Making Limestone Township Library District Portable on Vacation

 

Making Limestone Township Library District Portable on Vacation

 

With the Summer Travel season in full gear, the library can still be your best friend.

Are you driving to your destination? Find audio books or movies to check out that the whole family can enjoy on the way there.

Are you flying to a vacation spot? You can listen to e-audio books through Boundless, Libby, or Tumblebooks (for younger children) apps on your tablet or mobile phone.

Finally, if you want to take a book along but do not want to worry about possibly ruining or losing the book, you can always find something on our “free” turnstile.

There are many ways to keep reading while on vacation. Just stop in the library and find out how you can do it!

Check out our upcoming programing. Sign up for these programs by stopping in at the library, emailing Heather at hkeene@limestonelibrary.org or calling the front desk at 815-939-1696.

On Wednesday, June 25, at 10:30 A.M., we are decorating Frog Cookies! Together we will decorate dart frog themed cookies! This program is for kids, ages 6-12. All supplies are provided.

Do you like adorable Axolotls? So do we! Which means the Pre-K crowd is invited join us on Thursday, June 26 at 11:00 A.M. when we make paper Axolotls. All supplies are provided. There is no fee for this program.

Families are invited to join us with your crowns and your fancy afternoon attire for a Prince and Princess Tea Party on Thursday, June 26 at 5:00 P.M. We will have snacks and drinks and fun galore. There is no fee for this program.

Jorie Walters will be at the library on Friday, June 27 at 10:30 P.M. for a Historical Presentation on the Formation of the Kankakee River State Park. Coffee and light refreshments will be served. There is no fee for this program.

Kids aged 6 through 12 are invited to join us on Friday, June 27 when we make Frog Egg Slime. This messy but fun activity has all supplies provided, and there is no fee for this program.

Have you ever wanted to make your own paper? Families are invited to join us on Saturday, June 28 at 12:00 P.M. to make their own paper by recycling scrap paper.

Please be aware that Saturday, June 28 is the last day to register for our Tie-Dye Afternoon on Saturday, July 12.

It’s time for an Adult Craft Time on June 30 at 1:00 P.M. Join us as we make a Snake Flower Pot Holer out of clay. There is no fee for this program, all supplies are included.

We are asking our youth ages 6-12 to create Turtle Shell Shakers on Monday, June 30 starting at 5:00 P.M. Make these fun music makers and dress them up however you like. There is no fee for this program, all supplies are included.

Are you ready for a messy playdate? Then join the library on Tuesday, July 1 at 11:00 A.M. when we will host a messy play time for pre-k patrons that will be a fun and messy sensory experience. Please have your children wear clothing that can get, well, messy. 

Join us for an enchanting Story Time event on July 1 at 6:30 PM! This is a splendid opportunity for Pre-K families and children to come together and relish captivating tales. 

On Wednesday, July 2 at 10:30 A.M., Master Naturalist and Chicago Sun-Times Outdoor columnist Dale Bowman presents on Our Local Eco-System. Adults are invited and encouraged to bring friends. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required.

Using bits of paper, the Pre-K crowd can have fun making a Mosaic Gecko during our Pre-K Craft Time on Thursday, July 3 at 3:00 P.M. There is no fee for this program, all supplies are included.

Join us for a rejuvenating session of Yoga with Colleen on Thursday, July 3 at 6:00 P.M.! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting your journey, this class is the perfect way to unwind, stretch, and connect with your inner self.

Please be aware that the library will be closed on Friday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. The library will re-open on Saturday, July 5 at 10:00 A.M.

We invite kids aged 12-18 to finish off reptile week with us with a Movie Day on Saturday, July 5 at 12:00 P.M. We are watching “Godzilla” (2014) as the big guy once more destroys cities but turns out to be a hero. Snacks will be served.

Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as our Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.

Any questions? Call us at 815-939-1696, email us at info@limestonelibrary.org, or message us at Facebook or Instagram.

Limestone Township Library District is Here for the Community

 

Limestone Township Library District is Here for the Community

 

There are some tasks that need extra help. Papers need to be faxed to an office, items to be scanned to your email, or copies of family memories need to be made.

Limestone Township Library District (LTLD) has done all of this for the public.

LTLD also has a cold laminating machine and die cuts to make your projects extra special.

That doesn’t mean we no longer have books or movies or kits or games. There are plenty to choose from and new items are brought to the shelves every week. In case you cannot find what you are looking for, it is possible to put an item on hold from 140+ libraries within our consortium.

LTLD is here to help you whether it is to fax important papers, take a class, or find a quiet place to sit and read.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the library at 815-939-1696.

Check out our upcoming programing.

As the holidays draw nearer, we are preparing for our big event–Evening with Santa on December 2. We will have two sessions available to make visiting with Santa that much easier. We are offering priority registration to LTLD cardholders (including non-resident and Cards for Kid
s cardholders) when the first day of registration opens on Thursday, November 14.

Starting Friday, November 15, members of the community at large will be able to register. All registration will be In-Person only (no registrations by phone, or messaging through email or Facebook/Instagram accepted). Registration will only pertain to your household.

Join us on Thursday, November 14 at 6:30 P.M.  when Elaine Whitesell returns to present Sourdough: Tips and Trouble Shooting. Learn more about what to do with your sourdough or to solve problems you may be having. Space is limited, make sure to sign up early. 

We invite yarn crafters to our new Crochet and Knitting Club in the Lounge area on Thursday, November 14, 6:00 P.M. till 7:30 P.M. This is a time to bring in your current project and work with others, share your knowledge, and ask questions about a technique someone else is using.

 

Calling all teens to join us on Saturday, November 16 for YA Art and Chill at 12:30 P.M. We plan to have a 15-minute art lesson and then move into completing the project at your own pace. Snacks will be available.

 

Have an Adult Night Out at our Adult Craft Night on Monday, November 18, 6:00 P.M. till 7:30 P.M. Join Heather as she helps us create Christmas Tree Ornaments from Wood Slices. There is no fee for this program, all supplies are provided.

Join us for a magical Evening Story Time on Tuesday, November 19 at 6:30 P.M. with Holly, followed by a fun and creative craft activity! Let your imagination soar as you listen to enchanting tales and then bring them to life with your own masterpiece. You can even come in your pajamas.

 

Stop in the library on Friday, November 22 to pick up your Take-and-Make kit, this week featuring a fun foam craft turkey. Supplies are limited.

 

Join us for a fun family movie on November 23 at 12:00 P.M. when we show Kiki's Delivery Service from Studio Ghibli in the Meeting Room.  We will serve popcorn and drinks as well. 

 

Kids in 1st through 5th Grades are invited to join us for a fun Youth Craft session on Monday, November 25 at 11:00 A.M. when Heather leads us in the making of Pumpkin Pom-poms. There is no fee for this program, all supplies are provided.

 

Join us for Writer's Group on Monday, November 25 at 6:30 P.M. where we will come together to share our work, provide feedback, and support each other in their writing endeavors. It can be a great way to improve your writing skills, get inspiration, and connect with other writers. 

 

The Friends of the Library plan to meet on Tuesday November 26 at 6:30 P.M. They will discuss various ways they can help the library in the Meeting Room. Visitors are always welcomed.

 

Join us for a Fall Break craft day! The fun starts at 11:00 A.M. when we will make Indian Corn from beads and pipe cleaners while learning about Native Americans' cultivation of the crop. There is no cost for this program, all supplies are provided. 

 

Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as our Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.

Any questions? Call us at 815-939-1696, email us at info@limestonelibrary.org, or message us at Facebook or Instagram.

Discover the Various Services at Limestone Township Library District

 

Discover the Various Services at Limestone Township Library District

 

Are you in the middle of a project that needs a little more help from an outside source?

You can always find that help at the library.

We have helped people make copies of newspaper article or obituaries for memory books for family members. Sometimes quilters come in looking to have a pattern increased in size so they can have a larger picture to work off for paper piecing. Sometimes people are looking specific tax forms that cannot be found on our turn racks.

We also help with getting important papers sent by fax or scanned into emails.

Don’t forget that we have public access computers as well. This is helpful when you have a document in your email but it refuses to print from your phone for whatever reasons.

One way or another, we can help you on that project to get it to the next step.

We do charge .25¢ for black and white copies, .50¢ for color copies. Faxes cost $1.50 per page, and email scans are free. Public access computer usage is free of charge. All of these services are open to the public, not just patrons of the library. But while you’re in the building, see about getting your own library card.

For more information, call the Library at 815-939-1696.

Check out our program calendar.

Storytime takes place every Wednesday at 10:15 A.M., through May 8. Mr. William will read a picture book or two and leading us through a fun craft matching the theme of the book.

 

Come for fun on Thursday, May 2 from 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. for our Family Video Game Party. We will have on hand Super Smash Brothers Ultimate, Mario Kart and Guitar Hero. Feel free to bring your own Nintendo Switch and joycons! Snacks will be provided.  

 

Celebrate May the Fourth with us as we host an all-day Star Wars Movie Marathon starting with the original Star Wars Movie aka Episode 4: A New Hope. The fun begins at 10:00 A.M. and runs till we close at three. Snacks for the movie and Chewbacca Take-and-Make projects will also be available.

 

Adult Book Club will meet on Tuesday, May 14 at 6:30 P.M. This month we are reading ‘Horse’ by Geraldine Brooks. Copies are available at the Front Desk.

The Friends of the Library plan to meet on Tuesday, May 28 at 6:30 P.M. They will discuss various ways they can help the library in the Meeting Room. New members are always welcomed.

 

Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.
Any questions? Call us at 815-939-1696, email us at info@limestonelibrary.org, or message us at Facebook or Instagram.

Limestone Township Library District Celebrates Shelfie Day

 

Limestone Township Library District Celebrates Shelfie Day

 

Wednesday, January 24 is National Shelfie Day. If you are on Facebook or Instagram, you may see many pictures of people with their favorite book against the backdrop of a bookshelf. You might even see pictures of people using the books turned just so to create an image.

 

Instead of calling it a ‘selfie,’ it’s a ‘shelfie.’

 

According to National Day Calendar, Library Shelfies offer book stores, libraries, schools, and individuals an opportunity to express their reading preferences through a single photograph. 

 

To celebrate this fun day, Limestone Township Library District is asking patrons and members of the community to take a picture of themselves in the library near their favorite author at their place on our bookshelves. When these pictures are posted, they need to include the hashtag #ltld.

 

For each picture that has the hashtag, we will put that person’s name in a drawing for a prize that includes a Lucky Tote Bag, a board game, and microwave popcorn for a fun family night. Pictures must be posted by January 24.

 

We can’t wait to see your shelfies!

 

If you need more information, call us at 815-939-1696.

 

Check out our program calendar when you stop in.

Storytime takes place every Wednesday at 10:15 A.M., with Mr. William reading a picture book or two and leading us through a fun craft matching the theme of the book.

 

Adults can enjoy The Great Gatsby (2013) starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Carey Mulligan on Saturday, January 20 at 11:00 A.M. Watch the movie to see how director Baz Luhrmann created a grand spectacle of this Jazz Age story.

 

Writer's Group will be held on Monday, January 22 at 6:30 P.M. A writer's group is a community of writers who come together to share their work, provide feedback, and support each other in their writing endeavors. It can be a great way to improve your writing skills, get inspiration, and connect with other writers. 

 

Have questions about using your smart phone, Word or Excel programs, or how to get around on the World Wide Web? Come in during Drop-in Tech Help Day from 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 noon on Friday, January 26. When you arrive at the session, be sure to bring your device and any relevant passwords or login information you might need. The experts will help you troubleshoot and diagnose the issue, working with you to find a solution.

 

Join us for Puppet Storytime Theater on Saturday, January 27 at 11:00 A.M. with Mr. William and Ms. Holly performing a fun story with our collection of puppets in our puppet theater! Come for the story, stay for the craft afterwards.

 

Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.
Any questions? Call us at 815-939-1696, email us at info@limestonelibrary.org, or message us at Facebook or Instagram.

 

The Holidays are here at Limestone Township Library District

 

As the holiday season draws near the end, Limestone Township Library District has special hours we will be closed to honor that time.

 

Please be aware that the library will be closed the following days in observance of the New Year’s holiday: Friday, December 29; and Monday, January 1, 2024,

 

But on the days we are open, we still have plenty of books to check out. There are games and movies at the ready for loan so you can plan fun activities during the school break time. Our Take-and-Make table is filled with easy crafts, one in each bag with all of the pieces necessary, which you can take home and make at a time best suited for you.

 

We also have ugly sweater craft sheets that you can create using our craft supplies on our Maker Space Cart or take home to create an ugly sweater with your own craft supplies.

 

There is always fun waiting to happen at the library.

 

If you need more information, call us at 815-939-1696.

 

Check out our program calendar when you stop in.

Have questions about using your smart phone, Word or Excel programs, or how to get around on the World Wide Web? Come in during Drop-in Tech Help day from 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 noon on Tuesday, January 2. When you arrive at the session, be sure to bring your device and any relevant passwords or login information you might need. The experts will help you troubleshoot and diagnose the issue, working with you to find a solution.

 Looking for ways to help the library by volunteering? Come to the next Friends of the Library meeting on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at 6:30 P.M. as they plan various ways to volunteer and assist the library.

Storytime takes place every Wednesday at 10:15 A.M., with Mr. William reading a picture book or two and leading us through a fun craft matching the theme of the book.

 

Family Movie Time takes place on Thursday, January, 4 at 5:00 P.M. when we pull out the inflatable screen and watch The Super Mario Bros. Movie in our meeting room. Popcorn will be served.

 

Adult Book Club meets on Tuesday, January 9 at 6:30 P.M.  This month we are reading The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Copies are available at the Front Desk

 

Please be aware that the library will be closed the following days in observance of the New Year’s holiday: Friday, December 29; and Monday, January 1, 2024. We will be open Saturday, December 30, 2023.

 

Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.
Any questions? Call us at 815-939-1696, email us at info@limestonelibrary.org, or message us at Facebook or Instagram.

Let Limestone Township Library District help with the Holidays

 

Let Limestone Township Library District help with the Holidays

 

With everyone coming over for the holidays, it can be stressful making sure it all goes well.

 Let the library help you by finding the fun games you can check out and use during the holiday week coming up. We have giant versions of Connect Four, Jenga, and Yahtzee. You can find games based on favorite characters such as Bob the Builder and Sam from Green Eggs and Ham. We also have games that are cooperative in nature or competitive such as Hoot Hoot Owl and Raceway 57.

 You can find these games on our display table in the computer area and in the Game aisle.

 Looking for something specific? Call us at 815-939-1696.

 Check out our program calendar when you stop in.

Storytime takes place every Wednesday at 10:15 A.M., with Mr. William reading a picture book or two and leading us through a fun craft matching the theme of the book.

 Have questions about using Word or Excel or how to get around on the World Wide Web? Come in during Drop-in Tech Help day from 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 noon on Friday, November 17 or on Tuesday, November 21. When you arrive at the session, be sure to bring your device and any relevant passwords or login information you might need. The experts will help you troubleshoot and diagnose the issue, working with you to find a solution.

 Join us for Puppet Storytime Theater on Saturday, November 18 at 11:00 A.M. with Mr. William and Ms. Holly performing a fun story with our collection of puppets in our puppet theater! Come for the story, stay for the craft afterwards.

 The Friends of the Library are hosting a Pallet Painting class, led by Libby Wasser, on Saturday, November 18 from 12:30 P.M. till 2:30 P.M. The 3D design is a fitting message for the Christmas holiday season with wooden elements of a wreath and stars on pallet boards that can be hung up once the project is completed. The cost for the program is $30.00 to be paid at registration. All supplies for completing this project are provided. There is a limit of fourteen participants.

 Have an Adult Craft Night Out at our Adult Craft Night which takes place on Monday, November 20 at 6:30 P.M. when we create Christmas Gnomes.  Space is limited so please register for this program.  All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 Please be aware that the Library will be Closed on Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. We will Re-open on Saturday, November 25 at 10:00 A.M.

  Writer's Group will be held on Monday, November 27 at 6:30 P.M. A writer's group is a community of writers who come together to share their work, provide feedback, and support each other in their writing endeavors. It can be a great way to improve your writing skills, get inspiration, and connect with other writers. 

 
Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.

Any questions? Call us at 815-939-1696, email us at info@limestonelibrary.org, or message us at Facebook or Instagram.

Limestone Township Library District helps you with the Annular Eclipse

 

Limestone Township Library District helps you with the Annular Eclipse

On Saturday, October 14, there will be an Annular Eclipse of the sun. Unlike a total eclipse, we will be able to see the corona – the outer ring of light – of the sun. This is also known as the ring of fire.

 

Our area of Illinois will only see 40 - 45% of the eclipse. Starting at 10:37 A.M. CDT, the eclipse will start and the sun will look as if someone has taken a small bite out of it. The peak time will be at 11:52 A.M. with a bigger bite. The eclipse will finish in our region around 1:23 P.M. according to the Adler Planetarium website.

 

If you plan to watch the annular eclipse, you need to take a few precautions. According to the American Astronomical Society (AAS), one should never look directly at the sun as it may cause damage to your eyes. They suggest that people use solar eclipse glasses to protect their eyes. Make sure the lenses are not scratched before using. Look away from the sun before putting on the glasses, or removing them. For those who wear glasses, make sure to put the solar eclipse glasses over your own. Hold them to the side of your head to ensure they do not slip.   

 

If you need a pair of Solar Shades, you can stop in at the Limestone Township Library District to pick one up. Thanks to a grant from the Adler Planetarium, we were given many pairs to give out to the public. Stop in at the library to pick up some protective solar eyewear on our Astronomy display and find a few books about the solar system. 

 

For more information, call the library at 815-939-1696.

 

Check out our program calendar when you stop in.

Storytime takes place every Wednesday at 10:15 A.M., with Mr. William reading a picture book or two and leading us through a fun craft matching the theme of the book.

 

Come for fun on Thursday, October 12 from 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. for our Family Video Game Party. We will have on hand both Super Smash Bothers Ultimate, Mario Kart, as well as Guitar Hero. Feel free to bring your own Nintendo Switch and joycons! Snacks will be provided.

 

Have an Adult Craft Night Out at our Adult Craft Night, which takes place on Monday, October 16 at 6:30 P.M. when we create Jack-o-lantern Planters. Space is limited, so please register for this program.  All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 

Have questions about using Word or Excel or how to get around on the World Wide Web? Come in during Drop-in Tech Help day from 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 noon on Friday, October 20 or Tuesday, October 24. Staff will do their best to help you solve your problem.

 

Mark Saturday, October 21st on your calendar for our Annual Fall Fest that happens from 12:00 Noon - 2:00 P.M.  We are featuring spoooooky yard games, a haunted school house storytime, trunk-or-treat, and a pumpkin decorating contest in the library. Check out our website for rules on the 1st Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest. Entries need to be at the library by Wednesday, October 18. Lucky will make an appearance as well. Halloween costumes are encouraged!   Sign up by stopping at the front desk or calling the library at 815-939-1696.

 

Writer's Group will be held on Monday, October 23 at 6:30 P.M. A writer's group is a community of writers who come together to share their work, provide feedback, and support each other in their writing endeavors. It can be a great way to improve your writing skills, get inspiration, and connect with other writers. 

 

Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.
Any questions? Call us at 815-939-1696, email us at info@limestonelibrary.org, or message us at Facebook or Instagram.

Check out the SOAR Bags at Limestone Township Library District

 

Have you ever come to the library and seen the canvas bags sitting on top of the book shelves? Have you ever wondered what those bags contained?

These bags are called SOAR Bags and each one has books and activities pertaining to a single subject.

Like what you ask?

Like our Shapes and Colors bag to help younger children learn the names of colors and shapes in fun ways using books and puzzles. We also have a Family bag filled with books and puppets that can be used to tell your own family stories. Or you can keep it seasonal with our Pumpkin bag that has an activity sheet along with various books and toy pumpkins.

If you go down the aisle with our games, you will find our Discovery boxes. Again, each box contains books and items based on a single subject. Here you can find a box filled with items on China that include a Chinese New Year’s dragon puppet. The Simple Machines box features pulleys and other mechanical items that you can build. The Painting box includes a number of different styled brushes along with books about artists.

 In this aisle we also have story bags. Each bag contains a single book along with a toy or plush animal to go with the theme of the book. You can find books with math, science, social studies, or literacy subjects. You can also find bags that are about storytelling and holidays.

These Soar bags, Discovery boxes, and Storybags make for fun activities to do with children in pre-school through primary grade school. They could also be used for home schooling lessons as many contain suggested activities sheets.

Please note that you can only check out three of these kits, in any combination, at a time.

Have questions? Call us at 815-939-1696.

 

Check out our program calendar when you stop in.

Storytime takes place every Wednesday at 10:15 A.M. with Mr. William reading a picture book or two and leading us through a fun craft matching the theme of the book.

 

Come visit with us at the Fall Art Stroll at Perry Farm on Saturday, September 23.  We will be there starting at 11:00 A.M. and stay through 4:00 P.M. We will have a fun craft and Lucky is making an appearance.

 

Have an Adult Craft Night Out at our Adult Craft Night which takes place on Monday, September 25 at 6:30 P.M. when we create Scarecrow Wine Bottle Luminaries. Space is limited so please register for this program. All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 

Writer's Group will be held on Tuesday, September 26 at 6:30 P.M. A writer's group is a community of writers who come together to share their work, provide feedback, and support each other in their writing endeavors. It can be a great way to improve your writing skills, get inspiration, and connect with other writers. 

 

Have an adult night out at our Adult Craft Night which takes place on Monday, October 02 at 6:30 P.M. when we make a Pumpkin Sugar Scrub. Space is limited so please register for this program. All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 

Have questions about using Word or Excel or how to get around on the World Wide Web? Come in during Drop-in Tech Help day from 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 noon on Friday, October 6. Staff will do their best to help you solve your problem.

 

We invite grade-school kids to attend our Mini Planet Luminaries craft day on Saturday, October 7 at 12:00 noon. By using a ping-pong ball, some paint, and a battery-operated tea light, you can create a planet that lights up and is super cute. All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 

You don’t have to have a library card to attend our programs but you do if you want to check out books.

The process for getting a card is simple. Stop in with your Driver’s license or State ID and a piece of mail to verify your address. Persons under the age of 18 will need a parent’s signature. If you live outside of Limestone Township but not in another library district (such as Fossil Ridge or Kankakee), you may need to pay a non-resident fee.

 

For students aged 5-17 who live in the Herscher school district but not in Limestone Township, Kankakee, or Fossil Ridge library districts, it is possible to get  a Non-Resident Cards for Kids library card. This will give children who normally wouldn’t have access to a library card an option to utilize the library to its fullest.

 

Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.
Any questions? Call us at 815-939-1696, email us at info@limestonelibrary.org, or message us at Facebook or Instagram.

Get Help With Homework at Limestone Township Library District

 

Get Help With Homework at Limestone Township Library District

We are back into the groove of school days and that means projects!

No matter what the subject, our library can help you out.

Try out the e-resources by browsing through World Book Online. This company has four different learning levels so that a high schooler isn’t using the same platform as their grade school counterpart nor is a kindergartener overwhelmed by a higher reading level. You can use World Book Online in the library on the public access computers or at home with your library card.

Another reliable source for information is Consumer Reports. Most of us know this publication as an unbiased source for reviews on any product you can think of. They also have articles on a variety of topics written in the same manner as their reviews. You do need a library card to access this e-resource.

Tumble books contains a plethora of ebooks for children in primary and intermediate grades. Tumble books gives readers the option to read picture books out loud or listen to a recording of the story. It is possible to read graphic novels meant for primary and intermediate school aged children. There are games and songs and videos to watch as well.

We can also help students find source material for papers they need to write, whether it is from our library or another within the Prairiecat consortium. If you need pizazz for a poster display, check out our die-cuts that can be used in the library to create visual interest.

For students aged 5-17 who live in the Herscher school district but not in Limestone Township, Kankakee, or Fossil Ridge library districts, it is possible to get  a Non-Resident Cards for Kids library card. This will give children who normally wouldn’t have access to a library card an option to utilize the library to its fullest.

The process for getting a card is simple. Stop in with your Driver’s license or State ID and a piece of mail to verify your address. Persons under the age of 18 will need a parent’s signature. If you live outside of Limestone Township but not in another library district (such as Fossil Ridge or Kankakee), you may need to pay a non-resident fee.

 

Have questions? Call us at 815-939-1696.

 

Check out our program calendar when you stop in.

Storytime takes place every Wednesday at 10:15 A.M. with Mr. William reading a picture book or two and leading us through a fun craft matching the theme of the book.

 

Join us for Puppet Storytime Theater on Saturday, September 16 at 11:00 A.M. with Mr. William and Ms. Holly performing a fun story with our collection of puppets in our puppet theater! Come for the story, stay for the craft afterwards.

 

Have some crafty fun at our Adult Craft Night on Monday, September 18 at 6:30 P.M. We are making scented candles using Soy candle wax and essential oils in our molds. All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 

Come visit with us at the Fall Art Stroll at Perry Farm on Saturday, September 23.  We will be there starting at 11:00 A.M. and stay through 4:00 P.M. We will have a fun craft and Lucky is making an appearance.

 

Have an Adult Craft Night Out at our Adult Craft Night which takes place on Monday, September 25 at 6:30 P.M. when we create Scarecrow Wine Bottle Luminaries. Space is limited so please register for this program. All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 

Writer's Group will be held on Tuesday, September 26 at 6:30 P.M. A writer's group is a community of writers who come together to share their work, provide feedback, and support each other in their writing endeavors. It can be a great way to improve your writing skills, get inspiration, and connect with other writers. 

 

Please check our website at www.limestonelibrary.org as well as Facebook and Instagram pages for updates.
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