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. The Mini-Library at Cedar Springs #1 is also open during normal library hours. 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.
We are anxiously anticipating the return of our regular children’s programs! Check out the September calendar on the library’s website to see all that is planned. You can also register for programs through the calendar to ensure your spot is reserved. Visit www.allencountylibrary.com/calendar today!
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.
New titles in the children’s department include I Am the Mountain by Steven Weinberg, The Greatest Bedtime Story Ever by Jessie Sima, Your Hot Job Field Guide: A How-To Book for Exploring Your Future Career Path by Allison Singer, Diary of a Roblox Pro: Rat Attack by Ari Avatar, Sonic the Hedgehog: On the Go, Vol. 3 by Sega, Fart Boy and Reeky Dog: Dino Doom! by Joan Holub, Mystery at the Biltmore: The Classified Catnapping by Colleen Nelson, Spiderman: Brand New School Day by Marvel, The Adventures of Sir Lancelot the Great by Gerald Morris, and I Survived: The Bombing of Pearl Harbor, 1941: Graphic Novel by Lauren Tarshis.
New books on the young adult shelf include Chainsaw Man, Vol. 21 by Tatsuki Fujimoto, Thunderbolts: Redemption by Marvel, Raven Saga, Vol. 2 by Chihiro Howe, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow by Tom King, Green Lantern: Sojourner by Al Ewing, Checking on You by Jennifer Chen, The Beckett Effect by Nashae Jones, The Bad Boyfriend Curse by Farah Heron, and As I Dream of You by Jennifer Lee.
New books in adult fiction include The Simp by Roshan Sethi, In Stormy Weather by Chelsea Curto, Should the Waters Take Us by Stephanie Soileau, Ransom by Daniel Silva, In Pursuit of Civility by Jen Turano, The Last Sin Eater by Francine Rivers, The Amish Widows Club: The Unexpected Called by Shelley Shepard Gray, Men Like Us by Carson Markland, The Country Road Murders by James Patterson and Mike Lupica, This Changes Everything by Lisa Scottoline, Scary Movie Night by Miranda Smith, and Lady X by Molly Fader.
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 opportunities 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 our collection.