A Message from the Library

A Message from the Library

As of Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Limestone Township Library District 

will be closed until further notice.

In the meantime, please check out our e-resources

such as:

Overdrive
Consumer Reports

Tumblebooks

World Book Online

the Libby app using your library card

Stay connected by sending messages through

our email address - info@limestonelibrary.org

Facebook

Instagram

In the meantime,

we are a community,

we are in this together

And we look forward to seeing you soon.

Library Closing on Wednesday, March 18

In the interest of the safety of our patrons, Limestone Township Library District is closing Wednesday, March 18 until further notice. This decision follows ongoing conversations with local health officials, the announcement that schools statewide will be closing, and the announcement of additional restrictions mandated for the restaurant industry.

The health and safety of our patrons and our staff is our first priority. Early action to increase social distancing is the best way to contain the spread of COVID-19 according to the CDC. We feel that closing the library is the best way to protect the health of our community at this time.

Please be aware that Prairie Cat has suspended all holds and RAILS has suspended delivery through the end of the month. We will stop all charging of overdue fines and waive existing fines.  All due dates have been extended through April 7. We encourage you to keep the materials at home and enjoy them.

You can continue to use the library without visiting by downloading e-books and e-audio books through Libby (smart phone app). Download books and movies with Omni through the library’s website. E-books for e-kids with picture books and early chapter books can be found on Tumble Books.  You can also explore World Book Online through our website.

Stay connected with us on Facebook, Instagram, and our website for more ideas for things to do with your library card along with ways to stay healthy.

We will continue to monitor the situation and reassess as more information becomes available. Closing the library is a difficult decision that we have made only because of these extraordinary circumstances. Staff will be working on special projects within the library or remotely, as circumstances allow. It is always possible to contact the library by phone (815-939-1696), or messages on our website or Facebook.

In the meantime, we are a community, we are in this together, and we’re looking forward to seeing you soon.

LTLD Still Open

Books are flying off the shelves in Northeast Seattle! 

Limestone Township Library District 

is still open until 8:00 P.M. today. 

Stop by and grab a few books, movies, 

or games to keep busy.

 For more information, 

please call us at (815) 939-1696.

Program Cancellations

In the interest of the safety of our patrons, 

Limestone Township Library District

 is cancelling programs through Saturday, April 4 

due to the increasing number 

of COVID-19 cases in Illinois. 

Some programs will be rescheduled 

at a later date to be declared. 

All other library services 

will continue to be offered at this time.

 If you have any questions, 

please call the library at 815-939-1696 

or email us at info@limestonelibrary.org.

Coronavirus Information

Coronavirus or COVID-19 

Because we want our patrons 

and community members 

to be well informed 

the Limestone Township Library District

is posting the following links 

to give the best possible information during this

time of concern

CDC Novel Coronavirus Summary

US Department of Health and Human Services

Illinois Department of Public Health

Kankakee County COVID-19 Hotline 815-802-9311

World Health Organization 

Coronavirus Questions Answered

Prevention

The CDC recommends these prevention tactics 

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/prevention.html

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

at Limestone Township Library District

Registration for programs is required

prior to the day of the event.

Storytime

Tuesday, March 10

10:15 AM—11:00 AM

 Enjoy the mix of crafts, stories, and music to help young children develop a love for reading. This program is for children 6-months to 5-year-old with their parents and/or guardians.

Gentle Yoga
Tuesday, March 10
11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M.
Join us for some gentle stretching and muscle building using yoga movements as our guide.
This program is for teens and adults only. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Limestone Township Library District.

Adult Book Club 
Tuesday, March 10

6:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
Join us for lively conversation as we discuss The Secrets We Kept by Lara Prescott.
Books are available at the front desk 

Cooking Class: Hot Sauce

Wednesday, March 11

5:30 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.

Learn how to make craft hot sauce for an inexpensive and easy way to spice up your food. All supplies provided; there is no charge for this program.

Chess Club
Thursday, March 12
5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M.
Join our chess club to learn and improve your ability to play. All ages are welcomed.

Introduction to Smartphones

Friday, March 13

11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M.

For All Ages

We will instruct patrons on basic set-up, how to connect WIFI, e-mail, picture messaging, voicemail, how to use the app store, button configuration, and other fun tips and tricks. The presentation will be immediately followed by a Q&A session as well as a time for trainers to work individually with participants.

Monarch Book Club
Saturday, March 14
1:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M.
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.

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. Visit the website to see a listing of all programming at www.limestonelibrary.org.

Upcoming Programs

Upcoming Events

at Limestone Township Library District

Registration for programs is required

prior to the day of the event.

Storytime

Tuesday, March 3

10:15 AM—11:00 AM

 Enjoy the mix of crafts, stories, and music to help young children develop a love for reading. This program is for children 6-months to 5-year-old with their parents and/or guardians.

Friends of the Library Meeting
Tuesday, March 3
6:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
The Friends of the
Limestone Township Library District support and advocate for the Library. Join us at our March meeting and see how you can volunteer for your community!

Dr. Seuss’s Birthday Party

Thursday, March 5

5:30 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.

Join us for a celebration of one of our favorite authors for cupcakes, crafts, activities, and more. For children in kindergarten thru third grade.