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The Library will be closed all day on Friday, January 23 due to extreme cold.
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If you are in need of a warming center, check out this list of area locations. nmdl.info/warm
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The students of East Maine School District 63 created beautiful holiday cards for their annual winter card contest. Stop in to see them on display in the commons area of the library or use the link in the comments to see them digitally. ☃️❄️
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If you need a recipe for holiday cookies, stop by the display on the library's 3rd floor. We've got more than a baker's dozen cookie cookbooks!
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Do you have a favorite holiday cookie recipe? Let us know!
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Today, from 5-7 p.m., Teen Services is hosting a Winter Clothes Drive at the library. If you, or someone you know, are in need of warm clothes, please stop by this afternoon and take some winter gear with no strings attached. Stay warm out there! 🧣🥼
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Nobody was ready for this much snow this early, but unlike these four-legged neighbors, you can always stop into the library to warm up and find a good book, movie, or program any time.
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Did you know that in Cook County 35% of households cannot afford basic costs of living?* The Little Free Food Pantry in the library's front entrance is a lifeline to support our neighbors in need.
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Board Meeting Date Change: The December meeting of the Board of Trustees will take place on Wednesday, December 10 at 7 p.m.
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We need your clean, gently used winter clothes! Donate to the Winter Clothes Drive today, tomorrow and Wednesday (Dec. 8-10) during the library's open hours. The winter clothes distribution will take place on Friday, Dec. 12 at 5-7 p.m.
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Check out one of the top checked out titles of November and get reading for the Winter Reading Challenge! 📚️ Click the link in the comments to place a hold.
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