Love Your Library Contest at Limestone Township Library District

 

Love Your Library Contest at Limestone Township Library District

 

February is Library Lovers Month. Limestone Township Library District is asking our community to help us celebrate by participating is a contest called “What I Love About My Library.”

 

We are asking all members of the community to participate by drawing a picture depicting what they love best about our library. Maybe it’s being able to get your favorite book, discovering a new craft, finding a game you have never played before. Either way, please feel free to participate.

 

Entry sheets are available for pick up at the library. Each entry needs to have an age category marked. There are five categories: ages 3-4; 5-10; 11-14; 15-18 (students); and Adult over 18.

 

Entries can be brought to the library starting Thursday, February 15 until Thursday, March 14. We will have the entries on display through March 31, allowing community members to come and vote for their favorite drawing. Prizes will be given for each winner in the Public Choice and Staff Choice of each age group.

 

The winning drawings will be on display during National Library Month in April.

 

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.

 

On Friday, February 9 we will have an adorable Valentine Gnome for a Take-and-Make project that families can come and pick up to do at a better time at home. All pieces are provided, you provide the glue and manpower. Supplies are limited, pick them up while they last.

 

Have an Adult Craft Night Out at our Adult Craft Night, which takes place on Monday, February 12 at 6:30 P.M. when we create Valentine Sock Gnomes. Space is limited, so please register for this program.  All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 

Adult Book Club meets on Tuesday, February 13 at 6:30 P.M.  This month we are reading Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan. Copies are available at the Front Desk.

 

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, February 16. 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, February 17 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 be aware that the library will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024 in observance of President's Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at  10:00 A.M.

 

Bring your favorite blanket and get cozy at the library when we host our first Comfy Movie Night on Tuesday, February 20 at 5:30 P.M. We are watching an Anime favorite - Kiki's Delivery Service. Popcorn and drinks provided. 

 

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.

Cards for Kids Non-Resident Library Cards Available at Limestone Township Library District

 

Cards for Kids Non-Resident Library Cards Available at Limestone Township Library District

Perhaps you haven’t heard the news with day-to-day life being so busy. But children aged 5-17 who live outside of Limestone Township and within the Herscher School District (C.U.S.D.#2) may qualify for a free Cards for Kids non-resident card from the Limestone Township Library District (LTLD).  Cards for Kids Non-Resident library cards offer the same privileges, services, and resources as those for Limestone Township residents. This will allow students the ability to check out materials for school work and entertainment purposes who would not otherwise have that opportunity.

These free cards are for the child’s use only. Parents who want library privileges would need to purchase a Non-Resident Card at the fiscal year 2023-2024 cost of $142 per year for their library use. This fee can be split into two payments of $71. The non-resident fee reflects the average amount of annual taxes paid towards the library by residents of Limestone Township.

To sign-up for the Cards for Kids program, parents/guardians need to bring in a photo I.D. (driver’s license, state identification, or passport) and proof of residency (voter’s registration card, utility bill or real estate tax bill.) The student will need to bring their school ID or other proof of school attendance. 

We encourage households with more than one child to register for their cards together on the same day, so each account will have the same start date and expiration date. 

 

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.

 

On Friday, February 2 we will have a Groundhog project for a Take-and-Make project that families can come and pick up to do at a better time at home. All pieces are provided, you provide the glue and manpower. Supplies are limited, pick them up while they last.

 

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, February 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. Other dates Tuesday, February 6 and Friday, February 16.

 

We invite families to come make Valentine Ornaments on Saturday, February 3 at 10:00 A.M. We have clear plastic heart ornaments that can be painted or filled to create a keepsake gift. Supplies are limited, there is no cost for this program.

 

Kids are invited to join us on Tuesday, February 6 at 6:00 P.M. when we make STEM Craft Jar Snowstorms. Using white paint, oil, and glitter along with a few other ingredients, we will create a snowstorm in a jar. All supplies are provided, there’s no cost for this program.

 

On Friday, February 9 we will have an adorable Valentine Gnome for a Take-and-Make project that families can come and pick up to do at a better time at home. All pieces are provided, you provide the glue and manpower. Supplies are limited, pick them up while they last.

 

Have an Adult Craft Night Out at our Adult Craft Night, which takes place on Monday, February 12 at 6:30 P.M. when we create Valentine Sock Gnomes. Space is limited, so please register for this program.  All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 

Adult Book Club meets on Tuesday, February 13 at 6:30 P.M.  This month we are reading Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan. Copies are available at the Front Desk.

 

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.

 

 Puppetry is Happening at Limestone Township Library District

Books can lead us to many different places. They can inspire us to create different art forms using that same material. After all, some of our favorite books have been turned into fantastic movies. Can you say The Lord of the Rings?

 

At Limestone Township Library District, we are creating a different art form with one of our newest books when we have Storytime Puppet Theater on Saturday, January 27 at 11:00 A.M.

 

Mr. William and Ms. Holly will set up the puppet theater and bring out a cast of puppet characters as they tell the story of Fox Has A Problem by Corey R. Tabor. In this story, Fox is trying to free his kite from a tree but every solution he comes up with leads to a bigger problem. Is there a way to solve this problem to everyone’s satisfaction?

 

To find out, you have to come to Storytime Puppet Theater. Register by stopping in at the library. You can also register by phone, or leaving a message on Facebook or Instagram.

 

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.

 

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. Other dates include Friday, February 2 and Tuesday, February 6.

 

We invite families to come make Valentine Ornaments on Saturday, February 3 at 10:00 A.M. We have clear plastic heart ornaments that can be painted or filled to create a keepsake gift. Supplies are limited, there is no cost for this program.

 

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.

Limestone Township Library District Celebrates during the Holiday Season

 

Limestone Township Library District Celebrates during the Holiday Season

 

Christmas merriment is all around and the library is planning our own fun for the season.

 

Join us for Puppet Storytime Theater on Saturday, December 16 at 11:00 A.M. with Mr. William and Ms. Holly when they perform “One Christmas Adventure” with our collection of puppets in our puppet theater featuring a hedgehog, a badger, and other woodland creatures! Come for the story, stay for the craft afterwards.

 

Adults and teens can join us for an Adult holiday craft night when we create a Santa wall hanging using a pizza pan on Monday, December 18 at 6:30 P.M. This super cute craft requires paint and craft items to turn something ordinary into holiday extraordinary.

 

If you need more information or want to sign up, 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 for fun on Thursday, December 14 from 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. for our Family Video Game Party. We will have on hand Super Smash Bothers Ultimate, Mario Kart and Guitar Hero. Feel free to bring your own Nintendo Switch and joycons! Snacks will be provided.

 

Join us for Puppet Storytime Theater on Saturday, December 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 an Adult Craft Night Out at our Adult Craft Night which takes place on Monday, December 18 at 6:30 P.M. when we create an adorable Santa Wall Art piece using a pizza pan. Space is limited so please register for this program.  All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 

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, December 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.

 

Please be aware that the library will be closed the following days in observance of the Christmas/New Years holiday: Friday, December 22; Monday, December 25; Friday, December 29; and Monday, January 1, 2024,

 

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.

Help Fill the Mitten Tree at Limestone Township Library District

 

Help Fill the Mitten Tree at Limestone Township Library District

 

Every year during the Christmas season, the library is filled with decorated Christmas trees. From our rustic tree in the front lobby to the giant tree in the meeting room, everywhere you look has a decorated tree.

 

But there is one tree we do not decorate. It sits in the main lobby waiting for decorations. That’s because this is our Mitten Tree.

 

Every year we fill this tree with mittens and hats and scarves that are donated to the Herscher School District so no one has to go without warm winter wear. We are lucky to have patrons, members of the community, and staff who donate these items every year so we can give them away.

 

Currently we have a ‘Din Grogu’ hat along with some gloves on the tree but they need company. Help decorate our tree with Mittens, Hats, Gloves, and scarves to help keep kids warm this winter. You can bring in items during library hours and leave them at the tree or give them to staff at the front desk.

 

Call us at 815-939-1696 if you need more information

 

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 on Tuesday, December 12 or Tuesday, December 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.

 

Storytime will take a break on Wednesday, December 6. It will return with Mr. William on Wednesday, December 13 and December 21 at 10:15 A.M.

 

Adult Book Club meets on Tuesday, December 12 at 6:30 P.M. This month we are having our Annual Picking Party. Bring a sweet or savory treat to share as we choose our books for next year's book club reading list.

 

Come for fun on Thursday, December 14 from 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. for our Family Video Game Party. We will have on hand Super Smash Bothers Ultimate, Mario Kart and Guitar Hero. Feel free to bring your own Nintendo Switch and joycons! Snacks will be provided.

 

Join us for Puppet Storytime Theater on Saturday, December 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 an Adult Craft Night Out at our Adult Craft Night which takes place on Monday, December 18 at 6:30 P.M. when we create an adorable Santa Wall Art piece using a pizza pan. Space is limited so please register for this program.  All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

 

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.