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The public is invited to a book signing for “Privilege and Privation: A Love Story” by author Todd Parnell to benefit the Every Child Promise Initiative from 6-7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 13, at The Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave.

The books will be available for $25 with Parnell and ECP coordinator Dana Carroll on hand to discuss the project’s goal of raising $100,000 for a permanent scholarship fund to help Springfield families access high-quality pre-school opportunities. The scholarship fund will receive 100 percent of the proceeds.

It's that time of year again! Join us for our second annual Yule Duel at our 5th annual Holiday Party! This year we're taking the party down south to 4 By 4 Brewing Company. Food will be provided as well as a beer on us for the first 25 in attendance!

How the Yule Duel works:

A retired engineer, is a self-taught digital artist; altering the focus and flare of original photographs. He primarily begins with nature shots, and though he creates for himself, O'Neal says it's nice to create joy for others.

Families with children in grades K-6 are invited to attend Art Exploration at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15, in the Library Station Story Hour Room, 2535 N. Kansas Expressway.

Come and create using your imagination and a range of artistic styles and mediums. This month’s activity is Collage and Recycled Materials. Materials will be provided.

For more information on this free program call 865-1340.

Adults are invited to attend Celebrate the Holidays with Courthouse Chorale at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 14, at the Midtown Carnegie Branch Library, 397 E. Central St.

Enjoy light refreshments on the first floor while this vocal ensemble of Greene County officials and employees performs holiday favorites.

For more information on this free program call 862-0135.