In this brand Books & Cooks Book Club, participants will read some great books and bring in recipes and treats to share that were inspired by the reading that month.

The Putnam County Public Library District’s Granville Branch will screen “A Promise to My Father” at 1 p.m. Tuesday in observance of Holocaust Remembrance Day.

The Putnam County Public Library District will launch its 2026 youth book club series “Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together” at 5 p.m. Thursday at the Condit Branch.

The Putnam County Public Library District will launch its 2026 teen book club series “Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together” at 5 p.m. on Wednesday at the McNabb Branch.

Explore all the U.S. has to offer and challenge yourself to read a book set in each of the 50 states in 2026.

The Whiteside Forum will host Barb and Phil Benson, local world travelers, who will talk about their adventures in Europe last year visiting the Czech Republic, Austria, Slovenia and their week in Istria, Croatia.

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.

The class will be from 10-11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, at 802 Eighth Ave., Erie.

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 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 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.

Odell Public Library in Morrison will host “Improving Online Health Literacy”, a free, in-person program aimed to increase online health literacy for all ages.

The Plano Public Library has announced its upcoming January programming for families and adults.

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.

Yorkville Public Library announces its January Adult Services Programs and Events

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.

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.

Improving Online Health Literacy is a free, in-person workshop from 2-3 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8, at the Erie Public Library.

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.