Annawan-Alba Township Library
The Annawan-Alba Township Library is located in the downtown of Annawan and serves a population of approximately 1,336 which is derived from two townships.  The Annawan-Alba Township Library is located in one of the oldest buildings in the village.  The building was a township building, and was formerly the site of our  town jail.  The old jail cells are still in place and currently house historical and genealogical  materials.  The Annawan-Alba Township Library is open 31 hours per week and is staffed by the Head Librarian Carol Stern, an assistant and one other staff member.  The book collection is complimented by videos, periodicals, audio books, fax machine, computers with Internet access, and a copy machine.

Those who require special needs services are also provided for.  Large print books are available and there is also a Talking Book program.  Home delivery of books is also available for the elderly and those who are ill or handicapped.  One of the library's highest priority is the children of the community.  Story Hour and the Summer Reading Program are two services that are well received in Annawan.  Many generous contributions from citizens, organizations and business help these programs.  The library is also aided by the "Friends of the Annawan Library" who do fundraisers, supply volunteers and supplement what the library would not be able to purchase without their help.

Annawan-Alba Library hours are:
Monday - 1-5 p.m.
Tuesday - 9-12 noon and 1-5 p.m.
Wednesday - 1-7 p.m.
Thursday - Closed
Friday - 9-12 noon and 1-5 p.m.
Saturday - 9-4 p.m.
Sunday - Closed

 

-Services offered at the Library-

Interlibrary Loan:  The library can send to other libraries for books and information for the patrons.

Reciprocal Borrowing:  You may use a valid Annawan library card to check materials out from other libraries

Special Needs:  As noted, large print books are available as is home delivery.  Also Talking Books information is available through the library.  Talk with the librarian for further information.  The building has a ramp and is handicapped accessible.  Extended periods of time may be arranged for older people, teachers and organizations.

Magazines:  The library subscribes to 30 magazines.  Back issues are also available.

Fax machine:  Available for public use, though a small fee is charged.

Copier:  Copier with extra features.  Colored paper is available.

Children's Reading Program:  Story Hours:  Tuesday Mornings - 3 year olds at 9:30-10:45, with the 4 year olds at 10:45-11:30.

Summer Reading Program:  For children who have completed kindergarten through 5th grade.

Reserve:  You may put your name on a reserve list for new and popular items.

Book Drop:  Located in the front hall when you come in the building for your convenience.

Memorials:  Books can be accepted as a donation in a loved ones name.  This is a wonderful way to remember a loved one and help us build up our book base.

 

-Library Board Members-

Kris Hemphill   *   Connie Hatzer   *   Becky Frankenreider   *   Jane Savage   *   Marilyn Newman   *   Marilyn Yerkey   *   Patty Lancaster   *   Lori Ufheil   *   Linda Lane   *   Lisa Spivey   *   David Cole   *   Marge Tuisl   *   Fran Hartman   *   Sharon VanKerrebroeck

 

*   Summer Reading Program   *


 

The Summer Reading Program is held for kids ranging from kindergarten to 5th grade.  They meet every Monday, first at the Annawan-Alba Library where they return books, check out more books, and to put up cut out shapes for number of books that they have read.  The names are for a weekly drawing are then drawn at the Annawan Community Center.  At the Center the children see a program that has to do with the theme for that year, have their above mentioned weekly drawing, and get information on what is going on the next week.

Please contact the Annawan-Alba Library for further information about the services they offer.

Annawan-Alba Township Library
320 W. Front Street
Annawan, Illinois 61234
Phone - (309) 935-6483
Fax - (309) 935-6483