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ComEd Planned Power Outage This Friday, Jan. 22
Com Ed will be performing critical maintenance in our area this Friday, Jan. 22, and our electric service will be temporarily interrupted for an undetermined amount of time.
We plan to remain open during the service interruption, and we will be able to check out materials during this time. However, our services will be limited and: - lighting will be minimal
- building temperature will be uncontrolled
- Internet and computers will be unavailable
- elevator will not be in service
- all programs, except for the FIFA 16 Tournament for teens, are cancelled
We apologize for any inconvenience.
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How-To Expo
Saturday, April 16
Noon - 3 p.m.
Our first-ever How-To Expo will be a family-friendly celebration of the creative and do-it-yourself mindset, and we are looking for people willing to demonstrate their skills, share their knowledge, and provide instruction to others. Interested participants should apply online by Feb. 1.
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Community Connections Expo
Saturday, Jan. 23, 10 a.m. - noon
Looking to volunteer? Speak with representatives from local organizations and social service agencies to discover membership opportunities and volunteer activities. Register here.
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Teen Open Mic Night
Friday, Jan. 29, 7-8:30 p.m.
Do you sing, dance, rap, write, play an instrument, or tell a good joke? Share your talents or watch your friends perform. Register here.
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Library Closed Feb. 5
The library will be closed Friday, Feb. 5 for a Staff Institute Day. Our book drops will be open, and our website, www.ippl.info, is available 24/7. You can renew and reserve materials online, or visit our eLibrary.
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Local History Programs
This winter, we're celebrating history! Join us as we explore local history in these upcoming programs:
A Look at Local History
The History Singers: Chicago History in Song
An Evening with Val Camilletti Thursday, Feb. 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Val Camiletti, owner of the legendary Val's Halla Records in Oak Park, will reminisce about her years in the music industry, including her time as a music promoter for Capitol Records during the Beatles and Beach Boys years. Register here. |
New Roku Titles
IPPL offers Roku players for checkout, and all devices now have access to Netflix. New titles are added weekly, and our newest Movie, TV, and Netflix titles include:
- Irrational Man
- Sicario
- The Martian
And don't forget: we have Family Rokus too! New Family titles include:
Rokus allow users to stream popular movies to their TV. The devices require wireless Internet and a TV with an HDMI connection. To learn more, visit our eLibrary.
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New Year - New Job!
Brainfuse JobNow provides practical tools for job seekers. Get started by downloading a resume template then use the Resume Lab to receive expert analysis of your resume. Or read tips on successful interviewing then get live interview coaching from 2-11 p.m. daily. Plus browse other career, resume, and interview resources and more 24/7. |
Programs through Jan. 26
At the time this list is published, there are still openings in these programs. Each program is linked to its description and registration form (when required). Drop-in programs have an asterisk (*).
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1/19
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2 PM
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1/19
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7 PM
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1/20
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9:30 AM
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1/20
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10:30 AM
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1/20
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2 PM
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1/20
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4 PM
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1/21
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10:30 AM
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1/21
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1:30 PM
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1/21
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4:30 PM
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1/21
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6:30 PM
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1/21
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7 PM
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1/21
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7 PM
| FIFA 16 Tournament
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1/23
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10 AM
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1/25
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2 PM
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1/25
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6:30 PM
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1/25
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7 PM
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1/26
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9:30 AM
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1/26
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9:30 AM
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1/26
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7 PM
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Teal: Kids & Families
Blue: Mid-Kids
Purple: Teens
Red: Adults
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Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Sunday 1-5 p.m.
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