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Measuring Time
The Ancient Egyptian Invention of the Clock
Tuesday, June 02
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ages 16 and up
Who invented the clock and how did people tell time in ancient Egypt, particularly at night? Foy Scalf, Ph.D., from the Oriental Institute of the University of Chicago, discusses methods of ancient time-keeping and how it relates to the Egyptian’s conception of knowledge.
This event will now be held online using Zoom. To participate, all you need is a device (desktop, laptop, tablet or smartphone) with a camera, microphone and an internet connection. Or, if you don't have a device, you can call into the event with your phone.
Register in advance for this meeting:
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Warrenville Public Library District
Hours
About the branch
The Warrenville Public Library District was established in 1979 to provide library services to the residents of Warrenville and nearby unincorporated areas. The District operates out of a single facility located at 28W751 Stafford Place, Warrenville, IL.
Through warrenville.com, 24/7 services include digital content availability, database use, event registration and the ability to place books and other items on hold through the catalog.
In 2020, WPLD joined the SWAN Library Services consortium, making over 8,000,000 items available to our members.
WPLD members and guests have access to many amenities: Study and Meeting Rooms, Quiet Room with fireplace, casual seating areas, Discovery Room for children, Teen Lounge, cold beverage vending café, free wifi and computers.
The library is located in the heart of Warrenville’s civic center near the intersection of Batavia and Butterfield Roads. Additional parking and a second entrance are available off of Mount St. and Manning Avenue.