ON THIS DAY in 1973, A patent for the ATM is granted to Don Wetzel, Tom Barnes and George Chastain.
Vets in the Arts and MCCC present Standard Issue June 6 & 7 @ 7pm / June 8 @ 2pm. Set in a modern-era, three-year Army tour, Standard Issue is a locally written, produced, and orchestrated musical performed by Southern Illinois Veterans, and other local artists. Created specifically to support, employ, and encourage Veterans in the arts, this production highlights the distinctive bond shared by American Veterans. Audiences will laugh, learn, and be moved as Veterans relive shared experiences through an abstract set design, dynamic lighting, and 16 original songs, all performed by a 15-piece live orchestra.
In Marion, The United Way Summer Reading Program is this Saturday, June 7, from 10 am till 3 pm at the United Way office at 1800 W Boulevard Street. Parents and children - from toddlers to teens - can fill a tote bag with their choice of 3 books, plus snacks and other activity items. See today’s almanac for more information. https://www.uwsihelps.org/
As part of the Southern Illinois Music Festival, Carbondale Public Library hosts Jive with Jazz, an interactive concert designed to expose children to the joys of live music. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to expose youngsters to live music in informal atmospheres. Join the fun on Friday, June 6th from 10 to 11am.
Homeschool Without Borders is a relaxed chat/brainstorm session to help support home education in our community. All who are currently or considering homeschooling are welcome. Meets monthly on the second Monday of the month from 6-7pm at Carbondale Public Library. Hosted by Renee Schwartz.
