The Library will be closed all day Sunday, May 30
and Monday, May 31 in observance of Memorial Day.
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Virtual Medieval Mayfest
Saturday, May 1
2:00 – 2:45 p.m.
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Come learn about medieval May Day customs as we sing and dance our way into spring!
Before the program, you can crown yourself May Queen or Green Man, with craft kits from The Urbana Free Library. Pick up a craft kit at the Library or call 217-367-4057 to schedule a Curbside Pickup appointment. Ask for a May Day Crown Kit. Kits will be available starting April 26. Available while supplies last.
Kelli McQueen is a PhD candidate in musicology and medieval studies at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Her project “Traveling Troubadour: Medieval Music for the Modern World” at traveling-troubadour.com is part of the Humanities Research Institute’s fellowship for the public humanities. She enjoys playing fiddle, finger-style guitar, and other period string instruments like the lute, viola da gamba, and vielle. She is a long-time resident of Urbana and often performs with the Flatland Consort and at various small venues in the CU area.
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Creative Colored Pencil!
Thursday, May 6 & 13
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Zoom
Learn colored pencil technique with artist and teacher Lori Fuller!
Artists of all skill levels are invited to create a beautiful floral design using colored pencils.
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Register in advance to pick up supplies (including paper, pencils, and the colorful image we will be drawing).
- Meet on Zoom (Thursday, May 6 at 6:30 p.m.) with artist and teacher Lori Fuller. She’ll give a basic overview of the project.
- Work at your own pace, using a Lori’s step-by-step instructional YouTube video. The video will cover tips/techniques with colored pencils (all the basics!), how to layer and blend colors, and the artistic process.
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Join us at a second Zoom session (Thursday, May 13 at 6:30 p.m.) for Q & A or to show us your drawing. Register here.
Once you've registered we will email you to ask what supplies you need and to confirm when your supplies will be available for pickup.
Made possible by a grant from City of Urbana Arts & Culture Program.
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Music with Claire Johnson
and Matt Turino
Sunday, May 9
4:00 – 4:30 p.m.
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Join us on the Library's Facebook page for a musical performance by Claire Johnson and Matt Turino. Matt and Claire use fiddle, guitar and banjo in different combinations to play traditional, modern and original music based on a number of different musical styles from around North America and the British Isles. They have been playing together for more than eight years as a duo. They have also performed with other musicians and in their trio, Meadowhawk.
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Illinois Newspaper Project:
Find Your Ancestor in Illinois Newspapers
Tuesday, May 11
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Zoom
Join the Champaign County Genealogical Society and Celestina Savonius-Wroth to learn about using newspapers for your genealogy research.
Finding your relatives in newspaper publications can be an exciting way to add depth to their stories and fill out their timelines. The Champaign County Genealogical Society will host Celestina Savonius-Wroth, the Head Librarian of the University of Illinois' History, Philosophy, and Newspaper Library (HPNL) and explore the Illinois Newspaper Project's online digital collection. This incredible resource is a project created by the HPNL and the Department of Preservation Services at the University of Illinois Library. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Register to receive a Zoom link!
This event is co-sponsored by the Champaign County Genealogical Society.
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Research Discussion Hour
Wednesday, May 19
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Zoom
Here's your chance to visit with your fellow genealogists and find out what they are currently researching. It is also an opportunity to pick their brains for ideas on how to get over any brick walls you may be encountering. Put on your genealogy hat and "Zoom" in to a fun hour with other genealogy enthusiasts!
Register here. Make sure to submit your genealogy questions or research challenge to programs@ilccgs.org. Priority will be given to questions received in advance.
Cosponsored by the Champaign County Genealogical Society.
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Fantastic Fiction Book Club
Saturday, May 22
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Zoom
Each month we'll read something a little different, ranging between fantasy, science fiction, and horror. We'll focus on picking newer fiction rather than older, shorter books rather than longer, and a diverse mix of authors. There's a lot of excellent fiction being written in these genres, and we're looking forward to talking about it with all of you!
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Intermediate Genealogy Workshop
Saturday, May 29
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Zoom
Join genealogist Monique Rivera as she delves
into genealogy beyond the basics. This workshop is intended for those who already have a foundational knowledge of genealogy, or have participated in our introduction to genealogy workshop.
Originally from Key West, Florida, Monique earned
a bachelor’s degree in Spanish language, with a concentration in French language and phonetics while studying in France, and a master's degree in Library and Information Science from The iSchool at Illinois. Over the past 20 years, she has held numerous positions: as a foreign language educator; translator; event coordinator; and project manager. Since 2006, she has worked at the University of Illinois and currently serves as co-director of engagement at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Her family history research focuses on ancestral ties to Cuba, the Canary Islands, and Spain, as well as Scotland, Ireland, and England.
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