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Free Tax Preparation Assistance at the Library

Fondulac District Library is offering tax preparation assistance through the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program. This free service is available to all, regardless of age, income, or residency. AARP membership is not required.

The service will be provided on Wednesday and Thursday mornings starting February 1 through April 12. Appointments for this assistance are required, and registration begins on January 16. Registration will remain open until all available appointments are filled. To make an appointment, visit or call the library at (309) 699-3917 ext. 2251 or 2252. An appointment must be made for each return being prepared. A list of important documents to bring to your appointment is available here.

For more information, please visit or call the library at (309) 699-3917 ext. 2251 or 2252.

Elizabeth Anderson2018-01-04T14:05:53-06:00January 4th, 2018|

The Great Courses Collection at the Library

The Great Courses collection is the newest addition to the library’s instructional DVDs and language learning kits. These college-level education kits are designed for lifelong learners. Enjoy the experience of quality education without homework or deadlines.

Choose these subjects and many more:
Archaeology
Astronomy
Cooking
Economics
Genealogy
History
Each kit features books and DVDs filled with quality content from college professors.
The Great Courses may be checked out for three weeks and renewed once. Please visit or call the library at (309) 699-3917 with questions.

Elizabeth Anderson2017-12-27T09:40:21-06:00December 27th, 2017|

#FDL: Holiday Traditions

Many holiday traditions have evolved over time to what they are now. Santa Claus, Christmas trees, hanging wreaths, and singing “Auld Lang Syne” are just a few of these.

Fill out the form here and tell us your holiday traditions. Your name will go into a drawing for a prize!

Christmas Trees

Evergreen trees were used by pagans for centuries to celebrate the winter solstice. It was not until the spread of Christianity that these evolved to symbolize the Christmas holiday. Germans began to decorate them, and when Price Albert and Queen Victoria decided to have a Christmas tree at Buckingham Palace, the tradition caught on.

Santa Claus

Our modern image of a fat man in a red and white suit evolved from the tradition of Saint Nicholas. The story tells of a kind bishop who desired to help the poor by sneaking into their houses at night and leaving them money. The modern image of Santa Claus was popularized by the artist Thomas Nast. Nast created a wood engraving (left) for the magazine Harper’s Weekly in 1862. This illustration depicted Saint Nicholas as the jolly old fat man we know today.

Hanging Wreaths

This tradition goes all the way back to ancient Roman times. The citizens of Rome believed that exchanging evergreen branches at the new year was good luck. The recipients started to display these branches as circular wreaths on their doorways.

Singing “Auld Lang Syne”

The Scottish poet, Robert Burns, wrote down the lyrics of this folk tune in 1788. The title translates from the gaelic “Auld Lang Syne” to “For old times’ sake.” The lyrics to the full version of the tune can be found here. It wasn’t until the Royal Canadians played “Auld Lang Syne” over the radio on December 31, 1929 that it became a traditional New Year’s song in North America.

Post by Susie Rivera, Reference Specialist

About #FDL

Welcome to #FDL! #FDL is a twice weekly update on all things Fondulac District Library and East Peoria. Twice a week, library staff will make posts that highlight some aspect of library life and relate it to you – our readers. Have you ever wanted to know which Dewey number represented a certain topic? Are you looking for book recommendations based on your favorite television show or television recommendations based on your favorite book? Have you ever wondered about the secret details of librarian life? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then #FDL is for you. We look forward to writing posts that are informative and entertaining and hope that you enjoy getting better acquainted with Fondulac District Library.

Susie Rivera2017-12-21T17:25:53-06:00December 21st, 2017|

We’re hiring!

The library is now accepting applications for a part-time Custodian position. Please visit https://www.fondulaclibrary.org/about-us/jobs for more information.

genna2017-12-21T17:14:06-06:00December 21st, 2017|

Winter 2018 Newsletter Now 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, or crafts, we’ve got something planned for everyone at the library this winter! Please take a moment to review the newsletter and mark your calendars with the great lineup of programs happening at Fondulac District Library through March. Enjoy!

Download (PDF, 5.52MB)

Elizabeth Anderson2017-12-20T08:38:27-06:00December 20th, 2017|

Online Research Resources

These and other online research resources are available at the library or online 24/7 with your Fondulac District Library card:

News, Magazines, and Journals – East Peoria Times Courier, Peoria Journal Star, popular magazines, and articles from scholarly publications
Genealogy – Ancestry Library Edition* and HeritageQuest Online
Automotive – Driving permit practice tests and car repair and maintenance information from Chilton Library
Careers and Education – Tools for resume building, job searching, certification exams, and more
Technology – Tutorials for Microsoft Office, social media, and Internet usage
Health – Wellness information and guides to symptoms, treatments, and drug interactions
Finance and Law – Legal forms, legal self-help, and information on the Constitutional Amendments
Geography, History, and Culture – Maps, statistics, and other information on nations worldwide

*Due to licensing restrictions, these resources are only available to users in the library.

Please visit or call the library at (309) 699-3917 if your have questions or need assistance with accessing these resources.

Elizabeth Anderson2017-12-11T10:27:03-06:00December 11th, 2017|

#FDL: What We’re Reading (and loving!) Right Now

Check out what the FDL staff is reading and loving right now! Click on each book cover to view it in our online catalog or to place a hold.

Oathbringer

By: Brandon Sanderson

Recommended by Jessica R. “I just finished Oathbringer by Brandon Sanderson, and I already want to read it again! It was an emotional roller coaster of a book, both exciting and heartbreaking. I can’t wait for the next one!”

Killing Floor

By: Lee Child

Recommended by Jacob. “Killing Floor is the first book of the Jack Reacher series and is a phenomenal crime novel full of action, suspense, and mystery!”

Changes: A Novel of the Dresden Files

By: Jim Butcher

Recommended by Sarah. “That title is an understatement; it could also have been called Murphy’s Law. That’s how much goes wrong.”

The Year of the Flood

By: Margaret Atwood

Recommended by Susie. “This is the second book in Atwood’s dystopian trilogy. I’m going back and forth between the print and audio book. It’s probably one of the strangest visions of the future out there.”

Magic Burns

By: Ilona Andrews

Recommended by Melissa. “I am listening to Magic Burns by Ilona Andrews. This is the second book in the series that follows Kate Daniels, a snarky, mercenary-turned-heroine, through a futuristic Atlanta where sometimes magic works and sometimes technology reigns. Kate has to battle undead creatures with the help of a werewolf and a vampire to get to the bottom of what’s going on.” *Contains explicit language

The Taste of War: World War Two and the Battle for Food

By: Lizzie Collingham

Recommended by Jonathan. “An interesting perspective on the role food played in World War II, discussing everything from strategy, politics, logistics, and technology.”

Strange Weather

By: Joe Hill

Recommended by Tom. This book is a collection of “four novellas about a Polaroid camera that erases memories, a multi-sided look at the gun debate, a solid “cloud,” and what happens when it rains nails.”

Post by: Susie Rivera, Reference Specialist

About #FDL

Welcome to #FDL! #FDL is a twice weekly update on all things Fondulac District Library and East Peoria. Twice a week, library staff will make posts that highlight some aspect of library life and relate it to you – our readers. Have you ever wanted to know which Dewey number represented a certain topic? Are you looking for book recommendations based on your favorite television show or television recommendations based on your favorite book? Have you ever wondered about the secret details of librarian life? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then #FDL is for you. We look forward to writing posts that are informative and entertaining and hope that you enjoy getting better acquainted with Fondulac District Library.

Susie Rivera2017-12-05T09:52:54-06:00December 5th, 2017|

New & Upcoming Titles for Winter 2017

An updated list of New & Upcoming Titles at Fondulac District Library has been added to the website! The books on this list are available to check out or place on hold.

Here is a sampling of a few of the latest titles:

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Elizabeth Anderson2017-11-27T16:14:51-06:00November 27th, 2017|

Online Catalog

Have you checked out the library’s online catalog? For the best experience, log in with your library card number and PIN. Manage your account, browse Fondulac District Library’s collection, as well as those of other area libraries, and place holds on items to pick up at the library of your choosing. If you don’t have a library card, or don’t know your PIN, contact the library at 309-699-3917 for assistance.

Elizabeth Anderson2017-11-27T09:26:07-06:00November 27th, 2017|

The Friends of Fondulac District Library

The Friends of Fondulac District Library:

Promote the library to the community.
Maintain the ongoing book sale.
Support the library’s collection and facilities.
Sponsor and assist library programs for all ages.
Meet quarterly. Agendas, minutes, and additional information about the Friends of FDL is available here.

Become a Friend of Fondulac District Library for only $5 per year to support the library and the community! Please visit or call the library at (309)699-3917 with questions.

Elizabeth Anderson2017-10-30T08:18:49-05:00October 30th, 2017|