Illinois Libraries PresentExternal Link provides high-quality online events at equitable prices for participating Illinois public member libraries of all sizes and budgets. We connect communities and audiences across the state through shared event experiences.
ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation and Closed Captioning are provided for all events by default—no special request needed. To request accommodations not listed, please email illinoislibrariespresent@ila.org.
Season 6 Event Preview
Illinois Libraries Present virtual programs will return for it's 6 season (September 2026–May 2027) in the Fall. More info coming soon!
Inside the Empire of AI with Karen HaoThursday, September 17
7:00–8:00 p.m.
Preserving History with Geoffery BaerTuesday, October 20
7:00–8:00 p.m.
Words, Power, and Community: Dr. Eve L. EwingThursday, November 12
7:00–8:00 p.m.
Funny on Purpose with Sasheer ZamataTuesday, January 19, 2027
7:00–8:00 p.m.
Navigating Hallowed Ground with David GrannThursday, February 18, 2027
7:00–8:00 p.m.
Global Voices, Personal Stories: Megha MajumdarTuesday, March 16, 2027
7:00–8:00 p.m.
The Shape of a Story: Ocean VuongTuesday, April 13, 2027
7:00–8:00 p.m.
On Resistance and Responsibility with Angela DavisTuesday, May 11, 2027
7:00–8:00 p.m.
These events are 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 the 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).
This new virtual event series is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Rolling Meadows Library.
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