Allen County Public Library – News for May 6, 2026

Library Hours & Digital Library

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.

Weekly Programs for Children

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.

To reserve your child’s spot, call 270-237-3861 or visit the Events tab at www.allencountylibrary.com.

Free Online Learning

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: Whirby by Molly Harris, Minecraft: When the Warden Calls by Caleb Zane Huett, The Rare Bird by Elisha Cooper, Put Your Records On by Corinne Bailey Rae, Pizzasaurus by Tammi Sauer, My Someone: A Pet Adoption Story by Yuko Torii, The Borrowed Puppy by Holly Webb, God, the Great, I Am by Sydney Ann Johnson, Decoy Saves Opening Day by Shohei Ohtani, I Am Rebel by Ross Montgomery, Wings of Fire: The Hybrid Prince by Tui T. Sutherland, and Hikaru in the Light! by Mai Matsuda

New Adult Fiction

New fiction titles on the adult shelf include:

Underlake by Erin L. McCoy, Over the Edge by Susan May Warren, Too Close to Home by Seraphina Nova Glass, The Blind Date Agreement by Jessica Cunsolo, The Curse of Hester Garden by Tamika Thompson, Witch Queen Rising by Savannah Stephens, and The Moonshine Women by Michelle Collins Anderson,

New Adult Nonfiction

New nonfiction titles include:

The Fullness of Time: Marking the Day by Birdsong, Blooms, Shadows, and Stars by Cathy Haynes, and ASVAB 2026/2027 for Dummies by Angie Papple Johnston,

Get Your Free Library Card

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.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there’s a book, movie, or music artist you’d like to see added to the collection.

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