Tuesdays at Ten | Libraries: Global Reach - Local Touch
Tuesday, June 02
10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library
Robeson Pavilion Room A & BJoin us at the library for coffee, socializing, and learning something new.
This summer, we'll celebrate our library’s 150th anniversary during Tuesdays at Ten with a dive into library and local history. We have a lineup of experts ready to share stories, old and new.
Barbara J. Ford will join us this week to talk about her ALA initiative titled "Libraries: Global Reach - Local Touch." Libraries around the world serve local communities while providing global connections. These connections promote international education, understanding, and peace.
About the Presenter: Barbara J. Ford worked in academic and public libraries for over 50 years. She was president of the American Library Association 1997-1998 and served as director of the Mortenson Center for International Library Programs at the University of Illinois from 2003-2014. Learn more about Ms. Ford here.
Tuesdays at Ten | Summer 2026
- June 2, Libraries: Global Reach - Local Touch
- June 9, The History of Children's Literature
- June 16, Women’s Baseball in Illinois and the Midwest
- June 23, Historic Buildings and Businesses of Champaign
- June 30, Learn Your Story: Researching and Resources
- July 7, The Egyptian Trail: Early Roadways in Champaign County
- July 14, History of Libraries in the CU Area
- July 21, From Urbana to Hollywood in the 1920's
- July 28, Historic Buildings and Businesses of Urbana
Main Library
Our beautiful, state-of-the-art Main Library opened on January 6, 2008. You’ll find a wide variety of books, movies, and music, as well as free events for all ages. Looking for tech options? We offer free Wifi, dozens of public computers with internet access, and public meeting rooms.