Confidential Document Shredding Event
2024-05-11 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Looking for a way to dispose of confidential documents? Attend our shredding event in the Mahomet Library parking lot!
Details:

Limit 3 banker boxes of documents
No cost (optional $10/box donation suggested to help with Rotary projects)
Accepted materials: Paper, index cards, spiral notebooks, hanging and file folders, 3-ring binders

Sponsored by: Fisher National Bank, Mahomet Public Library, Mahomet Rotary Club

Tuesday Night Book Club
2024-05-14 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-06-11 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-07-09 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-08-13 18:30 - 20:00
Join us at the Library on the second Tuesday of each month as we discuss that month’s great read!
January 16: The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal
February 13: Maame by Jessica George
March 12: The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams
April 9: Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano
May 14: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
June 11: Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutano
July 9: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
August 13: The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer
No registration required.

Wondering what books we’ve previously read for Tuesday Night Book Club? Check out our Tuesday Night Book Club Picks list!

Adult Take and Make Kit
2024-05-27 - 2024-05-29
Take home a craft to make! Our take-and-make crafts come with all the supplies needed for a project.

Dates and Crafts:
Beginning January 29: Wooden bead keychain
Beginning February 26: Yarn stamped greeting cards
Beginning March 25: Pinecone clothespin
Beginning April 29: DIY lip balm
Beginning May 27: Clay pot mushroom

Stop by the Library to pick up a free kit. Kits are available while supplies last. Limit one kit per person, please!
Adult take-and-make crafts are part of our Adult Craft Connection series.

Adult Crafternoon
2024-06-04 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-07-02 13:00 - 14:00
Get crafty with your friends or make some new friends!
Join us each month as we craft together. You can bring your own project to work on or create a unique craft with instructions and supplies provided by the Library.
Dates and Crafts:

January 9: Make your own candle
February 6: Heart string art
March 5: Bookmark
April 2: Sock bunny
June 4: Diamond painting
July 2: Bullet journaling

Adult Crafternoons are part of our Adult Craft Connection Program series.
No registration required. No meeting in May.

Cookbook Club
2024-06-04 18:00 - 19:30
This program is perfect for adults who enjoy cooking and sharing food together. All experience levels are welcome!
This summer, choose one of your own favorite recipes to make and share with the group. All of these recipes will be made into a group cookbook that will be shared with all the Cookbook Club participants.
Registered participants will receive a link to a Google form to include the name of the dish they will be bringing. Participants may contact Alyssa with any questions.
Registration is required.

Illinois Libraries Present: The Hidden Gifts of Visual Thinkers wtih Dr. Temple Grandin
2024-06-04 19:00 - 20:00
Join us for a special event with Dr. Grandin, one of the world’s most accomplished and well-known adults with autism. Dr. Grandin has been at the forefront of research and activism for autism and neurodiversity for decades.
Her memoir, Emergence: Labeled Autistic, was published in 1986 and she has continued to write about autism and neurodivergence over the decades. Her most recent book is Visual Thinking: The Hidden Gifts of People Who Think in Pictures, Patterns, and Abstractions.
Dr. Grandin’s research and understanding of animal behavior spearheaded a reform in the quality of life for agricultural animals worldwide.
Via Zoom. Please register below.

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com.

Yoga on the Lawn
2024-06-13 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-06-29 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-07-11 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-07-27 09:30 - 10:30
Downward Facing Dog. Warrior Pose. Lotus Position. Join us for a session of yoga on the Library lawn led by Certified Yoga Instructor Colleen Crawford.
Dates and Times:
Thursday, June 13 at 6:30 pm
Saturday, June 29 at 9:30 am
Thursday, July 11 at 6:30 pm
Saturday, July 27 at 9:30 am
Registration is required. Register for each session individually. Participants should bring their own yoga mats.

About the Presenter:
Colleen Crawford holds several yoga certifications, including Yoga 200hr-RYT, an NSCA Certified Personal Trainer, a Certified Pre-e and Postnatal Coach, PiYo, Turbo Kick, Insanity, and Barre Above.

Stitching Circle: Learn to Crochet
2024-06-18 13:00 - 14:30
Enjoy a crafty hobby and conversation each month! Participants are welcome to bring their own fiber arts projects (crochet, knitting, embroidery, etc…) or any crafty hobby. Beginners are welcome! A selection of basic supplies will also be available for use.
Dates and Focus:
June 18: Learn to Crochet
July 16: Learn to Knit

Stitching Circle is a part of our Adult Craft Connection Program series. No registration required.

Adult Take and Make Kit
2024-06-24 - 2024-06-26, 2024-07-29 - 2024-07-31
Take home a craft to make! Our take-and-make crafts come with all the supplies needed for a project.

Dates and Crafts:
Beginning June 24: Beaded suncatcher
Beginning July 29: Beeswax wraps

Stop by the Library to pick up a free kit. Kits are available while supplies last. Limit one kit per person, please!
Adult take-and-make crafts are part of our Adult Craft Connection series.

Role With It! Play Reading Group
2024-07-14 14:00 - 16:30
Join the Library’s play-reading group for theatre enthusiasts! We’ll get together every other month to do a live reading of a full-length play. Participants will be assigned roles and receive their own copy of the script at the meeting. After the reading, we’ll discuss our thoughts about the play.
Over the summer, we’ll meet once in July to read and discuss 12 Angry Jurors.

For teens and adults. Registration is required.

Stitching Circle: Learn to Knit
2024-07-16 13:00 - 14:30

Plant Swap
2024-07-20 11:00 - 12:00
Attention green thumbs and leaf enthusiasts! It’s time for a plantastic exchange! Bring your beloved plants, cuttings, and seeds to the Library. Share the plant love and take home some new leafy pals. Just remember to bring your plants in pots you’re ready to bid farewell to, then let the “plant swap” commence!
Plant Swap Info:

Bring house plants, seeds, and/or rooted propagations in soil.
All items should come in containers/packaging you are willing to part with AND be labelled with the name and basic care instructions. Example: Spider Plant – water every 5-10 days, partial sun

Schedule:

11:00-11:30 am: Arrive with your plant(s), browse other plants that have been brought in, mingle with fellow plant-lovers
11:30 am-12:00 pm: Plant swap (Note: There will be a table for giveaway plants.)

No registration required. All ages welcome.

Cookbook Club: The Weekday Vegetarians
2024-09-03 18:00 - 19:30
Join us at the Library to explore new recipes, share cooking tips, and enjoy delicious food together! This program is intended for adults who enjoy cooking and sharing food together. All experience levels are welcome. Each Cookbook Club will feature a selected cookbook and attendees will bring a dish from the book to share.
Copies of the cookbook will be available one month in advance at the Library’s Circulation Desk. Registered participants will receive a link to a Google form to include the name of the dish they will be bringing. Participants may contact Alyssa with any questions.
Registration is required.

Dates and Cookbooks:
Tuesday, September 3: The Weekday Vegetarians by Jenny Rosenstrach
Thursday, November 7: Brilliant Bites by Maegan Brown

Stitching Circle
2024-09-07 10:00 - 11:30
Connect with fellow crafters, share your skills, and learn from others! Whether you are an expert or novice, there is something for everyone in our circle. We’ll provide some materials, or you can bring your own project (maybe one you’ve been procrastinating on!).
All skill levels are welcome and there is not need to register. Spread the word and invite your friends. We can’t wait to see you there!

Dates and Times:
Saturday, September 7: 10:00-11:30 am
Saturday, October 5: 10:00-11:30 am
Saturday, November 2: 1:00-2:30 pm

Stitching Circle is a part of our Adult Craft Connection Program series. No registration required.

Tuesday Night Book Club
2024-09-10 18:30 - 20:00
Join us at the Library on the second Tuesday of each month as we discuss that month’s great read!
August 13: The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer
September 10: Once Upon a Wardrobe by Patti Callahan Henry
October 8: Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
November 12: Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See
December 10: Holiday Party
No registration required.

More information about our December meeting:
Our December meeting will be a festive gathering to celebrate a year of reading! We will not feature a specific book, but we will have bookish fun and camaraderie. We will play some games (including gifts and free books), enjoy snacks, and reflect on our favorite reads from the past year. No need to bring anything but yourself and a list of some of your favorite recent reads.

Wondering what books we’ve previously read for Tuesday Night Book Club? Check out our Tuesday Night Book Club Picks list!

Voter Registration & Voting Information Table
2024-09-11 14:30 - 16:30
Your vote matters! Volunteers from the nonpartisan Champaign County League of Women Voters will have a voter information-registration table at the Mahomet Library on Wednesday, September 11 from 2:30-4:30 pm.
Stop by the table to:

Confirm you’re registered to vote at your current address.
Register to vote if you’re not already registered.
Learn about upcoming candidate forums, candidate meet-and-great opportunities, and nonpartisan candidate resources.
Get answers to your questions about voting and elections.

Senior Treats and Topics
2024-09-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-10-03 10:00 - 11:00
Join us for a thrilling blend of knowledge…and indulgence! Each month promises an exciting speaker with insights on various topics, accompanied by delightful treats! It is not necessary to be a senior to attend.
Dates and Topics:

September 12: Adult Healthcare Options with Sandy Hockman from Evergreen Place

This session will explore the senior living options in the area and covers the spectrum from independent living and assisted living to skilled nursing and hospice care.

October 3: Estate Planning with Theodore Facer from Facer Law Office

Estate planning is a necessary, but often complex area of legal and financial management. This session will cover key topics to help you understand and navigate the process.

November 7: Dementia and Communication with Sandy Hockman from Evergreen Place

Communicating with someone living with dementia can be challenging. This session will provide knowledge on how to positively interact to create a successful and less frustrating experience for everyone involved.

December 12: Holiday Music Memory Game with Library Staff

Enjoy a festive activity to challenge your memory!

For adults. No registration required.

Adult Crafternoon: Painted Quilt Block
2024-09-17 13:00 - 14:00
Join us for creativity, conversation, and fun each month at the Library! Learn a new skill and make a craft with supplies provided by the Library.
Dates and Crafts:
September 17: Painted Quilt Block
October 15: Upcycled Ghost Painting
November 19: Intro to Needle Felting
For adults. Registration required (register for each session individually).

What's It Worth? Antique Appraisal Event
2024-09-21 10:00 - 11:30
Curious about the value of your heirlooms, antiques, or collectibles? This special event, inspired by Antiques Roadshow, offers community members the opportunity to have their treasured items evaluated by professional appraiser, James Hatchel, of Legacy Auctions.
Who Should Attend?: Antique enthusiasts & collectors; Individuals with family heirlooms; Anyone curious about the history/value of their possessions
What to Bring?: Up to 2 items for appraisal (Please ensure they are easily transported. No weapons.); Any documentation/provenance related to items (if available)
For adults. Registration required if bringing in items for appraisal. No registration is required to watch; walk-ins accommodated if time allows.

Adult Take and Make Kits
2024-09-30 09:00 - 2024-10-01 20:00
Take home a craft to make! Our take-and-make crafts come with all the supplies needed for a project.

Dates and Crafts:
Beginning September 30: Sun Prints (Cyanotype)
Beginning October 28: Spooky Tiny Glass Bottle Necklace
Beginning November 25: Origami Lucky Star Jar

Stop by the Library to pick up a free kit. Kits are available while supplies last. Limit one kit per person, please!
Adult take-and-make crafts are part of our Adult Craft Connection series.

I'm a Keepy-Uppy Expert: Perfectly Imperfect Parenting Through the Eyes of Bluey
2024-09-30 17:30 - 19:00
As parents, we try to keep all the balls in the air. Different challenges come along, but we can get creative (and be imperfect) with how we manage them. Join us for this Firm Foundations Parent Session as we take some pointers from our favorite Heeler parents, Bandit and Chilli, about how to work through parenting issues such as screen time, bribing our kids, mistakes, date nights, and difficult topics such as infertility and death – all in an imperfect, perfectly realistic way. This session is presented by Staci McNicholl, MSW, LCSW of The Rock Counseling Group.
Firm Foundations Parenting Sessions take place at Middletown-Prairie, with pizza and childcare provided.

Schedule for the evening:
5:30 pm: Pizza
6:00-7:00 pm: Speaker

If you need childcare, please register. Otherwise, no registration is required. For parents of children enrolled in our Firm Foundations program.
