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The Putnam County Public Library District’s Granville Branch will host a genealogy presentation by the Daughters of the American Revolution at 6 p.m. Tuesday.

The Plano Public Library presents its upcoming schedule of programs - from children through adults - for January and February .

The Streator Public Library will host a variety of programs for children, teens and adults from Jan. 26 through Feb. 1.

This month’s family fun Escape Adventure is ready at the Yorkville Public Library. Use the clues to unlock the boxes before the next group comes in. You only have 30 minutes.

Odell Public Library patrons have access to thousands of e-books and audio books, all available from the comfort of home.

The Flagg-Rochelle Public Library in conjunction with Ogle County Master Gardeners will be hosting a seed library kick-off event Saturday, Jan. 31.

The free, in-person Wits Workout sessions will be offered at the Mills & Petrie Memorial Library on Mondays, starting March 2, and will continue for 12 consecutive weeks.

Putnam County Public Library District will offer health screenings and a historical presentation in early February.

The Granville branch of the Putnam County Library will host documentaries, craft workshops and a community book club throughout February.

The Putnam County Library in Hennepin will host a variety of programs throughout February, including crafts, educational events and community activities.

Bestselling author R.L. Stine will discuss his illustrious career in horror writing at 7 p.m. Feb. 17 at the Putnam County Library.

Putnam County Public Library District’s Granville branch will offer health screenings and a historical presentation in early February.

Here's a look at upcoming events at the Julia Hull District Library in Stillman Valley.

The first half hour of the sale each day will be for Friends of the Library members only.

The Putnam County Public Library District will launch its 2026 book club series “Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together” at 5 p.m. Jan. 20 at its Granville branch.

The Putnam County Public Library District will host a reading program with a therapy dog at 10 a.m. Jan. 24 at its Granville branch.

The Putnam County Public Library District will host a free screening of “Secrets of Stonehenge” at 1 p.m. Jan. 20 at its Granville branch.

The Putnam County Public Library District will host a hands-on art workshop at 4 p.m. Jan. 22 at the Condit Branch.

Here's a list of upcoming events at Bertolet Memorial Library.

Utica Public Library announces its upcoming free events for 2026

Writers group, book clubs, art programs and more offered at Plano Public Library for various ages.

The Streator Public Library will host a variety of programs for children, teens and adults from Jan. 19-24.

Putnam County Public Library branches will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday.

The Joliet Public Library's Black Road branch closed on Dec. 15. The partial reopening will provide more space for reading and browsing the library’s full collection,

The Putnam County Public Library District will host a free screening of “Horatio’s Drive: America’s First Road Trip” at 1 p.m. Tuesday at its Granville branch.

The Putnam County Public Library District will host a “Hibernating Bear Craft” program at 4 p.m. Wednesday at its McNabb branch.

The Putnam County Public Library District will host “Frosty Friends: Art and Storytime” at 10 a.m. Saturday at its Granville branch.

Here's a list of upcoming events at Julia Hull District Library in Stillman Valley.

Here's a list of upcoming events at the Oregon Public Library.

The Henry C. Adams Memorial Library, 209 W. Third St., Prophetstown, held a Christmas Coloring Contest that started Nov. 26 and the winner was announced Dec. 29.

Registration for the card-making class is limited so call the library or stop by to save a spot before Jan. 6.

Here's a list of upcoming events at the Bertolet Memorial Library in Leaf River.

It was a busy year in Kendall County. Here is a rundown of some of the 2025's top stories.

Streator Public Library will host an axolotl-themed week of activities Jan. 12-17, featuring scavenger hunts, story times and craft programs for all ages.

Geneva School District 304 and the Geneva Public Library District have partnered to provide students greater access to library materials.

The public is invited to attend a book signing and speaking event by local author Thomas Nance of Prophetstown.

Streator Public Library will host a Job Search Workshop on Monday, Jan. 5, from 10-11 a.m.

Here's a list of upcoming programs taking place at the Polo Library.

Streator Public Library has scheduled multiple programs for the week of Jan. 5-10, including educational workshops, children’s activities and creative programs.

Here's a list of upcoming events at the Mt. Morris Public Library.

Here's a look at upcoming events at the Bertolet Memorial Library in Leaf River.

Graves-Hume Public Library in Mendota has scheduled multiple programs for January, including story times, book clubs and health screenings.

Here's a look at upcoming events at Julia Hull District Library in Stillman Valley.

Reddick Public Library in Ottawa has scheduled several events for the week of Jan. 1, including movie screenings, escape rooms and club meetings.

The Putnam County Public Library District’s McNabb Branch will host “Snowflake Wonders Art Workshop” on Wednesday, Jan. 7, at 4 p.m.

December is almost over. We participated in the annual Christmas Walk parade. Our float was decorated with Christmas lights, a Snoopy doghouse and the Peanuts characters.

The Putnam County Public Library District’s Condit Branch will screen “Agatha Christie’s England” Thursday, Jan. 8, at 4 p.m.

The La Salle Public Library has scheduled multiple events for January, including a video game tournament, movie screenings and writing activities.

The Streator Public Library has scheduled multiple programs and activities from Dec. 29 through March 3, including scavenger hunts, craft sessions and special events for children and families.