Library News

Our new Genealogy & Local History Corner puts all of your resources in one spot! Use the microfilm machine or the computer dedicated for genealogy and local history research, browse through the Local History collection, or request a one-on-one hour with our Genealogy expert on staff.

For more genealogy and local history resources, visit our Genealogy page.

UPDATE 2:30 PM: Everything should be stable and working now. If you have any issues, please call the Library and let us know. Thank you!

ORIGINAL: Our system for checking library card logins for My Account and resources such as Lynda.com and Consumer Reports is currently having access issues. You may not be able to login to these services, or may only be able to log in intermittently. We apologize for the inconvenience and are in contact with our providers about a solution. In the meantime, if we can assist by phone, please call the library at 815-485-2605.

It's a Summer Learning Challenge wrap-up party!

Event Details
Saturday, July 27, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
All ages
Outside behind the Library

Come see, feed, and pet a variety of farm animals from Forest View Farms. Petting farm animals include pigs, chickens, sheep, geese, ducks, llamas, goats, and some surprise animals too!

Event occurs rain or shine, so dress for fun whatever the weather.

Update on Friday, July 12: The second floor is cool again! Thank you to our community for being flexible and patient with our AC issues.

Original Message: We are currently having issues with rising temperatures on the second floor of the Library. The second floor may be unavailable due to temperatures in excess of 85º. Temporary laptops for public use/internet access will be available in the meeting rooms downstairs. Staff will be available to retrieve items upstairs if requested. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your flexibility as we fix this issue.

The library’s internet and phone services are currently down. We are working with our provider on the problem and will keep you updated. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Update at 12:45 PM: Our service is back up.