How to get a free copy of Lab Girl

Over 1,000 copies of Lab Girl will be available for free and distributed through curbside events and local libraries. For up-to-date information, go to https://bit.ly/BigReadSangamonCounty

Curbside pickup:

• Feb. 27, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 2941 S. Koke Mill Rd., Springfield

• March 1, 4 p.m.-6 p.m., Union Baptist Church,

1405 E Monroe St., Springfield

• Beginning March 1, while supplies last, copies can also be picked up from Lincoln Library (217-753-4900) and Lincoln Land Community College Library (217-786-2354). Contact these libraries directly for book availability, large print and audio options, and operating hours.

Visit a “Little Library” in your neighborhood, and after you’ve read the book return it to the Little Library for others to enjoy. Other area libraries will also have copies available for checkout. –Karen Witter

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