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September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, and if you don’t have your library card, you’re missing out on a world of entertainment and education. If getting your library card has been on your to-do list since 2017, you can get…

If you received a U.S. Census Bureau COVID-19 Household Pulse Survey (sent from covid.survey@census.gov) in your e-mail, do not delete it. This is not a scam. What’s going on? The U.S. Census Bureau is sending Household Pulse Surveys to residents…

As summer ends and the new school year quickly approaches, now is the perfect time to discover all of the wonderful resources our library has for students! Whether you’re looking for homework help, a new book to read or exciting…

You may be familiar with the Libby app for checking out audiobooks and ebooks, but did you know you can also read all your favorite magazines on Libby? With a robust collection of magazines for adults, teens and kids in English and…

Did you know that we recently welcomed a new Bookmobile? This full-service, tech-friendly mobile branch of our library will soon begin making community stops, bringing library resources (and lots of fun) to our community! Why should you visit our new…

Pick up an Inspirations kit at the Children’s Services Desk! This is a new program where kids of all ages can get inspired and discover diverse authors and artists through hands-on activities. The first featured author and illustrator is Grace…

If you’re looking for great stories on a great app, meet Libby by OverDrive. Libby has thousands of FREE eBooks, audiobooks and magazines, hand-selected by our librarians. No matter what you’re looking to read, Libby has you covered—all you need…

We recently welcomed the arrival of our new Bookmobile! This new vehicle will replace our current Bookmobile, which has been part of the Fountaindale family since 2003. Our new Bookmobile—a full-service, tech-friendly mobile branch of our library—will soon provide scheduled…

Every year, we host a Preschool Round-Up at our library where we “round up” representatives from local preschools and daycare centers in one place. This is a fun event that helps parents find the right fit for their child in…

Everyone has been hit financially by the pandemic. This year, we are dedicated to providing resources to help you and your family save and manage your finances. Created by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago in 2002, Money Smart Week®…