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Thornton, IL 60476
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Sat 10:00-4:00 PM
Worlds of information and imagination
Museums, Libby, and Education
Explore our discounted museum passes through Museum Adventure Pass and Explore More Illinois. As you’re traveling, check out a book, magazine, or audiobook from our Libby app, and don’t forget your homework or extra worksheets with Educate Station!
The adventure begins at your Illinois library! Use the smartest card—your library card—to receive admission or a special discount at participating Chicago-area cultural destinations!
Explore More Illinois is a free service provided by your library that provides instant online access to free or discounted tickets to museums, science centers, zoos, theaters, and other fun local cultural venues.
Thornton Public Library has partnered with Rolling Prairie Digital Consortium to offer you access to Overdrive/Libby! Books, magazines, and audiobooks. Plus, you can enjoy offline reading.
Northstar Digital Literacy
Northstar is a program of Literacy Minnesota, whose mission is to share the power of learning through education, community building, and advocacy.
Complete an assessment of your choice and then take the course. Sign up and use the pin Y3WJ.
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