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Indian Prairie Library Offers Unique Programs for Book Lovers
Enjoy book clubs and hear from Mid-Kid author Eileen R. Meyer.
There is still time for community members to register for these upcoming Zoom programs through Indian Prairie Public Library. The two Online Book Club programs are part of Ignite Change, a series of programs and discussions that celebrate diversity and foster equity and justice.
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Tuesday, Feb. 9, 7:15 p.m.
Adults
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Join in discussing Afterlife by Julia Alvarez. In this novel, a literature professor tries to rediscover who she is after the sudden death of her husband.
Wednesday, Feb. 17, 7 p.m.
Adults
Join in discussing Defining Moments in Black History by Dick Gregory. With his trademark acerbic wit, incisive humor, and infectious paranoia, one of the foremost comedians and most politically engaged civil rights activists looks back at 100 key events from the complicated history of black America.
An Afternoon with Mid-Kid Author Eileen R. Meyer
Wednesday, Feb. 17, 3:45 p.m.
Families & Grades 1-6
Celebrate Abraham Lincoln's birthday with Illinois author of The Superlative A. Lincoln: Poems about Our 16th President, Eileen R. Meyer.
Community members are that are participating in the Winter Read challenge can include these books on the book logs. The Winter Read challenge, which is open to all ages, ends Saturday, February 27. Participants have a chance to win prizes, including gift certificates to local bookstores.
Haven’t signed up yet? Register today through Beanstack on a computer or mobile device. Paper logs can be picked up at one of the Ask Us Desks. Learn about Winter Read and other reading challenges here.
Indian Prairie Library’s expert staff is available to help. Stop in, call 630/887-8760, email ippl@ippl.info, or use the chat service on the website- look for the green "we are here" icon.
