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SUMMARY:Braver Angels Debate: Birthright Citizenship
DESCRIPTION:Debate with Braver Angels! The subject of the debate this time is birthright citizenship. \nPresident Trump – in his second term – has proposed an end to birthright citizenship\, which grants automatic American citizenship to “all persons born or naturalized in the United States.” This right of citizenship was added to the Constitution by the Fourteenth Amendment\, which was ratified after the Civil War in 1868. The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that the language of the amendment includes all “persons”\, regardless of race\, religion\, or national origin. \nSome people think that birthright citizenship is fundamental to American identity and character\, while others feel it should be limited or eliminated altogether. What impact would ending birthright citizenship have on America’s immigration policy? This resolution launches a debate about the impact of altering immigration policy. \nResidents are invited to attend and participate in the debate. Braver Angels debates encourage listening and active conversation. They are moderated to ensure that conversation remains civil and that both sides of the question are heard. The resolution is offered as a starting place for conversation\, and does not reflect the views of the Mahomet Public Library. The Library hosts these debates to promote friendly and productive discussion of the difficult issues facing our society. \nFor adults. No registration required.
URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/braver-angels-debate/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Dr. Gingold: A Holocaust Survivor's Story
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a powerful and personal presentation by Dr. William Gingold\, a Holocaust survivor and retired professor. \nDr. Gingold will share his family’s story of survival and resilience after escaping Nazi persecution during World War II. Born in Poland in 1939\, Dr. Gingold spent part of his early childhood in the Warsaw Ghetto and displacement camps before coming to the United States. \nRegistration recommended. Due to high interest\, we anticipate a large crowd with standing room only. We encourage registration – there are 70 chairs available. Walk-ins are welcome\, but you may not have a chair.
URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/an-evening-with-dr-gingold/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Night Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday Night Book Club is a great way to connect with fellow book lovers. All are welcome! Grab your copy of the month’s book and we’ll talk about it with good company and great conversation. \nJanuary: The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams\nFebruary: James by Percival Everett\nMarch: The Hidden Life of Cecily Larson by Ellen Baker\nApril: Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller\nMay: Sandwich by Catherine Newman \nAdults. No registration required. \n  \nWondering what books we’ve previously read for Tuesday Night Book Club? Check out our Tuesday Night Book Club Picks list!
URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/tuesday-night-book-club-ws-2026/2026-03-10/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Keys to Homeownership: Learn How to Buy a House
DESCRIPTION:Buying a home can feel hard\, but it doesn’t have to be! Join local real estate agent Kurtis Decker with eXp Realty and special guests to learn how the process works. Each class will cover a different step\, from getting a loan to closing day. Ask questions\, meet local experts\, and feel ready to buy your first (or next) home. \nSession 1 (February 12): Get Financially Ready to Buy or Sell with Confidence \n\nWhat’s Covered: Explore financing\, FHA\, USDA\, or conventional loans and down payments with guest lender Shay Moore from 217 Mortgage and Shaughnessy and Michelle Rice with Preferred Rate. Master pre-approval and buyer financing options. We will also discuss grant options for first time home buyers\, as well as down payment assistance plans.\nGuests: Shay Moore with 217 Mortgage and Shaughnessy and Michelle Rice with Preferred Rate sharing their loan expertise\nPractical Takeaways: Feel confident getting pre-approved\, choosing the best loan\, and understanding your financial goals will set you up for home buying or selling success.\n\nSession 2 (February 26): Ace Your Home Inspection Contingencies with Ease \n\nWhat’s Covered: Understand inspection contingencies in the Residential Sales Contract. We will meet the team from Pristine Home Inspections; John Cheney and Mark Adair and learn how inspections play into negotiating the price before closing and meet with Michael Kizior with Achosa Home Warranty\, Dave Parson’s from Parson’s electric and Theo Tabatt from Tabatt Construction\nGuests: Mark Adair & John Cheney home inspectors\, Michael Kizior\, home warranty\, Dave Parson\, electrician\, and Theo Tabatt with Tabatt Construction\nPractical Takeaways: Negotiate repairs with ease\, meet contingency deadlines and ensure loan-compliant homes. Explore the differences and similarities between homeowners insurance and a home warranty and what an electrician looks for on inspections.\n\nSession 3 (March 12): Financial Readiness – Are You Ready to Buy a Home? \n\nWhat’s Covered: Explore financial readiness with guest lender Jim McMurry from First Federal Saving Bank of Champaign-Urbana and Jenna Leman with BluPrint Home Loans. Both of them will share how to know if you are financially ready to get pre-approved. We will also discuss programs for first-time homebuyers that First Federal offers and specific programs that BluPrint Home Loans offers to their clients.\nGuests: Jim McMurray and Jenna Leman sharing loan expertise\nPractical Takeaways: Feel confident getting pre-approved\, choosing the best loan\, and understanding your financial goals will set you up for home buying or selling success.\n\nSession 4 (March 26): Confidently Close & Sign Contracts with Assurance \n\nWhat’s Covered: Learn how to finalize offer details in the Residential Sales Contract\, Wiring Fraud Advisory\, and title details with guests Hannah Shepard and Dawn Reynolds from Allied Capital Title\, as well as real estate attorney\, Kevin Luebchow with Kevin Luebchow Law.\nGuests: Hannah and Dawn\, Allied Capital Title and Kevin Luebchow\, attorney\nPractical Takeaways: Close with confidence\, protect your funds\, and navigate final steps smoothly and sign contracts with assurance\, disclose issues correctly\, and ask your attorney smart questions.\n\n  \nAdults. Register (recommended) for each session individually by clicking on the date above.
URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/keys-to-homeownership/2026-03-12/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Adult Crafternoon: Pressed Flower Luminary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for creativity\, conversation\, and fun! Learn a new skill and make a craft with supplies provided by the Library. \nDates and Crafts:\nJanuary 20: Woven Mug Rug \nFebruary 17: Paper Cone Wreath \nMarch 24: Pressed Flower Luminary \nApril 21: Beaded Succulents \nMay19: Perler Bead Magnets \n  \nAdults. Registration required.
URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/adult-crafternoon-03-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Keys to Homeownership: Learn How to Buy a House
DESCRIPTION:Buying a home can feel hard\, but it doesn’t have to be! Join local real estate agent Kurtis Decker with eXp Realty and special guests to learn how the process works. Each class will cover a different step\, from getting a loan to closing day. Ask questions\, meet local experts\, and feel ready to buy your first (or next) home. \nSession 1 (February 12): Get Financially Ready to Buy or Sell with Confidence \n\nWhat’s Covered: Explore financing\, FHA\, USDA\, or conventional loans and down payments with guest lender Shay Moore from 217 Mortgage and Shaughnessy and Michelle Rice with Preferred Rate. Master pre-approval and buyer financing options. We will also discuss grant options for first time home buyers\, as well as down payment assistance plans.\nGuests: Shay Moore with 217 Mortgage and Shaughnessy and Michelle Rice with Preferred Rate sharing their loan expertise\nPractical Takeaways: Feel confident getting pre-approved\, choosing the best loan\, and understanding your financial goals will set you up for home buying or selling success.\n\nSession 2 (February 26): Ace Your Home Inspection Contingencies with Ease \n\nWhat’s Covered: Understand inspection contingencies in the Residential Sales Contract. We will meet the team from Pristine Home Inspections; John Cheney and Mark Adair and learn how inspections play into negotiating the price before closing and meet with Michael Kizior with Achosa Home Warranty\, Dave Parson’s from Parson’s electric and Theo Tabatt from Tabatt Construction\nGuests: Mark Adair & John Cheney home inspectors\, Michael Kizior\, home warranty\, Dave Parson\, electrician\, and Theo Tabatt with Tabatt Construction\nPractical Takeaways: Negotiate repairs with ease\, meet contingency deadlines and ensure loan-compliant homes. Explore the differences and similarities between homeowners insurance and a home warranty and what an electrician looks for on inspections.\n\nSession 3 (March 12): Financial Readiness – Are You Ready to Buy a Home? \n\nWhat’s Covered: Explore financial readiness with guest lender Jim McMurry from First Federal Saving Bank of Champaign-Urbana and Jenna Leman with BluPrint Home Loans. Both of them will share how to know if you are financially ready to get pre-approved. We will also discuss programs for first-time homebuyers that First Federal offers and specific programs that BluPrint Home Loans offers to their clients.\nGuests: Jim McMurray and Jenna Leman sharing loan expertise\nPractical Takeaways: Feel confident getting pre-approved\, choosing the best loan\, and understanding your financial goals will set you up for home buying or selling success.\n\nSession 4 (March 26): Confidently Close & Sign Contracts with Assurance \n\nWhat’s Covered: Learn how to finalize offer details in the Residential Sales Contract\, Wiring Fraud Advisory\, and title details with guests Hannah Shepard and Dawn Reynolds from Allied Capital Title\, as well as real estate attorney\, Kevin Luebchow with Kevin Luebchow Law.\nGuests: Hannah and Dawn\, Allied Capital Title and Kevin Luebchow\, attorney\nPractical Takeaways: Close with confidence\, protect your funds\, and navigate final steps smoothly and sign contracts with assurance\, disclose issues correctly\, and ask your attorney smart questions.\n\n  \nAdults. Register (recommended) for each session individually by clicking on the date above.
URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/keys-to-homeownership/2026-03-26/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Learn to Cricut: Make Your Own Vinyl Decal
DESCRIPTION:Curious about how a Cricut works? In this hands-on class\, you’ll learn the basics of Cricut Design Space and create your own custom vinyl decal to take home. Perfect for beginners interested in trying out Cricut crafting. All materials provided. \nAdults. Registration required.
URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/make-vinyl-decal/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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