Cool Picks

Kristin’s Cool Picks

Looking for the coolest books? Pull out a jacket. You’re in the right place! See what Kristin likes.

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Homework Help

Got homework about Illinois? Start here. Or get free help from professional tutors online.

Click A Poem

Click-a-Poem

What happens when stories get rhythm? Click to hear a great poem for kids.

Bookmobile

Fall Bookmobile Schedule

Check the new Bookmobile schedule to see if our library on wheels stops near you. Families love the personal service and ease of once-a-week use.

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“Tuesday Twos” Adds New Time

Starting in September, this popular storytime for two-year-olds will be offered 3 times each Tuesday, at 9:45, 10:30, and (new!) 11:15 am.

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Cotton Ball Bowl

We capped off our Summer Reading Game by asking kids to guess how many cotton balls were in our glass case. Best guessers were Daniel V., Kedar V., and Rex M., who used a mathematical calculation to come up with the closest estimate!