Welcome to Catlin Public Library District
WELCOME
Catlin Public Library Web Accessibility Statement
The Catlin Public Library strives to ensure that everyone has access to our full range of collections, programming, events, meetings, and services. The Library has selected the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), version 2.1, level AA, as its accessibility standard, and strives to conform to the WCAG standard to ensure our digital offers are accessible.
We are working towards meeting these standards.
Upcoming Events
Chair Yoga for Adults, with Shanna Dixon
Join us on the second Thursday of the month for a relaxing exercise class good for all ability levels.
No set fee, but we will set out a donation container to cover the cost.
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Crafterday
Come craft with us! The second Tuesday of the month we will meet from 9:30 – about 11 with Debbie Weilmuenster and library staff. Please sign up so we can be prepared.
April 8, Painted wood decor
May 13, Flower pot ladies
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Tales and Travel Memories
The third Thursday at 2:30 PM we host a memory café for those living with memory loss along with care partners. We will use imagination, books, music and objects to learn
about locations and events.
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Stitch ‘n’ Chat
Bring your own project and join us Mondays at 1:00 p.m. for a time of socializing while you craft! For teens and adults, no need to sign-up.
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Coffee Talk
We are taking a break from weekly Coffee Talks. Our next Wednesday morning programs are Music with Bob Schifo on April 30 at 10.
Smart phones at a glance with CRIC healthy aging will occur on Wednesday, May 7 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
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Gathering at the Library
A program for adults with intellectual disabilities and a family member. Please ask a staff person for more information or join the Facebook group, "Families of adults with intellectual disabilities in Vermilion County IL"
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Color Our World
For adults and teens. Pick up a bookmark to keep track of books you read- when you have read 25 books bring it back to enter a prize drawing! (If you don’t make it to 25 books, don’t worry- we will do an extra drawing for incomplete bookmarks!)
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Easter Storytimes at 10 and 2 on Friday, April 18
We are a fine-free library
In January 2023, the Library Board of Trustees voted to designate the Catlin Public Library District as a fine free library. Our items will be due back in one month with no renewals. If you need to have an item for longer than a month and we can check it out to you again. If you do have a book checked out past that due date, you will receive overdue notifications on your account. After the third overdue notification, the book will be declared lost and you will be charged the cost to replace that item. If you return the item that was declared lost, the replacement fee will come off of your account and you will have a $0.00 balance again.
If you have lost or damaged a book, please come to the library to pay the amount to replace it as soon as possible.
If you check out materials from other libraries, they may have a different due date.
Download the Share Mobile App
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Browse new books
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Search digital content
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Place holds
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Renew items
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View book recommendations
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Add multiple accounts, manage family checkouts
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Keep track of library due dates
Library services for the people of
Catlin Township
Free library cards for residents of Catlin Township
Books, audiobooks, movies, puzzles
and magazines available for check out.
Local newspapers are available for browsing.
Library programs for all ages, including Stitch 'n' Chat,
monthly Crafterdays and chair yoga for adults.
We offer seasonal programs for children- for more information
follow our Facebook page: Catlin Public Library
or sign up for our weekly Wowbrary emails.
Call ahead if you need notary services.
Public computers available- no library card needed.
Fax, copy, print and scan available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Copies/fax/print
We allow anyone to use our printer- no library card required. Some phones can print wirelessly.
Fees:
Copies- $.10 page black and white
$.20 double-sided
$.50 color- ask at front desk
Fax- $.50 per page
Scan to email- $.25 per page
We do not charge if the items are for tax purposes, or regarding the death of a loved one.
Donating materials
We accept gently used, recent books and movies (generally 10 years old or less). Call ahead if you need help unloading.
E-books and audiobooks
To get library materials on your e-reader, tablet, smart phone or computer, download the hoopla digital app or the Libby app onto your device. Use your library barcode and password/PIN - the last 4 digits of your phone number.
Library card
If you live in Catlin township, bring in your state ID and 2 pieces of mail, all with your current address. You will agree to be financially responsible for any materials borrowed on your account, and to comply with our policies.
Request library materials online
Catalog Home | Catlin Public Library District This link will take you to the Catlin Public Library Aspen Catalog page. Log in with your library barcode and your PIN- the last 4 digits of the phone number you gave us for your account. Type an author, subject or title in the search box. If you want to limit it to just our library, click "All Formats", then "My Library".
Reserve a space
If you would like to reserve a spot at a table for a meeting, or a computer to take a test online, please call us at 217.427.2550. We do not have enclosed, private spaces, but do reserve tables for tutors or meetings with just a few people. There is no charge.
Wireless Access
To use our Wi Fi:
On your device, choose: LibraryOpen
You will be directed to a Wireless Internet Use Agreement.
Click "I accept terms of use"
Click "Connect"
Click "Done"
If you need a password, it is: CatlinLibrary
Some devices are able to print wirelessly on our Kyocera printer. You must use our WiFi to print.
Lots to do at the library!
The Month's Events
We are partnering with Explore More Illinois. Click the link above to discover all of the participating attractions.
Many offer discounted admission as an added benefit to having a local library card- but check the OFFER tab to see the details.
Opening Hours
Monday 9-5
Tuesday 9-7
Wednesday 9-5
Thursday 9-5
Friday 9-7
Saturday 9-noon
We are closed the following holidays:
New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
We may close unexpectedly for safety reasons due to severe weather. Call ahead if conditions are questionable. 217-427-2550.
Links
Link to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) for the state of Illinois.
Link to Village of Catlin website
Link to Salt Fork School District website
Care Partner Resources - Champaign Public Library (booksite.com) : for resources regarding care giving and dementia related information
For online learning resources for kids, go to ABCMouse.com
FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) Directory for the Catlin Public Library District
• Requests in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act can be in writing and requests are to be submitted by mail, personal delivery, fax, email, etc. No specific written form is required.
• A FOIA request should contain the following*:
1. The requester’s full name (printed and signature), address, daytime phone number, fax number and email address if applicable.
2. A brief, yet specific description of the public records sought.
3. Whether the request is for inspection of public records, copies of public records, or both. Copies will be provided in the manner/medium requested, in the format the library maintains or other agreed upon manner as feasible.
* Please note, under the revised law, if the request is being made for a commercial purpose, the requester shall make such statement when requesting a record(s).
• The FOIA Officer name and the address where requests should be sent:
By Mail:
Kathleen Bennett
c/o Catlin Public Library
101 Mapleleaf Drive
Catlin, Illinois 61817
By Email:
catlinlibrary03@yahoo.com
• Copies of public records will be provided upon payment of a copying fee, if applicable.
Duplication fees:
The first 50 basic Black and White copies are free, after which the following fees will apply.
Copies 8 ½ x 11 or 8 ½ x 14 = 15 cents per page
