A one-page summary of our upcoming events in May!
 Backyard Greenhouse Basics
University of Illinois Extension Office Gardening Webinar Thursday, May 26th 6:30 PM Drake Family - Heartland Bank Community Room Greenhouses, regardless of their shape or size, allow us to get a head start on our favorite plants and be outside whilst the weather is bleak. Learn from U of I Extension Horticulture Educator, Kim Ellison, about how to get the most out of your greenhouse this season. Patrons are encouraged to register in advance for this event by going online (Scroll down the list at the right to find the correct program and click on that link). You can also register by calling the library, 527-4360.  Watersmart Gardening University of Illinois Extension Office Gardening Webinar Thursday, April 28th 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm Drake Family - Heartland Bank Community Room With water sometimes a precious commodity, especially during the summer with droughts, WaterSmart Gardening will provide helpful hints on minimizing and conserving water, while still maintaining a healthy landscape. U of I Extension Specialist, David Robson, will share tips and techniques and the latest in watering equipment. Patrons are encouraged to register in advance for this event by going online (Scroll down the list at the right to find the correct program and click on that link). You can also register by calling the library, 527-4360.  Thursday, May 12th
6:30 PM Drake Family - Heartland Bank Community Room The EPPL will host a University of Illinois Extension Office Webinar on 'Utilizing Containers and Raised Beds to Grow Vegetables'. Nancy Kreith, Extension Office Horticulture Educator will explain how to use above ground growing systems for safe and fruitful production of your favorite backyard vegetables. Patrons are encouraged to register in advance for this event by going online (Scroll down the list at the right to find the correct program and click on that link). You can also register by calling the library, 527-4360.  The next Adult Coloring Party will be on Thursday, May 19th from 5:30 pm to 7 pm. Drop by and have some relaxing fun with others who share your interest!
 On Tuesday, May 10th, the Master Gardeners will be planting a Butterfly Pollinator Garden at the EPPL! Kids are welcome to come and help plant flowers. A craft, snack, and story will also be part of the fun! The event is from 3:15 pm to 4:30 pm.
 Jefferson Park/GGS Title 1 Programs & the El Paso Public Library are all getting together to put on Reading Gives you Superpowers!
This will be held on Tuesday, May 3rd from 3:15 PM to 4:30 PM at the EPPL (El Paso Public Library). We hope you can attend this event with your family for some SUPER HERO themed FUN! Some of the SUPER activities that are planned include: Super Hero Mask face painting by the Zoo Lady Cape and Shield Craft Super Hero Bingo Snack Family Photo Booth Stories/Videos Free Super Hero book & goodie bag This program is intended for kids from kindergarten to 3rd grade but younger and older kids can also come. Please do not drop kids off for this one, the whole family should attend! .  EPPL has a new copy machine!
The price of color copies has changed. A single sided color copy is now 40 cents, while a double sided color copy is 80 cents. All other prices (black & white copies, faxes) have stayed the same. |
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