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FriendShop Used Books

May Specials Get 50% off all regular-priced fiction during May at the FriendShop bookstore, on the library’s lower level. The sale includes popular genres such as mysteries, romance, and sci-fi. On May 11 and 12, we’ll have our annual Mother’s Day Giveaway. That weekend only, women can choose any regular-priced book to take home free, our gift! Read more.

Front of Main Library

Step into our light-filled, open spaces and see our wonderful Peter Sís murals, colorful TeenSpace, quiet meeting rooms,  Latte Da! Cafe, and FriendShop used book store. The library, at 200 W. Green St., is open weekdays 9-9; Saturdays 9-6; Sundays 1-6. Read more.

Douglass Branch Library

Our Douglass Branch Library, on the edge of Douglass Park, is open Monday to Thursday 10 am to 8 pm; Fridays 10 am to 6 pm; and Saturdays 10 am to 4 pm. Stop in for a great selection of books, DVDs, and CDs, plus friendly service, free Internet access, and public meeting space.

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Make a Gift to the Library

Make a gift today to help keep the library strong tomorrow. Use our secure online giving form, with your credit card or Paypal, to make a tax-deductible gift to the Champaign Public Library Foundation. Thank you!

Summer Reading Kickoff with Author Sarah Weeks

Our Summer Reading Games for all ages start June 1. To kick things off, we’re bringing in Sarah Weeks, the talented creator of acclaimed books including So B. It, Pie, and Mac and Cheese. On Sat., Jun. 1, she’ll give two free hour-long talks. At 10:30 am, she’ll emphasize her picture books and easy readers. At 2 pm, her focus will be fiction for older children. A book sale and signing will follow each presentation. You can register for the reading games before or after the event. Sarah Weeks’s visit is made possible, in part, by funding from the Franklin I. and Irene List Saemann Foundation.

Closed on Memorial Day

The library will be closed on Mon., May 27, for the Memorial Day holiday. Book returns will remain open.

People in library cafe

Relax at Our Café

Go right...to our café! If your path through our lobby always goes left, you're missing our great Latte Da! Café!  Grab a beverage to enjoy anywhere in the library, or have a snack in our sunny seating area, or on our mod patio. The café also caters for our pavilion meeting rooms.

JR Thomas, magician

Thursday and Saturday Events for Kids in June and July

We’ve peppered our summer schedule with great events for kids at 2 pm every Thursday and Saturday from June 8 through July. The June schedule includes magic by J.R. Thomas, a concert by the Bow-Dacious String Band, and the Wildlife Medical Clinic's live bird ambassadors. At our Douglass Branch in June, kids can compete at the DJ Hero Spin Fest or learn basic cooking skills. Find details on our event calendar.

man and boy looking under hood of car

Get Your Car Ready for Summer—with Help from Local Auto Experts

Bring your car and be ready to get under the hood at a hands-on program. Derek Scroggins, Ford City service manager, will discuss how to help your car through the stress of summer. Parts Manager Mark Shepherd will answer questions about parts and supplies. A technician will be available to look at your car and give you specific pointers. Join us Thu., May 30, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Park on the west side of our  lot. Read more.