FEATURED RESOURCES

Online Resources

Stuck at Home? Need fun, educational, activities for all ages? Check out our Google Doc of resources which will be updated daily here!

RSAcat Mobile App

Digitally browse the library’s collection, see details about items, make your selection and place a hold for later pickup, renew items you have checked out, and pay outstanding fines in your account. The comprehensive account management includes the ability to link other library cards to easily manage multiple accounts from one app.

Ancestry Library Edition

Discover your family history with the world's largest genealogy website. We have been granted permission to temporarily offer our patrons access to Ancestry Library Edition from home during the COVID-19 closure.  This resource is for Washington District Library cardholders only and is password protected.  Please email questions@washingtondl.org for the password.

FEATURED EVENTS

The Shelton Gang

April 18 @ 2:00 PM
MAIN LIBRARY

During the 1920’s, 1930’s and 1940’s the Shelton Gang was one of the most powerful gangs in the mid-west. Starting with prohibition in 1920 and continuing with gambling after the end of prohibition in 1933, the Shelton’s controlled these illegal operations in Southern Illinois. In the 1940’s the Shelton’s operated out of Peoria and controlled all the slot machines in Peoria and Peoria County as well as running a gambling hall across the street from City Hall and providing protection for the other gambling interests in Peoria. In this presentation you will meet the Shelton brothers, hear about the gang wars in Southern Illinois, see how they operated in Peoria and about the demise of the gang.

Bernie Drake is a former President of the Peoria Historical Society and conducts history tours of Peoria for PHS.

Rock Painting

April 21 @ 6:30 PM
SUNNYLAND BRANCH

Celebrate National Library Week with rock painting!

All ages; no registration required.

Teen Taco Night

May 7 @ 5:00 PM
MAIN LIBRARY

Make your own tacos at the library and watch a movie while we eat!

For teens in grades 6-12.

Upcoming Events

Apr
8
Wed
11:30 am Brown Bag It: Fire Department
Brown Bag It: Fire Department
Apr 8 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Brown Bag It: Fire Department @ Washington District Library - Main Library
Bring your lunch to the library and enjoy a visit from our friends at the Fire Department! Drinks provided. All ages; no registration required
6:00 pm Cross Stitch 101
Cross Stitch 101
Apr 8 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Cross Stitch 101 @ Washington District Library - Main Library
Get started with the fun craft of cross stitch! This beginner-friendly class will cover basic cross stitch and all of the materials and accessories you need to get started. This event is for adults (18+) only. Registration required – limited to the first 12 signed up. Registration opens Monday, March 9th. Call 309-444-2241 to register.
Apr
9
Thu
2:30 pm Pins and Needles
Pins and Needles
Apr 9 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Pins and Needles @ Washington District Library - Main Library
Bring your knitting, crochet, cross stitch, quilting or any other needlework to this weekly group. Socialize with other crafters and exchange tips and tricks!
6:30 pm Tween Thursday: Bob Ross Night
Tween Thursday: Bob Ross Night
Apr 9 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Tween Thursday: Bob Ross Night @ Washington District Library - Main Library
Create a masterpiece with happy little trees, almighty mountains, and wondrous waters. All supplies provided. Ages 9-14; call the library at 309.444.2241 to register
6:30 pm WDL Book Club
WDL Book Club
Apr 9 @ 6:30 pm
WDL Book Club @ Washington District Library - Main Library
Discuss a book selected on a monthly basis.  Contact Erin at 309-444-2241 for more details.
Apr
12
Sun
all-day Library Closed
Library Closed
Apr 12 all-day
Library Closed
Main and Branch libraries closed all day for Easter.
Apr
13
Mon
10:00 am One-on-One Tech Help
One-on-One Tech Help
Apr 13 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
One-on-One Tech Help @ Washington District Library - Main Library
Have a question about ebooks, devices or computers?  Stop in and we can help!  First come, first serve availability. WDL cardholders can contact Erin for individual appointments.
4:00 pm Make It Monday: 3D Printing
Make It Monday: 3D Printing
Apr 13 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Make It Monday: 3D Printing @ Washington District Library - Main Library
Put your maker skills to work with a new project every month. April’s project is 3D Printing! Learn how to use our 3D printer. Ages 8-12; no registration required
Apr
14
Tue
10:00 am eBay Basics
eBay Basics
Apr 14 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
eBay Basics @ Washington District Library - Main Library
Learn the basics of buying and selling safely on eBay.
6:00 pm Teen ANIME Meeting
Teen ANIME Meeting
Apr 14 @ 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.

HOURS AND LOCATIONS

MAIN LIBRARY
Five Points Washington
380 N. Wilmor Rd.
Washington, IL 61571
Phone: 309.444.2241
Fax: 309.444.4711
questions@washingtondl.org
Monday
9am-6pm
Tuesday
9am-8pm
Wednesday
9am-8pm
Thursday
9am-8pm
Friday
9am-5pm
Saturday (Sep - May)
9am-5pm
Saturday (Jun - Aug)
9am-1pm
Sunday
1pm-5pm
SUNNYLAND BRANCH
16 Washington Plaza
Washington, IL 61571
Phone/Fax: 309.745.3023
questions@washingtondl.org


Monday
9am-6pm
Tuesday
1pm-8pm
Wednesday
9am-6pm
Thursday
1pm-6pm
Friday
9am-5pm
Saturday (Sep - May)
9am-1pm
Saturday (Jun - Aug)
Closed
Sunday
Closed