Events
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Blood Drive Friday 9/12 12pm – 4pm
Olney Public Library 400 W Main St., Olney, IL, United StatesThe Olney Public Library will host a community Blood Drive on Friday, September 12, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room at 400 W. Main St., Olney, IL. Sponsored by Brookstone Estates and Emerald Glen, this event is part of the Red Cross and PEANUTSÂź partnershipâreminding us that âA little goes a long way. Give blood.â Donors can schedule an appointment by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or visiting RedCrossBlood.org. Save time by completing your RapidPassÂź online before arriving. Plus, give blood between August 29 and September 21 for a chance to receive one of four mystery tees featuring⊠Continue Reading Blood Drive Friday 9/12 12pm â 4pm
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Lego Club Sept. 25th 4pm
Olney Public Library 400 W Main St., Olney, IL, United StatesCreative LEGO Building Event at Olney Public Library â Fun for Kids Ages 6-12! Join us at Olney Public Library for an exciting LEGO Building Challenge designed just for kids ages 6-12! This hands-on, creative event encourages young builders to explore their imagination, develop problem-solving skills, and have fun with friends while constructing unique LEGO masterpieces. đ What to Expect: â Tons of LEGO bricks to build with â Fun challenges and free-build time â Friendly, creative atmosphere â A great opportunity for kids to enhance STEM skills No registration is requiredâjust bring your creativity and get ready to build! This⊠Continue Reading Lego Club Sept. 25th 4pm
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Horticulture Series: Vegetable Garden Prep Oct. 8th 5:30pm
Olney Central College Library 305 NW Street 305 North West St, OlneyGet your garden ready for next season at the Olney Public Library! đ± On Wednesday, October 8th at 5:30pm, join us for our Fall Horticulture Series: Vegetable Garden Prep, presented by the Illinois Extension. Learn the best techniques for cleaning up, preparing soil, and protecting your vegetable beds before winter sets inâso you can set yourself up for a bountiful harvest in the spring. This free program is open to all gardening enthusiasts! Â Location: Illinois Extension
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Create a Fabric Pumpkin Art Class Sat. 10/11 1-3pm – Class is Full
Olney Public Library 400 W Main St., Olney, IL, United StatesCreate a Fabric Pumpkin Get crafty this fall at the Olney Public Library! đ Join us on Saturday, October 11th from 1â3pm for a hands-on workshop led by an instructor from the Macoupin Art Collective, where youâll create two fabric pumpkins in different sizes to take home. This fun, creative project is perfect for adding a cozy, handmade touch to your autumn dĂ©cor. The event is free, but pre-registration is required to reserve your spot. Sign up today at olneypubliclibrary.org Class is Full. If you would like to hear about our upcoming events follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/olneypubliclibrary/⊠Continue Reading Create a Fabric Pumpkin Art Class Sat. 10/11 1-3pm â Class is Full
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3D Print Lab
Olney Public Library 400 W Main St., Olney, IL, United StatesCurious about 3D printing? Reserve one of four daily time slots to design in Tinkercad.com on a library computer, then print your creation on our libraryâs 3D printer with help from staff. This hands-on program is perfect for beginnersâbring your idea, build your model, and weâll guide you through sending it to the printer. Only 4 spots are available each day, so please register to save your time. Ages 8+. Click to View Available Dates
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Horticulture Series: Lawn and Tree Care 10/20 5:30
Olney Central College Library 305 NW Street 305 North West St, OlneyGet your yard ready for the changing seasons at the Olney Public Library! đ Join us on Monday, October 20th at 5:30pm for our Fall Horticulture Series: Lawn and Tree Care, presented by the Illinois Extension. Learn the best fall practices for maintaining healthy lawns, preparing trees for winter, and setting up your landscape for success in the spring. This free program is open to the public, and all gardening enthusiasts are welcome! Â Location: Illinois Extension
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Mollie’s War: History of the Women’s Army Corps. OCT 29th 4:30pm
Olney Public Library 400 W Main St., Olney, IL, United Statesđ©ââïžâš Join us at the Olney Public Library for a powerful program:Mollieâs War: History of the Womenâs Army Corpsđ Tuesday, October 29th at 4:30pm Author Cyndee Schaffer will share her motherâs WWII stories and the incredible history of the Womenâs Army Corps, exploring how these trailblazing women shaped future generations in the military. Donât miss this inspiring look at womenâs voices from the front lines of history! Free event. #OlneyPublicLibrary #WWIIHistory #WomensArmyCorps #MolliesWar #LocalEvents
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Fall Horticulture Series: Overwintering House Plants 11/5 5:30pm
Olney Central College Library 305 NW Street 305 North West St, OlneyThe Olney Public Library invites you to the next program in our Fall Horticulture Series: Overwintering Houseplants. On Tuesday, November 5th at 5:30pm, an expert from the Illinois Extension will share practical advice on how to keep your plants thriving through the winter season. From adjusting light and water needs to managing pests and dormancy, youâll learn everything you need to give your houseplants the best care during the colder months. This event is free and open to the publicâall plant lovers are welcome! Location: Illinois Extension
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Game Night Nov 6th 4-6pm
Olney Public Library 400 W Main St., Olney, IL, United States