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Lincoln Library News & Events
February 2023
Books. The Love That Never Fades.
(or forgets to do the dishes)

February is FULL of exciting things, and we can't wait for you to fall in love. Fill out our Book Match survey and allow a librarian to act as literary matchmaker for you. Stop by any of our Pop-Up Library locations around Springfield. Relax with a free yoga session. Discuss hard hitting books by Black authors.
However you want to spend your month, Lincoln Library is here for you.
Black History Month
We're celebrating a vibrant Black History Month this February!
Check out these offerings and don't forget to keep an eye on our calendar and social media for more programming and content!



The Black Authors Series is back!

Join us for our book club, discussing books by Black authors. We are creating this space for Black readers to talk about their experiences and books that reflect them.

Be sure to register!
Lincoln Library cardholders now have access to historical archives of Chicago Defender, a legendary Black newspaper founded in 1905. The Defender played a large role in influencing the Great Migration, attracting the writing talents of Langston Hughes, Gwendolyn Brooks, Ida B. Wells, and many others.

Access the archive from 1909-2010 here!
Illinois Library Presents
Kwame Alexander is a poet, educator, publisher, and New York Times Bestselling author of 36 books, including Swing, Rebound, The Undefeated, The Crossover, and The Door of No Return.

Join us for an evening of inspiration and conversation in the DeFrates Room on February 8 at 7:00 pm,
or enjoy at home.

This is a virtual program as part of Illinois Libraries Present. Registration is required.
There are so many more amazing authors to see in 2023!
Mary Roach: Wednesday March 1
Danny Trejo: Tuesday, April 4
Will Shortz: Tuesday, April 25
Illinois Author TBA: Wednesday, May 17
Jesmyn Ward: Tuesday, June 6
Robin Wall Kimmerer: Wednesday June 21
Saturday Crafternoon is dynamite! Come make an exploding photo box for your loved one and enjoy a cozy afternoon at the library.

Saturday, February 4
2:00-3:00 pm
Registration Requested

Get out of the house and PLAY with your young ones!
Come and Play with a new exciting activity every Thursday morning from
10:30 am -12:00 pm.
All ages are welcome!

(Plus, story times return in March!)
Join us as we continue our journey around the world from the comfort of home! We will spend some time on the faraway island of Pitcairn.

Tuesday, February 14
7:00-8:00 pm
We are excited to welcome you to join
Lincoln Library Alliance!
Our new fundraising and advocacy organization has hit the ground running and is ready to help us do big things.
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