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Tax Prep

Tax Day is Monday, April 15. Federal IRS 1040 and Illinois State 1040 Forms and Instructions are available while supplies last. (last updated February 3rd) Los formularios 1040 del IRS federal en español y 1040 del estado de Illinois y sus instrucciones están disponibles hasta agotar existencias. (última actualización el 3 de febrero) We can… Read More

New Book Releases – February

February LibraryReads List Looking for something new to read? Check out the February LibraryReads List. LibraryReads is a monthly list of librarians’ top ten books. Explore previous lists for plenty of reading suggestions. Search our online catalog for these titles, and place holds on items available soon or checked out. Librarians at the Info Desk can help you learn… Read More

Celebrate 100 Years of Leyden Pride!

Leyden High School District 212 celebrates its 100th anniversary by sharing a traveling historical exhibit making its way through our communities during the 2024-25 school year. Join Leyden as we explore together our incredible journey through the themes of innovation, change, tradition, achievement, involvement, pride, community, activism, resilience and heritage. For the entire month of… Read More

Talking Books for Kids

The Library is excited to now offer VOX Books in our Juvenile collection! These are special books that combine the wonder of picture books with audio recordings that capture a kid's attention and make learning fun while helping with literacy development! Kids can listen to these books using the built-in speaker, or plug-in headphones for… Read More

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Want to be notified of everything happening at your library by email? If so, then you should signup for our weekly eNewsletter. We'll email you every Sunday to let you know what programs and events for kids, teens and adults will be taking place or available to you. You don't need a library card to… Read More

Reminders About Donations To The Library

When cleaning and decluttering, many people think of the Library as a place to donate old books, movies, and other items. While we are glad to have your donations, we want to remind you to please be thoughtful about what you drop off for donation. It requires librarians’ time to sort through and evaluate all… Read More

Local Artist Donates Artwork to Kids Crossing

The Library is thrilled to accept an artwork donation from long-time Franklin Park resident and award-winning artist Sandra Reibscheid. Her oil painting, entitled “Nora and Nadia,” depicts a mother and daughter reading together. The painting was on display at the Library in March 2006, and now it will be displayed in Kids Crossing for all… Read More

Magazines are now available digitally

Libby and eMediaLibrary now include digital magazines! You’ll find popular magazines like Newsweek, Reader’s Digest, Money, Rolling Stone, Food Network, HGTV, Us Weekly, and plenty more. There’s no wait, checkouts are unlimited and titles are loaned for up to 3 weeks. Look for Magazines on the Libby app or by visiting our catalog. Read More

Statement about Children’s Access to the Library’s Collection

In the spirit of public libraries everywhere, the Library’s collection provides access to materials to serve the community’s needs. Widely diverse points of view will be available in the collection. Responsibility for children’s (children are defined as ages 17 and under) access to both physical and digital library materials rests with their parents and/or legal… Read More

Library Receives Donations in Memory of Beloved Staff

The Library would like to thank the families and friends of Mary Ann Dohse and Pat Peterson for the generous donations made in their memories. Mary Ann and Pat were former library employees who both sadly passed away in 2020. Mary Ann could be found promoting the library’s services at the Info Desk and running… Read More

New STEAM Kits

Our STEAM Kit collection is growing! We have added nine new and exciting Penworthy STEAM to GO! Kits to our Kids Crossing shelves. Each kit includes various educational toys and tools, books, and resource guides, all packaged in a handy carrying case for you to take home. Topics to explore are: “All About Dinosaurs” “Sounds,… Read More

Book Match

Are your favorite authors not writing fast enough? Are you are re-reading the same books? Or are you in the mood for something different? Let us suggest some books for you! Fill out the Book Match form so we can figure out what books are best for you. Try filling out the entire form for… Read More

Have Used Books, DVDs, or CDs?

If you are spring cleaning at home, you may need a place to drop off small quantities of gently used books, DVDs, and CDs. The Library’s bright green Better World Books bin is located on the southwest corner of the property, and ready for acceptable book and media donations. Acceptable items include: Hardcover and paperback… Read More

Learn Chess with Brainfuse

Feeling bored during this pandemic? Want to master chess and compete with friends/family? Check out Brainfuse HelpNow’s new Live Chess Tutoring service. They have tutors ready to help you learn and improve your chess skills.  Your chess tutors are certified professionals (high Elo ratings of 2000+) with either past experience as tutors or masters of the game.… Read More

Curbside Service

When placing a request on the online catalog, the SWAN app, through email or by calling, you will need to specify to the Circulation Department when your hold is available that you would prefer Curbside Service. Curbside service is an easy, contactless way to get library items. The service is for all SWAN library cardholders.… Read More