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April 28, 2025

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Vespasian Warner Public Library District

310. N. Quincy St.

Clinton, IL 61727

 

BORROW UNIQUE ITEMS WITH THE LIBRARY OF THINGS

Vespasian Warner Library Offers Technology, Tools, and More Without the Price Tag

 

CLINTON, APRIL 28, 2025 – Take DIY to the next level with a collection of items no one expects to find at the library! Did you know that library visitors can borrow tools, games, instruments, and more for free with their library card? Thanks to a grant in 2021 from the Illinois Prairie Community Foundation, the Vespasian Warner Public Library offers a variety of items in its Library of Things.

 

Need to do some work around the house, but don’t have the tools? Borrow a cordless drill, putty knives, ratchet set, or efficiency meters. Throwing a backyard party? Borrow games such as Washers, Giant Jenga, Yardzee, and Inflatable Lawn Darts. Additional items include a telescope, pickleball set, garden tools, musical instruments, streaming devices, and so much more. Items in the Library of Things are available on a first-come, first-served basis and do require a library card for check-out. For more information, please call the library at 217-935-5174.

 

May 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.

• *U of I Wildlife Ambassador Animals! – Mon. 5/5 at 5 pm (Family)

• Summer Reading Kick-off-Saturday May 29th 9-1pm (Family)

• Lego Club-Every Tue. from 5-6pm (Family)

• Lego Club-Every Wed. from 5-6pm (Youth 8-12)

• *Mother’s Day Paper Flowers (Ages 8-12) – Thurs. 5/1 at 5 pm (Youth 8-12)

• *Magic-Sat. 5/10 at 10 am (Ages 14+)

• *Jack Keefe Program – Thur. 5/8 at 3pm (Adults)

• Community Discussion - Fri. 5/9 at 5:30pm (Everyone)

• *Yoga with Stacy – Sat. 5/10 at 9am (Adults)

• *Cookie Decorating with Kendra – Sat. 5/24 at 10am (Adults)

 

The library is open Monday-Thursday from 9am-7pm, Friday from 9am-4pm, and Saturday from 9am-1pm. Hours are subject to change. The library will be closed on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial 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, Program Coordinator, 217.935.5174, dunham@vwarner.org

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March 21, 2025

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News

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Vespasian Warner Public Library District

310. N. Quincy St.

Clinton, IL 61727

FRIENDS OF WARNER LIBRARY TO HOST BOOK SALE APRIL 11 & 12
Vespasian Warner Library Gearing Up for Spring Events

CLINTON, MARCH 21, 2025 – The Friends of Warner Library will host their spring Book Sale on Friday, April 11 from 12pm-7pm and Saturday, April 12 from 9am-3pm. The sale will take place in the Revere Ware Room located on the lower level of the Vespasian Warner Public Library in Clinton. Shoppers will find bargains on books, movies, and more. The popular $1 bag sale will also make its return on Saturday. All shoppers should plan to bring their own bags to the Book Sale. Educator discounts will continue during the sale ($1 a bag pricing on Friday, 2 bags for $1 on Saturday).

This is a Cash only sale.

 

The Friends have a goal this Spring of raising $5,000 for a canopy to provide shade over the outdoor patio seating area on the library's lawn. Thank you to the members of the Friends of Warner Library for their work on the Book Sale and support throughout the year. Please contact the library if you are interested in becoming a member of the Friends of Warner Library.

 

April Calendar of Events

The library also offers a variety of in-person, virtual, 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.

• Toddler Time (Ages 0-3 & Caregivers) – Every Wed. at 10am

• Preschool Pals (Ages 3-5 & Caregivers) – Every Fri. at 10am

• Family Lego Club (Ages 3-7 & Caregivers)-Every Tues. from 5-6pm

• (Y) Youth: Independent youth events. No grown-ups. Minimum age is 8.

• Lego Club-Every Wed. from 5-6pm

• (T) Teen: Events for ages 12-18 only.

• *DND - Sat. 4/5 at 10am

• *Yoga - Sat. 4/19 at 10am

• (A)Adult: Events for ages 18+ only.

• *10am Spring Paint Class - Sat. 4/5 at 10am

• *West Coast Swing Dance Class - Thur. 4/24 at 6pm

• (E) Everyone: All ages are welcome. Adults are encouraged to attend on their own or register with a friend.

• Grab ‘N Go – Craft stick catapult, available while supplies last.

• *Astronomy - Thur. 4/3 at 7pm

• Friends of Warner Library Meeting – Sat. 4/5 at 10am

• *International Night – Tue. 4/8 at 6:30pm

The library is open Monday-Thursday from 9am-7pm, Friday from 9am-4pm, and Saturday from 9am-1pm. Hours are subject to change. Please note that the library will be closed on Friday, April 4 for a staff development day. For more information about the event above or any library services, visit www.vwarner.org or call 217.935.5174.

Contact:
News Writer & Source: Emily Dunham, Adult Program Coordinator, 217.935.5174, dunham@vwarner.org

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February 21, 2025

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News

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Vespasian Warner Public Library District

310. N. Quincy St. Clinton, IL 61727

 

MARCH AT THE LIBRARY

Illinois Prairie Community Foundation Supports Library with 2025 YEP Grant

 

CLINTON, February 21, 2025, The Vespasian Warner Public Library District in Clinton sends out a big “Thank You” to Illinois Prairie Community Foundation and Youth Engaged in Philanthropy for grant funding.

 

The Vespasian Warner Public Library District is thrilled to share that thanks to the generous $1,156.00 grant from the Youth Engaged with Philanthropy (YEP) program of Illinois Prairie Community Foundation, we've been able to purchase a variety of exciting take-home science kits for our community!

This generous donation will allow us to inspire curiosity and foster hands-on learning in children, bringing science to life in a fun and interactive way. These kits range for all ages from babies, toddlers, kids to teens. Kits vary from building solar robots, snap circuits, logic games, puzzles for babies, microscope labs, learning the human body, and more. These kits are ready for you to check out and get to exploring!

 

March Library Events: The library hosts a variety of free events each month. All library events are free and open to the public, but advance registration is required for events marked with an asterisk (*). Visit the library or call 217-935-5174 to sign up.

• Bulletin Board – Luna’s Birthday! (All Ages) All Month

• Scavenger Hunt – Luna! (All Ages) All Month

• Family Storytime (Ages 0-5 & Caregivers) Every Wed. and Fri. at 10am

• Grab ‘n Go Kit: Heart-shaped Bird Feeder (All Ages) Begins Sat. 3/1

• Friends of Warner Library Meeting (Everyone) Sat. 3/1 at 10am

• Lego Club-Every Wed. from 5-6pm

• *Pokemon Hang-Wed. 3/12 at 4pm

• *Magic-Sat. 3/8 at 10 am

• *Hydroponics-Sat. 3/22 at 10am

• Meet the Candidates – Wed. 3/5, 6-8pm

• Tales from the Archives Episode on Facebook – Tue. 3/11 at 4pm

• *Open Craft Saturday – Sat. 3/15 at 10am-12pm

• *Book Club – Tue. 3/18 at 6pm

 

The library is open Monday-Thursday from 9am-7pm, Friday from 9am-4pm, and Saturday from 9am-1pm. Hours are subject to change. For more information about the event above or any library services, visit www.vwarner.org or call 217.935.5174.

 

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News Writer and Source: Emily Dunham, Adult Program Coordinator, 217.935.5174, dunham@vwarner.org Source: Melissa Snow, Youth Services Manager, 217.935.5174, msnow@vwarner.org

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