Upcoming Library Closures

In celebration of the holidays, the library will be closed on the following dates:

-Tuesday & Wednesday, December 24 & 25
-Tuesday & Wednesday, December 31 & January 1

 

History Book Club (IN PERSON)

Program Type:

Book Club, In-Person Program

Age Group:

Adult
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History Book Club

The in-person session of the History Book Club will meet at the McLean County History Museum (Courtroom, 2nd floor) to discuss High-Risers: Cabrini-Green and the Fate of American Public Housing by Ben Austen.

It is strongly recommended that participants wear masks during this discussion.

Contact the Adult Services Desk at 309.590.6168 to check out or reserve a print copy of this month’s book. Digital copies of this book (eBook or eAudiobook) may be available through the Libby or Hoopla apps.

Registration is required and can be completed online below. You may also register by calling 309.590.6168 or by visiting the Adult Services Desk in person. 

If you prefer to attend this program online via Zoom, please sign up for the VIRTUAL version of this program at bit.ly/bplhistoryvirtual522. Please note that in-person attendance is limited to 20 people. 

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In partnership with the McLean County Museum of History, this book club meets quarterly and focuses on books about Illinois history. Titles may include fiction, nonfiction, biography, or books by local or other Illinois authors.