Library Updates - Fondulac District Library

Fall Newsletter Available

The latest issue of Community Connection, Fondulac District Library’s quarterly newsletter, is now available! It is mailed to residences within the library district and also is available for download and printing from our website. Printed copies can also be picked up at the library.

Whether you are into history, writing, gaming, music, science, movies, or crafts, we’ve got something planned for everyone at the library this fall! Please take a moment to review the newsletter and mark your calendars with the great lineup of programs happening at Fondulac District Library through December. Enjoy!

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genna2015-09-28T10:01:14-05:00September 28th, 2015|

We’re hiring!

We're hiring! Love the library? Why not work here?!

Fondulac District Library is currently seeking enthusiastic, tech savvy, and fun qualified applicants for a Desk Assistant position.

Please see the Library Job Openings page for information about the position, job description, qualifications, and more.

genna2015-09-16T17:23:53-05:00September 16th, 2015|

New Director Announced

The Board of Trustees of Fondulac District Library announces that it has selected Genna Buhr as the new Library Director.

Buhr joined Fondulac District Library in 2010 as Public Services Manager and has served as Interim Co-Director since June of this year. Buhr will serve as Director, effective immediately.

Colleen Cole, Board President, noted “Ms. Buhr has the overwhelming support of the Board of Trustees, the community, and the library staff. Under her leadership, the trustees are excited to begin a new era in the remarkable history of Fondulac District Library.”

Ms. Buhr’s previous experience includes providing support and consultation in areas related to administration, resources, and technology to more than 250 central Illinois libraries while at Alliance Library System and six years in the for-profit sectors of corporate industry, advertising, and media. Ms. Buhr is a graduate of Illinois Wesleyan University and received a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from San José State University. She is an active member of the Illinois Library Association and the East Peoria Kiwanis.

genna2015-09-14T13:40:52-05:00September 14th, 2015|

Attn: local organizations

Library staff is planning an outdoor “Summer Reading Finale Fun Fair” for all ages to take place Saturday, August 1, from 11 am to 5 pm and is seeking East Peoria non-profit organizations to sell concessions. This is a community event open to anyone that celebrates music, the library, and the readers of all ages who have completed our summer reading program. Organizations must provide the items to sell, any setup (table, tent, etc.), and any permits needed and get to keep all profits. We still have some spots available. If your organization is interested, please contact Genna Buhr at genna@fondulaclibrary.org or 309-699-3917 x2181.

genna2015-06-15T15:40:44-05:00June 15th, 2015|

Spring Newsletter Available

The latest issue of Community Connection, Fondulac District Library’s quarterly newsletter, is now available! It is mailed to residences within the library district and also is available for download and printing from our website.

We’re gearing up for a busy spring and summer at the library. Saturday, April 11, marks the return of Star Wars Day, our most popular one-day event. Summer Reading is all-new this year, with prize and fun for readers of ALL AGES. Registration for the program begins June 1. These events are just a few of the many (like, 8-pages-many!) events and services discussed in the newsletter. Please take a moment to review it and mark your calendars. Enjoy!

Please note that in the paper copies mailed to residences and available at the library, there is an error. Star Wars Day takes place on Saturday, April 11, from 10 am to 3 pm (not 4 pm as printed). We have corrected the digital versions on our website. We apologize for the error and hope you’ll forgive us. After all, we’re human – not droids.

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genna2015-03-28T09:13:55-05:00March 28th, 2015|

We’re hiring!

Love the library? Why not work here?!

Fondulac District Library is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and fun-loving person who enjoys working with children of all ages and their parents for a part-time Youth Services Assistant position. Please see the Library Job Openings page for more information.

genna2015-02-10T10:12:12-06:00February 10th, 2015|

Winter Newsletter Available

The latest issue of Community Connection, Fondulac District Library’s quarterly newsletter, is now available! It is mailed to residences within the library district and also is available for download and printing from our website.

2014 was a great inaugural year at 400 Richland Street. With increased space and staff, the library offers more materials, programs, and services than ever! Within the variety of classes, clubs, and presentations for all ages, you’ll find new STEM programming for kids, several events to help you meet your resolutions, and the introduction of a new Teen Advisory Board. Of course, with all of these new happenings, more space is needed to tell you about them. The library’s newsletter, like the library and all that it offers, has grown from 4 to 8 pages. Enjoy!

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genna2014-12-19T16:10:41-06:00December 19th, 2014|

Books for Tornado-Affected Residents Available at FDL

A Book Above, a children’s bookstore in Elmhurst, and Readers Ignite collected donations of new and gently used books for residents affected by last November’s tornado. They have sent the library secular and inspirational books for children and adults. The library will distribute these books, while supplies last, to affected residents through November 25. Residents may check in with the second floor information desk to select books.

Many thanks to the kind individuals who donated books for the residents of our community!

genna2014-10-23T10:24:51-05:00October 23rd, 2014|

New at FDL: Awesome Box!

Fondulac District Library has collaborated with the Harvard Library Innovation Lab (Yes, that Harvard!) and is now offering our patrons an AWESOME BOX!

What’s an AWESOME BOX? It’s an alternate return box for library items that our community finds particularly entertaining, helpful, or eye-opening. Pretty much, anything you think is awesome! It’s a lot of fun to share your favorites and see what others think is awesome, too.

Returning items to an Awesome Box requires no extra work. To “awesome” an item, simply put it in the Awesome Box at the book drops near the checkout desk. Kids, teens, and adults can all easily share what they like with both the library and the rest of the community. (No worries…no personal information is shared.)

After library staff enters your awesome item into our Awesome Box software, the item is automatically posted to our webpage and lets everyone know that someone thought it was awesome. The latest 5 titles are shown right on our home page at fondulaclibrary.org. There’s also a linked Awesome Box page that shows everything that was awesomed at FDL, along with the most awesomed items.

Sorry. Even though they can be entertaining, helpful, and eye-opening, you may not put librarians in the Awesome Box. 🙂

genna2014-10-09T10:42:32-05:00October 9th, 2014|

Sculpture Installed

“Books Flying Off The Shelf,” sculpted by Gregory Johnson, was installed this morning by a very helpful crew from the City of East Peoria. The sculpture was purchased by Fondulac District Library with funds donated by the Peg and Ray Bahnfleth Memorial. The sculpture will be dedicated on the first anniversary of the library’s relocation to 400 Richland Street. All are welcome to attend the celebration at 1 p.m. November 2, 2014.

genna2014-09-30T15:37:34-05:00September 30th, 2014|