Upcoming Events

Learn about the fabulous world of fungi and how to forage wild edible mushrooms in Illinois. In this presentation you will learn:

The internet is full of resources and opportunities, but navigating safely and protecting your privacy can be intimidating. Learn key concepts and practices to find the level of safe online exploration that’s right for you.

Register for this virtual event here: https://bit.ly/ILP_AlexisNikoleNelson.

We’re hosting an in-person, livestream of Illinois Libraries Present’s virtual event with outdoor educator and forager Alexis Nikole Nelson. Immediately following the virtual event, we will have a brief conver

Travel to 19th-century England and meet Mary Anning, the trailblazing fossil hunter who revolutionized our understanding of dinosaurs, evolution, and extinction. 

Your Great River Road trip starts here!

Learn insider tips from John Korkoris to help you explore the Upper Mississippi from Galena to St. Louis. In this presentation, you will acquire knowledge of:

Library cards aren't just for checking out books. Discover the unexpected perks of your Frankfort Public Library District card, like our digital content, online classes, museum passes, databases, and more.

Join us for a delightful culinary journey with local cookbook author and food blogger Heifa Odeh of Fufu's Kitchen. Experience the amazing flavors of the Middle East as Heifa shares her stories and easy dishes that you can recreate at home.

Join Donald and Tanya Smith, owners of land surveying and map-making company Greeley-Howard-Norlin & Smith, for a trip through Chicagoland history as told by survey maps.