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August 21, 2026
News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Vespasian Warner Public Library District
310. N. Quincy St.
Clinton, IL 61727
SEPTEMBER SHAPING UP TO BE A BUSY MONTH AT THE LIBRARY
Vespasian Warner Public Library Shares Special Highlights
CLINTON, August 21, 2026 – The library will be buzzing with activity in September. Library staff are celebrating Library Card Sign-Up Month, introducing the public to the new books, movies, games, fun events, and excited to host vendors and have a booth for Apple ‘n Pork Festival. As always, the community is encouraged to visit the library to borrow books, movies, and more or attend a free event.
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month
Celebrate by getting your very own library card this month! With a library card, you can discover new and exciting worlds. From borrowing the latest popular books and movies to taking free DIY classes, there is so much you can access with a library card. In September, new adult library card holders will receive a bookmark and library coffee mug filled with treats. Children getting their library cards will receive a free book and pick a toy from the treasure box. Current library card holders can replace their lost or damaged card for free (normally $1). All library visitors can also visit the children’s floor to complete a scavenger hunt for a sticker prize.
Crafts & Vendors During the Apple ‘n Pork Festival Weekend: The library is excited to host a variety of vendors on its green space during the Apple ‘n Pork Festival weekend on Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27. This event wouldn't be possible without the C.H. Moore Homestead and DeWitt County Museum. Be sure to show your support to them and all the other local organizations in the community!
September 2026 Events
(F) Family: Youth-focused events with parents/caregivers present.
Barbie Club (Ages 3-7 & Caregivers)-Every Monday from 5-6pm
Family Lego Club (Ages 3-7 & Caregivers)-Every Tues. from 5-6pm
Family Movie (The Super Mario Galaxy Movie)-Sat. 9/5 at 10 am
*Roots & Shoots Insect Trapping-Wed. 9/30 at 7 PM
*Garden Club-(All Ages, under 8 must be accompanied by someone 12 or older) Every Thursday from 6-6:30PM
(Y) Youth: Independent youth events. No grown-ups. Minimum age is 8.
Lego Club-Every Wed. from 5-6pm
*STEM Rescue Mission-Mon. 9/14 at 5 PM
(T) Teen: Events for ages 12-18 only.
*DND-Sat. 9/12 at 10 AM (A)
Adult: Events for ages 18+ only.
Tales from the Archives Episode on Facebook - Tue. 9/8 at 4pm
*Coffee & Crime – Sat. 9/12 at 10am
*Waltz Dance Lesson – Wed. 9/16 at 6pm
The library is open Monday-Thursday from 9am-7pm, Friday from 9am-5pm, and Saturday from 9am-1pm. Hours are subject to change. The library will be closed on Monday, 9/7 in observance of Labor Day. The building will also close at noon on Friday, 9/25 and be closed Saturday, 9/26 during the Apple ‘n Pork Festival weekend. For more information, visit www.vwarner.org, call 217.935.5174, or visit Facebook @VespasianWarner.
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Contact: Source & News Writer: Emily Dunham, Program Coordinator, 217.935.5174, dunham@vwarner.org
July 24, 2026
News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Vespasian Warner Public Library District
310. N. Quincy St. Clinton, IL 61727
CELEBRATE THE END OF SUMMER READING EVENT
Vespasian Warner Library Offers Events for All Ages in August
CLINTON, July 24, 2026 – Summer Reading started in the late 1930s and was then taken to a whole new level by Ms. Paula Lopatic in 1980. Paula created so many fun ways to get kids excited to read and spend time at the library. In our local history section, there are several scrapbooks you can come look through. Come see how the first years set the foundation for this program to thrive. This year we will celebrate with our readers with musical entertainment and pizza on August 1, 10am. Tater Tots Rock will be there for music and dancing while the friends are supplying Sorrento’s Pizza!
With several different in-person library events the entire family can find something to enjoy. All library events are free and open to the public. Space is limited and advance registration is required for in-person events by calling 217-935- 5174. Please contact the library if you need reasonable accommodation to participate in any library event
August Calendar of Events
The library also offers a variety of in-person events each month. All library events are free and open to the public, but advance registration is required for events marked with an *. Visit the library’s website at www.vwarner.org, Facebook page @VespasianWarner, or call 217-935-5174 to learn more about the events listed below.
(F) Family: Youth-focused events with parents/caregivers present.
Barbie Club-Every Monday from 5-6 pm
Family Lego Club (Ages 3-7 & Caregivers)-Every Tues. from 5-6pm
Youth: Independent youth events. No grown-ups. Minimum age is 8.
Lego Club-Every Wed. from 5-6pm
*Taste of the States-Monday 8/10 at 4pm
Teen: Events for ages 12-18 only.
*Craft Café-Thursday 8/20 at 4 PM
Adult: Events for ages 18+ only.
*Coffee & Crime Sat. 8/8 at 10am
Tales from the Archives Episode on Facebook - Tue. 8/11 at 4pm
Friends of Warner Library Meeting – Sat. 8/15 at 10am
*Morally Gray Book Club – Sat. 8/15 & 8/29at 10am
*General Fiction/Non-Fiction Book Club – Tues. 8/18 at 6PM
(E) Everyone: All ages are welcome. Events may have a minimum age requirement.
*Garden Club-Every Thursday in August at 6:30 PM (No G.C. on 8/13, Staff Day)
*Roots and Shoots: Turtle Show-Saturday 8/22 9 AM WELDON SPRINGS SCHOOL HOUSE Summer Reading Celebration-Saturday August 1st 10 AM to 12 PM
The library is open Monday-Thursday from 9am-7pm, Friday from 9am-5pm, and Saturday from 9am-1pm. Hours are subject to change. The library will be closed on Thursday, August 13 for Staff Development Day. For more information about the event above or any library services, visit www.vwarner.org or call 217.935.5174.
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Contact: Source and News Writer: Emily Dunham, Adult Program Coordinator, 217.935.5174, dunham@vwarner.org
June 23, 2026
News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Vespasian Warner Public Library District
310. N. Quincy St. Clinton, IL 61727
VISIT THE LIBRARY THIS SUMMER
Books, Entertainment, Events, and More at the Vespasian Warner Library
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CLINTON, June 23, 2026 – If the Vespasian Warner Public Library District in Clinton, Illinois isn’t on your list of summer destinations, it should be! The library can be a great place for free summer fun. There are events for all ages, toys for children, monthly take-home craft kits, a lounge area for teens, and thousands of items to check-out and take home.
Don’t forget about Summer Reading when you visit. Track your reading during June and July with a self-paced reading path and reward yourself along the way with prizes big and small! The best part is that Summer Reading is free and open to all ages, birth through adult.
June Calendar of Events
The library also offers a variety of in-person and grab ‘n go events each month. All library events are free and open to the public, but advance registration is required for events marked with an *. Visit the library’s website at www.vwarner.org, Facebook page @VespasianWarner, or call 217-935-5174 to learn more about the events listed below.
Family events:
Family Movie: Tuesdays, 7/7, 7/14 & 7/21, 7/29 at 10 AM
*Roots & Shoots: Tasty & Toxic (Weldon Springs School House)-Sat. 7/18 at 9 AM
*StarLab Solar System-Mon. 7/27 at 3 PM
*StarLab Stars & Constellations-Mon. 7/27 at 4 PM
(Y) Youth: Independent youth events. No grown-ups. Minimum age is 8.
Lego Club-Every Wed. from 5-6pm
*Garden Ceramic Painting-Mon. 7/6 at 2pm
*Book Club: The Good Fight-Mon. 7/13 at 2 PM
U of I Terrariums-Fri. 7/17 at 2 pm
*Paint your own Birdhouse-Wed. 7/22 at 2 PM
(T) Teen: Events for ages 12-18 only.
*Hamilton Sing-along-Thur. 7/2 at 3 PM
*DND-Sat. 7/11 at 10 AM
*Crime Club-Thur. 7/16 at 5 PM
*History Tour-Thur. 7/23 at 6 PM
(A) Adult: Events for ages 18+ only.
*Ceramics Painting – Tues. 7/7 at 6pm
*Yoga with Stacy – Sat. 7/11 & 7/25 at 9am
*Chair Yoga with Connie – Sat. 7/18 at 9am
*Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club – Tues. 7/21 at 6pm
*Birds: The story of the last dinosaurs – Sat. 7/25 at 1130am
*Nellie Bly Performance - Tues. 7/28 at 6pm
(E) Everyone: All ages are welcome. Events may have a minimum age requirement.
ASL Club – Every Monday in July at 5:30pm
The library is open Monday-Thursday from 9am-7pm, Friday from 9am-5pm, and Saturday from 9am-1pm. Hours are subject to change. The library will be closed on Monday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth and on Saturday, July 4th for Independence Day. For more information about the event above or any library services, visit www.vwarner.org or call 217.935.5174.
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Contact: Source and News Writer: Emily Dunham, Adult Program Coordinator, 217-935-5174 ex. 2004, dunham@vwarner.org