September 2024
We’re gearing up for fall at the library with some exciting new offerings for adults and kids. Keep reading and mark your calendars for a fun September with your favorite librarians!
Lego Club
Lego Club continues to meet once a month with leader and librarian Lacie Martin! Lego Club is open to kids in Kindergarten – 5th grades and requires NO SIGN UP. Walk-in one Wednesday of each month from 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. and enjoy our Lego stash and other fun activities!
Next meeting: Wednesday, September 4th, 2024 @ 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Questions? Ask a librarian! 815-246-9543
Adult Craft Night
Adults
September 2024
Join librarian Nina Lopez for this month’s in-person adult craft night. Nina will lead the group in making the most adorable mini libraries! Sign up now; spaces are limited.
September 16th @ 6:00 – 8:00pm
Pre-K Craft Packets
Call or stop by the library to reserve a craft packet for your preschooler. Packets will be released two times in September, and will be available for you to work on at the library or take home!
Release dates: September 9th, September 23rd
Reserve yours now: 815-246-9543
Voter Registration 18 and over September 2024
Come register to vote at the library! A deputy registrar will be present to sign you up for two days in September.
Requirements to register:
- You must be at least 18 years old, or will be 18 on or before the next election
- Be a resident or will have been a resident of your precinct for 30 days before the date of the next election.
- Provide two forms of identification:
- Verification of name – both forms must show your current legal name
- Verification of address – one form must show your current address
Monday, September 23rd, 2024 @ 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 28th, 2024 @11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Questions? Ask a librarian!
815-246-9543
Ongoing Resources
We always have a lot happening at the library! Here are just a few things you can find when you visit us:
- Adult and children book displays
- Book recommendation tree (for kids)
- Coloring and toy center for kids
- Monthly secret door
- Free recipe printouts
This Month:
You may notice our front steps and ramp getting a little makeover. A crew will be patching up areas in the concrete and bricks in several places!
Indie Illinois- Free books online for everyone
Did you know there is a site where you can read books for free – without using your library card? Check out Indie Illinois, where you can read local authors including Earlville’s DL Larson! Shown here is When Tomorrow Comes, book 6 in her Douglas Family Saga.
eBook App Boundless Free with library card
Download the free Boundless app from your app store, login with your library card number and PIN, and enjoy a large catalog of free ebooks and audiobooks.
Questions? Ask a librarian! 815-246-9543
Explore More Illinois Free and Discounted Illinois Attraction Tickets
Explore More Illinois is a cultural pass program that provides discounts at museums, visual and performing arts centers, park districts, and more around the state.
Adults 18 and older can login with a library card and PIN (last 4 digits of the library card number) and place reservations for attractions and specific dates.
Mendota Area Senior Services
A representative from Mendota Area Senior Services will be at the Earlville Library District on September 18th @ 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. to assist seniors or individuals with disabilities with Benefit Access, Medicare, Medicare D, and Public Aid. Seniors can also find guidance regarding agencies that can help allow individuals to remain as independent as possible.
Questions? Ask a librarian!
815-246-9543
Recipe of the Week Nina Lopez
Check out our “Recipe of the Week” station! Miss Nina refreshes our recipe station every week to bring you several new recipes to try!
Regular Hours:
Sunday – CLOSED
Monday 10a – 8p
Tuesday 10a – 5p
Wednesday 10a – 8p
Thursday – CLOSED
Friday 10a – 5p
Saturday 10a – 2p
Special Library Closing for September: We will be CLOSED on Labor Day, Monday, September 2nd.
The next board meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 17th, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
Earlville Library District
205 Winthrop St.
Earlville, IL 60518