Adults
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Illinois Libraries Present Speaker Series
Join us beginning in September for a series of engaging conversations with acclaimed authors, historians, comedians, and cultural leaders.
Adult Recent Activity
Law At The Library
Sep 16th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
An experienced attorney will discuss How To Find A Lawyer When You Can't Afford One, followed by a brief question and answer session.
Aging Strong: Nutrition, Strength & Longevity After 50
Sep 23rd | 5:30pm - 7:00pm
A positive, practical session for men and women who want to stay healthy, strong, and independent as they age. Led by Dr. Teresa Pangan.
This Too Shall Burn: History for a Warming Climate
Sep 27th | 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for a National Day of History with NU History Professor Daniel Immerwahr, who will explore history’s lessons for a warming climate.
Upcoming Events
Featured Event
Language Cafe
Join us for relaxed, friendly language conversation practice and intercultural exchange. Meets twice a month at the Main Library.
Adult Events List
Older Adults
Older Adults Highlight Row
Understand the Maze of Medicare
Join us to learn the ‘ABC & D’s’ of Medicare, Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage.
Books on Wheels
If you can't get to the library because of an illness or disability, we'll come to you! Learn more and sign up for Books on Wheels.
Programs for Healthy Aging
Stay mentally and physically fit at any age with our series of healthy aging programs.
Older Adult Art Workshops
Join us for a variety of art workshops for those 55 and better. All materials provided.
Learn at the Library
LearningExpress Library
Your source for test preparation, skill building, and career resources for students, educators, and adult learners.
1:1 Tech Trainers
Our expert tech trainers are available to assist you with a wide range of topics. Available in English and Spanish.
Law at the Library
Join us on Zoom for presentations by experienced attorneys about various legal topics, followed by brief question and answer sessions.
Language Cafe
Join us for relaxed, friendly language conversation practice and intercultural exchange. Meets twice a month at the Main Library.
What to Read or Watch
Adult Staff Lists
Cozy Fall Vibes
These books will help you welcome in the cool temperatures (which are where exactly??) and falling leaves of autumn.
Beans!
Beans are delicious, nutritious, and inexpensive, and great for the environment any day of the week.
Bodies are weird
Learn more( and maybe more than you wanted to know) about the parts that make us human!
Cozy Fall Vibes
These books will help you welcome in the cool temperatures (which are where exactly??) and falling leaves of autumn.
Beans!
Beans are delicious, nutritious, and inexpensive, and great for the environment any day of the week.
Bodies are weird
Learn more( and maybe more than you wanted to know) about the parts that make us human!