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Melissa

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I've been the voice behind the library’s marketing materials, website and social media since 2015. I'm a huge fan of audiobooks and mostly read mysteries, thrillers, celebrity autobiographies and YA fiction. I love pop culture, playing trivia, s'mores and the color pink. I love writing about all the amazing things you can do with your library card.


Maker March 2021

Posted by Melissa on March 1, 2021
Children & Tweens Events Resources & Services Studio 300 Teens Maker, STEAM, STEAM & Maker Fun

Since we can’t be together in person for our annual Maker Faire, we’re giving you a full month of maker fun! Beginning Monday, March 1, join us here for maker, DIY and STEAM-related activities for the entire family. We’ll release…

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Melissa’s Book Talk: You Were There Too by Colleen Oakley

Posted by Melissa on February 25, 2021
Books & More Adult Fiction, Book Talk, OverDrive, Romance

Melissa is back with another contemporary romance book talk. This month, she is discussing You Were There Too by Colleen Oakley, the heart-wrenching and unforgettable love story about a woman who must choose between the man she loves and the…

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Dennis’ Movie Review: Uncut Gems

Posted by Melissa on February 18, 2021
Movies, Music & Entertainment Blu-ray, DVD, Movie Review, Movies, Roku

I’ve been browsing our shelves and digital collection to discover exciting movies, TV shows and books to share with our patrons. Enjoy this look at Uncut Gems starring Adam Sandler, the story of a charismatic jeweler that makes a high-stakes bet…

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Money Smart Week: April 10–17, 2021

Posted by Melissa on February 16, 2021
Events Finance, Money Smart Week

Everyone has been hit financially by the pandemic. This year, we are dedicated to providing resources to help you and your family save and manage your finances. Created by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago in 2002, Money Smart Week®…

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Early Voting for the Spring Consolidated Election (April 2021)

Posted by Melissa on February 16, 2021
News & Notices Resources & Services Early Voting, Election

Save time by voting early! All Will County residents are invited to vote early for the Tuesday, April 6 Consolidated Election at our library. Early voting will take place in Meeting Room A, located on the 1st floor just past…

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Telling A People’s Story Special Exhibit: February 3–March 15, 2021

Posted by Melissa on February 2, 2021
Books & More Children & Tweens Events #ownvoices, Black History, Children's Books, Special Exhibit

We’re excited to showcase, Telling a People’s Story, a traveling panel exhibit focused on African-American children’s illustrated literature on loan from the Miami University Art Museum. The presentation of this genre offers a lens into the cultural, historical and social makeup…

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Melissa’s Book Talk: The Happy Ever After Playlist by Abby Jimenez

Posted by Melissa on January 28, 2021
Books & More Adult Fiction, Axis360, Book Talk, OverDrive, Romance

Melissa from Outreach Services is usually our resident mystery/thriller reader, but this month she switched it up for The Happy Ever After Playlist by Abby Jimenez, a contemporary romance novel (*gasp*). Did the switch up pay off? Watch Melissa’s book…

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COVID-19 Update

Posted by Melissa on January 15, 2021
News & Notices COVID-19, Digital Collection, Drive-thru, eResources, Studio 300

Update as of Friday, January 15, 2021: Beginning Friday, January 15, 2021 The following services have been restored: Limited public computers are available. This includes computers located in our 2nd floor Computer Commons, Children’s Services Department and Studio 300. Studio…

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Melissa’s Book Talk: The Wife Stalker by Liv Constantine

Posted by Melissa on December 23, 2020
Books & More Adult Fiction, Axis 360, Book Talk, OverDrive, Suspense, Thriller

It’s no secret by now that Melissa from Outreach Services loves thrillers and mysteries. This month, she’s discussing The Wife Stalker by Liv Constantine. Though Melissa had mixed feelings about the book, she recommends it for people who want something…

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Winter 2021 Learning Circles

Posted by Melissa on December 18, 2020
Events Studio 300 Computers, Learning Circles, Writing

Our Learning Circles model helps you study a topic of interest in-depth with other people from your community. Each seven-week Learning Circle focuses on a single topic. The group takes an online course together and then meets regularly to discuss…

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