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Friday, October 110:15—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Preschool Storytime

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For preschool children and their parents/caregiversJoin Miss Catherine each week for 3-4 fun books and a craft that are just right for preschoolers.

Friday, October 17:00—11:00 PMVirtual Trivia Night

Let’s play a round of trivia from home! Join us here: https://www. crowd. live/7KU5TNEW TIME: 7:00 pm - 11:00 pmHere's how it works:Log in anytime between 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm The trivia game will take about 30 minutes but will be on a continuous loop…Learn More

Saturday, October 210:00 AM—2:00 PMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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IDPH Vaccination Clinc

Do your part to protect yourself and your community and get your COVID-19 vaccine!The State of Illinois is partnering with the library to off a free COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Saturday, October 2nd, 2021, from 10 AM - 2 PM. Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is authorized and recommended for individuals aged 12+.…Learn More

Monday, October 46:00—7:30 PMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Zoom

Successful Collateral and Cluster Searches

Learn why researching those in-laws, “shirt-tail cousins” and others who may not be a direct-line ancestor as well as “friends, neighbors and associates” can help you break down your genealogy research brick walls.

Tuesday, October 59:45—10:00 AMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time

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Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.

Tuesday, October 510:45—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time

Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.

Tuesday, October 52:00—3:00 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629

Computer Class: How to Organize Files

Adults Our computer classes are open to adults and are held in our Conference Room. Please contact Adult Services Librarian, Suzanna at sjones@chathamlib. org for details or questions. Computer Class: How to Organize FilesThis class will show how to save, rename, and delete files and how to organize files into folders on a computer.…Learn More

Tuesday, October 56:00—7:45 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629

Society of Midwestern Authors

Come join our writer’s group on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p. m. Although we have a new name, Society of Midwestern Authors, our mission is the same: help each other grow in our writing. Writers of all levels of experience and genres are welcomed for discussion, critique of our pieces and writing exercises.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 66:00—7:00 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629

Game Night

Every game night we play a variety of games from strategic to cooperative to those that are a little less taxing on the brain. Whether we win or not, a good time is had by all. Monthly Game Nights are for ages 10 and up only. We meet the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.…Learn More

Thursday, October 76:00—7:00 PMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Zine Making Workshop

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Springfield-based musician and creator, Clare Frachey, will facilitate this hands-on workshop where information about types of zines, a zine collection, and an experience of creating a zine together will all be shared.

Thursday, October 76:30—7:00 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629

Family Evening Storytime

This storytime, particularily for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers to enjoy together, features fun books and simple crafts realted to a theme and fun family time, too! With Miss Joyce.

Friday, October 810:15—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Preschool Storytime

For preschool children and their parents/caregiversJoin Miss Catherine each week for 3-4 fun books and a craft that are just right for preschoolers.

Friday, October 87:00—11:00 PMVirtual Trivia Night

Virtual Trivia Night

Let’s play a round of trivia from home! Join us here: https://www. crowd. live/FJP9D7:00 pm - 11:00 pmHere's how it works:Log in anytime between 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm The trivia game will take about 30 minutes but will be on a continuous loop so you…Learn More

Tuesday, October 129:45—10:00 AMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time

Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.

Tuesday, October 1210:45—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time

Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.

Wednesday, October 136:00—7:00 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629

Hooked on Books - The Engineer's Wife

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Adults This month we are reading The Engineer's Wife by Tracey Enerson WoodFictionBook Description: When her happy domestic life is turned upside-down by her husband's work as the chief engineer on an under-construction Brooklyn Bridge, Emily Warren Roebling gradually takes over the project to advocate on behalf of worker safety.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 136:00—8:00 PMCAPLD South LawnChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629

CANCELED - Teen Trivia Night

Event is cancelled due to predicted rain and wind. …Learn More

Thursday, October 146:30—7:00 PMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Family Evening Storytime

Friday, October 1510:15—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Preschool Storytime

For preschool children and their parents/caregiversJoin Miss Catherine each week for 3-4 fun books and a craft that are just right for preschoolers.

Friday, October 156:00—8:30 PMCAPLD South LawnChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629

CANCELED - Star Party

Have you ever wanted to view the night sky through a telescope? And even better, learn to operate the telescope yourself? If so, you don’t want to miss this opportunity for a FREE training and telescope viewing session provided by amateur astronomers from the Sangamon Astronomical Society.

Friday, October 157:00—11:00 PMVirtual Trivia Night

Virtual Trivia Night

Let’s play a round of trivia from home! Join us here: https://www. crowd. live/ARSMGNEW TIME: 7:00 pm - 11:00 pmHere's how it works:Log in anytime between 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm The trivia game will take about 30 minutes but will be on a continuous loop…Learn More

Saturday, October 1610:00—10:30 AMOffsite

Library at the Laundromat

No Registration Required Join us for storytime in person at New Generations Laundry and Cleaners, 420 North Main Plaza, Chatham. Miss Catherine will be reading several books and will have a take home craft too! For more information, email cbbooks@chathamlib.…Learn More

Saturday, October 162:00—3:30 PMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Friends of Genealogy Meeting

All agesGet together with other genealogy enthusiasts once a quarter. Get started with your family history research, share your exciting finds, explore new sources, and discuss topics of interest. Beginners are always welcome.

Monday, October 186:00—7:30 PMGallery AChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629

Outer Edge Book Club - The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires

THIS IS AN IN-PERSON PROGRAM. Please contact Library Assistant Katlynn at kclardy@chathamlib. org for details. Attention Sci-Fi and Fantasy lovers! The Outer Edge Book Club will be discussing monthly selections of sci-fi and fantasy books. The discussion is typically held on the third Monday of the month at 6:00pm.…Learn More

Monday, October 187:00—8:00 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

The Library Board of Trustees typically meets on the third Monday of the Month at 7:00. The public is welcome to attend.

Tuesday, October 199:45—10:00 AMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time

Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.

Tuesday, October 1910:45—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time

Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.

Wednesday, October 2012:00—1:00 PMGallery B&CChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629

Bite Into a Good Book: Practical Magic

This month we are reading Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman

Thursday, October 216:00—7:30 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629

Craft Night: pumpkin wreath

Registration required / Adults Craft Nights are open to adults in High School or older and are held in our Conference Room. Please contact Adult Services Librarian, Suzanna at sjones@chathamlib. org for details or questions. Craft Night: pumpkin wreathWe will use wire wreath forms in the shape of a pumpkin to create a fall decoration.…Learn More

Thursday, October 216:00—7:30 PMCAPLD South LawnChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629

Very Scary Halloween Story Hour

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UPDATE:Very Scary Storytime is now an outdoor scary movie! Our Very Scary Halloween Storytime has been adjusted to provide a safe, yet scary! night for children 3rd grade and older. Please dress in your costumes, bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on and meet us on the south lawn of the library to watch Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween! while enjoying popcorn and lemonade.…Learn More

Friday, October 2210:15—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Preschool Storytime

For preschool children and their parents/caregiversJoin Miss Catherine each week for 3-4 fun books and a craft that are just right for preschoolers.

Friday, October 227:00—11:00 PMVirtual Trivia Night

Virtual Trivia Night

Let’s play a round of trivia from home! Join us here: https://www. crowd. live/EUAZFNEW TIME: 7:00 pm - 11:00 pmHere's how it works:Log in anytime between 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm The trivia game will take about 30 minutes but will be on a continuous loop…Learn More

Saturday, October 2310:00 AM—2:00 PMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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IDPH Vaccination Clinc

Do your part to protect yourself and your community and get your COVID-19 vaccine!The State of Illinois is partnering with the library to off a free COVID-19 vaccine clinic at the Library on Saturday, October 23rd, 2021, from 10 AM - 2 PM. Book your time slot at https://tinyurl.…Learn More

Tuesday, October 269:45—10:00 AMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time

Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones. Children are encouraged to wear their costumes for today's Halloween focused fun!

Tuesday, October 2610:45—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time

Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.

Wednesday, October 276:30—7:30 PMZoom

Author in the Spotlight: Live virtual author event with Chris Bohjalian

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Registration Required / Adults Chris Bohjalian is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of 22 books. His work has been translated into 35 languages and has been adapted into three movies and a TV series. He will be talking about his newest release The Hour of the Witch.…Learn More

Thursday, October 286:00—6:30 PMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Friendly/Slightly Scary Halloween Storytime

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UPDATE:Friendly and Slightly Scary Storytimes are now a Halloween Costume Parade!In order to provide a safe and fun Halloween for littles, we have adjusted our Friendly and Slightly Scary Halloween Storytimes and turned them into a fun Halloween Costume Parade! Rain or shine, put on your Halloween costumes and come to the Library to show off your cool costumes and enjoy seeing all the other costumed kids, too.…Learn More

Friday, October 2910:15—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Preschool Storytime

For preschool children and their parents/caregiversJoin Miss Catherine each week for 3-4 fun books and a craft that are just right for preschoolers. This week everyone is invited to wear their Halloween costumes for fun Halloween stories and cra…Learn More

Friday, October 297:00—11:00 PMVirtual Trivia Night

Virtual Trivia Night

Let’s play a round of trivia from home! Join us here: https://www. crowd. live/MGHRGNEW TIME: 7:00 pm - 11:00 pmHere's how it works:Log in anytime between 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm The trivia game will take about 30 minutes but will be on a continuous loop…Learn More