Thanksgiving Holiday Closings

All Rock Island Library buildings will close at 6pm Wednesday, Nov. 27, and remain closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28 & 29, for the Thanksgiving holiday. Library2Go routes are also cancelled. 

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Eat Fresh, Eat Local: Preserve Like a Pro

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Are you planning on preserving your garden’s bounty? This session will cover the pros and cons of canning, freezing, drying and fermenting your favorite foods. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of which food preservation method to use and where to find reputable resources. Presenter: Kristin Bogdonas

Register now here: https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=23351

If you will need an accommodation in order to participate, please email Diane Reinhold, dreinhol@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs.