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On December 3rd 1818, Illinois achieved full statehood and became the 21st state. To celebrate its birthday, the Moraine Valley Library created a display at the front entrance, and is serving cake at noon. Also, on the State of Illinois website, Illinoisans voted on what are some of its greatest people, places, and moments in… Continue reading Happy 200th Birthday, Illinois!

Before you click “Purchase” on your next online order, or stand in line for deals at a big box retailer, consider these findings of economic studies that show why you should consider shopping small and local. 1. You create jobs in the community Local businesses create jobs both directly and indirectly. When you shop locally,… Continue reading To Get a Greater Return on Your Holiday Shopping… Consider the Proven Economic Benefits Of Shopping at Small Local Businesses

Brr! It’s colder here than in some parts of Alaska. Fortunately for us, the Caribbean Steel Pan music of Trinidad and Tobago, will warm up the chilly bodies of Moraine Valley students and staff. To preview Steel Pan music, click here. To read more about the history of Steel Pan music, click here. From the… Continue reading Warm up to the Sounds of the Caribbean at the Dorothy Menker Theater Friday, November 30th.

In honor of Stan Lee’s passing, here is video footage of his 2014 speech at the American Library Association in Las Vegas. Hear the stories behind legendary comic characters, then check out one of our many Stan Lee titles we offer both in print and online. Main speech On Villains Creative Process Writing    

Celebrate then end of National Hispanic Heritage Month with the beautiful diversity, warmth, and cultural richness of Latin America with inspiring works of classical music by Latin American composers. Click on the links to hear a brief selection of composers and performers  whose bodies of work are still being celebrated today. 1) Arturo Márquez: Danzon… Continue reading Closeout Hispanic Heritage Month with Classical Music