Greetings!
In this e-Newsletter:
- Make Your Voice Heard!
- Census 2020 Day - Where Are You Living on April 1st, 2020?
- Exciting, Morning Storytimes
- 6 PM Evening Storytime & Play
- Art and Tech Programs for the Kids
- Jeanette Andrews' Amazing Illusions
- Spring Break Movies
- Adult Book Club
- Answers @ Tech Help Tuesdays
- Downton Abbey Tea Time!
- Teen Crafts
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ALERT!
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Library Funding Is at Stake ... Again!
Call, Write, Email, Tweet, and Text Congress Members
Let them know your library is a critical part of Your Community
The coming eight weeks are critical in the fight for library funding. The White House released its FY 2021 budget proposal and - for a fourth time in a row - seeks to completely eliminate the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) which helps fund innovative library programs
throughout the country!
OUr Illinois
Congress, fortunately, has recognized the value of libraries and has consistently voted to fund the agency and the funds it administers through Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). Thank your members of Congress for their continued support, and tell them how you value your community library.
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2020 Census
Where will you be on
Wednesday, April 1st?
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Anticipating questions for completing the Census 2020?
We can help!
Stop by and we'll give you tips on completing the Census. Don't be left uncounted!
EveryBody COUNTS!
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Move and Groove Family Storytime:
birth - 5 years old (with adult)
@10:00 am
Wednesdays March 4, 11 and 18
Toddler Time
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birth - 3 years (with adult)
@ 10:00 am
Preschool Storytime
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3 - 5 years old (without adult)
@ 11:00 am
Thursdays March 5, 12 and 19
Toddler SOUNS
:
birth - 3 years (with adult)
@ 10:00 am
Preschool SOUNS
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3 - 5 years old (without adult)
@ 11:00 am
Fridays March 6, 13 and 20
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Storytime in Pingree Grove
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Join us at the Pingree Grove Municipal Center, located at
555 Reinking Rd in Pingree Grove
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This storytime will be held the first Saturday each month for
children of all ages (birth – 5 years old) and their favorite adult.
No registration required.
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Art Explorers
Wednesday, March 11th
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Ages 8 - 12
Come explore the world of art with us! This month we will create sculptures with colorful air dry clay
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We Play: Pirate Night!
Tuesday March 10th
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ARRRRR me mateys. Join us for a swashbuckling good time at this months We Play. This program is intended for families with preschool and early elementary aged children.
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An afternoon of Illusions with Jeanette Andrews
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Saturday, March 14 1:00 pm
Magician Jeanette Andrews leads this charming performance of illusions where impossible feats happen before you very eyes. This magical experience will leave you enthralled and enchanted.
All ages welcome. No registration is required.
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Throw Back Lunch Break Movies
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We supply the popcorn and movie. Bring a beverage, cozy blanket and pillow and enjoy a Throw Back movie.
All movies start at 12 PM Noon.
March 24: Monsters, Inc (G: 92 mins)
March 25: Finding Nemo (G: 100 mins)
March 27: Cars (G: 116 mins)
Stop in at the library all week to vote for which movie will be shown on Friday.
March 28: Madagascar (PG: 86 mins)
OR
Ice Age (PG: 81 mins)
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BOOK CLUB
The book club will meet
Thursday, March 5th 6:00 PM
We'll be discussing:
In A Dark, Dark Wood
by Ruth Ware
When reclusive writer Leonora is invited to the English countryside for a weekend away, she reluctantly agrees to make the trip. But as the first night falls, revelations unfold among friends old and new, an unnerving memory shatters Leonora’s reserve, and a haunting realization creeps in: the party is not alone in the woods.
Books are available for check out at the front desk
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What's Next?
Our
Adult Book Club page
gives a complete list on our reading selections for the upcoming year. We meet the first Thursday of the month at 6:00 PM.
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KnitWits
Wednesday, March 4th 11:00 AM
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KnitWits is Ella Johnson Library District's knitting/crocheting club. Whether you are just beginning, or an experienced knitter, you're invited to come meet other enthusiasts, work on and get help on your own projects, and have fun. Join us and let's knit!
Other crafts are welcome!
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Downton Abbey TeaTime
with Chef Susan Maddox
Thursday, March 19th 6:00 PM
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Spend the evening getting in the mood for the series Downton Abbey with Chef Susan Maddox. Guests will learn two great finger sandwiches as well as two "sweets" for your tea party. The sandwiches include smoked salmon & cucumber on a mini croissant and caramelized onion & blue cheese on toast points. Chef Susan will also be demonstrating toasted almond / lavender shortcakes with autumn fruit compote and lemon curd tart with raspberry preserves.
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Tech Help Tuesdays
Tuesday, March 13th 5:30 PM
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Whether its a smart phone, a laptop, an e-Reader, a tablet, or some other technological device, the second Tuesday of each month is the day for ANSWERS!
Call the library or email aflores@ellajohnsonlibrary.org to make an appointment, and we'll be sure to have a staff member available to answer your technology questions one-on-one.
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Crafter's Circle
Wednesday March 25th
10:00 AM and 12:00 PM
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We meet the last Wednesday of each month and make a different craft each meeting. All supplies are provided. Registration for next month's session will open at the end of the session.
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Dungeons and Dragons
Monday, March 2nd
Monday, March 9th
5:30 PM
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This exciting and inclusive group meets twice a month here at the Library. Newcomers are always welcome!
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Teen Advisory Board
Thursday, March 12th
6 PM
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Join our Teen Advisory Board and assist with volunteer projects and help make decisions for our teen department! TAB counts as volunteer hours and pizza is always served! For grades 6+. No registration necessary
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No-Sew Pet Blankets
Tuesday, March 17th
6 PM
Come make no-sew pet blankets with us! The blankets will go to pets in need. Grades 6+ No registration required!
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Click
here for more programs!
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109 South State Street, Hampshire, IL 60140
Phone:
847-683-4490
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Our Hours
Mon-Thurs: 9:30am - 8:00pm
Friday: 9:30am - 5:00pm
Saturday: 9:30am - 3:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
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