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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T183000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T200000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T193000
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SUMMARY:Cookbook Club
DESCRIPTION:Explore new recipes\, share cooking tips\, and enjoy delicious food together! This book club is perfect for adults who enjoy cooking and sharing food together. All experience levels are welcome. Choose a recipe from the selected cookbook to make and share with the group. \nFebruary: There’s Always Room at the Table by Kaleb Wyse \nApril: What Goes with What by Julia Turshen \nAdults. Registration required.
URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/cookbook-club-04-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Mobile DMV Pop-Up Event
DESCRIPTION:Secretary of State Mobile DMV to Appear at the Mahomet Public Library\nTo register or ask questions\, please contact the Mahomet Public Library at (217)586-2611 or staff@mahometpubliclibrary.org.\nRegistration opens Saturday\, March 21.\n  \nThe Illinois Secretary of State’s Mobile Driver Services unit will be at the Mahomet Public Library on Saturday\, April 11. The event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1702 E Oak Street Mahomet\, IL. \nRepresentatives of the Secretary of State’s office will be on hand to assist with renewing or correcting driver’s licenses\, converting existing standard driver’s licenses into REAL ID driver’s licenses\, obtaining renewed or first time Standard or REAL state IDs\, issuing free state IDs for seniors aged 65 or older\, and purchasing license plate stickers. \nAttendees can also register to be an organ donor/tissue donor and register to vote while applying for a driver’s license or identification card. \nA list of acceptable documents for the issuance of first time ID’s and REAL ID’s can be found at the links below: \nREAL ID’s \nFirst Time ID’s
URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/mobile-dmv-04-2026/
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-2026/2026-04-14/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Growing Readers: Parent-Child Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Help the Library grow a community of readers with this parent-child book club for kids in grades 3-6 and their adult caregiver(s). Pizza and refreshments will be provided. Registration is required. Please register adults and children separately. \nFebruary: The Wild Robot by Peter Brown \nApril: The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate. \nGrades 3-6 & adult caregiver. Individual registration required for each parent or child attendee.
URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/growing-readers-04-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adults,School age
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SUMMARY:Adult Crafternoon: Beaded Succulents
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-04-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T193000
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SUMMARY:Road Trip Ready
DESCRIPTION:Get your car ready for your next road trip! Join us for an informative program on basic car maintenance and how to prepare your vehicle for a trip. It will include practical tips on things like checking tires and fluids\, understanding regular maintenance schedules and knowing when it’s best to DIY versus bring your car in for service.  \nPresented by Scott Miller from Bulldog Automotive. \nAdults. Registration required.
URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/road-trip-ready/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T183000
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SUMMARY:Ask an Arborist: Caring for Your Trees
DESCRIPTION:Keep your trees healthy and resilient this season. Local arborist Tyler Courson from Greenview will share practical advice on pruning\, spotting signs of disease or damage\, and knowing when to call a professional. Bring your questions (or photos) for expert guidance during this interactive session. \nAdults. Registration required.
URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/caring-for-your-trees/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T183000
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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-2026/2026-05-12/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T023544
CREATED:20260205T201951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T201951Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Crafternoon: Perler Bead Magnets
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-05-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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