Chillicothe Public Library

Join our friends from Communication Junction for an in-person story time filled with stories, songs, movement, and bubbles! Ages 0-5. In order to ensure the safety of all participants, we ask that everyone over the age of two, regardless of vaccination status, wear a mask to our in-person programming events.

Mosey down to Shore Acres park to chat about whatever you’re reading (meet near the clubhouse). We’ll stroll or sit or duck inside, depending on the weather and our whims. Not reading anything just now? Come anyway, and you might pick up a recommendation or two. 

More information on our website and Facebook page.

Hosted by Chillicothe Public Library and presented in partnership with Chillicothe Park District.

Reading this month: TBA


January’s book is Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American Family, by Robert Kolker (copies available to check out at the library). This group for adults and teens provides a forum for diving deeper into some of the complex issues facing our world through reading, nuanced and respectful discussion, and the stories of others. More info at chillipld.org.

Register for this virtual event at https://us02web.zoom.us/…/reg…/WN_lOmiIhJ4RrG5BGXsTuaaHg, or come to Chillicothe Public Library to view the live stream.

What does climate change mean for our area—what can we expect, and what can we do about it? Join international climate expert and University of Illinois professor emeritus Dr. Don Wuebbles for a discussion of the U.N. Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change 2021 Report and its implications for the North Shore. Presented by the Glencoe Public Library, the Glencoe Sustainability Task Force, the Friends of Green Bay Trail, and Go Green Wilmette in coordination with multiple Illinois public libraries and nonprofit organizations.

Bring your friends and your imagination! In order to ensure the safety of all participants, we ask that everyone over the age of two, regardless of vaccination status, wear a mask to our in-person programming events.

Register for this in-person event at https://forms.gle/SCHWn6L6a2qecqC26.

If you prefer to attend virtually, register for the Zoom link at https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mOmxW-LvS2-Y2lPv4JfomQ. 

Joel Shoemaker will read from his new book, Bacon Grief (released Dec. 6, 2021), discuss his reasons for writing it, take questions, and sign books. Several copies of the book will be available for sale. 
 
Bacon Grief is the story of a teen boy from a conservative Christian family who, after developing a more-than-friendship with another boy, is faced with the choice to either reconcile his faith and sexuality, or walk away from it all. 

Joel Shoemaker has been a librarian for a decade and a magician for three. He lives in central Illinois with his husband and his dog, Maximus. He consumes an inordinate amount of cheese.

What is Teen Advisory Board? TAB is a group of teen volunteers, grades 9-12, who help the library and make a difference in their community by taking an active leadership role in implementing programs and advocating for youth services in Chillicothe. Gain confidence, make friends, and enjoy snacks all while learning to advocate for yourself and your place in your community.

Learn to measure, mix, and munch on snacks you make yourself! Follow along with the instructions each month to learn how to cook, bake, or prepare a new snack.

Our eclectic book club for adults discusses The Midnight Library, by Matt Haig (copies available to check out at the library). Join us at the library or on Zoom at bit.ly/3FNBJWV. More info at https://www.chillicothepubliclibrary.org/adult-family-events/books-tea/.
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