Wild Times Exotics
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.
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Special Presentation
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Cancelled Local Author: Bruce Leonard
CANCELLED Sorry this event has been cancelled. The library is pleased to welcome author and editor Bruce Leonard to our Adult Summer Reading Program for a book signing and Q&A. Bruce 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 ... Read more
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Sherry Norfolk: Interactive Storyteller
Listen to Sherry Norfolk's dynamic storytelling in this highly interactive, fun-filled program. Enlivened with character voices, sound effects and audience participation.
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History Presentation: Why Juneteenth?
Explore the history and significance of Juneteenth at this special history presentation.
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Leonardo: Music for Kids
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 ... Read more
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Local Author: Shane Wagner
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.
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Local Artisan: Terry Knop
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 ... Read more
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Rusty Pliers: Comedy Ventriloquist and Magician
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.
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Local Author/Artist: Mike Chervinko
Learn more about what makes Southern Illinois and the surrounding area so special during this presentation by Mike Chervinko. As a photographer and hobbyist archaeologist, Mr. Chervinko has visited and captured many of the most beautiful historical sites in the region. Speaker Mike Chervinko from Carbondale will discuss the prehistoric activity in our area’s past ... Read more
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Happy Hacks for More Positivity and Improved Well-Being Workshop
Presented in collaboration with the UofI Extension office, this workshop will enable participants to recognize common barriers to positivity and personal well-being, and learn simple methods to boost mood and positivity with science-backed "happy hacks." Registration is encouraged, but not required.
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