Ah, Halloween. Autumnal breezes, crisp leaves, and pumpkin flavored everything! What is it about this time of year that is so enchanting, so mystifying? In this lecture Dustin Pari of Ghost Hunters and Ghost Hunters International sheds some light on the spooky shadows of Halloween history and lore. Ghost stories? Oh yeah, he has some […]
Book discussion, themed crafts, and snacks for girls ages 9 to 12.Call 242-6322, ext. 4 to RSVP, for information on selected books and to reserve your copy.
Join us Wednesday mornings from 10 AM to 11 AM for stories read aloud. We will have a fun craft/activity that goes along with our theme for the day.Suitable for children ages 2-5.
Create your very own junk journal using a variety of provided scrap and leftover materials (or bring your own materials). A journal to use as your base is provided. Each month will have a new theme. To register, call 618-242-6322, ext. 4.
Stone Soup Shakespeare presents Merry Wives at The Commons downtown. All are welcome for this free performance. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. No tickets needed. Sponsored by C. E. Brehm Library and Mt. Vernon Tourism.
Local Historian, Todd Carr, presents “Bloody Williamson, Bootleggers, the KKK , and the Shelton/Birger Gang War” This two hour presentation includes a powerpoint with pictures of 1920s Williamson County from the start of prohibition and the Herrin Massacre to the Hanging of Charlie Birger and the break up of the prohibition era gangs.
Patrons who know how to crochet and/or knit are welcome to join this advanced workshop. This group meets on the first Tuesday of every month from 2 PM to 4 PM. Attendees must have a library card in good standing with the Illinois Heartland Library System. Registration is required; please call 618-242-6322, ext. 2, to […]
Join us Wednesday mornings from 10 AM to 11 AM for stories read aloud. We will have a fun craft/activity that goes along with our theme for the day.Suitable for children ages 2-5.
The ‘Fear All Year’ Book Club meets on the second Thursday of every month at 6 PM in the library’s Meeting Room. Copies of the books to be discussed can be checked out at the Circulation desk on the first floor.
Interested in playing a TTRPG (tabletop role playing game)? Join our Teen Tabletop RPG Group! No experience necessary.Four slots each session; call 242-6322, ext. 2, to register Morning Session – 10:30 AMAfternoon Session – 1:00 PM
