadows. Together\, they flee to escape the persecution of a corrupt bishop\, their love a beacon in a world teetering on the edge of chaos. They face treacherous landscapes\, ruthless mercenaries\, and the ever-present threat of those who fear the true power of faith.” – description from Amazon.com
URL:https://www.chesterpubliclibrary.com/event/local-author-rhett-rinne/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Summer Reading,Teens
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250623T190000
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SUMMARY:Local Author: Shane Wagner
DESCRIPTION:The library is pleased to welcome back Shane Wagner\, author of Ghosts by the Riverside: the Haunted History of Chester and Old Kaskaskia for a presentation of his recent research. Shane will also be signing copies of his current book which are available for purchase at the library.
URL:https://www.chesterpubliclibrary.com/event/local-author-shane-wagner/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Book Discussion,Special Presentation,Summer Reading,Teens
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CREATED:20250531T212506Z
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UID:10001088-1750788000-1750791600@www.chesterpubliclibrary.com
SUMMARY:Local Artisan: Terry Knop
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the library for a sweet summer evening with local apiarist Terry Knop as part of our Summer Reading Program! Learn what it’s really like to care for honey bees—from hive maintenance to honey harvesting—and why these vital pollinators matter more than ever. Get your questions answered\, enjoy the buzz of fascinating bee facts\, and even take home a jar of local honey (available for purchase). This program is geared toward adults and perfect for anyone curious about beekeeping\, sustainability\, or just looking for a fun\, informative night out.
URL:https://www.chesterpubliclibrary.com/event/local-artisan-terry-knop/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Special Presentation,Summer Reading,Teens
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T101303
CREATED:20250515T205633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T205633Z
UID:10001058-1750847400-1750851000@www.chesterpubliclibrary.com
SUMMARY:Rusty Pliers: Comedy Ventriloquist and Magician
DESCRIPTION:Rusty Pliers is America’s favorite Hillbilly Comedy Ventriloquist and Magician. Rusty is from a small town in St. Louis Missouri with no phones\, no lights\, and no power\, called Mehlville. Rusty Pliers has performed his unique “Country-Fried” magic and ventriloquism show to children from every continent. Part of our special summer reading programs.
URL:https://www.chesterpubliclibrary.com/event/rusty-pliers-comedy-ventriloquist-and-magician/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Ages 0-5,Ages 10+,Ages 5-10,Family Friendly,Special Presentation,Summer Reading
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T101303
CREATED:20250531T215501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T220859Z
UID:10001075-1751040000-1751050800@www.chesterpubliclibrary.com
SUMMARY:Escape Room
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family to the library for an hour of teamwork\, critical thinking\, and problem solving in this special escape room. This activity is geared towards ages 9-13\, but can be enjoyed by younger and older participants. Sign up is required for a 60-minute time slot with 2-5 players. Can you solve the challenge in time?
URL:https://www.chesterpubliclibrary.com/event/escape-room/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Ages 10+,Ages 5-10,Family Friendly,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T101303
CREATED:20250531T215600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T171814Z
UID:10001076-1751101200-1751115600@www.chesterpubliclibrary.com
SUMMARY:Escape Room
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family to the library for an hour of teamwork\, critical thinking\, and problem solving in this special escape room. This activity is geared towards ages 9-13\, but can be enjoyed by younger and older participants. Sign up is required for a 60-minute time slot with 2-5 players. Can you solve the challenge in time?
URL:https://www.chesterpubliclibrary.com/event/escape-room-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Ages 10+,Ages 5-10,Family Friendly,Teens
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