Job Opening

Job Posting: Circulation Assistant

The Limestone Township Library District is an equal opportunity employer

Job Description:

The Limestone Township Library District is looking for a friendly and enthusiastic individual for a circulation assistant position. Must be able to provide excellent customer service, be flexible, organized, and detail-oriented. Must be able to work well independently, as well as part of a team. Under the supervision of the Library Director, the Circulation Assistant performs tasks relating to circulating library materials, registering users, and general patron assistance. They deal responsibly with patron problems and emergencies to maintain a safe and pleasant work environment.

Qualifications

A. Minimum age 18 years.

B. High School Diploma (or equivalent) and/or previous library experience preferred.

C. At least one year of experience in a public contact position.

D. Position requires day, evening, and weekend hours.

Hours

Part-time: 6-11 hours/week

Salary

Hourly rate: $8.50/hour

Contact Information

Please send resume to:

Lynne Noffke, Director

Limestone Township Library District 

2701 W. Tower Road

Kankakee, Il 60901 
Phone: 815-939-1696
Fax: 815-939-1748
Email: lnoffke@limestonelibrary.org
www.limestonelibrary.org

Deadline for application: May 20, 2019, or until filled

See our Job Openings page for more information!

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

at Limestone Township Library District

Registration for programs is required prior to the day of the event.

Storytime

Tuesday, April 30th

10:15 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.

Enjoy the mix of crafts, stories, and music to help young children develop a love for reading. Parents and guardians can bring their 6-months to 5-year-old children.

Evening Storytime 
Tuesday, April 30th

6:15 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Come during an early evening program to enjoy the mix of crafts, stories, and music to help young children develop a love for reading. Parents and guardians
can bring their 6-months to 5-year-old children. PJ's encouraged.

Homework Cafѐ
Monday, May 6th

3:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
6^th Grade - 12th Grade  
Come to the Library with your friends to study in the meeting room. Use the resources at the Library for class projects. Library staff will be on hand to give assistance.

Storytime

Tuesday, May 7th

10:15 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.

Enjoy the mix of crafts, stories, and music to help young children develop a love for reading. Parents and guardians can bring their 6-months to 5-year-old children.

Stitch by Stitch
Wednesday, May 8th

6:15 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Grab your crochet hooks, knitting needles, scrapbooks, or other crafting project for a fun night at the Library! Work on your project while talking and laughing with others. You supply your craft; we supply the space.

Early Closing – Friday, May 10, 2019

The Library is closing early at 3:00 P.M. on Friday, May 10. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Mother’s Day Craft
Saturday, May 11th

11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. for K- 3^rd Grade

1:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M. for 3^rd Grade and up
Celebrate the special woman in your life at the Library! Each session will have an age appropriate craft that becomes a special gift. There is no fee for this program, all supplies are provided.

Summer Reading Registration!

Registration begins Monday, May 12th

Have fun with us this summer as we explore the arts with this year’s summer reading program “It’s Showtime.” For more information, call the Library at 815-939-1696.

Job Opportunity

 Job Posting: Circulation Assistant

The Limestone Township Library District is an equal opportunity employer

Job Description:

The Limestone Township Library District is looking for a friendly and enthusiastic individual for a circulation assistant position. Must be able to provide excellent customer service, be flexible, organized, and detail-oriented. Must be able to work well independently, as well as part of a team. Under the supervision of the Library Director, the Circulation Assistant performs tasks relating to circulating library materials, registering users, and general patron assistance. They deal responsibly with patron problems and emergencies to maintain a safe and pleasant work environment.

Qualifications

A. Minimum age 18 years.

B. High School Diploma (or equivalent) and/or previous library experience preferred.

C. At least one year of experience in a public contact position.

D. Position requires day, evening, and weekend hours.

Hours

Part-time: 6-11 hours/week

Salary

Hourly rate: $8.50/hour

Contact Information

Please send resume to:

Lynne Noffke, Director

Limestone Township Library District 

2701 W. Tower Road

Kankakee, Il 60901 
Phone: 815-939-1696
Fax: 815-939-1748
Email: lnoffke@limestonelibrary.org
www.limestonelibrary.org

Deadline for application: May 20, 2019, or until filled

See our Job Openings page for more information!

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

at Limestone Township Library District

Registration for programs is required prior to the day of the event.

Storytime

Tuesday, April 23rd

10:15 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.

Enjoy the mix of crafts, stories, and music to help young children develop a love for reading. Parents and guardians can bring their 6-months to 5-year-old children.

"Home" String Art    

Thursday, March 25th
5:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.                                 

Add rustic flare to your home with this homemade string art design! The project will be created on antiqued wooden boards. All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

Lego Building – Family Style

Saturday, April 27^th

11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.

Join us for an open play session with all of the family, creating buildings and creatures with Lego blocks. All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

Storytime

Tuesday, April 30th

10:15 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.

Enjoy the mix of crafts, stories, and music to help young children develop a love for reading. Parents and guardians can bring their 6-months to 5-year-old children.

Evening Storytime 
Tuesday, April 30th

6:15 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Come during an early evening program to enjoy the mix of crafts, stories, and music to help young children develop a love for reading. Parents and guardians
can bring their 6-months to 5-year-old children. PJ's encouraged.

For more information or to register for any of our programs, stop in at the Library at 2701 W. Tower Road or call us at 815-939-1696.

LTLD Board Meeting Postponed

F.Y.I.

Due to unforeseen circumstances

the Limestone Township Library District Board meeting

has been postponed to

Saturday, April 20^th at 9:00 A.M.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

Upcoming Events!

Upcoming Events

at Limestone Township Library District

Registration for programs is required prior to the day of the event.

Springtime Craft
Monday, April 15^th
4:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.
Kindergarten - Third Grade
Bring your kids to the Library for some after-school arts and crafts! Their bright art will have springtime knocking at your door. All supplies are provided, there is no fee for this program.

Storytime

Tuesday, April 16th

10:15 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.

Enjoy the mix of crafts, stories, and music to help young children develop a love for reading. Parents and guardians can bring their 6-months to 5-year-old children.

Easter Gifts

Wednesday, April 17^th

6:00 P.M.- 7:00 P.M.

3^rd-8^th Grades

Stumped on gift ideas? Let us help! Head on over and create personalized DIY spa gifts. All supplies are provided; there is no fee for this program.

Homework Cafѐ
Monday, April 22nd

3:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
6^th Grade - 12th Grade  
Come to the Library with your friends to study in the meeting room. Use the resources at the Library for class projects. Library staff will be on hand to give assistance.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

at Limestone Township Library District

Registration for programs is required 

prior to the day of the event.

Stop in the Library for National Library Week 

on April 8^th thru April 13^th. 

Each day we will have a quick game or make & take craft 

for patrons to celebrate libraries.

Homework Cafѐ
Monday, April 8th

3:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
6^th Grade - 12th Grade  
Come to the Library with your friends to study in the meeting room. Use the resources at the Library for class projects. Library staff will be on hand to give assistance.

Storytime

Tuesday, April 9th

10:15 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.

Enjoy the mix of crafts, stories, and music to help young children develop a love for reading. Parents and guardians can bring their 6-months to 5-year-old children.

Evening Storytime 
Tuesday, April 9th

6:15 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Come during an early evening program to enjoy the mix of crafts, stories, and music to help young children develop a love for reading. Parents and guardians
can bring their 6-months to 5-year-old children. PJ's encouraged.

Monarch Book Club
Wednesday, April 10th
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Kids in 1st -3rd Grade have their own book club. We will read the award winning or nominated book at our gathering time and have a crafting session.

Spring Celebration

Saturday, April 13^th

12 Noon – 1:30 P.M.

Here comes Peter Cottontail… hopping to Limestone Township Library District! Join us for a visit with Mr. Peter, and Easter egg hunt, and games. Space is limited, reserve your spot today!

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

at Limestone Township Library District

Registration for programs is required prior to the day of the event.

Stitch by Stitch

Wednesday, April 3

6:15 P.M.

Grab your crochet hooks, knitting needles, or scrap books for a fun night at the library! We invite crafters of all sorts to work on your latest project with other crafting enthusiasts.

Homework Cafѐ 

Monday, April 8th

3:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
6^th Grade - 12th Grade  
Come to the Library with your friends to study in the meeting room. Use the resources at the Library for class projects. Library staff will be on hand to give assistance.

Storytime

Tuesday, April 9th

10:15 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.

Enjoy the mix of crafts, stories, and music to help young children develop a love for reading. Parents and guardians can bring their 6-months to 5-year-old children.

Evening Storytime 

Tuesday, April 9th

6:15 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Come during an early evening program to enjoy the mix of crafts, stories, and music to help young children develop a love for reading. Parents and guardians
can bring their 6-months to 5-year-old children. PJ's encouraged.

Monarch Book Club
Wednesday, April 10th
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Kids in 1st -3rd Grade have their own book club. We will read the award winning or nominated book at our gathering time and have a crafting session.

Spring Celebration

Saturday, April 13^th

12 Noon – 1:30 P.M.

Here comes Peter Cottontail… hopping to Limestone Township Library District! Join us for a visit with Mr. Peter, and Easter egg hunt, and games. Space is limited, reserve your spot today!

For more information or to register for any of our programs, stop in at the Library at 2701 W. Tower Road or call us at 815-939-1696. 

Election Day

Tomorrow is Election Day!

There will be NO Storytime 
on April 2nd.  

Join us on April 9th when the chicks

 come for their annual visit!