• Exploring History Through Ancestry: Commemorating America250 through Genealogy and Heritage

    Putnam County Public Library District 214 S. McCoy Street, Granville, IL

    Becky Hill Piliponis of the Illini Chapter and Jean Galetti of the Chief Senachwine Chapter will present an informative program about the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). The presentation will highlight the organization’s distinguished history, explain how to trace one’s genealogy to potential Revolutionary War ancestors, and outline the process of becoming a member. […]

  • Chapter 250: Reading America’s Stories Together (Teen)

    Putnam County Public Library District 214 S. McCoy Street, Granville, IL

    The Putnam County Public Library District will host the inaugural young adult meeting of Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together, a community book club exploring the American Revolution through shared reading, discussion, and film. The event will take place on Wednesday, January 28th, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the McNabb Branch, with a virtual option […]

  • Lock, Stock, and Liberty: The Story of the Kentucky Rifle

    Putnam County Public Library District 214 S. McCoy Street, Granville, IL

    Attendees will discover the fascinating history of the Kentucky Rifle — the uniquely American firearm that became a symbol of skill, ingenuity, and independence. Gun collector and historian Curt Johnson will explore how this iconic rifle was crafted, used, and celebrated during the American Revolution. He will also bring three antique long rifles as part […]