ALTON - The Hayner Public Library District is gearing up for a busy December. “We’ve got a lot going on, as usual,” said Executive Director Mary Cordes. “We’re gearing up for a couple of programs that are coming up.” On Dec. 7, 2024, the library will host several events for community members to attend, starting with the Genealogy and Local History Library Open House . Located at 401 State Street in Alton, the Genealogy and Local History Library will welcome people from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to enjoy cookies, lemonade, puzzles and more as they tour the library. Cordes shared that the library is “beautiful” and will be decorated for Christmas, complete with roaring fireplaces. She hopes to see many people come out and enjoy the library while learning what all it has to offer. “It’s decorated like a Victorian-inspired Christmas wonderland,” she said. “If you have not been to the Genealogy and Local History
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