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Book Donations

The library has received several inquiries regarding the large book donation boxes appearing in store parking lots around East Peoria. Please note that these sites are NOT affiliated with Fondulac District Library (or other local libraries) and that donations placed in them do not benefit the library. To make donations to library, please bring them to the library and give them to library staff. (Small book donations, marked as such, may also be placed in the book drop.) For more information about book donation and other ways to support Fondulac District Library, please visit the Support the Library page or call (309) 699-3917.

genna2013-07-30T09:30:25-05:00July 30th, 2013|

Geocaching: Modern Treasure Hunting

Enthusiast Mark Lasswell discusses geocaching, the popular mix of treasure hunts, navigation, and outdoor hiking/walking, July 17 at 7 p.m. Learn the basics of caches, GPS, and more. This hobby is perfect for adults and families who want to mix adventure and fresh air with technology and treasure!

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The Magic Carpet

The Magic Carpet Take a magic carpet ride in an engaging, interactive performance July 10 at 7 p.m. at Fon du Lac Park District Administration Center at 201 Veterans Drive in East Peoria. Learn how tales like Star Wars and Harry Potter are rooted in ancient quests, magic, monsters, and epic battles between good and evil. Replica artifacts, instruments, and costumes enhance stories of courage, betrayal, and immortality. This intriguing event is appropriate for adults and teens, as well as older kids.

genna2013-07-08T12:09:52-05:00July 8th, 2013|

Now Hiring

Fondulac District Library is hiring for part-time positions in the Information Technology, Youth Services, Adult Services, and Circulation departments. Please see the Library Job Openings page for more information.

genna2013-07-02T08:21:40-05:00July 2nd, 2013|

BIG Book Sale this Saturday

FDL Friends Booksale 2013 Shop and support the library! The Friends of the Library offer bargains for all ages from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 29 at their BIG Book Sale in the library’s meeting room. Get the best items at great prices! The group also operates an ongoing sale during all open hours in the library’s lower level.

genna2013-06-24T10:57:36-05:00June 24th, 2013|

Audiobook Day to Celebrate Grant

Fondulac District Library has nearly doubled the size of its nonfiction audiobook collection due to the receipt of a $5,000 Back to Books grant. The new titles, available in CD and Playaway formats, are now on display and ready for patrons to checkout at the library. The collection expansion coincides with Audiobook Month, which occurs each year in June.

The library celebrates with Audiobook Day on June 27. Patrons who check out an audiobook from the adult collection on June 27 will receive a prize and may enter a drawing. A representative from Playaway also will be at the library from 3 to 7 p.m. to discuss the all-in-one audiobook players available at the library.

The grant award was were made possible by a combination of funds from the Federal Institute of Museum and Library Services and state of Illinois library funds.

genna2013-06-19T19:25:11-05:00June 19th, 2013|

Events Moved

The following events have been relocated from the lower level meeting room to increase accessibility. Please read below for new locations.

Say Hola Spanish Classes
Wednesdays through July 24 at 10 a.m.
East Peoria Community High School Library, 1401 East Washington Street, East Peoria

Make It/Take It Crafts
Wednesdays through July 24 at 2 p.m.
Fondulac District Library parking lot (Lobby if inclement weather), 140 East Washington Street, East Peoria

Travel Around the World
Thursdays through July 25 at 2 p.m.
FOLEPI Building, 2230 East Washington Street, East Peoria

Snake Safari: A Reptile Experience
June 25 at 10 a.m.
Fon du Lac Park District Administration Center, 201 Veterans Drive, East Peoria

The Magic Carpet: Stories and Song from Ancient Mesopotamia & Egypt
July 10 at 7 p.m.
Fon du Lac Park District Administration Center, 201 Veterans Drive, East Peoria

Library Board Meetings
July 29, August 26, and September 30 at 6 p.m.
Fon du Lac Park District Administration Center, 201 Veterans Drive, East Peoria

genna2013-06-14T16:01:18-05:00June 14th, 2013|

New Online Resources

Just in time for final projects and exams, Fondulac District Library has added two new reference items to its Online Research Resources.

Encyclopedia of Constitutional Amendments Online: A complete examination of the United States’ 27 Constitutional Amendments. Illustrates changes to the Constitution since 1789.
Click here for access within the library without a Fondulac District Library card.

Nations of the World Online: Complete profiles of 231 nations and self-governing territories around the world. Political, economic, historical, and business information, as well as key facts.
Click here for access within the library without a Fondulac District Library card.

The library’s Online Research Resources are accessible to any user on Fondulac District Library’s computers or 24/7 with an Internet-connected computer or device and your Fondulac District Library card number. Be sure to check out all of the library’s free online resources! Subjects include:

News, Magazines, & Journals
Health
Automotive

Finance & Law
Careers & Education
Geography

genna2013-05-07T14:14:37-05:00May 7th, 2013|

Board Meeting Update

Fondulac District Library’s Board of Trustees will meet for a tour of the library construction site, 400 S. Richland Street, at 5:00 p.m., Monday, April 29, 2013, with the regular monthly meeting beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Fon du Lac Park Administration Building, 201 Veterans Drive, Room F.

genna2013-04-27T11:45:51-05:00April 27th, 2013|

Fundraiser for Library

Art Auction & Wine Pull

DOWNLOAD FLYER for Art Auction & Wine Pull

The Kiwanis Club of East Peoria will host an Art Auction and Wine Pull to benefit Fondulac District Library. The event is scheduled for Thursday, May 16, 2013, from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Eastport Banquet Center, 703 Mariners Way, East Peoria (near Stoney Creek Inn).

The evening fundraiser will feature an auction of artwork created by students from East Peoria and Metamora high schools. The artwork is juried by panel of local art professionals. Most pieces will be offered via silent auction, with select pieces being offered in a live auction starting at 7:00 p.m.

Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to purchase a chance(s) to pull numbered wine corks that correspond to a nice, very nice, or great bottle of wine.

Proceeds from the event will be donated to Fondulac District Library for the furnishing of the children’s story and craft room in the new library building currently under construction in The Levee District, East Peoria’s new downtown.

“We’re very much looking forward to this wonderful fundraiser! It will be a fun night in which we shine the light on some very talented local students and their artistic creations, all while helping create a wonderful new space for the children of East Peoria to grow their curiosity and to be inspired by the stories and knowledge available through the library,” said Tara Terpening, Club President.

Tickets, which include event entry, auction paddle, and hors d’oeuvres, are $25 per person and available from East Peoria Kiwanians, as well at the library. A cash bar and wine pull tickets will be available at the event.

Kiwanis also is accepting donations of wine and financial contributions to increase event proceeds.

Any individual or organization seeking additional information about the event, needing assistance locating a Kiwanis member for tickets, or wishing to make a contribution may call Kyle King at (309) 369-5873.

genna2013-04-25T12:24:26-05:00April 25th, 2013|

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