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The Book Report – June 4

June 2, 2025 by Jodi Travelstead and Nicole Inboden

By Nicole Inboden and Jody Travelstead

Summer Reading is here! Join us at the library Wednesdays in June at 1:00 p.m. We have some great presenters lined up for you again this year. Stop by the library and look at all the cool prizes and books that you can win.  We have a lot of fun planned for you, with stories, prizes, snacks, and more! 

Drive by the library and check out our new sign! We advertise all of our upcoming programs on the sign and you can check out our Facebook page for more information.

The Norris City Public Library will be CLOSED on Thursday, June 19th for Juneteenth.  [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community Events, The Book Report

The Book Report – April 23

April 21, 2025 by Jodi Travelstead and Nicole Inboden

By Nicole Inboden and Jody Travelstead

Stop by the library and say hi to an old friend! Former Norris City resident Carla Bruce will be at the library on Tuesday, April 22nd from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. to sign copies of her new book “I Am Is Your All”. Come and hear the author read a few of the selections. This just released daily devotional book will be on sale at the discounted price of $20 for this event. 

Plan to join Milly Pate and the Norris City Library Gardeners for a Ladies Tea Party on May 13th at 4:30 pm. Stay tuned for more information. [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community Events, The Book Report

The Book Report – April 16

April 14, 2025 by Jodi Travelstead and Nicole Inboden

By Nicole Inboden and Jody Travelstead

Join the Norris City Library Gardeners this Tuesday, April 15th at 5:00 pm!  Herb Klickner, Illinois Master Gardener from the University of Illinois Extension, will present a program on Square Foot Gardening and cover a wide range of topics. Prepare to learn about garden location, raised bed construction, efficient use of space, what & where to plant, healthy homemade soil, and more!

The Norris City Library will be CLOSED on Good Friday, April 18th. 

Ladies Tea Party coming May 13th, stay tuned! [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community Events, The Book Report

The Book Report – April 9

April 9, 2025 by Jodi Travelstead and Nicole Inboden

By Nicole Inboden and Jody Travelstead

Make your own herb scented rice heating pad! These cute little microwave hot packs are great for aches and pains. Join Milly Pate and the Library Gardeners on Thursday, April 10th at 5:00 pm for this free program. Choose from lavender, Chamomile, Eucalyptus, and Peppermint - all supplies will be provided.

Join the Norris City Library Gardeners on April 15th at 5:00 pm for a program on Square Foot Gardening. Herb Klickner, Illinois Master Gardener from the University of Illinois Extension will present this program and cover a wide range of topics. Prepare to learn about garden location, raised bed construction, efficient use of space, what & where to plant, healthy homemade soil, and more!

The Norris City Library will be CLOSED on Good Friday, April 18th.  [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community Events, The Book Report

The Book Report – February 19

February 19, 2025 by Jodi Travelstead and Nicole Inboden

By Nicole Inboden and Jody Travelstead

Beginning Monday, February 24th, the Norris City Library will be CLOSED for Renovation and will be closed around two weeks. We are getting new carpet! The last day to check out books before shutdown will be on Saturday, February 22nd so stop by the library and stock up on books. During the library closure, we ask that you hold all Norris City Library books and not order any items from other libraries through our delivery service. Your books will be renewed and no fines will accrue during the library closure.

The Cloud Library will be available for eResources and as always feel free to visit other local libraries with your card! We will do our best to keep you updated on our progress so watch the library’s sign and follow our Facebook page.

Join the Norris City Library Gardeners on March 25th at 5:00 p.m. for a program on Square Foot Gardening. Herb Klickner, Illinois Master Gardener from the University of Illinois Extension will present this program and cover a wide range of topics. Prepare to learn about garden location, raised bed construction, efficient use of space, what & where to plant, healthy homemade soil, and more! [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community Events, News, The Book Report

The Book Report – December 11

December 11, 2024 by Jodi Travelstead and Nicole Inboden

By Nicole Inboden and Jody Travelstead

December 16th, it’s Merry Grinchmas at the Norris City Library. Don’t miss out on the fun! Drop in between 3:30 and 6:00 for some delicious cookies, snacks, and Grinch punch. Join Milly Pate and make some new ornaments for your tree. One lucky kiddo will go home with our Grand Prize, a stocking full of Grinch themed items. Bring your camera so you can take your picture with the Grinch. For more information, call the library at 618-378-3713 or check out our Facebook page. Hope to see you there! [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community Events, The Book Report

The Book Report – December 4

December 4, 2024 by Jodi Travelstead and Nicole Inboden

By Nicole Inboden and Jody Travelstead

Don’t miss out on the fun! Tuesday, December 16th join us for a very Merry Grinchmas. Drop in between 3:30 and 6:00 for some delicious cookies, snacks, and Grinch punch. Join Milly Pate and make some new ornaments for your tree. One lucky kiddo will go home with our Grand Prize, a stocking full of Grinch themed items. Bring your camera so you can take your picture with the Grinch. For more information, call the library at 618-378-3713 or check out our Facebook page. Hope to see you there! [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community Events, The Book Report

The Book Report – November 20

November 20, 2024 by Jodi Travelstead and Nicole Inboden

By Nicole Inboden and Jody Travelstead

Don’t miss the Grinch! Plan to join Milly Pate and the Grinch for cookies and crafts on Tuesday, December 16th. This is a come and go event that will be held from 3:30 to 6:00pm. Bring your camera so you can take your picture with the Grinch!

Thanksgiving Hours: The Norris City Public Library will be open on Wednesday, November 27th from 11 am to 4 pm. We will be CLOSED on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 28th. We will re-open on Black Friday, November 28th to normal hours - 10 am to 5 pm. [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community Events, The Book Report

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