This summer, the Sandwich Public Library invites you to plant seeds, literally and figuratively, through reading, hands-on workshops, and community discovery.

By making connections within the community, Winifred Knox Memorial Library Director Amy Runkle says she has discovered a network of talent and skills that residents want to pass along to others through classes at the library.

Here is a list of upcoming events planned at the library.

Plano Library offers free programs for kids and adults through June

From Capitol News Illinois: Illinoisans now will have access to a large collection of high-quality digital information and educational resources for free by going to their local library or the Illinois State Library’s website.

The Flagg-Rochelle Public Library’s summer reading program is underway, with numerous events running through Aug. 26 for kids, families and people of all ages.

Odell Public Library on July 12 will show the smash-hit musical, “Hamilton,” the story of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, ambition and a legacy that shapes the course of a new nation.

The Mt. Morris Community Library Foundation is giving away books to kids and raising funds for their free book program at two events in July.

Geneva Public Library employees have voted to form a union, the same one that represents St. Charles Public Library employees, who joined AFSCME in 2021.

A local educator has been appointed to serve on the city’s Fire and Police Commission by the Yorkville mayor. Multiple members were also reappointed to the city's Library Board and the Park Board.

June events have been set at the Polo Public Library.

Here's a list of upcoming events at the Oregon Public Library.

Yorkville Public Library will hold Stories in the Park at Town Square in June and July.

The Flagg-Rochelle Public Library's HVAC replacement project is done, and the library is ready to welcome patrons for its summer reading program, Director Sarah Flanagan writes.

Yorkville Library brings adults together with free classes, workshops, and events designed to build skills, advance careers, and celebrate community.

At the May 27 Oswego Library Board meeting, trustees approved the purchase of a four-bedroom house at 55 N. Madison St. for $514,999. The 2,268 square-foot house was built in 1904.

The vehicle, which the Oswego Public Library District acquired for about $215,000, will travel to schools, homes and other destinations.

Yorkville Library's June brings a free six-week job training series covering resumes, interviews, and networking, alongside a special performance by an all-female a cappella ensemble.

A woman who left the job of director of the Johnsburg Public Library has died from ALS two months after stepping down from the job because of her heatlh. The library is closed Monday in her honor.

Thanks to a $33,892 Project Next Generation Grant from the Illinois State Library, the Putnam County Public Library District will launch “Earth Explorers,” a free, hands-on science program coming this summer.

This summer, WQPT PBS invites families to join its “Summer of Adventure” tour, featuring guest appearances at library story times and community events throughout the region.

A pair of DeKalb teachers at Leroy A. Mitchell Elementary School use library time to connect with students.

The Yorkville Public Library is open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Curbside service is available.

Ladd Public Library announces a new therapy dog reading program, “Paws to Read with Hobo,” at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 6 in the library, 125 N. Main St., Ladd.

Thanks to Bev, many area children are learning to love reading so for the impact that she makes,

The Bertolet Memorial Library in Leaf River has a new book nook where patrons can relax and enjoy a good book.

Register now. Yorkville Public Library extends youth programs through May.

May is National Get Caught Reading Month, a campaign that aims to encourage people of all ages to enjoy literature and share their love of it with others.

The Creston-Dement Public Library recently reached the one-year mark since opening its new building.

Illinois Supreme Court Justice Elizabeth Rochford and St. Charles Mayor Clint Hull, a former judge, will give a talk about the court at the St. Charles Public Library Tuesday.

Stories With Stacey takes place on Thursdays at the library.

Record stories that captured people's attention in years passed.

The Mt. Morris Public Library will celebrate the coming of the warm summer months with some great mocktail ideas at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 12.

Byron Public Library’s creative studio is open on Sunday afternoons and two evenings a week, so stop by for monthly crafts and to use maker space equipment.

The Walnut Public Library District will offer children in fourth through sixth grades a free “Safe At Home Class” program from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 3.

The Flagg-Rochelle Public Library in Rochelle will be closed to patrons throughout May as it installs a new HVAC system, Director Sarah Flanagan said April 28.

The Polo Public Library recently released its schedule of events for May.

The library now offers homebound delivery service for eligible patrons.

The Yorkville Public Library is open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Curbside service is available. The library will be closed on May 25th.

The library is offering a new program at 10 a.m. Friday, May 29, to discover the joy of music.

The Whiteside Forum will host Jessica Tosh on Sunday, April 26, to address the topic of homelessness. Tosh serves as a corps officer at the Salvation Army Sterling-Rock Falls Corps Community Center.

A group of supporters is coming together to explore the possibility of starting a La Grange Public Library foundation.

The Streator Public Library recently announced its upcoming programs and events for the fourth week in April.

The Putnam County Public Library District’s Hennepin branch will celebrate National Library Week with its annual spring book sale from Thursday, April 23, through Saturday, April 25.

The Putnam County Public Library District’s Granville Branch invites the public to a free screening of “The Librarians,” at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 21.

The Putnam County Public Library District’s McNabb Branch will host a free film screening of “Banned Together: The Fight Against Censorship,” at 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 22.

The La Salle Public Library, 305 Marquette St., will hold several events and programs in April.

The Putnam County Public Library District’s Condit Branch will hold a free screening of “Will’s Book: Shakespeare’s First Folio” at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 16.

Here is a list of upcoming events at Bertolet Memorial Library in Leaf River.

Here's a list of upcoming events at the Mt. Morris Public Library.