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Monday, April 13
 

10:00am CDT

Exhibits Opening & Morning Break
Monday April 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT

Monday April 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Chicago Ballroom E

11:30am CDT

Lunch On Your Own
Monday April 13, 2026 11:30am - 1:30pm CDT
Monday April 13, 2026 11:30am - 1:30pm CDT
TBA

12:00pm CDT

Harold Washington Library Center Tour **Please note details in description**
Monday April 13, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Join other conference attendees for a guided tour of the Harold Washington Library Center location of the Chicago Public Library! Please note that the tour has a limited capacity, so if your plans change, please remember to remove it from your schedule so others know a space is available. The tour will begin at noon; attendees should meet the tour in the first-floor lobby of the library. Attendees wishing to travel as a group may meet at the Local Arrangements table at 11:30. Public transportation (recommended) is available via the Red Line train
Monday April 13, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Offsite

12:00pm CDT

Wisconsin-Illinois Innovative Users Group (WILIUG) Lunch **Limited capacity - please see description for registration details**
Monday April 13, 2026 12:00pm - 1:15pm CDT
Join us for the WILIUG Birds of a Feather Lunch at IUG! Take a break from the conference buzz and connect with fellow WILIUG members over a true Chicago lunch. It’s the perfect chance to swap ideas, catch up with old friends, and meet new ones over good food and conversation.

When: Monday, April 13, 2025 • 12:00–1:15 p.m.

Where: Gino's East
162 E Superior St.
Chicago, IL 60611

Registration: Click here to register. 

This lunch is free for WILIUG members, and we’ll have options available to accommodate a variety of dietary needs.

Not a member yet or unsure of your status? Visit the Membership page to join or confirm before registering.

We can’t wait to see you there!
Monday April 13, 2026 12:00pm - 1:15pm CDT
Offsite

2:30pm CDT

Afternoon Break
Monday April 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:00pm CDT

Monday April 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Chicago Ballroom E

5:45pm CDT

IUG Dine Around: The Purple Pig - RSVP Required
Monday April 13, 2026 5:45pm - 8:00pm CDT
Visiting Chicago for IUG and don’t know what’s “good” to eat? Love discovering local restaurants, but don’t have anyone to eat with? This will be an opportunity to network with a group of peers over a delicious meal. 

You'll be dining at: The Purple Pig
Walking Score: 10/10 (Immediate Vicinity)

We'll meet inside the conference hotel lobby directly in front of the hotel check in counter at 5:45pm.
We'll get you back in time for the Innovative Reception.

Each diner is responsible for their own bill.

Space for this event is LIMITED. Please RSVP by adding the event to your schedule in the sched app - once the event limit has been reached this will show as full. If you change your mind, please remove this from your schedule so others can attend
Speakers
Monday April 13, 2026 5:45pm - 8:00pm CDT
Offsite

5:45pm CDT

IUG Dine Around: The Smith - RSVP Required
Monday April 13, 2026 5:45pm - 8:00pm CDT
Visiting Chicago for IUG and don’t know what’s “good” to eat? Love discovering local restaurants, but don’t have anyone to eat with? This will be an opportunity to network with a group of peers over a delicious meal. 

You'll be dining at: The Smith
Walking Score: 8/10 (Standard City Walk)

We'll meet inside the conference hotel lobby directly in front of the hotel check in counter at 5:45pm.
We'll get you back in time for the Innovative Reception.

Each diner is responsible for their own bill.

Space for this event is LIMITED. Please RSVP by adding the event to your schedule in the sched app - once the event limit has been reached this will show as full. If you change your mind, please remove this from your schedule so others can attend
Speakers
Monday April 13, 2026 5:45pm - 8:00pm CDT
Offsite

6:00pm CDT

IUG Dine Around: Weber Grill - RSVP Required
Monday April 13, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Visiting Chicago for IUG and don’t know what’s “good” to eat? Love discovering local restaurants, but don’t have anyone to eat with? This will be an opportunity to network with a group of peers over a delicious meal. 

You'll be dining at: Weber Grill 
Walking Score: 10/10 (Immediate Vicinity)

We'll meet inside the conference hotel lobby directly in front of the hotel check in counter at 5:45pm.
We'll get you back in time for the Innovative Reception.

Each diner is responsible for their own bill.

Space for this event is LIMITED. Please RSVP by adding the event to your schedule in the sched app - once the event limit has been reached this will show as full. If you change your mind, please remove this from your schedule so others can attend
Speakers
LA

Lauren Arnsman

Head of Digital Services, Troy Public Library
Monday April 13, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Offsite

8:00pm CDT

All-Conference Dessert Reception
Monday April 13, 2026 8:00pm - 10:00pm CDT
Monday April 13, 2026 8:00pm - 10:00pm CDT
Chicago Ballroom A-D
 
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