Today, with an ever-growing roster of innovative activities for children, teens and adults, the Potomac Public Library is again the heart of the community, attracting growing numbers of avid readers, history lovers, crafters and gardeners from within our district as well as neighboring towns such as Armstrong, Collison, Henning and beyond.
The future looks bright, and it’s the ongoing support of our community that’s sustained us, ensuring that the Potomac Public Library will be here to inspire dreamers and doers for generations to come.
The title for January is "The Women" by Kristin Hannah. Everyone welcome. From master storyteller Kristin Hannah, #1 New York Times…
Join comedian, actress and producer Michelle Buteau in an online/Zoom conversation with Greta Johnsen. Michelle is the creator/writer/star…
Illinois Libraries Present James McBride, an award-winning author, musician, and screenwriter. His landmark memoir, The Color of Water, was published…
Join comedian, actress, and producer Michelle Buteau in conversation with Greta Johnsen. Michelle is the creator/writer/star of the Netflix series Survival of the Thickest, inspired by her autobiographical book of essays of the same name. She is also the host of two popular reality competition shows - The Circle and Barbecue Showdown, and hosts the popular podcast, Adulting. In 2024, she starred in Babes alongside fellow comedian/actress Ilana Glazer. Free but registration required. To request accommodations, email [email protected]. This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
Jan. 23 -7 pm Comedian Michelle Buteau
“Women can be heroes, too.” From master storyteller Kristin Hannah, the story of an idealistic young woman who dares to choose a different path for her life during the turbulent 1960s and the Vietnam war.
7 p.m. Jan. 22
