Krannert Art Museum and the Giertz Education Center's Fall 2009 exhibitions opened on Thursday, August 27. The complete schedule of exhibitions and events may be found on the museum's web site. Krannert Art Museum is located on the campus of the University of Illinois at the corner of 6th Street and Peabody Drive in Champaign, IL. Galleries are open Tuesday - Saturday, 9 am - 5 pm; on Thursday until 9 pm; and Sunday, 2 - 5 pm Admission is free; a $3 donation is suggested. Sign up for KAM E-news at kam@illinois.edu
Library Name: Lakeview College of Nursing Library Location: 903 North Logan Ave, Danville, IL Type: Academic Mission: The Lakeview College of Nursing Library is committed to being a dynamic center of educational excellence in support of the mission and curriculum of the College. The focus of the library is to acquire and disseminate accurate, timely clinical and scientific literature to meet the information needs of the students, faculty and staff. Website:http://www.lakeviewcol.edu/library.php LTLS Directory Page:http://www.lincolntrail.info/qln.html LTLS Member Since: 1994
The Danville Public Library Book Club will discuss Henry James’ classic novel “Washington Square” at its monthly meeting on Thursday, August 27, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the second floor Conference Room of the library. New readers are always welcome.
Copies of the book may be borrowed through the library’s interlibrary loan service for free or may be purchased at the Checkout Desk of the library through an arrangement with the Village Mall Waldenbooks.
On August 7, 2009, the Tolono Public Library welcomed Michale Callahan for a book signing. The author of the book, Too Politically Sensitive, answered questions presented from our patrons and residents from local communities.
Regional Office of Education Learning Resource Library
2009 no. 5
Library Profile
Library Name: Regional Office of Education Learning Resource Library Location: 200 Frederick Street, Rantoul, IL 61866 Type: Special Mission: Our goal is to put learning resource materials in the hands of educators. Website:http://www.roeschoolworks.k12.il.us/library.htm LTLS Directory Page:http://www.lincolntrail.info/qon.html LTLS Member Since: 1995
The Westville Public Library will host an open house to celebrate September's Library Card Sign-Up Month and the opening of its new Teen Spot area from 1 to 3 p.m. Sept. 6.
Staff will be available to answer questions and help people get a library card.
Teens are invited to check out the new area just for them for studying, reading and relaxing. New young adult materials are also being added to the library's collection to better serve teens living in the library district.
On Thursday September 3, 2009 author Michael Callahan will be in Oakwood discussing his latest book and signing copies from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the library. The book is about a 1986 murder investigation in Illinois that remains controversial to this day. Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event.
Library Name: Hoopeston Public Library District Location: 110 North Fourth St., Hoopeston, IL 60927-7070 Type: Public Mission: The mission of Hoopeston Public Library District is to meet the informational, recreational, and educational needs of our district. Website:http://hooplib.org LTLS Directory Page:http://www.lincolntrail.info/hon.html LTLS Member Since: 1966
Marshall Public Library's Teen Advisory Board is planning a Back to School Celebration '09 for all children going into grades 3-6, on Thursday, August 20th, from 6:00-7:00 PM. Games, contests, crafts, contests, and prizes will get you ready for a great school year. Don't miss the fun! Just call the library at 217-826-2535 and let us know you are coming. Marshall Public Library is located at 612 Archer Avenue, in Marshall, Illinois, and is handicapped accessible.
LibrarianCorinne Hatcher invited a group of colleagues to a Library Warmig Work Party on Saturday August 8th. The invitation read:
"As the new librarian at Central High School in Champaign, I would like to invite you to a Library Warming Work Party. I need help moving some of the collection around and I need your help to do it. I hope you will come for the company of good librarians and to share your ideas for the space. I will provide Lunch. Bring anyone who you think would have a good time."
This was a great way to connect with colleagues and to have a good time. LTLS staff Joe Sciacca, Michelle Ralston and Jan Ison helped out. The following photo shows many of the people after a good morning's work. Notice Amy Weber former LTLS Consultant and her 2 children were also part of the team.
