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  • Charley Cass – Book Signing & Reading

    Adults

    Please join us Wednesday, August 27, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM as author Charley Cass presents his latest book. Signed copies will also be for sale.

  • Josie B.’s Book Club (Older)

    Children

    Join us for discussion, crafts and snacks every fourth Thursday from 6 PM to 7 PM. Call 618-242-6322, ext. 4, for information on selected books, to reserve a copy, and to RSVP. For girls ages 11 – 12.

  • Library Game Day

    Adults

    Join us at the C. E. Brehm Memorial Public Library from 11 AM to 3 PM for our monthly Library Game Day! There will be board games, card games, and role-playing games to enjoy. Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

  • Library Closed: Labor Day

    Closing

    The C. E. Brehm Memorial Public Library District will be closed Tuesday, September 1, for Labor Day. While the library itself will be closed, our collections of eBooks through CloudLibrary and hoopla, as well as our suite of databases, will always be available for use.

  • Rip & Stitchers: Knitting and Crochet Workshop

    Adults

    Rip & Stitchers meet on the first Tuesday of every month from 2 PM to 4 PM. Patrons who have taken a beginning class of crochet and/or knitting or who know how to crochet and/or knit are welcome. This group is not for beginners. Patrons must have a library card in good standing with the […]

  • Storytime

    Children

    Join us Wednesday mornings from 10 AM to 11 AM for story read-alouds. We will have a fun craft or activity that goes along with our theme for the day. Suitable for children ages 2 to 5. This program takes a break in the summer.

  • Junk Journaling

    Adults

    Please join us Thursday, September 4, from 6 PM to 7 PM as we create our very own “junk journal” using our variety of provided scrap and leftover materials (or bring your own materials). A journal to use as your base will be provided This event is for ages 16 and up.

  • Storytime

    Children

    Join us Wednesday mornings from 10 AM to 11 AM for story read-alouds. We will have a fun craft or activity that goes along with our theme for the day. Suitable for children ages 2 to 5. This program takes a break in the summer.

  • ‘Fear All Year’ Book Club

    Adults

    The ‘Fear All Year’ Book Club meets on the second Thursday of every month at 6:00 PM Copies of the book to be discussed will be available at the Circulation desk on the 1st Floor; call to request your copy. 09/11: Beneath the Stairs by Jennifer Fawcett

  • Teen Tabletop RPG Group

    Teens

    Interested in learning how to play a tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG)? Join our Teen Tabletop RPG Group. No experience is necessary to join. We have two sessions available on the second Saturday of everything month with our morning group meeting at 10:30 AM and our afternoon group meeting at 1 PM, each group with four available […]

  • Bingo at the Library

    Adults

    Join staff from Help at Home for a rousing game of Bingo every third Tuesday of each month at 3 PM! All are welcome! Small prizes will be provided!

  • Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns

    Adults

    Join Illinois Libraries Present for a nostalgic and intimate hour-long conversation with Emmy-nominated actor Steve Burns, best known as ‘Steve’ from the beloved Nickelodeon show Blue’s Clues. Beyond the iconic blue paw print and memorable striped green shirt, Burns has built a unique career in entertainment, encompassing acting, directing, music, and, new this fall, a podcast […]