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February 19, 2026

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News

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Vespasian Warner Public Library District

310. N. Quincy St.

Clinton, IL 61727

 

MARCH AT THE LIBRARY

STAR Net and Tangled Bank Studios Present Flight Path Grant to Library


CLINTON, February 19, 2026, The Vespasian Warner Public Library District in Clinton sends out a big “Thank You” to STAR Net and Tangled Bank Studios for the Flight Path Grant.


In honor of World Migratory Bird Day (May 15th) STAR Net and Tangled Banks Studios are proud to announce Flight Path a new project for public libraries focused on bird conservation and science. With more than 1 billion birds killed by window strikes each year in the United States alone, STAR Net and HHMI Tangled Bank Studios aim to create a national outreach campaign that taps into the popularity of bird watching and provides local communities with simple and fun activities to get to know their local birds and promote bird health and safety. The library is working with the local assisted living facility to host a bird watching event at the local Weldon Springs. The grant has provided us with items ranging from window stickers to binoculars. The library is excited to share this information and use these tools to protect wildlife and share information.

 

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 – Spring Break! (All Ages) All Month
• Family Storytime (Ages 0-5 & Caregivers) Every Wed. and Fri. at 10am
• Grab ‘n Go Kit: Silly Mushrooms (All Ages) Begins Mon. 3/2
• Friends of Warner Library Meeting (Everyone) Sat. 3/7 at 10am
• *Luna’s Birthday (Family) Tues. 3/3 at 5pm
• LEGO CLUB (Youth, ages 8-12) Every Wednesday at 5pm
• *Birding for Seniors (Adult) Tue. 3/10 at 2-4pm at Weldon Springs
• *Coffee & Crime (Adults) Sat. 3/14 at 10am
• *DND (Teens) Sat. 3/14 at 10am
• *Open Craft (Adults) Sat. 3/14 at 12pm
• *Book Club (Adult) Tue. 3/19 at 6pm
• *Pokémon Hang (Youth) Fri. 3/20 at 2:30pm (Early Dismissal Day!)


The library is open Monday-Thursday from 9am-7pm, Friday from 9am-5pm, 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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Contact:

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

 

 

January 23, 2026

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News

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Vespasian Warner Public Library District

310. N. Quincy St.

Clinton, IL 61727

 

FEBRUARY MEANS FUN (AND TAXES) AT THE LIBRARY

Vespasian Warner Library Partners to Offer AARP Tax Aide in 2026

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CLINTON, January 23, 2026 – Warm up at the library in February with a book or movie and don’t forget to register for the upcoming free events.

 

In addition, the library is excited to continue its partnership with Dove Inc. and R.S.V.P to offer the AARP Foundation Tax Aide program. This program offers free tax preparation to anyone of any age, especially if they are 50 or older or can’t afford paid tax preparation. This service will be available on Wednesday afternoons, Friday days and Saturday mornings beginning February 11. Appointments are required and must be made in person at the library during regular hours. All participants must complete Form 13614-C prior to their appointment. A free copy of the form will be provided during registration. Please call the library at 217-935-5174 for more information.

 

February 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.

  • (F) Family: Youth-focused events with parents/caregivers present.

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

  • *Stuffy Sleepover! – Fri. 2/27 at 4 pm, pick up Sat 2/28 at 10 am

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

  • Lego Club-Every Wed. from 5-6pm

  • *K Pop Demon Hunters Party! - Wed. 2/4 at 2:30pm

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

  • *Magic – Sat. 2/7 at 10am

  • *Crime Club-Thur. 2/19 at 5pm

  • (A) Adult: Events for ages 18+ only.

  • Friends of Warner Library Meeting – Sat. 2/7 at 10am

  • *Partner Paint Class – Sat. 2/7, 11am, ages 18+ partner can be 13+

  • *Open Craft – Sat. 2/14 at 10am

  • *General Fiction/Non-Fiction Book Club – Tues. 2/17th at 6PM

  • *Book Bedazzling - Sat. 2/28 at 10am

 

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, February 16 in observance of Presidents’ Day and Thursday, February 26 for a Staff 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 & News Writer: Emily Dunham, Program Coordinator, 217.935.5174, dunham@vwarner.org

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December 16, 2025​

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News

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Vespasian Warner Public Library District

310. N. Quincy St. Clinton, IL 61727

 

ENTER THE NEW YEAR WITH NEW SKILLS

Vespasian Warner Public Library Offers Teen Paint Party and Chair Yoga

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CLINTON, December 16, 2025 – Come cozy up at the library and learn new abilities to keep your mind creative and your body busy during the winter months. Call to register for a program today!

 

January 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.

  • Scavenger Hunt on the Children's Floor Pokémon (All Ages) All Month

  • Children’s Floor Bulletin Board Art Pokémon All month

  • Family Storytimes NO STORY TIMES THIS MONTH

  • Grab ‘n Go Kit: Pinecone Bird Feeders (All Ages) Begins 1/2

  • *Pokémon Hang (Youth, Ages 8-12) Mon.1/5 at 2pm

  • *Coffee & Crime (Adults 18+) Sat. 1/10 at 10am

  • Tales from the Archives on Facebook (Adult) Tue. 1/13 at 4pm

  • *Teen Paint Party (Ages 13+) Sat. 1/17 at 10am

  • *Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club (Adults) Tue. 1/20 at 6pm

  • *Chair Yoga (Adult) Sat. 1/24 at 9am

 

The library is fully underway with the HVAC reconstruction. The only floor with full functioning heat is the basement, but things are moving up! Demolition of our old HVAC system has started in our main floor. Some sections of the building will be taped off for patron safety and for work efficiency. We will continue to update everyone and be open as much as possible during demo, though we may have to close parts of the floor in the future. Thank you all so much for your patience and understanding. Our patrons are the best!

 

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, January 1 for New Year’s Day and Monday, January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. 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:
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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