Explore the wonders of Xi’an, China through the eyes of one of your very own librarians. Tune in to listen to her adventures in the Shaanxi province that was once the country’s capital. In this presentation filled with vibrant photos and videos of her expeditions, she will share experiences of her time in China and how music got her through expected bouts of homesickness. Join us, February 11th at 6:30 pm for this exciting presentation.
Notice is hereby given that the President and Board of Trustees of the Zion-Benton Public Library District will hold a special meeting at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, January 28, 2021 online via Zoom, for the following purposes: to discuss the Directors Search. Please visit this page for a copy of the agenda: https://zblibrary.info/agendas/
Do you have a poem you’ve been dying to get heard? Perhaps you’d like to read your favorite Maya Angelou poem? Whatever it might be, come check out The Poetry Hour. A whole hour dedicated to the wonderful art of poetry. Come with your rhymes or just to listen. This month in honor of Black History Month, the theme is Poems for Freedom.
Was one of your New Year’s resolutions to get back into journaling? Or have you always wanted to, but never got around to starting? Sign up today for The Joys of Journaling on January 28th at 6:30 pm where you can learn the benefits of journaling, the different types, and even get prompts to get you started! Included with sign up is a free journal and pen available through curbside pickup!
Join us this winter and spring for process art kits!
There are two different kit series: for 1 and 2 year olds,
and for 3-6 year olds.
Kits will be given out through Curbside pickup every other week from January 12th through April 19th.
All of these projects are designed to be done side by side with your child. This is for safety reasons, and also because working on art projects together is a great chance to talk and develop those language skills!
Notice is hereby given that the Budget and Finance Committee of the Zion-Benton Public Library District will meet online via ZOOM at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, January 19, 2021. Follow link for agenda: https://zblibrary.info/agendas/
The information in this Notice applies to the Election for Library Trustees at the Consolidated Election schedule for April 6, 2021
Per consultation with the Lake County Clerk’s Office – due to the Holiday period Objections will be taken on the following dates.
Tuesday, December 22: 10am-4pm
Wednesday, December 23: 10am – 4pm
Monday, December 28: 10am – 4pm
Tuesday, December 29: 10am – 4pm
For additional information regarding Objections please see the State Board of Elections website. www.elections.il.gov or contact the Lake County Clerk’s Office.
The information in this Notice applies to candidates for Library Trustee at the Consolidated Election scheduled for April 6, 2021.
Library Trustee Candidates may file candidate petitions at the Zion-Benton Public Library, 2400 Gabriel Avenue, Zion, Illinois on the following dates and times:
Monday December 14, 2020 through Thursday, December 17, 2020 between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.;
Monday December 21, 2020 between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Levy Ordinance 20/21-O-X, “LEVYING TAXES FOR CORPORATE PURPOSES FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 2020 and ENDING ON JUNE 30, 2021 FOR ZION-BENTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT, LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS