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Wednesday, March 19:15 AM—1:45 PMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
AARP Tax-Aide Service
The Chatham Area Public Library will be a location on: Wednesdays, 9:15 AM - 1:45 PM ----- 2/1/23-4/12/23. Appointments are REQUIRED. Clients must come to the site (front desk) to receive a tax preparation packet. They then need to schedule an appointment to come get their taxes done.…Learn MoreWednesday, March 110:30—11:30 AMOffsite
Seniors Crafty Creations: Bunny Butt Pot
Offsite | Ball-Chatham Senior Center111 W. Mulberry StFirst Wednesday of month10:30am-11:30amCrafting is for grown-ups too, not just kids! Seniors, you are invited to a series of casual crafty meetups this summer. Connect, create, and relax with other people in an easygoing environment.…Learn MoreWednesday, March 16:00—7:30 PMConference Room
Monthly Board Game Night
Ages 10 and up
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 MoreWednesday, March 17:00—8:00 PMZoom
Illinois Libraries Present: The Weird & Wonderful World with Mary Roach
Registration Required for Zoom / AdultExperience an entertaining and hilarious evening with New York Times best-selling science author, Mary Roach - despite her claim that “people call me a science writer, though I don't have a science degree and sometimes have to fake my way through interviews with experts I can't understand”! Roach will discuss her frank approach to science, the importance of humor, and explore the weird, wonderful world in which we live.…Learn More2
Thursday, March 26:30—7:00 PMActivity Room
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Family Evening Storytime
This storytime, particularly for children of all ages and their grown-ups to enjoy together, features fun books and simple crafts/activities related to a theme and fun family time, too! 3
Friday, March 310:15—11:00 AMActivity Room
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Preschool Storytime
For preschool children and their grown-ups.
Join Miss Catherine each week for some fun books and a craft or activity that is just right for preschoolers.Friday, March 35:00—11:00 PMVirtual
Virtual Trivia Night
Let’s play a round of trivia from home!
Join us here:
https://www. crowd. live/DFJCANEW TIME: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pmHere's how it works:Log in anytime between 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The trivia game will take about 30 minutes but will be on a continuous loop so you can play anytime throughout the six hour time slot
There are 25 questions
You have 20 seconds to answer each (the faster you answer the more points)
There is a small break in between questions
After all 25 questions are answered your score will be recorded.…Learn More4
Saturday, March 411:00 AM—12:00 PMAdult Services
UIS Camerata
An hour of music from the University of Illinois Springfield’s Camerata. A small ensemble of students will fill the library with music. Sit an enjoy the concert of be surrounded by music as you browse the shelves.Saturday, March 42:00—3:30 PMGallery B&C
Friends of Genealogy Meeting
Are you interested in your family history? Have questions about how to break down brick walls you have in your family history research? Join us for a Friends of Genealogy meeting where we will discuss all things genealogy and get tips and tricks on how to break the walls down.…Learn More5
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Monday, March 62:00—4:00 PMGallery B&C
Dementia Caregiving 101 — Week 7: Driving & Beyond the Medical Center
Join us for an educational series of what to expect when caring for those with dementia or memory loss. The series is eight weeks long — feel free to register for one session, or all eight. This program is designed to equip family caregivers of individuals living at home.…Learn More7
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their grown-ups. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.Tuesday, March 710:45—11:00 AMGallery A
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their grown-ups. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.Tuesday, March 71:00—3:30 PMFriends of the Library Bookstore and Cafe
Weekly Card Games
Adults/Seniors1:00 - 3:30 p. m. Join us for fun and cards every week this spring. We’ll play a variety of card games like Pinochle, Phase 10, Uno, and whatever else people know how to play. We’ll also have other games like Mexican Train and Yahtzee available.…Learn More
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Wednesday, March 89:15 AM—1:45 PMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
AARP Tax-Aide Service
The Chatham Area Public Library will be a location on: Wednesdays, 9:15 AM - 1:45 PM ----- 2/1/23-4/12/23. Appointments are REQUIRED. Clients must come to the site (front desk) to receive a tax preparation packet. They then need to schedule an appointment to come get their taxes done.…Learn MoreWednesday, March 86:00—7:00 PMConference Room
Hooked on Books - Braiding Sweetgrass
Adults
This month we are reading Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Nonfiction
Book Description: As a botanist, Robin Wall Kimmerer has been trained to ask questions of nature with the tools of science. As a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, she embraces the notion that plants and animals are our oldest teachers.…Learn More9
Thursday, March 96:00—7:00 PMConference Room
Computer Class: iPhone Photography Tips & Tricks
Learn how to take better pictures on your iPhone. We’ll look at the different modes and settings as well as how to do some basic editing. *REGISTRATION OPTIONAL *Thursday, March 96:30—7:00 PMActivity Room
Family Evening Storytime
This storytime, particularly for children of all ages and their grown-ups to enjoy together, features fun books and simple crafts/activities related to a theme and fun family time, too! 10
Friday, March 1010:15—11:00 AMActivity Room
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Preschool Storytime
For preschool children and their grown-ups.
Join Miss Catherine each week for some fun books and a craft or activity that is just right for preschoolers.Friday, March 105:00—11:00 PMVirtual
Virtual Trivia Night
Let’s play a round of trivia from home!
Join us here:
https://www. crowd. live/DVUXTNEW TIME: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pmHere's how it works:Log in anytime between 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The trivia game will take about 30 minutes but will be on a continuous loop so you can play anytime throughout the six hour time slot
There are 25 questions
You have 20 seconds to answer each (the faster you answer the more points)
There is a small break in between questions
After all 25 questions are answered your score will be recorded.…Learn MoreFriday, March 107:00—9:30 PMChildren's Area
Main Area of Library
2023 Friends of the Library's Murder Mystery Fundraiser
We proudly present our 23rd Annual Murder Mystery Fundraiser, Dead-Nouement: Offing an Author! This year, you will have two opportunities to guess whodunit: Friday, March 10th at 7:00 p. m. and Saturday, March 11th at 7:00 p. m. Seating will be first come, first served.…Learn More11
Saturday, March 117:00—9:30 PMChildren's Area
Main Area of Library
2023 Friends of the Library's Murder Mystery Fundraiser
We proudly present our 23rd Annual Murder Mystery Fundraiser, Dead-Nouement: Offing an Author! This year, you will have two opportunities to guess whodunit: Friday, March 10th at 7:00 p. m. and Saturday, March 11th at 7:00 p. m. Seating will be first come, first served.…Learn More12
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Monday, March 132:00—4:00 PMGallery B&C
Dementia Caregiving 101 — Week 8: Who's Taking Care of You?
Join us for an educational series of what to expect when caring for those with dementia or memory loss. The series is eight weeks long — feel free to register for one session, or all eight. This program is designed to equip family caregivers of individuals living at home.…Learn More14
Tuesday, March 149:45—10:00 AMGallery A
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their grown-ups. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.Tuesday, March 1410:45—11:00 AMGallery A
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their grown-ups. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.Tuesday, March 141:00—3:30 PMFriends of the Library Bookstore and Cafe
Weekly Card Games
Adults/Seniors1:00 - 3:30 p. m. Join us for fun and cards every week this spring. We’ll play a variety of card games like Pinochle, Phase 10, Uno, and whatever else people know how to play. We’ll also have other games like Mexican Train and Yahtzee available.…Learn More
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Wednesday, March 159:15 AM—1:45 PMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
AARP Tax-Aide Service
The Chatham Area Public Library will be a location on: Wednesdays, 9:15 AM - 1:45 PM ----- 2/1/23-4/12/23. Appointments are REQUIRED. Clients must come to the site (front desk) to receive a tax preparation packet. They then need to schedule an appointment to come get their taxes done.…Learn MoreWednesday, March 1512:00—1:00 PMConference Room
Bite Into a Good Book: Wish You Were Here by Jodi Picoult
Adults
This month we are reading Wish You Were Here by Jodi Picoult. Fiction
Digital copies are available through Libby and Hoopla and limited regular print, large print and audiobooks can be picked up at the library's circulation desk.
Book Description: With everything perfectly on track, Diana O'Toole finds things going off the rails when she is quarantined during her dream vacation in the Galapagos due to a virus, forcing her to reevaluate herself and her life when she makes a connection with a local family.…Learn More16
Thursday, March 166:00—7:30 PMConference Room
Adult Craft Night: Spring Carrot Decor
Thursday, March 166:00 – 7:30 p. m.
For adults in High School or older. Registration required.
We’ll use orange ribbon to create an abstract carrot for this spring decoration.
Thursday, March 166:30—7:00 PMActivity Room
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Family Evening Storytime
This storytime, particularly for children of all ages and their grown-ups to enjoy together, features fun books and simple crafts/activities related to a theme and fun family time, too! 17
Friday, March 1710:15—11:00 AMActivity Room
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Preschool Storytime
For preschool children and their grown-ups.
Join Miss Catherine each week for some fun books and a craft or activity that is just right for preschoolers.Friday, March 175:00—11:00 PMVirtual
Virtual Trivia Night
Let’s play a round of trivia from home!
Join us here:
https://www. crowd. live/4Y29JNEW TIME: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pmHere's how it works:Log in anytime between 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The trivia game will take about 30 minutes but will be on a continuous loop so you can play anytime throughout the six hour time slot
There are 25 questions
You have 20 seconds to answer each (the faster you answer the more points)
There is a small break in between questions
After all 25 questions are answered your score will be recorded.…Learn More18
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Monday, March 206:00—7:00 PMGallery A
Outer Edge Book Club - The Space Between Worlds
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. Please contact Library Assistant Katlynn at kclardy@chathamlib.…Learn MoreMonday, March 206:00—7:00 PMActivity Room
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Spring Break Fun: Musical Monday
During the week of spring break come to the Library for a different, fun activity each day, inspired by the American Girl books character Claudie Wells. Monday's fun: Musical Monday!
Come to the library between 6:00 and 7:00 pm to try out an instrument.…Learn MoreMonday, March 207:00—8:00 PMConference Room
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
The Library Board of Trustees will hold their monthly meeting. The public is welcome to attend.
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Tuesday, March 219:45—10:00 AMGallery A
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their grown-ups. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.Tuesday, March 2110:45—11:00 AMGallery A
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their grown-ups. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.Tuesday, March 211:00—3:30 PMFriends of the Library Bookstore and Cafe
Weekly Card Games
Adults/Seniors1:00 - 3:30 p. m. Join us for fun and cards every week this spring. We’ll play a variety of card games like Pinochle, Phase 10, Uno, and whatever else people know how to play. We’ll also have other games like Mexican Train and Yahtzee available.…Learn More
Tuesday, March 212:00—3:30 PMActivity Room
Spring Break Fun: Mug Cakes
During the week of spring break come to the Library for a different, fun activity each day, inspired by the American Girl books character Claudie Wells. Tuesday's fun: Make, Bake & Take a Mug Cake!
We will have the ingredients to make a mug cake.…Learn More22
Wednesday, March 229:15 AM—1:45 PMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
AARP Tax-Aide Service
The Chatham Area Public Library will be a location on: Wednesdays, 9:15 AM - 1:45 PM ----- 2/1/23-4/12/23. Appointments are REQUIRED. Clients must come to the site (front desk) to receive a tax preparation packet. They then need to schedule an appointment to come get their taxes done.…Learn MoreWednesday, March 222:00—3:30 PMActivity Room
Spring Break Fun: Art Attack!
During the week of spring break come to the Library for a different, fun activity each day, inspired by the American Girl books character Claudie Wells. Wednesday's fun: Art Attack!A canvas and paint will be provided to make your own abstract art creation.…Learn More23
Thursday, March 236:30—7:30 PMActivity Room
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CANCELED - Spring Break Fun: Talent Show
During the week of spring break come to the Library for a different, fun activity each day, inspired by the American Girl books character Claudie Wells. Thursday's fun: a Talent Show!
Talent show- for kids & families! Do you have a special skill or talent you would like to share with others? Join us for our Kids Talent Show at 6:30 pm.…Learn More24
Friday, March 2410:15—11:00 AMActivity Room
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Preschool Storytime
For preschool children and their grown-ups.
Join Miss Catherine each week for some fun books and a craft or activity that is just right for preschoolers.Friday, March 242:00—3:00 PMGallery A
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Spring Break Fun: Dance Party
During the week of spring break come to the Library for a different, fun activity each day, inspired by the American Girl books character Claudie Wells. Friday's fun: Dance Party!Join us for a Dance Party with Gretchen from Jan’s Dance Studio, 2:00-3:00 pm.…Learn More
Friday, March 245:00—11:00 PMVirtual
Virtual Trivia Night
Let’s play a round of trivia from home!
Join us here:
https://www. crowd. live/9T2FTNEW TIME: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pmHere's how it works:Log in anytime between 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The trivia game will take about 30 minutes but will be on a continuous loop so you can play anytime throughout the six hour time slot
There are 25 questions
You have 20 seconds to answer each (the faster you answer the more points)
There is a small break in between questions
After all 25 questions are answered your score will be recorded.…Learn More25
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Tuesday, March 289:45—10:00 AMGallery A
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their grown-ups. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.Tuesday, March 2810:45—11:00 AMGallery A
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their grown-ups. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.Tuesday, March 281:00—3:30 PMFriends of the Library Bookstore and Cafe
Weekly Card Games
Adults/Seniors1:00 - 3:30 p. m. Join us for fun and cards every week this spring. We’ll play a variety of card games like Pinochle, Phase 10, Uno, and whatever else people know how to play. We’ll also have other games like Mexican Train and Yahtzee available.…Learn More
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Wednesday, March 299:15 AM—1:45 PMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
AARP Tax-Aide Service
The Chatham Area Public Library will be a location on: Wednesdays, 9:15 AM - 1:45 PM ----- 2/1/23-4/12/23. Appointments are REQUIRED. Clients must come to the site (front desk) to receive a tax preparation packet. They then need to schedule an appointment to come get their taxes done.…Learn MoreWednesday, March 296:00—7:30 PMGallery A
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"Potentially Dangerous" viewing and Q&A with Director, Zach Baliva
View the film “Potentially Dangerous” about the persecution Italian Americans faced during WWII. The film runs about 50 minutes with the chance to ask questions to Director Zach Baliva, Chatham native, following the film. Watch a trailer for the film here:https://youtu.…Learn More30
Thursday, March 306:30—7:00 PMActivity Room
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Family Evening Storytime
This storytime, particularly for children of all ages and their grown-ups to enjoy together, features fun books and simple crafts/activities related to a theme and fun family time, too! 31
Friday, March 3110:15—11:00 AMActivity Room
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Preschool Storytime
For preschool children and their grown-ups.
Join Miss Catherine each week for some fun books and a craft or activity that is just right for preschoolers.Friday, March 315:00—11:00 PMVirtual
Flower Themed Virtual Trivia
Let’s play a round of trivia from home!
Join us here:
https://www. crowd. live/DWDNSNEW TIME: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pmHere's how it works:Log in anytime between 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The trivia game will take about 30 minutes but will be on a continuous loop so you can play anytime throughout the six hour time slot
There are 25 questions
You have 20 seconds to answer each (the faster you answer the more points)
There is a small break in between questions
After all 25 questions are answered your score will be recorded.…Learn More