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Indian Prairie Library Offers an Assortment of Virtual Programs
Enjoy Multiple Popular Presenters in February.
Indian Prairie Public Library has virtual programs for various ages and interests this February. Register to enjoy popular presenters such as musicians Petra van Nuis and Andy Brown, author Eileen R. Meyer, art historian Jeff Mishur, director Frances Causey, and Professor Tauya Forst.
Use the links below to register directly or view the full calendar at ippl.info/opc.
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Sunday, Feb. 14, 2 p.m.
Adults
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Join vocalist Petra van Nuis and guitarist Andy Brown for a Valentine's Day virtual concert. Enjoy timeless romantic classics from the Great American Songbook.
This program is sponsored by the Indian Prairie Public Library Foundation & Friends.
Monday, Feb. 15, 6 p.m.
Adults
Learn about Bitcoin, other cryptocurrencies, and what they might mean for the future.
Tuesday, February 16, 7 p.m.
Adults
In celebration of Fat Tuesday, Kelli Marshall of Chicago Movie Tours explores the history of Mardi Gras and a few of its onscreen depictions, including some from Chicago film companies.
This program is sponsored by the Indian Prairie Public Library Foundation & Friends.
An Afternoon with Mid-Kid Author Eileen R. Meyer
Wednesday, Feb. 17, 3:45 p.m.
Families & Grades 1-6
Celebrate Abraham Lincoln's birthday with Illinois author of The Superlative A. Lincoln: Poems about Our 16th President, Eileen R. Meyer.
Meyer shares fun readings, history, and answers questions from attendees, via Zoom. After registering, pick up a President's Day activity bag with games and projects on the U.S. Presidents, including Abraham Lincoln.
Tuesday, February 23, 6 p.m.
For children ages 3 – 6 with an adult caregiver.
Make a silly hat to show off at this event as we read the book Do You Have a Hat? by Eileen Spinelli, and learn about some famous figures whose hats have gone down in history. Registrants can use supplies from home to make a silly hat or pick up supplies from the Kids & Teens Ask Us Desk. To request supplies for pick up at our drive-up window, email lexyt@ippl.info or call 630/887-0718.
Answering the Call: Artists of the Harlem Renaissance
Tuesday, Feb. 23, 7 p.m.
Adults
Between the world wars, African American artists produced an extraordinary output of painting, sculpture, and photography answering a call to action from Howard University Professor Alain Locke. Diverse in style, these artists often told the story of important events in American history, including The Great Migration. Art historian Jeff Mishur of Art Excursions discusses the artists associated with this movement.
This program is part of the Ignite Change series and sponsored by the Indian Prairie Public Library Foundation & Friends.
The Long Shadow Movie Screening and Live Director Q&A
Wednesday, Feb. 24, 7 p.m.
Adults
Join us for a live online conversation and Q&A with director Frances Causey, as she discusses her film, The Long Shadow. Registrants can watch the movie online anytime and submit questions prior to the program.
This program is part of the Ignite Change series, is co-sponsored by multiple Illinois libraries, and held in partnership with Racial Awareness in the North Shore (RAIN) and Together is Better Alliance (TiBA).
Race & Restorative Justice: A Conversational Approach to a Challenging Topic
Wednesday, Mar. 3, 7 p.m.
Adults
Enjoy two short videos and a discussion moderated by Tauya Forst, J.D., professor of justice studies from the College of DuPage.
This program is part of the Ignite Change series.
For expert help from the library's staff, stop in, call 630/887-8760, email ippl@ippl.info, or use the chat service on the website- look for the green "we are here" icon.