November News and Closure Information

As a reminder, the library building will be closed beginning Saturday, November 18, so that carpet can be installed and the building’s interior can be painted. At the time of this publication, we are planning to reopen right before Christmas. Stay tuned to our website and social media pages for more information as we get closer to the end of the project.

The bookdrop will be closed during this time, so please keep your items at home until we reopen, or they may be dropped off at another public library in the area. All due dates are currently being extended to December 27. All library cards set to expire during this time have already been extended to January 1 so that you maintain access to our digital library. Your Heyworth Library card will also work at surrounding libraries like Normal Public Library and Mt. Hope-Funks Grove Public Library.

Staff will be working behind the scenes during this time, so please reach out by phone (309-473-2313) or email (questions@heyworthlibrary.com) with any questions or concerns that you may have.

Programs:

Family Reading Night is an annual statewide event held the third Thursday in November to encourage families to spend quality time reading together. This year’s Family Reading Night is November 16. Stop by the library beginning November 13 for popcorn and a take ‘n make craft so enjoy at home with your family.

Book Clubs:

Adventure Book Club for 4th – 6th graders will meet on Thursday, November 16, at 3:30 p.m. to discuss The Last Human by Lee Bacon.
Happy Tales Book Club is for 1st – 3rd graders. This group will meet Tuesday, November 14, to read aloud the final chapter of Good Dog: Home Is Where the Heart Is.

Illinois Libraries Present

Surviving the Holidays with Lori Gottlieb, Wednesday, December 6, 7 p.m.
Experience The Nutcracker at Home!, Saturday, December 16, and Sunday, December 17

Why Knot Knit, a program for 5th grade through adult, will meet at the library on Monday, November 13, at 3:15 p.m. On Mondays during the library’s refresh, November 20 – December 18, The United Church of Heyworth has agreed to let the knitting group use the library room behind the sanctuary from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. The church is located at 302 E. Main St. This group is led by volunteer knitter, Mary Lee. Supplies will be provided.

Stay tuned for some surprise videos on Facebook by Mrs. Jacque! Our regular programming will resume at the library in January. Have a safe and happy holiday season!

The library will be closed Friday, November 10, to observe Veterans Day.