September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month, the perfect time to discover (or rediscover!) all the amazing resources Lincoln Library has to offer.



A library card is your ticket to books, movies, digital resources, programs, and so much more—all for free. Whether you’re a lifelong reader or just beginning your library journey, there’s something here for everyone. Stop by this month to sign up for your card and unlock endless possibilities!

Apply for Your Card Today!

We’re also celebrating with a special Amnesty Program beginning September 2nd! This initiative is designed to welcome back library users who may feel unable to use our services due to outstanding fees.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Patrons may receive a one-time credit of up to $50 toward fees (not for lost/damaged items or future charges).
• If a balance remains after the credit, patrons can set up a payment plan and still enjoy eCard access to electronic resources.
• The credit does not cover the $10 debt collection fee or the Non-Resident Fee. However, accounts with only the $10 fee will still be able to check out materials.

This program runs through September only—a great opportunity for patrons to reconnect with all the library has to offer.

Kid Zone

LEGO Dino-Mite Builds

Get ready for a prehistoric adventure! Join us for one or both sessions of our Dino-Mite LEGO® building series!



Please note: supplies are limited and we’re unable to accommodate large groups. Because of the small pieces, this program is recommended for ages 5 and up.

September 3rd and 10th

3:00-4:00PM

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Family Story Time



Beginning this fall, Family Story Time will take place on Thursdays only, instead of our usual Monday/Thursday rotation.

And because we know how much you love story time, we’ve added a little something extra: two special Saturday “Encore” Story Times on September 6th and October 11th.

These will be the exact same program we offer on Thursday, just with the bonus of a weekend option for your family.

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Discover and Grow

Amateur Writer's Guild

Join fellow writers in a supportive space to share your work, exchange feedback, and get answers to your writing questions.

Whether you’re polishing a poem, drafting a novel, or just starting out, all kinds of writing are welcome!

September 15th

6:00-7:00PM

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Zine Club Open Workshop

A zine is a small, self-published booklet that’s all about creativity, self-expression, and sharing ideas outside of traditional publishing. They can include art, writing, or just about anything you’re passionate about, and are often handmade or traded in the community.

Come make one of your own!

September 3rd and 17th

5:00-7:00PM

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Making Sense of Dollars

Join us for a series of informative workshops designed to empower you with essential financial knowledge.

Whether you’re just starting out or need a refresher, our program covers key topics to help you build a solid foundation. Let us discover how we can Make Sense of Dollars.

September 8th and 22nd

4:00-5:00PM

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The Teen Scene

Teen Books & Boba | September 2nd, 5:30-6:30PM

Teen Craft: Circle Weave | September 3rd, 3:00-4:30PM

Teen Writers' Workshop | September 8th, 4:00-5:30PM

Teen Advisory Group | September 10th, 3:00-4:00PM

Teen Board Games | September 17th, 3:00-4:00 PM

Teen Dungeons & Dragons | September 24th, 3:00-4:30PM

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"Who's on First: What's Up with Freedom of Petition?"

Join us as we take a look at the last freedom set out in the First Amendment: Freedom to Petition the Government.

The lesser-known right to petition has played a pivotal role in major civil rights movements, but today raises pressing questions about fairness, influence, and where to draw the line between citizen advocacy and corporate lobbying.

September 9th, 6:00-7:30PM

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Turn your ideas into reality at the CoLab!

Podcasting 101 | September 2nd, 5:30-6:30PM

Demystifying Your Sewing Machine | September 9th, 3:00-5:30PM

Terrain Sculpting | September 15th, 5:00-7:00PM

Sewing Class: Basic Quilt Blocks | September 20th, 2:00-4:30PM

Sewing Class: Easy Drawstring Backpack | September 23rd, 3:30-6:00 PM

Sewing Class: Basic Mending | September 25th, 2:30-4:30PM

Learn more and register for a class!

Book Clubbin'

Spinetinglers Horror Book Club

This book club for fans of ghosts, vampires, and other spooks and ghouls meets on the third Tuesday of each month for discussion of a different horror book.



This month's selection is Blood on Her Tongue by Johanna Van Veen. In 1887 Netherlands, Lucy’s twin sister Sarah falls mysteriously ill—refusing food, speaking in riddles, and fixating on a centuries-old corpse unearthed on her husband’s estate. Determined to protect her from the asylum, Lucy digs into the truth, only to discover both sisters are keeping dangerous secrets. As Sarah’s behavior grows dark and ravenous, Lucy must face whether madness or something monstrous is consuming her twin.

September 16th

6:00-7:30PM

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Gathering of the Bookalos

Join our off-site BYOBook Silent Book Club. There is no assigned reading, just bring whatever book you'd like and read it quietly alongside others who are doing the same thing. That's it! It's a time dedicated to quiet reading, learning about what others are reading, and hanging with folks out in the community.

September 6th

 1:00-2:30PM

Evergreen Floral Shop and Book Cafe

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Black Authors' Book Club

This book club is for anyone wishing to discuss books by Black authors. We are creating this space for all readers to share & learn about the Black experience, and books that reflect that perspective.

Twin sisters from a southern Black community run away at sixteen, but their lives diverge drastically—one builds a life with her Black daughter in their hometown, while the other passes as white, hiding her past from her family. Decades later, their daughters’ lives intersect, forcing long-buried truths to the surface. Spanning generations and geographies, The Vanishing Half is both a powerful family saga and a profound exploration of identity, race, and the pull of the past.

September 23rd

5:30-7:00PM

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Sharpen Your Computer Skills

September Computer Classes:



Microsoft Word Basics

Learn how Word works! From writing letters, to crafting research papers, and even making labels, there's plenty this program offers, and we'll show you how.

September 4th, 2:30-3:30 PM

Computer Basics 1

Learn the basic components of a computer, how to use a mouse, and more beginner computer skills.

September 10th, 6:00-7:00PM

September 30th, 10:30-11:30AM

Ask a Library Techie

Our tech-savvy staff members will be on hand to answer tech questions or help you one-on-one with any kind of computer or device. Bring your own device (like a smartphone, e-reader, tablet, or laptop) or borrow one of the computers in our computer classroom.

September 11th, 2:30-3:30PM

September 25th, 10:30-11:30AM

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Celebrate 50 Years of NPR Illinois

September 18, 2025 | 6–8 p.m. | Lincoln Library

Join NPR Illinois and Sangamon Experience for the opening of "Radio That Listens to You: 50 Years of NPR Illinois", an exhibit chronicling the station’s rich history. Special guest Michel Martin from Morning Edition will be on hand for this unforgettable evening of storytelling, community, and celebration.

A cocktail hour will follow at 7:30 p.m. across the street at First Presbyterian Church.

Learn More and Register Now!