Library staff will help you get started with your Kindle Fire tablet, Paperwhite, or Touch.We’ll show you how to change settings and customize your experience. This is a free workshop. Please follow along with the live demos with your own Kindle. No prior experience needed. Sign up to reserve your spot. Tech Workshop Series Jan 10, Getting […]

Enjoy stories and songs for children ages birth through 6 years with their caregiver.Our monthly Mother Goose on the Loose Storytimes are designed to get our youngest community members excited about reading!  Presented in partnership with United Way of Champaign County. Mother Goose on the Loose Storytimes 11:15 am • Last Monday of the month at the […]

Create a decorative nightlight using craft sticks and tissue paper at our weekly do-it-yourself activity for kids.School age | Activity  Douglass Branch Library, Meeting Room at Douglass Branch

Join us for a live webinar with marketing expert Scott Clanin!This webinar will provide you with the tools and techniques to strengthen your digital marketing strategies. Ideal for those starting off in digital marketing or simply wanting to improve their skills, this workshop will address topics in search engine optimization and marketing, advertising through Google, […]

Create a beaded snowflake, make a paper tube Snow Friend, and play wintry games at our Snow Much Fun night.————————————————- Family Fun Night is a weekly evening for games, crafts, STEAM activities, and more especially for families with school-aged kids on Thursdays at 6:30 pm. . . . . . . . . . . […]

Friday, January 27, 202310:00 AM – 12:00 PM Meadowbrook Park 2808 S. Race Street Urbana, IL 61801 2173671544 Meet at Meadowbrook Park Prairie Play Pavilion Put on a few layers and explore Wandell Sculpture Garden this Winter season. This event is perfect for families and active adults. We’ll showcase the Arts and Culture virtual map and learn […]

Are you a performing artist? We want to give you the chance to shine. Just bring your talent, materials, and instruments—we’re going to JAM!We meet the fourth Friday of the month, after hours at the Douglass Branch Library. You’ll have a chance to connect with other performers and try something new. Open to instrumentalists, singers, […]

Homeschool FairThinking about homeschooling? Find out about area organizations and programs available to support homeschool families in the CU area, including activities and resources at the library. This event is free and open to all, whether you are homeschooling now or considering your options. For parents, educators, and students. champaign.org/homeschools Participating groups include: Anita Purves Nature […]

Learn the process of buying, selling, or renting your home en español.Para los vendedores: ¿Por qué usar un agente de bienes raíces para listar su casa? “Pros y contras” para vender o mantener su casa. ¿Cuándo es el momento adecuado para poner su casa a la venta? Sus responsabilidades como vendedor y cual es el […]

Learn how to take pictures with your tablet or smartphone camera.Explore different settings and editing tools and discover tips and tricks for using your smartphone or tablet camera. Sign up to reserve your spot. Tech Workshop Series Jan 10, Getting to Know iPhones & iPads, 2 pm Jan 17, Getting to Know Android Phones & Tablets, 2 pm […]

Learn tools for team building, networking, breaking out of your comfort zone, and commanding your audience!This interactive workshop uses theatre techniques and improv games to engage participants in overcoming nerves and building confidence in any presentation or performance setting. About the Presenter: Jenette Jurczyk is a motivational speaker, trainer and storytelling coach through her company, Key Light […]

Grab your family and come learn about different sciences. This program is suitable for children in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Cena y Ciencias is a collaborative scientific outreach program in the bilingual community. Enjoy a free meal afterward. Everyone is welcome, but please note that this program is completely spoken in Spanish and is NOT a […]