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BOOKCLUBS, PROGRAMS, MAKERSPACE, STUDY ROOMS, AND MORE.
 
A friendly reminder that daylight savings will occur on Sunday, March 9, 2025.
Lessons in History
 
Statue of Irish Americans
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12 • 6:30–7:30 P.M.
Dr. John F. Lyons, professor of history at Joliet Junior College, will share the history of 19th century Irish immigrants.
 
One Book, One Community
 
A man speaking with a community resource representative.
A man speaking with a community resource representative.
SATURDAY, MARCH 8 • 1–3 P.M.
Visit the Community Resource Fair to meet representatives from the many organizations who provide valuable services and resources to our community.
 
Night at the Library
 
Laser tag promotional image.
LASER TAG (FOR TEENS)
FRIDAY, MARCH 21 • EVENING
 
In this "Night at the Library," use shelves and tables for cover as you fire and dodge laser beams on a mission to bring your team to glory. Teams will be assigned on a first come first served basis. Games will be available in the meeting room while teens wait for their slot. One time slot includes 30 minutes of laser tag. In partnership with Geneva Park District.
 
Women's Voices
 
by Chanel Miller
Know My Name by Chanel Miller
Universally acclaimed, rapturously reviewed, and an instant New York Times bestseller, Chanel Miller's breathtaking memoir gives readers the privilege of knowing her not just as Emily Doe, but as Chanel Miller the writer, the artist, the survivor, the fighter.
by Kristin Hannah
The Women by Kristin Hannah
The Women is the story of one woman gone to war, but it shines a light on all women who put themselves in harm’s way and whose sacrifice and commitment to their country has too often been forgotten. A novel about deep friendships and bold patriotism, The Women is a richly drawn story with a memorable heroine whose idealism and courage under fire will come to define an era.
by Tarryn Fisher
The Wives by Tarryn Fisher
Imagine sharing your husband with two other women—none of whom you’ve met. You only see him one day a week, but you love him enough to accept it.
 
Then, you find a slip of paper with another wife’s name. Curiosity takes over, and you track her down. As your friendship grows, you notice her bruises. She’s being abused—by your husband. But he’s never been violent with you.
 
Who is your husband, really? And who is his mysterious third wife?
by Anushay Hossain
The Pain Gap
Explore real women’s tales of healthcare trauma and medical misogyny with this masterfully written, meticulously researched, in-depth examination of the women’s health crisis in America—and what we can do about it.
by KC Davis, LPC
How to Keep House While Drowning
If you’re struggling to stay on top of your to-do list, you probably have a good reason: anxiety, fatigue, depression, ADHD, or lack of support. For therapist KC Davis, the birth of her second child triggered a stress-mess cycle. The more behind she felt, the less motivated she was to start. One life-changing realization restored her sanity—and the functionality of her home: You don’t work for your home; your home works for you.
by Caroline Criado Perez
Invisible Women by Caroline Criado Perez
The landmark, prize-winning, international bestselling examination of how a gender gap in data perpetuates bias and disadvantages women.
 
 
 
Celebrate with more books featuring Women's Voices here.
 
Featured Book Club Title
 
by Robin Wall Kimmerer
The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer
 
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Braiding Sweetgrass, a bold and inspiring vision for how to orient our lives around gratitude, reciprocity, and community, based on the lessons of the natural world. 
 
Find Your Next Read
 
Learn more about The Serviceberry, the author,
and download our premade discussion guide here.
 

 
Browse more of our Book Club Favorites here
or check out our collection on the 2nd floor display!
 
 
Read-a-likes
The Comfort of Crows by Margaret Renkl
Wonders of the World
Sacred Nature
Upcoming Book Clubs
 
Young adults smiling with open books
THURSDAY, MARCH 13 • 1–2 P.M.
by José Andrés
The World Central Kitchen by Jose Andres
TUESDAY, MARCH 25 • 6:30–7:30 P.M.
by Erica Bauermeister
No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister
THURSDAY, APRIL 3 • 10–11:30 A.M.
by Sarah Orne Jewett
A White Heron by Sarah Orne Jewett
Get Together With Friends
 
Young adults smiling while playing video games.
THURSDAY, MARCH 13 • 6:30–8:30 P.M.
 
FRIDAY, MARCH 14 • 10–11:30 A.M.
 
Learn New Tech
 
Customized wooden decor sign.
PROJECT OF THE MONTH:
WOODEN SPRING DECOR (ADULTS)
CYBERSECURITY: DOING A
THREAT ASSESSMENT (ADULTS)
Just for Teens
 
Beaded letter keychain
TUESDAY, MARCH 11 • ALL DAY
Make a statement with a beaded message.
 
All Ages Fun!
 
A turtle and a tortoise
SATURDAY, MARCH 15 • 2–3 P.M.
The confusion over turtles and tortoises is over! Come meet Peck Farm Park’s resident Eastern box turtle, Sir Charles, and Russian tortoise, River, to learn the differences and similarities between turtles and tortoises.

READ WITH US
TUESDAY, MARCH 11 • 9:30–10 A.M.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12 • 9:30–10 A.M.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12 • 10:30–11 A.M.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12 • 6:30–7 P.M.
THURSDAY, MARCH 13 • 4–4:45 P.M.
THURSDAY, MARCH 13 • 4–4:45 P.M.

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
SATURDAY, MARCH 8 • 1–2 P.M.
MONDAY, MARCH 10 • 10:30–11:15 A.M.
REFRIGERATOR ART
CLUB (ALL AGES)
MUSIC & MOVEMENT (ALL AGES)
SATURDAY, MARCH 15 • 9 A.M.–2 P.M.
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