Allen County Public Library – News for April 29, 2026
The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.
Children and families preparing for kindergarten are encouraged to join us for First Friday’s on the Scottsville Square with the Heart of Scottsville to “Learn as You Grow” on Friday, May 1 at 6PM. Kits valued at over $50 will be dispersed to eligible participants thanks to a grant with the Regional Collaborative of Allen, Logan, and Simpson Counties through the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
There’s always something happening at the library for young readers.
Toddler Time: Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. for stories, songs, and fun activities.
Pre-K Story Hour: Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:00 a.m. (same program offered both days).
Homeschool Enrichment: Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. for students ages 5–12.
The In-Betweens: Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. for students ages 10–12.
Did you know your library card gives you access to 600+ free online courses? Topics include business, computer skills, crafts and hobbies, health and wellness, personal development, homeschooling resources, writing skills, and much more.
Visit www.allencountylibrary.com and click “Free Online Classes” to start learning something new today.
New Children’s Books
New arrivals for young readers include:
All That Glimmers by Laura Baker, Blues Boy: The B.B. King Story by Alice Faye Duncan, Birdy by N. West Moss, Because of a Show by Julie Fogliano, Copland: A Story About America by Veronica Mang, The Babysitters Club: Claudia and the Great Search by Ann M. Martin, The Chick-O-Saurus by Kelly Crull, Cat’s New Book by Nathalie Belhassen, Cat and Cat Adventures: The Lair of the Owl King by Susie Yi, Bug on the Bus by David Catrow, How to Catch a Bookworm by Alice Walstead, InBeTweens by Faith Erin Hicks, Iguana Miss You! by Sandra Boynton, I Love You Rain or Shine by Danielle McLean, Just One Oak by Maria Gianferrari, and It’s My Bird-Day! By Mo Willems.
New Adult Fiction
New fiction titles on the adult shelf include:
Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser, The Optimists by Brian Platzer, No Friend to This House by Natalie Haynes, No Matter What by Cara Bastone, The Academy by Elin Hilderbrand, It Girl by Allison Pataki, A Cruise to Die For by Heather Graham, The Book Witch by Meg Shaffer, The Paris Match by Kate Clayborn, The Moonlight Runner by Karen Robards, The Last Letters of Sally and Walter by Cammie McGovern, and Just This Once by Lena Hendrix
New Adult Nonfiction
New nonfiction titles include:
The Life You Don’t Know You Believe: How to Find it & Live Free by Jennie Allen, Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic by Bunnie XO, The Secret Lived of Murderers’ Wives by Elizabeth Arnott
Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.