Library’s book delivery is lifeline for homebound
Aurora Beacon News
Lil receives her materials through the Outreach Services Department of the Aurora Public Library. The department shares a full-size van with the library …
Sunday marks 50th birthday for library
Niles Herald Spectator
The Niles Public Library will be celebrating its 50th anniversary Sunday with a birthday cake and live music from …
Library to celebrate Shakespeare’s 445th
Galesburg Register-Mail
The Maquon Public Library District will serve birthday cake in honor of William Shakespeare’s 445th birthday from 10 am to 5 pm April 24 at the main branch. …
Hanover library boost
Galena Gazette
Hanover Chamber of Commerce President Deatra Aadson presented two checks totaling $3140 to Hanover Township Library Board President Dan Griffin for …
Library presents annual awards for friend, family
Carmi Times
The John and Rachelle Hubele family was honored as Family of the Year Monday night at the Carmi Public Library by Librarian Elaine Foster. …
More People Turn To Public Libraries In Economic Downturn
WIFR
More people are turning to the free services offered by public libraries. “The jobs are very limited,” said Mark Sumpter. He’s a good representative of …
Library Board gains two new faces
Frankfort Station
In an election season where the incumbents hung firmly onto their seats, the race for two spots on the Frankfort Public Library District …
Library Board gets ready for repairs
MyWebTimes.com
Marseilles Public Library will be repaired throughout the next few months. The library’s board is looking at several areas. Discussions have been ongoing …
Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White Marks National Library Week April 13-19
Quad-Cities Online
“As State Librarian I am extremely honored to be associated with so many outstanding men and women in the Illinois library community,” White said. …
Libraries see more patrons in a poor economy
Northwest Herald
“We’re even willing to split collection agency fees,” Library Director Maggie Crane said. …
Rockford Public Library Opens Youth Zone for Teens
WIFR
The Rockford Public Library aims to fill the needs of young adults with a center designed just for them. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held early today for …
Danvers library’s size doubled after thrifty expansion
Bloomington Pantagraph
The Danvers Township Library has doubled in size for less than $80000, thanks to volunteers, thrifty planning and donations. …