Library Calendar

RBML’s new exhibit celebrates the 75th anniversary of Gwendolyn Brooks’s 'Annie Allen' – the poetry collection that won the first Pulitzer Prize by a Black author – and explores the rich history of Black literature’s emergence into the mainstream. On display through May 2025.

In honor of 90 years of the Preservation Services Unit, the staff has curated an exhibit that tells the story of our department. If you've ever worked with us, wondered what we were doing behind the scenes, or want to know more about the history of the unit, come see the exhibit in the Main Library Gallery and North-South Corridor during the month of April 2025.

The RBML welcomes Justine Murison on Thursday, April 3, from 3-5pm in 346 Main Library to speak about her new edition of the 1850 novel. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing. This event is free and all are welcome to attend, and refreshments will be served.

Join Preservation Services for program history and highlights, refreshments, and exhibit viewing.

Join us for a hands-on journey through history! Play historical board games that bring the past to life as you roll the dice, make your moves, and uncover the stories behind them. Perfect for all ages, this interactive in-person event invites families, students, and community members to connect, learn, and have fun. Don’t just study history—experience it through play!

Relax and join the library government information team to play a fun game of jeopardy! The categories will be government related, with both state and federal trivia. Snacks will be provided and prizes will be awarded. Play by yourself, or with a group of friends. There are a limited number of spots, so pre-register to secure a spot to play.

This event celebrates world poetry in translation. If you are interested in poetry in different languages, please consider attending the event.

The Library has several locations open to welcome admitted students. Stop by to learn more about the libraries at Illinois

Attention students: Join us in room 106 of the Main Library on Tuesday, April 15th from 12-1 pm to learn about nutrition resources and how to create easy charcuterie board meals. Each attendee will receive a small charcuterie board. Food provided. FREE!

Drop by the Orange Room of the Main Library anytime between 1-3 pm to learn from skilled crafters how to crochet, make friendship bracelets, or try sashiko (Japanese visible mending). Beginners welcome! Free!

It is a truth universally acknowledged that a college student in possession of free time must be in want of a good book... Join us on Tuesday, 4/29 from 11 am-1 pm in the Orange Room of the Main Library and find your next next favorite romance book and have a cup of tea!