What's New at the Library

eBooks & More

The library gives you access to downloadable ebooks and audiobooks!

eResources

The library has tons of electronic resources for Washington District Library cardholders!  Check out NoveList book recommendations, Consumer Reports that you can access from home, Learning Express Library test preparation, Legal Information Reference Center, Small Business Reference Center, and more.

Text Message Services

You can keep up-to-date with your library account by signing up here via Shoutbomb.  Please note that while the library does not charge a fee to use the Shoutbomb service, your mobile phone service plan standard text messaging rates apply.

Upcoming Events

Aug
27
Tue
4:00 pm Library LEGO Club
Library LEGO Club
Aug 27 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Library LEGO Club @ Washington District Library - Main Branch
Use library-supplied LEGOs to build original creations that will be displayed for one month! Ages 5+; no registration.
6:30 pm Your Secret Chef: Great Garden G...
Your Secret Chef: Great Garden G...
Aug 27 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Your Secret Chef: Great Garden Goodness @ Washington District Library - Main Library
Personal chef Bill More demonstrates a full menu designed to highlight that fresh summer produce. Registration required – limited to the first 25 signed up.  Registration opens Monday, July 1st.  Call 309-444-2241 to register. NOTE: This event was rescheduled from July 31st.
Aug
28
Wed
6:30 pm Knowing the DNA Hand You’re Dealt
Knowing the DNA Hand You’re Dealt
Aug 28 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Knowing the DNA Hand You're Dealt @ Washington District Library - Main Library
Genealogist Carol Genung presents this introduction to DNA testing and genetic genealogy.  Learn what DNA is, the differences in the testing companies, and the beginning steps of what to do with your results.
Aug
29
Thu
6:30 pm Electronic Resources – In & Out ...
Electronic Resources – In & Out ...
Aug 29 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Electronic Resources - In & Out of the Library @ Washington District Library - Main Library
The library has tons of great resources to make your life better – ebooks, Consumer Reports, Ancestry and more!  Come to learn about them, plus free resources we recommend.
Aug
30
Fri
2:30 pm Genealogy Meetup
Genealogy Meetup
Aug 30 @ 2:30 pm
Genealogy Meetup @ Washington District Library - Main Library
Share your recent genealogical finds with others!  Get help using Ancestry Library Edition and other library resources to explore your family’s history.  Light refreshments provided.
Sep
2
Mon
all-day Library Closed
Library Closed
Sep 2 all-day
Library Closed
Main and Branch libraries closed all day for Labor Day.
Sep
5
Thu
4:00 pm STEAM Power: Bubblegum
STEAM Power: Bubblegum
Sep 5 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
STEAM Power: Bubblegum @ Washington District Library - Sunnyland Branch
Join us on the first Thursday of the month to make a new STEAM-powered project! This month’s project is making bubblegum. Ages 3+; no registration required
Sep
9
Mon
11:00 am Book Chatters
Book Chatters
Sep 9 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Book Chatters @ Washington District Library - Main Library
What are you reading?  Discuss your latest reads, get recommendations and learn about upcoming and recently released titles.  Take home an exciting new book before its official publication!  Light refreshments provided.
4:00 pm Make-It Monday: Buttons
Make-It Monday: Buttons
Sep 9 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Make-It Monday: Buttons @ Washington District Library - Main Library
Put your maker skills to work with a new project every month. September’s project is button making! Learn to use button making software and the library’s button machine. Ages 8-12; no registration required
Sep
10
Tue
6:00 pm Teen ANIME Meeting
Teen ANIME Meeting
Sep 10 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Teen ANIME Meeting @ Washington District Library - Main Library
Love anime and manga? Join the Washington Anime Group to watch anime, eat ramen, draw, and meet other fans. We meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from September – June. For teens in grades 6-12.