General/Family
Cynthia Clampitt Presentation: “How Corn Changed Itself and Then Changed Everything Else”
"How Corn Changed Itself and Then Changed Everything Else" This presentation by food historian Cynthia Clampitt dives deep into the role of corn in American history, and particularly Illinois history. Click here to register. This event is being produced by Danville Public Library in partnership with Illinois Humanities. The Illinois Humanities Road Scholars […]
Weaving Exhibit with Sharon Bowles
Expert Weaver Sharon Bowles will have her loom on display for us on Wednesday, October 7. She will demonstrate use and care of the loom. Come see her in action! 2nd floor of the library
Spoon River Anthology – Paddy & Jon Lynn
Paddy and Jon Lynn present "Spoon River Anthology". The book, written in 1915 by Edgar Lee Masters, shines a light on lives of Illinoisans in the early 20th Century. Paddy and Jon Lynn will perform selections from "Spoon River Anthology" on Saturday, October 24 at 2 p.m. via Zoom. Register here.
The Kilted Man – Celtic Music
The Kilted Man (Matt Gurnsey) is coming to DPL virtually to perform a Harry Potter inspired program, featuring Celtic Music. The Kilted Man delights audiences of all ages with his rousing performances of traditional Irish and Scottish music. Coinciding with Downtown Danville's Potterfest, Gurnsey is performing Saturday, November 7 at 2 p.m. via Zoom. Register […]