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Machine Embroidery: In-the-Hoop Bag Tag

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Collaboratory
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Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: CoLab
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6

Workshop

Get hands-on and learn a new skill at the Lincoln Library.

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Learn how to use our embroidery machines to create an in-the-hoop, monnogramed bag tag!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intermediate Sewing Class: Shark Plushie

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Collaboratory
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: CoLab
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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Learn how to sew a cute shark plushie in this intermediate sewing class! Prior sewing experience is recommended.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: DeFrates Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie

Movie

Enjoy a movie with digital surround sound at the Lincoln Library.

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As we wrap up this series, this week we'll be watching episode 6, "The Trial of the Haymarket Eight", and episode 23, "The Citizens United Case", examining two very different types of power.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: CoLab
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn how to make a cushion cover* with a pretty pom-pom trim! This is a beginner-level class, so sewers of all skill levels are welcome---whether you're experienced at sewing, or have never touched a sewing machine before. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intermediate Sewing Class: Crossbody Bag

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Collaboratory
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: CoLab
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn how to make a cross-body bag in this intermediate-level sewing class! We'll teach you how to add pockets, attach loops and d-rings for straps, and use interfacing to give your bag some structure.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cricut Class: Fall Leaves Fabric Bunting

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Collaboratory
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: CoLab
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Did you know that our Cricut machines can be used to cut fabric as well as paper and vinyl?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Podcasting 102

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Collaboratory
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: CoLab
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

The second in our introductory classes about podcasting! How to use recording equipment, how to edit and mix files, how to export and publish a finished podcast, plus some tips and tricks for scripting and creating a successful podcast.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 21+" group.

Microsoft Word Basics

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Nancy Huntley Computer Classroom
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Nancy Huntley Computer Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 21+
Program Type: Computer Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Computer Class

Sharpen your computer skills for free in the Nancy Huntley Computer Classroom.

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Learn how Word works! From writing letters, to crafting research papers, and even making labels, there's plenty this program offers, and we'll show you how.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Jameson Jenkins and the Underground Railroad

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Carnegie North
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Carnegie North
Age Group: Adults
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Lincoln Home National Historic Site Historian, Tim Townsend will talk about Jameson Jenkins and the underground railroad. Abraham Lincoln’s neighbor, Jameson Jenkins, played an important role in the hopes of freedom seekers passing through Sp

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Carnegie North
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture Series

Lecture Series

Enjoy a local expert discussing a topic of interest.

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Though Illinois entered the Union as a free state in 1818, slavery continued to exist within its borders for decades.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Podcasting 101

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Collaboratory
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: CoLab
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

An introductory class about podcasting! How to decide on a topic, what equipment and software you need to get started, how to decide on a topic, and where and how you can publish it.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Podcasting 102

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Collaboratory
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: CoLab
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

The second in our introductory classes about podcasting! How to use recording equipment, how to edit and mix files, how to export and publish a finished podcast, plus some tips and tricks for scripting and creating a successful podcast.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Podcasting 101

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Collaboratory
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: CoLab
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

An introductory class about podcasting! How to decide on a topic, what equipment and software you need to get started, how to decide on a topic, and where and how you can publish it.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Podcasting 102

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Collaboratory
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: CoLab
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

The second in our introductory classes about podcasting! How to use recording equipment, how to edit and mix files, how to export and publish a finished podcast, plus some tips and tricks for scripting and creating a successful podcast.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Podcasting 101

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Collaboratory
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: CoLab
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

An introductory class about podcasting! How to decide on a topic, what equipment and software you need to get started, how to decide on a topic, and where and how you can publish it.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Podcasting 102

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Collaboratory
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: CoLab
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

The second in our introductory classes about podcasting! How to use recording equipment, how to edit and mix files, how to export and publish a finished podcast, plus some tips and tricks for scripting and creating a successful podcast.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Podcasting 101

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Collaboratory
Registration
Library Branch: Lincoln Library
Room: Collaboratory
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: CoLab
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

An introductory class about podcasting! How to decide on a topic, what equipment and software you need to get started, how to decide on a topic, and where and how you can publish it.