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January 2018

Here's what's happening at Morton Library...

Library Announces Refresh Project

It has been 20 years since the library opened its addition, and this spring we will be refreshing the library. This project will mean the library will be closed for a few weeks while walls are painted, new carpet is installed and the library’s departments are rearranged. When we reopen, you will enjoy a more open and welcoming lobby, a dedicated space for our young adult collection and an expanded children’s department. More project news will be forthcoming in January. While the library is closed, you will be able to check out books and pick up holds at area libraries. We look forward to sharing more about the refresh project in the New Year.
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Morton Library will not be a tax help location this year

The Library will be closed at some point during March and April due to our refresh project. We will be unable to host AARP Tax Preparer Volunteers this year. There are other local libraries that will offer this service. In the past, Pekin, Washington, and Fondulac libraries have had AARP Tax Volunteers. They will not be taking appointments until some time in January. This is only a temporary change due to our project this spring.
Winter Escape Room Register

Winter Escape Room January 2-8, 2018 - REGISTER NOW

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Children's News
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Science Fun

Wednesdays, Jan. 10 - Feb. 28 @ 10:30 a.m.

Children will learn about science related subjects and participate in science experiments. This is a STEM Program offering science, technology, engineering, and mathematics based programs to our youngest library patrons. Ages: 3-5. REGISTER NOW - register once for all 8 sessions.
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January Arts & Crafts

Jan. 3 @ 3:00 p.m. - Time Out Art Fun
Learn techniques for chalks. Grades: 4-6. REGISTER NOW
Jan. 15 @ 1:00 p.m. - Snowy Day Crafts
Children are invited to celebrate Martin Luther King Day by warming up with a creative hour of crafts. A variety of techniques will be offered from water colors to chalks. Grades K-3. REGISTER NOW
Jan. 15 @ 4:00 p.m. - Art Quest
Students will create an art project using the techniques of famous artist. Grades: 4-6 REGISTER NOW
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Tween & Teen News
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Trivia Quest!

January 29 @ 3:30-4:30pm

Tough trivia is no problem when you have a little help! Teams will race against each other to answer questions with the help of our newest online resource WorldBook! If you’ve never used WorldBook, don’t worry, we’ll do a quick overview before we start the competition. There will be prizes and snacks! And better yet, you’ll leave knowing how to use a great new resource! Ages: 8-14. REGISTER NOW
Teen Drop in programs

Teen Drop-in Programs...

Jan. 1-14: Trivia from 2017 - It’s a brand new year! Do you still remember these things from 2017? Fill out our trivia page.
Jan. 15-31: Book Cover Scavenger Hunt - Grab a Scavenger Hunt page and look through the Young Adult books to fill it out.

Enter your answers in our drawing for a prize!
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Adult News
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Get More Done in 2018

January 20 @ 10:00 a.m.

Planners, Bullet Journals, List Making Apps... OH MY! Learn tips and tricks to keep yourself organized in 2018 with an overview of both digital and analog tools and systems that can keep you on track.
Ages: Adult
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Adult Tech Programs
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Cyber Security Tips from a Hacker

January 6 @ 2:00 p.m.

Knowing how the offensive side thinks is an important part of defending yourself. Learn how to protect your computer and your information online. Hacking is not illegal - it's a method of problem solving. Unfortunately, today's cyber criminals are using hacking techniques to disrupt our technology and steal information. Learn how to protect yourself. Ages: Adult. REGISTER NOW
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Book Clubs

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Chapter Chatters - Grades: 4-6
January 17, 2018
This month discussing The War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley.
During WWII, Ada and her brother move from London, and away from their mother, to the country where it is safer.
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Books & Bites - Ages: Adult
January 16, 2018 at Bastas Italian Kitchen
151 S. Main (their new location!)
Join us to chat about Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore by Matthew J. Sullivan while enjoying local eats & drinks.
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One-on-One Appointments with our Tech Crew

Our Tech Crew offers individual help by request. Need general tech help with a new device? Want to learn how to download eBooks, audiobooks to a tablet or eReader? They can help!
Call 309-263-2200 to make an appointment for up to 30 minutes of one-on-one assistance.
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