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SUMMARY:Build Your Home Library -  Book Fair 3/31 - 4/7\, Paperpie Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Paperpie Book Fair is Coming to Olney Public Library! \n\n\nMark your calendars!  Join us March 31st – April 7th  at the library! \n\n\n\nWe will be partnering with PaperPie Learning (formerly Usborne Books and More) to host a fundraising Book Fair\, bringing a fantastic selection of engaging\, high-quality books for all ages! This is a wonderful opportunity to build your child’s home library while also supporting our classrooms and school library. \nFamilies can shop here at the library. We will receive 50% of the sales to purchase our own books for the our library. Thank you for supporting us! \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.olneypubliclibrary.org/event/build-your-home-library-book-fair-3-31-4-7-paperpie-book-fair/
LOCATION:Olney Public Library\, 400 W Main St.\, Olney\, IL\, 62450\, United States
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SUMMARY:100 Things to Do In Illinois Before You Die - Author Visit
DESCRIPTION:Join Melanie Holmes’s Author Talk on Saturday\, April 12th at Noon. Learn about all of the amazing things to do in our state. \n  \n100 Things to Do in Illinois Before You Die introduces you to the state’s rich history\, showcasing places with some of the best food and entertainment Illinois has to offer. Local author Melanie Holmes shares her favorite tips about her home state. \n 
URL:https://www.olneypubliclibrary.org/event/100-things-to-do-in-illinois-before-you-die-author-visit/
LOCATION:Olney Public Library\, 400 W Main St.\, Olney\, IL\, 62450\, United States
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SUMMARY:Horticulture Talks: Gardening 101 April 14th 5pm
DESCRIPTION:Horticulture Talks with Illinois Extension: Gardening 101 \n📅 Date: April 14\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 5:00 PM\n📍 Location: Olney Public Library\, 400 W Main St.\, Olney\, IL 62450 \nEmbark on your gardening journey with confidence by attending “Gardening 101\,” a comprehensive workshop presented by the Illinois Extension at the Olney Public Library. This session is tailored for beginners eager to cultivate their green thumbs and establish a thriving garden. \nWhether you’re planning a vegetable plot\, a flower bed\, or a mixed garden\, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to get started. \n📞 For more information or to register\, contact us at: 618-392-3711\n🌐 Visit our website: Olney Public Library Events \nJoin us on April 14th to lay the groundwork for a successful and rewarding gardening experience! \n#OlneyPublicLibrary #IllinoisExtension #Gardening101 #BeginnerGardening #Horticulture #GreenThumb
URL:https://www.olneypubliclibrary.org/event/horticulture-talks-gardening-101-april-14th-5pm/
LOCATION:Olney Public Library\, 400 W Main St.\, Olney\, IL\, 62450\, United States
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SUMMARY:Backyard Bird Watching 4/21 5:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Join us learn about backyard birds\, what to look for\, bird calls and how to attract birds to your yard. \nPresented by Douglas Hart Nature Center. \nApril 21st at 5:30
URL:https://www.olneypubliclibrary.org/event/backyard-bird-watching-4-21-530pm/
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SUMMARY:Used Book Sale - Preview Event 4/25 2pm-4pm
DESCRIPTION:April 25th is Preview Night 2pm -4pm \nHardback Books are only $1 \nPaperback books are only $.50 \nSaturday get a bag of books for $5 \n  \nSaturday is the book sale from 10am – 4pm
URL:https://www.olneypubliclibrary.org/event/used-book-sale-preview-event-4-25-2pm-4pm/
LOCATION:Olney Public Library\, 400 W Main St.\, Olney\, IL\, 62450\, United States
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SUMMARY:Used Book Sale 4/26 10AM-4PM
DESCRIPTION:Hardback Books are only $1 \nPaperback books are only $.50 \nSaturday get a bag of books for $5 \nApril 25th is Preview Night 2pm -4pm  & Saturday is the book sale from 10am – 4pm
URL:https://www.olneypubliclibrary.org/event/used-book-sale-4-26-10am-4pm/
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SUMMARY:Horticulture Talks: Getting Started with Composting. April 28th 5pm
DESCRIPTION:Horticulture Talks with Illinois Extension: Getting Started with Composting \n📅 Date: April 28\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 5:00 PM\n📍 Location: Olney Public Library \nTurn your kitchen scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich compost with ease! Join us at the Olney Public Library for “Getting Started with Composting\,” a hands-on horticulture talk presented by Illinois Extension. This beginner-friendly session will teach you how to reduce waste\, improve soil health\, and create a more sustainable garden through composting. \n♻️ Topics Covered:\n✅ The basics of composting and how it works\n✅ What materials to compost (and what to avoid)\n✅ Different composting methods\n✅ Tips for maintaining a healthy\, odor-free compost pile\n✅ How to use finished compost in your garden \nWhether you’re an avid gardener or just looking to be more eco-friendly\, this event will equip you with the knowledge to start composting successfully at home. \n#OlneyPublicLibrary #IllinoisExtension #Composting101 #SustainableGardening #EcoFriendly #Horticulture
URL:https://www.olneypubliclibrary.org/event/horticulture-talks-getting-started-with-composting-april-28th-5pm/
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Author Lee Martin: "The Evening Shades"
DESCRIPTION:An Evening with Author Lee Martin: “The Evening Shades”\n📅 Date: April 30\, 2024⏰ Time: 6:00 PM📍 Location: Olney Library \nJoin us at Olney Library for a special evening with award-winning author Lee Martin\, as he discusses his latest novel\, The Evening Shades. Known for his masterful storytelling and deeply compelling characters\, Martin will share insights into his writing process\, the themes behind his newest work\, and the inspiration that drives his craft. \nWhether you’re a longtime fan or discovering his work for the first time\, this is a unique opportunity to engage with a celebrated author\, ask questions\, and immerse yourself in the world of literature. Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow book lovers and explore the art of storytelling in an intimate library setting. \nFree and open to the public. Arrive early to secure your spot!
URL:https://www.olneypubliclibrary.org/event/an-evening-with-author-lee-martin-the-evening-shades/
LOCATION:Olney Public Library\, 400 W Main St.\, Olney\, IL\, 62450\, United States
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